2009 Kia Picanto 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	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	62.69–70.07 lbf⋅ft62.69–70.07 lbf⋅ft85–95 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	3.69–5.9 lbf⋅ft3.69–5.9 lbf⋅ft5–8 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_moreLower steering column joint


With ESP	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Otherwise	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.


Steering column	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Steering gear	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m
Steering wheel	29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft29.5–36.88 lbf⋅ft40–50 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Track rod end on stub axle	11.8–25.08 lbf⋅ft11.8–25.08 lbf⋅ft16–34 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	59–73.76 lbf⋅ft59–73.76 lbf⋅ft80–100 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreSuspension strut


On stub axle	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension


Front axle drive shaft	147.51–177.01 lbf⋅ft147.51–177.01 lbf⋅ft200–240 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft35–45 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft35–45 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle	44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft60–70 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreTrack control arm lower


Front	70.07–88.51 lbf⋅ft70.07–88.51 lbf⋅ft95–120 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Rear	95.88–110.63 lbf⋅ft95.88–110.63 lbf⋅ft130–150 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing


Central nuts	147.51–177.01 lbf⋅ft147.51–177.01 lbf⋅ft200–240 N⋅m
Wheel-bearing play shall not be greater than 0,08 mm.

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 2009 Kia Picanto 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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