2009 Kia Rio Hatchback front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	4.43–7.38 lbf⋅ft4.43–7.38 lbf⋅ft6–10 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	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Lower steering column joint	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle


Kia diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA 109 HP	11.8–25.08 lbf⋅ft11.8–25.08 lbf⋅ft16–34 N⋅m
Locking pins must be replaced.
Kia gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters G4ED 110 HP at 6000 RPM	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m
Kia diesel straight-4 1.5 Liters D4FA 87 HP at 4000 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 2000 RPM	11.8–25.08 lbf⋅ft11.8–25.08 lbf⋅ft16–34 N⋅m
Locking pins must be replaced.
Kia gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters G4EE 95 HP at 6000 RPM, 125 N⋅m at 4700 RPM	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m


Track rod end on track rod	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


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

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft14.75–22.13 lbf⋅ft20–30 N⋅m
On stub axle	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension


Front axle drive shaft	147.51–206.52 lbf⋅ft147.51–206.52 lbf⋅ft200–280 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	73.76–103.26 lbf⋅ft73.76–103.26 lbf⋅ft100–140 N⋅m
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
Stabilizer of front axle on axle	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
Wheel hub wheel bearing	147.51–191.77 lbf⋅ft147.51–191.77 lbf⋅ft200–260 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 2009 Kia Rio Hatchback 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 Rio Hatchback generations

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

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