2010 Kia Sportage 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

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


Guide screws	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	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_moreSteering gear


With electric servo-steering	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m
With hydraulic servo-steering	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m


Track rod end on stub axle	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	33.19–44.25 lbf⋅ft33.19–44.25 lbf⋅ft45–60 N⋅m
On stub axle	103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft140–160 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft


Central nuts	221.27–236.02 lbf⋅ft221.27–236.02 lbf⋅ft300–320 N⋅m


Front axle stabiliser mounting	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
Nuts must be replaced.

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	103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft140–160 N⋅m


On stub axle	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

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 2010 Kia Sportage 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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2010 Kia Sportage generations

In 2010 Kia offered 2 generations of the Sportage. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Second generation facelift

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2010 Kia Sportage Third generation Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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