2009 Kia Sorento 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


Banjo screws	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	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

expand_moreLower steering column joint


Vehicles manufactured in and before 2012	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering gear


At the subframe	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle


Vehicles manufactured in and before 2012	25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft35–45 N⋅m


Track rod end on track rod	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft60–70 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreVehicles manufactured in and before 2012


On chassis	33.19–47.94 lbf⋅ft33.19–47.94 lbf⋅ft45–65 N⋅m
On stub axle	118.01–132.76 lbf⋅ft118.01–132.76 lbf⋅ft160–180 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreCentral nuts


Vehicles manufactured in and before 2012	159.31 lbf⋅ft159.31 lbf⋅ft216 N⋅m
Locking pins must be replaced.


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	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
Stabilizer of front axle on axle	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m
Locking pins must be replaced.

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


Vehicles manufactured in and before 2012	103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft140–160 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreCentral nuts


Vehicles manufactured in and before 2012	159.31 lbf⋅ft159.31 lbf⋅ft216 N⋅m
Locking pins must be replaced.


Wheel bearing unit	59–88.51 lbf⋅ft59–88.51 lbf⋅ft80–120 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires


Tire pressure sensors	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Wheel attachment	66.38–88.51 lbf⋅ft66.38–88.51 lbf⋅ft90–120 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 Sorento 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 Sorento generations

In 2009 Kia offered 3 generations of the Sorento. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

2009 Kia Sorento Second generation Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2009 Kia Sorento generations

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