2012 Kia Rio Hatchback 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
Brake hose	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Brake line	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 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	23.6–28.03 lbf⋅ft23.6–28.03 lbf⋅ft32–38 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering column


Nuts	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m
Screws	33.19–36.88 lbf⋅ft33.19–36.88 lbf⋅ft45–50 N⋅m


Steering gear	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m
Steering wheel	29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft29.5–33.19 lbf⋅ft40–45 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	18.44–25.81 lbf⋅ft18.44–25.81 lbf⋅ft25–35 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	44.25–54.58 lbf⋅ft44.25–54.58 lbf⋅ft60–74 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	36.88–51.63 lbf⋅ft36.88–51.63 lbf⋅ft50–70 N⋅m
On stub axle	103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft140–160 N⋅m


Suspension strut bearing pedestal	36.88–51.63 lbf⋅ft36.88–51.63 lbf⋅ft50–70 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft


Central nuts	147.51–206.52 lbf⋅ft147.51–206.52 lbf⋅ft200–280 N⋅m
Replace and caulk the nut.


Front axle stabiliser mounting	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 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	44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft60–70 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Support joint at the transverse control arm	44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft60–70 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack control arm lower

expand_moreAt the axle support


Front	88.51–103.26 lbf⋅ft88.51–103.26 lbf⋅ft120–140 N⋅m
Rear	118.01–132.76 lbf⋅ft118.01–132.76 lbf⋅ft160–180 N⋅m


On stub axle	44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft60–70 N⋅m

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


Front	88.51–103.26 lbf⋅ft88.51–103.26 lbf⋅ft120–140 N⋅m
Rear	118.01–132.76 lbf⋅ft118.01–132.76 lbf⋅ft160–180 N⋅m


Wheel bearing locking nuts	147.51–184.39 lbf⋅ft147.51–184.39 lbf⋅ft200–250 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Wheel hub wheel bearing	147.51–191.77 lbf⋅ft147.51–191.77 lbf⋅ft200–260 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires


Tire pressure sensors	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 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 2012 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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