2013 Kia Carens front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose


At the brake caliper	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m


Brake line	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	59–73.76 lbf⋅ft59–73.76 lbf⋅ft80–100 N⋅m
Front axle brake disc	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Steering column joint upper	23.6–28.03 lbf⋅ft23.6–28.03 lbf⋅ft32–38 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering gear


At the subframe	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m


Track rod end on stub axle	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m
Track rod end on track rod	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	33.19–44.25 lbf⋅ft33.19–44.25 lbf⋅ft45–60 N⋅m
On stub axle	103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft140–160 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension


Front axle drive shaft	177.01–199.14 lbf⋅ft177.01–199.14 lbf⋅ft240–270 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Lower front transverse control arm	88.51–103.26 lbf⋅ft88.51–103.26 lbf⋅ft120–140 N⋅m
Lower rear transverse control arm	118.01–132.76 lbf⋅ft118.01–132.76 lbf⋅ft160–180 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2013 Kia Carens user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Kia warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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2013 Kia Carens Third generation Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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