Kia Forte: Rear Shock Absorber Replacement - Rear Suspension System - Suspension System - Kia Forte TD 2014-2018 Service ManualKia Forte: Rear Shock Absorber Replacement

Second generation YD (2014-2018) / Kia Forte TD 2014-2018 Service Manual / Suspension System / Rear Suspension System / Rear Shock Absorber 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)

  
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).
3.
Remove the rear shock absorber (A) from the frame by loosening the bolt.

Tightening torque :
98.1 ~ 117.7N.m (10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.8lb-ft)

4.
Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear shock absorber (A) from the torsion beam axle.

Tightening torque :
98.1 ~ 117.7N.m (10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.8lb-ft)

5.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
6.
Check the rear alignment.
(Refer to Rear Suspension System - "Rear Alignment")
Rear Shock Absorber Components
1. Dust cover 2. Shock absorber ...

Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
1. Check the rubber parts for wear and deterioration. 2. Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resista ...

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Removal
1. Remove the ignition key from the vehicle. 2. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least three minutes before beginning ...

Installation
1. Remove the ignition key from the vehicle. 2. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least thirty seconds. ...

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