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Kia Forte: Front Lower Arm Replacement - Front Suspension System - Suspension System - Kia Forte TD 2014-2018 Service ManualKia Forte: Front Lower Arm Replacement

Second generation YD (2014-2018) / Kia Forte TD 2014-2018 Service Manual / Suspension System / Front Suspension System / Front Lower Arm Replacement

1.
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2.
Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub.
Tightening torque:
88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft)

  
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Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel and tire (A).
3.
Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the lower arm (A).
Tightening torque:
78.5 ~ 88.3N.m (8.0 ~ 9.0kgf.m, 57.9 ~ 65.1lb-ft)

4.
Loosen the bolts and nuts and then remove the front lower arm (A).
Tightening torque
98.1 ~ 117.7N.m (10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.8lb-ft)

Tightening torque
156.9 ~ 176.5N.m (16.0 ~ 18.0kgf.m, 115.7 ~ 130.2lb-ft)

5.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
6.
Check the front alignment.
(Refer to Front Suspension System - "Front Alignment")
Front Strut Assembly Inspection
1. Check the strut bearing for wear and damage. 2. Check the spring upper and lower seat for damage and deterioration. 3. ...

Front Lower Arm Inspection
1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration. 2. Check the front stabilizer bar for deformation. 3. Check th ...

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