Kia Picanto: Front Suspension System / Front Stabilizer Bar
Repair procedures
| 1. | Remove the universal joint bolt (A).
Tightening torque :
32.4 - 37.3 N·m (3.3 - 3.8 kgf·m, 23.9 - 27.5 lb·ft) |
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| Keep the gear in the neutral range to prevent any damage on the clock spring inner cable while handling the steering wheel. |
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| 2. | Remove the front wheel tire (A).
Tightening torque:
107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb·ft) |
 Be careful not to damage the wheel nuts when removing the front wheel and tire. |
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| 3. | Remove the lower arm bolt and nut.
Tightening torque:
58.8 - 70.6 N·m (6.0 - 7.2 kgf·m, 43.4 - 52.1 lb·ft) |
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| 4. | Remove the front lower arm from the front knuckle using the SST (0K545-A9100). | (1) | After removing bolts from the front knuckle, install and tighten the sub body bolt (A) .
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| (2) | Input the sub body (B) between the front knuckle and the sub body bolt. |
| (3) | Tighten the bolt (C) of the sub body to broaden the gap of the front knuckle.
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| (4) | Install the safe wire.
 Install a safe wire on the front strut to prevent dropping the SST and injuring technicians. |
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| (5) | Install the main body (A) between the front strut and the lower arm. |
| (6) | To avoid the main body coming off, install a fixing clamp (B) beside the main body.
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| (7) | After installing a body, rotate the handle (A) clockwise util the clamp is fixed on the lower arm.
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| (8) | Tighten the main body bolt (A) slowly and remove the lower arm from the front knuckle.
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| 5. | Remove the pin and nut from the tie rod end ball joint.
Tightening torque:
24.5 - 34.3 N·m (2.5 - 3.5 kgf·m, 18.1 - 25.3 lb·ft) |
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| 6. | Remove the tie rod end ball joint from the knuckle by using the SST (09568-1S100).
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| 7. | Remove the stabilizer link nut.
Tightening torque:
49.0 - 58.8 N·m (5.0 - 6.0 kgf·m, 36.2 - 43.4 lb·ft) |
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| When loosening the nut, fix the outer hexagon of stabilizer bar link. |
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| Be careful not to damage the stabilizer link boots. |
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| 8. | Remove the roll rod bracket.
G 1.0 MPI (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Mounting")
G 1.2 MPI (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Mounting")
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| 9. | Remove the muffler hanger.
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| 10. | Loosen the bolts & nuts and then remove the sub frame (A).
Tightening torque:
176.5 - 196.1 N·m (18.0 - 20.0 kgf·m, 130.2 - 144.7 lb·ft) |
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| 11. | Remove the gear box heat protector.
Tightening torque:
6.9 - 10.8 N·m (0.7 - 1.1 kgf·m, 5.1 - 8.0 lb·ft) |
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| 12. | Loosen the gear box mounting bolts and then remove the gear box.
Tightening torque:
88.2 - 107.8 N·m (9.0 - 11.0 kgf·m, 65.0 - 79.5 lb·ft) |
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| 13. | Loosen the bolts and then remove the stabilizer bar assembly.
Tightening torque:
44.1 - 53.9 N·m (4.5 - 5.5 kgf·m, 32.5 - 39.8 lb·ft) |
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| 14. | Loosen the nut and then remove the stabilizer link.
Tightening torque:
49.0 - 58.8 N·m (5.0 - 6.0 kgf·m, 36.2 - 43.4 lb·ft) |
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| 15. | Install in the reverse order of removal. |
| 16. | Check the wheel alignment.
(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Alignment")
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| 1. | Check the bushing for wear and deterioration. |
| 2. | Check the front stabilizer bar for deformation. |
| 3. | Check the front stabilizer link ball joint for damage. |
Repair procedures
Removal
1.Remove the front/rear wheel tire (A).
Tightening torque:
107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb·ft)
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Repair procedures
Removal
1.Remove the universal joint bolt (A).
Tightening torque :
32.4 - 37.3 N·m (3.3 - 3.8 kgf·m, 23.9 - 27.5 lb·ft)
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Other information:
In an urgent situation, the braking
system enters into the ready status
for prompt reaction against the driver’s
depressing the brake pedal.
The AEB provides additional braking
power for optimum braking performance,
when the driver depresses the
brake pedal.
The braking co ...
If emergency towing is necessary, we
recommend having it done by an authorized
Kia dealer or a commercial
tow-truck service. Proper lifting and
towing procedures are necessary to
prevent damage to the vehicle. The use
of wheel dollies (1) or flatbed is recommended.
It is acceptable to ...
Front Lower Arm
Sub Frame