Kia Sedona (2008 year). Manual - part 132

Fig. 14: Identifying Rear Brake Assembly 
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14. Remove the rear shock absorber (A). 

Fig. 15: Identifying Rear Shock Absorber 
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15. After loosening the castle nut and split pin, disconnect the assist arm (A) from the carrier assembly using 

a SST (09568-4A000). 

Tightening torque N.m (kgf.m, lb-ft):  

90-100 (9.0-10.0, 65-72)  

 

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Fig. 16: Identifying SST (09568-4A000) 
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16. After loosening the castle nut and split pin, disconnect the upper arm (A) from the carrier assembly using 

a SST (09562-4A000). 

Tightening torque N.m (kgf.m, lb-ft):  

90-100 (9.0-10.0, 65-72)  

Fig. 17: Identifying SST (09562-4A000) 
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17. Remove the carrier assembly (A) from the trailing arm by loosening the bolts. 

Tightening torque N.m (kgf.m, lb-ft):  

80-110 (8.0-11.0, 58-80)  

 

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Fig. 18: Identifying Carrier Assembly And Trailing Arm Bolts 
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INSPECTION 

1. Check the hub for cracks and wear.  

2. Check the brake disc for scoring and damage.  

3. Check the carrier for cracks.  

INSTALLATION 

1. Installation is the reverse of removal. 

Fig. 19: Staking Driveshaft Lock Nut

CAUTION:

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The rear hub lock nut should be replaced with new ones.  

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After installation lock nut, stake the lock nut using a chisel and 
hammer as shown in the illustration below.  

 

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Fig. 20: Identifying Driveshaft Lock Nut 
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2. Check the rear hub & bearing assembly starting torque using a spring balance. 

Starting torque: 1.9 N.m (20 kgf.cm, 1.45 lb-ft) 

Fig. 21: Checking Rear Hub & Bearing Assembly Starting Torque 
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