Kia Sedona (2008 year). Instruction — part 410

Fig. 9: Identifying Coil Spring And Special Tool (09546-26000)
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2. Remove the self-locking nut (C) from the strut assembly (B).

3. Remove the insulator, spring seat, coil spring and dust cover from the strut assembly.

INSPECTION

1. Check the strut insulator for wear or damage.

2. Check rubber parts for damage or deterioration.

3. Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound

during operation.

Fig. 10: Compressing Piston Rod And Checking For Abnormal Resistance
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DISPOSAL

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1. Fully extend the piston rod.

2. Drill a hole on the A section to remove gas from the cylinder.

Fig. 11: Identifying Drill Areas To Remove Gas From Cylinder
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REASSEMBLY

1. Install the spring lower pad (D) so that the protrusions (A) fit in the holes (C) in the spring lower seat (B).

Fig. 12: Identifying Protrusions, Spring Lower Seat And Spring Lower Pad
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2. Compress coil spring using special tool (09546-26000).

Install compressed coil spring into shock absorber.

CAUTION: The gas coming out is harmless, but be careful of chips that may fly

when drilling.
Be sure to wear safety goggles or eye protection when performing
this task.

NOTE:

a. Indicated are two identification color marks (see SPECIFICATIONS )

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3. After fully extending the piston rod, install the spring upper seat and insulator assembly.

4. After seating the upper and lower ends of the coil spring (A) in the upper and lower spring seat grooves

(B) correctly, tighten new self-locking nut temporarily.

Fig. 13: Identifying Coil Spring And Spring Seat Grooves
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5. Remove the special tool (09546-26000).

6. Tighten the self-locking nut to the specified torque.

Tightening torque:

60-70 N.m (6-7 kgf.m, 43.4-50.6 lb-ft)

INSTALLATION

1. Install the strut upper mounting nuts (A).

Tightening torque N.m (kgf.m, lb-ft):

45-60 (4.5-6.0, 32.5-43.4)

on the coil spring. One follows model option the other follows load
classification according to the below.

Pay attention to distinguish between the two marks and then install
them.

b. Install the coil spring with the identification mark directed toward the

knuckle.

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Fig. 14: Identifying Strut Upper Mounting Nuts
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2. Install the front strut assembly (A) bolts (B) to the front knuckle.

Tightening torque N.m (kgf.m, lb-ft):

100-120 (10-12, 72.3-86.8)

Fig. 15: Identifying Front Strut And Assembly Bolts
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3. Install the front stabilizer link (A) nut (B) to the strut assembly.

Tightening torque N.m (kgf.m, lb-ft):

100-120 (10-12, 72.3-86.8)

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