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Compression Arm

  1. Remove the front wheel and tire.

    (Refer to Tires/Wheels - "WHEEL ")

  2. Remove the engine room under cover.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")

  3. Separate the compression arm from the knuckle.
    1. Remove the split pin (A).
    2. Remove the castle nut (B) and washer (C).

      Tightening torque: 

      88.3 - 107.9 N.m (9.0 - 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 - 79.6 lb.ft)

      G13144338Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    3. Separate the compression arm from the knuckle using the ball joint puller (A).
    G13144339Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the compression arm (A) from the sub frame by loosening the bolt and nut.

    Tightening torque: 

    156.9 - 176.5 N.m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf.m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb.ft)

    G13144340Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  6. Check the front alignment.

    (Refer to Suspension System - "FRONT ALIGNMENT ")

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