Kia Carnival (2009+). Manual — part 346

2009 > G 2.7 DOHC >

COMPONENTS

2009 > G 2.7 DOHC >

REMOVAL

1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.

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

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

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

3. Remove the front lower arm (A) mounting bolt (B) from the knuckle.

4. Remove the lower arm mounting bolts (A, B).

REPLACEMENT

1. Using the special tools(09214-32000 & 09216- 211000), remove the bushing from the lower arm.

2. Apply soap solution to the following parts.

A. Outer surface of the bushing.
B. Inner surface of the lower bushing mounting part.

3. Using the special tools(09214-32000 & 09216-21100), install the busing on the lower arm.

Insert bushing in the direction shown in the illustration.

Separation force is over 100 Nm (1000Kgf, 2204 lbf)

INSTALLATION

1. Install the lower arm mounting bolts (A, B).

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

2. Install the front lower arm (A) ball joint mounting bolt (B) to the knuckle.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :
90 ~ 120 (9 ~ 12, 65.1 ~ 86.8)

3. Install the wheel and the tire(A) to the front hub(B).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :
90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)

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

INSPECTION

1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.

2. Check the lower arm for bending or breakage.

3. Check the ball joint dust cover for cracks.