2005 Kia Opirus 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

expand_moreBrake line


At the brake hose	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


Front axle brake caliper	16.23–23.6 lbf⋅ft16.23–23.6 lbf⋅ft22–32 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	59–73.76 lbf⋅ft59–73.76 lbf⋅ft80–100 N⋅m
Front axle brake disc	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Track rod end on stub axle	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut


Connection clamp at the suspension strut	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m
On chassis	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm


Bearing bush	88.51–103.26 lbf⋅ft88.51–103.26 lbf⋅ft120–140 N⋅m


Lower rear transverse control arm	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft34–44 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the stub axle	25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft25.08–32.45 lbf⋅ft34–44 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle	73.76–147.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–147.51 lbf⋅ft100–200 N⋅m
Transverse control arm connection clamp at the suspension strut	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m
Transverse control arm connection clamp at the transverse control arm	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m
Upper front transverse control arm	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m
Upper rear transverse control arm	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m

expand_moreUpper transverse control arm


Bearing bush	44.25–64.91 lbf⋅ft44.25–64.91 lbf⋅ft60–88 N⋅m


Wheel hub wheel bearing	147.51–206.52 lbf⋅ft147.51–206.52 lbf⋅ft200–280 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 2005 Kia Opirus 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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2005 Kia Opirus First generation Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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