Kia Rio: Front Lower Arm Replacement - Front Suspension System - Suspension System - Kia Rio UB 2012-2026 Service ManualKia Rio: Front Lower Arm Replacement

1.
Remove the front wheel & tire.

Tightening torque :
88.3 ~ 107.9N.m(9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft)



     
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel & tire.
2.
Loosen the nut and remove the lower arm (A).

Tightening torque :
58.8 ~ 70.6N.m(6.0 ~ 7.2kgf.m, 43.4 ~ 52.1lb-ft)


3.
Remove the lower arm (C) by loosening the bolt (A) and (B).

Tightening torque :
(A)
98.1 ~ 117.7N.m(10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.8lb-ft)
(B)
156.9 ~ 176.5N.m(16.0 ~ 18.0kgf.m, 115.7 ~ 130.2lb-ft)


4.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
Front Strut Assembly Inspection
1. Check the components for damage or deformation. 2. Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance ...

Front Lower Arm Inspection
1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration. 2. Check the lower arm for deformation. 3. Check the all bolts ...

See also:

Components Location
1. Sub frame 2. Drive shaft 3. Lower arm 4. Strut assembly 5. Steering gearbox 6. Stabilizer bar ...

Tightening Torques
Engine Control System Item kgf.m N.m lb-ft ECM installation bolt 1.0 ~ 1.2 9.8 ~ 11.8 7.2 ~ 8.7 ECM bracket installation ...

Specifications
Item Specification Type Electric Power Steering System Steering gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack stroke 144mm (5.6693 i ...

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