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Removal And Installation: Removal

WARNING:
  • When working on the high voltage system, the work should be performed by technicians who have completed the relevant training. A lack of understanding of the high voltage system can lead to serious accidents due to electric shock or short circuit.
  • When working on the high voltage system or related components, be sure to observe and be aware of the HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEM GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION AND CAUTION . If not, it may cause serious accidents due to electric shock or short circuit.
  • When working on high voltage system, make sure to check the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and HIGH VOLTAGE SHUT-OFF PROCEDURES .
  1. Disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal and the service interlock connector.

    (Refer to Battery Control System - " AUXILIARY 12 V BATTERY 2WD  ") 

    (Refer to Battery Control System - " AUXILIARY 12 V BATTERY 4WD  ") 

  2. Remove the rear wheel and tires.

    (Refer to Suspension System - " WHEEL  ") 

  3. Remove the rear under cover.

    (Refer to Rear Motor and Reduction Gear System - " REAR UNDER COVER  ") 

  4. Remove the rear brake disc.

    (Refer to Brake System - " REAR BRAKE DISC  ") 

  5. Remove the rear wheel speed sensor (A) after removing the bolt.

    Tightening torque: 

    8.8 - 13.7 N.m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb.ft)

    G15814360Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Separate the stabilizer bar link (A) after removing the nut.

    Tightening torque: 

    98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb.ft)

    G15814361Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: Install the transmission jack and lift up the parts to prevent the bolts and nuts from damage when installing or removing.
  7. Separate the rear assist arm (A) after removing the bolt, nut, and washer.

    Tightening torque: 

    117.7 - 137.3 N.m (12.0 - 14.0 kgf.m, 86.8 - 101.3 lb.ft)

    G15814362Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • Install the transmission jack and lift up the parts to prevent the bolts and nuts from damage when installing or removing.
    • Be careful not to change the position of the bolt, nut, and washer when installing.

    Information 

    Fix the bolt and remove or install the nut.

  8. Separate the trailing arm (A) after removing the bolt and nut.

    Tightening torque: 

    117.7 - 137.3 N.m (12.0 - 14.0 kgf.m, 86.8 - 101.3 lb.ft)

    G15814363Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • Install the transmission jack and lift up the parts to prevent the bolts and nuts from damage when installing or removing.
    • Be careful not to change the position of the bolt, nut, and washer when installing.

    Information 

    Fix the bolt and remove or install the nut.

  9. Separate the rear upper arm - front (A) after removing the bolt and nut.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G15814364Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • Install the transmission jack and lift up the parts to prevent the bolts and nuts from damage when installing or removing.
    • Be careful not to change the position of the bolt, nut, and washer when installing.

    Information 

    Fix the bolt and remove or install the nut.

  10. Separate the rear upper arm - rear (A) after removing the bolt, nut, and washer.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G15814365Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • Install the transmission jack and lift up the parts to prevent the bolts and nuts from damage when installing or removing.
    • Be careful not to change the position of the bolt, nut, and washer when installing.

    Information 

    Fix the bolt and remove or install the nut.

  11. Separate the rear lower arm (A) after removing the bolt, nut, and washer.

    Tightening torque: 

    176.5 - 196.1 N.m (18.0 - 20.0 kgf.m, 130.2 - 144.7 lb.ft)

    G15814366Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • Install the transmission jack and lift up the parts to prevent the bolts and nuts from damage when installing or removing.
    • Be careful not to change the position of the bolt, nut, and washer when installing.

    Information 

    Fix the bolt and remove or install the nut.

  12. Remove the inner shaft bearing bracket bolts (A).[LH]

    Tightening torque: 

    63.7 - 70.6 N.m (6.5 - 7.2 kgf.m, 47 - 52.1 lb.ft)

    G15814367Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  13. Remove the rear carrier and Integrated Drive Axle (IDA) (A).
    G15814368Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • Do not pull the wheel side axle when removing IDA, damage to the inside of the reduction gear may occur, pull the joint cup (A).
      G15814369Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    • When carrying IDA, hold the shaft or both side joints.
    • Do not insert the pry bar too deep, as this may damage the oil seal.
    • Removing the driveshaft using excessive force may damage the boot or bearing.
    • Plug the hole of the reduction gear case with the oil seal cap to prevent contamination.
    • Replace the retainer ring each time the drive shaft is removed.
  14. Remove the rear stabilizer bar link (A) after removing the nut.

    Tightening torque: 

    98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb.ft)

    G15814370Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  15. Remove the IDA mounting bolts (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    127.5 - 147.1 N.m (13.0 - 15.0 kgf.m, 94.0 - 108.5 lb.ft)

    G15814371Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  16. Remove the IDA and rear dust cover (A).
G15814372Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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