Kia Carnival (2009+). Instruction — part 350

Suspension System

Rear Suspension System - Rear Shock

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Suspension System

2009 > G 2.7 DOHC >

COMPONENTS

2009 > G 2.7 DOHC >

REMOVAL

1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.

Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.

2. Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub (B).

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).

3. Remove the rear shock absorber assembly mounting bolts (A) and nut (B) from the baby.

4. Remove the rear shock absorber assembly nut (B) from the rear knuckle, then remove the shock absorber

assembly (A).

5. Remove the rear shock absorber bracket bolt (A).

INSTALLATION

1. Install the connecting bolt (A) between the rear shock absorber and the bracket.

Tightening torque Nm(kgf.m, lb-ft) :
160 ~ 180 (16 ~ 18, 115.7 ~ 130.2)

2. Install the rear shock absorber (A) to the knuckle temporarily.

3. Install the rear shock absorber bracket mounting bolts (A) and nut (B).

Tightening torque Nm(kgf.m, lb-ft) :
Bolt : 80 ~ 110 (8 ~ 11, 59.7 ~ 79.5)
Nut : 90 ~ 120 (9 ~ 12, 65.1 ~ 86.8)