Kia Picanto: Rear Suspension System / Rear Coil Spring

Kia Picanto JA 2017-2023 Service & Repair Manual / Suspension System / Rear Suspension System / Rear Coil Spring

Repair procedures

Replacement

Remove the 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.

Loosen the bolt and then remove the rear shock absorber.

Tightening torque:

98.0 - 117.6 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.7 lb·ft)

Set up the transmission jack under the torsion beam in order to remove the shock absorber in no-load condition.

3.	Remove the rear coil spring.

4.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

Inspection

1.	Check the coil spring for crack and deformation.

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

Rear Shock Absorber

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