Kia Cadenza YG: Front Suspension System / Front Strut Assembly Repair procedures

Kia Cadenza YG 2016-2021 Service Manual / Suspension System / Front Suspension System / Front Strut Assembly Repair procedures

Replacement
1.
Remove the front wheel & tire.
Tightening torque:
88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft)
   
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel & tire.
2.
Remove the brake hose (A) & wheel speed sensor bracket (B) from the front strut assembly by loosening mounting bolts.

3.
Disconnect the stabilizer link (B) with the front strut assembly (A) after loosening the nut.
Tightening torque:
98.1 ~ 117.7N.m (10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.8lb-ft)

4.
Disconnect the front strut assembly (A) with the knuckle by loosening the bolt & nut.
Tightening torque:
196.1 ~ 215.7N.m (20.0 ~ 22.0kgf.m, 144.7 ~ 159.1lb-ft)

5.
Remove the front strut assembly and than loosen the strut mounting nuts (A).
Tightening torque:
58.8 ~ 73.5N.m (6.0 ~ 7.5kgf.m, 43.4 ~ 54.2lb-ft)

6.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
Disassembly
1.
Compress the coil spring with a SST (09546-26000). Do not compress the spring more than necessary.
2.
Loosen the self-locking nut.

Inspection
1.
Check the strut bearing for wear and damage.
2.
Check the spring upper and lower seat for damage and deterioration.
3.
Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound during operation.

    Components 1. Insulator cap2. Upper locking nut3. Self locking nut4. Insulator 5. Strut bearing6. Spring upper pad7. Strut dust cover & Bumper rubber8.

    Replacement 1. Remove the front wheel & tire. Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft)     Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel & tire.

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