2006 Kia Spectra front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose


At the brake caliper	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 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	51.63–62.69 lbf⋅ft51.63–62.69 lbf⋅ft70–85 N⋅m
Front axle brake disc	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Steering gear	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle	17.7–25.08 lbf⋅ft17.7–25.08 lbf⋅ft24–34 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	36.88–51.63 lbf⋅ft36.88–51.63 lbf⋅ft50–70 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	33.19–44.25 lbf⋅ft33.19–44.25 lbf⋅ft45–60 N⋅m
On stub axle	95.88–110.63 lbf⋅ft95.88–110.63 lbf⋅ft130–150 N⋅m


Suspension strut bearing pedestal	29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft29.5–44.25 lbf⋅ft40–60 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension


Front axle stabiliser mounting	22.13–33.19 lbf⋅ft22.13–33.19 lbf⋅ft30–45 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 2006 Kia Spectra 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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2006 Kia Spectra generations

In 2006 Kia offered 2 generations of the Spectra. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Second generation

J3 Platform

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2006 Kia Spectra Second generation facelift Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2006 Kia Spectra generations

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