2009 Kia Ceed SW front suspension fastener tightening specifications

For 2009 Ceed SW First generation facelift Kia recommends to use: and genuine OEM consumables with a part number: 495513X000. To select the right part or fluid see the table below.

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Brake hose	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake line


M10	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M12	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Front axle brake caliper	16.23–22.13 lbf⋅ft16.23–22.13 lbf⋅ft22–30 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


Lower steering column joint	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering gear


At the subframe	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m


Track rod end on stub axle	17.7–25.08 lbf⋅ft17.7–25.08 lbf⋅ft24–34 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft110–130 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	36.88–51.63 lbf⋅ft36.88–51.63 lbf⋅ft50–70 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

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

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft


Central nuts	177.01–199.14 lbf⋅ft177.01–199.14 lbf⋅ft240–270 N⋅m
Replace and caulk the nut.	Part number: 495513X000


Front axle stabiliser mounting	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
Lower front transverse control arm	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m
Lower rear transverse control arm	103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft140–160 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

expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle

Figure 1. Wheel suspension, Support joint at the stub axle.


Vehicles manufactured in and before 11.2009	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Figure 2. Wheel suspension, Support joint at the stub axle.
Vehicles manufactured in and after 11.2009	103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft140–160 N⋅m
See figure 2.


Support joint at the transverse control arm	59–66.38 lbf⋅ft59–66.38 lbf⋅ft80–90 N⋅m

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


Front	103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft140–160 N⋅m
Rear	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires


Tire pressure sensors	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
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 2009 Kia Ceed SW 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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2009 Kia Ceed SW generations

In 2009 Kia offered 2 generations of the Ceed SW. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

2009 Kia Ceed SW First generation facelift Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2009 Kia Ceed SW generations

First generation

Kia Ceed SW First generation facelift model years

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