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Rear Axle/Hub: Installation

  1. Install spindle to strut assembly and tighten two bolts and nuts.

    Tightening torque: 69-86 lb.ft (93-116 N.m, 9.5-11.9 kg.m) 

  2. Install two lateral links to spindle with bolt and then tighten nut.

    Tightening torque: 69-86 lb.ft (93-116 N.m, 9.5-11.9 kg.m) 

  3. Install trailing link to spindle and tighten trailing link bolt.

    Tightening torque: 32-45 lb.ft (43-61 N.m, 4.4-6.2 kg.m) 

  4. Tighten four rear brake assembly (drum or disc) bolts.

    Tightening torque: 33-49 lb.ft (45-67 N.m, 4.6-6.8 kg.m) 

  5. Tighten brake line with SST(0K130 430 019). 

    Tightening torque: 9-13 lb.ft (13-18 N.m, 1.3-1.8 kg.m) 

    Fig 1: Installing Brake Line
    G01078345Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install hub and bearing assembly.
  7. Put brake drum (or disc) into rear brake assembly and tighten two screws.

    Tightening torque: 7-11 lb.ft (9.8-15 N.m, 1.0-1.5 kg.m) 

  8. Install a new hub locknut and stake it, as shown.

    Tightening torque: 54-205 lb.ft (210-279 N.m, 21.4-28.5 kg.m) 

    Fig 2: Installing A New Hub Locknut
    G01078346Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  9. Install hubcap, wheel and tire.
  10. Install and tighten four wheel nuts.

    Tightening torque: 65-87 lb.ft (88-118 N.m, 9.0-12.0 kg.m) 

  11. Bleed brake system.
  12. Lower vehicle.
  13. After assembly, check rear wheel alignment.