Kia Carens: Rear Suspension System / Rear Coil Spring Repair procedures

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual / Suspension System / Rear Suspension System / Rear Coil Spring Repair procedures

Replacement

1.	Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.

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

Tightening torque :

88.2 ~ 107.8 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.0 ~ 79.5 lb-ft)

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

Remove the both sides 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.	Pull the torslon beam axle in the direction of a down and then remove the coil spring.

5.	Installation is the reverse of removal.

Inspection

1.	Check the coil spring for crack and deformation.

2.	Check the coil spring pad for damage and deformation.

Rear Coil Spring Components and components location

Components 1. Spring upper pad 2. Spring 3. Spring lower pad ...

Rear Torsion Beam Axle Components and components location

Components 1. Rear torsion beam axle ...

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