Kia Sedona (2008 year). Manual - part 500

Fig. 9: Identifying Rear Shock Absorber 
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3. Install the rear shock absorber bracket mounting bolts (A) and nut (B). 

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

Bolt: 80-110 (8-11, 59.7-79.5) 

Nut: 90-120 (9-12, 65.1-86.8) 

Fig. 10: Identifying Rear Shock Absorber Assembly Mounting Bolts And Nut 
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4. Install the rear shock absorber (A) nut (B) to the knuckle. 

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

160-180 (16-18, 115.7-130.2) 

 

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Fig. 11: Identifying Rear Shock Absorber Assembly And Nut 
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5. Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the rear hub (B). 

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

90-110 (9-11, 65.1-79.5) 

Fig. 12: Identifying Rear Wheel & Tire, Rear Hub And Hub Bolts 
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REAR UPPER ARM 

COMPONENTS 

CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when installing the rear 

wheel and tire (A).

 

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Fig. 13: Identifying Rear Upper Arm Components And Torque Specifications 
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REMOVAL 

1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.  

2. Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub (B). 

 

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Fig. 14: Identifying Rear Wheel & Tire, Rear Hub And Hub Bolts 
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3. Remove the brake caliper mounting bolts (A), and then place the brake caliper assembly (B) with wire as 

shown in the illustration. 

Fig. 15: Identifying Brake Caliper Mounting Bolts 
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CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when removing the rear 

wheel and tire (A).

 

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