Hyundai Kona: Front Suspension System / Front Lower Arm Repair procedures
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Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
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Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub.
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Tightening torque :
107.9 - 127.5 N.m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf.m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb-ft)
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Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing
the front wheel and tire (A).
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Loosen the lower arm nut (A) and then remove the lower arm ball joint
by using SST(09568-1S100).
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Tightening torque :
58.8 - 70.6 N.m (6.0 - 7.2 kgf.m, 43.4 - 52.1 lb-ft)
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Do not reuse the lower arm lock nut (A).
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Remove the front lower arm after loosening the bolts & nuts.
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Tightening torque
Front : 117.7 - 137.3 N.m (12.0 - 14.0 kgf.m, 86.8 - 101.3 lb-ft)
Rear : 156.9 - 176.5 N.m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf.m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb-ft)
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Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
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| 2. |
Check the lower arm for bending or breakage.
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| 3. |
Check the lower arm for deformation.
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| 4. |
Check the all bolts and nuts.
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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| 2. |
Check the alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Alingment")
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[Ball joint assembly replacement]
| 1. |
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
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| 2. |
Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub.
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Tightening torque :
107.9 - 127.5 N.m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf.m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb-ft)
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Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing
the front wheel and tire (A).
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| 3. |
Loosen the lower arm nut (A) and then remove the lower arm ball joint
by using SST(09568-1S100).
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Tightening torque :
58.8 - 70.6 N.m (6.0 - 7.2 kgf.m, 43.4 - 52.1 lb-ft)
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Do not reuse the lower arm lock nut (A).
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Remove the ball joint assembly after losening the bolt (A) and nut (B).
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Tightening torque :
98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb-ft)
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| 5. |
Replace the ball joint assembly with a new one.
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| 6. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Components
1. Ball joint assembly
2. Front lower arm assembly
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Removal
1.
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2.
Remove the front wheel and ...
Other information:
Hyundai Kona (OS) 2018-2026 Owners Manual: To increase Cruise Control speed
Push the toggle switch up (RES+) and hold it, while monitoring the SET
speed on the instrument cluster. Release the toggle switch when the desired
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Hyundai Kona (OS) 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Before driving
Before entering the vehicle
Be sure all windows, outside mirror( s), and outside lights are clean
and unobstructed.
Remove frost, snow, or ice.
Visually check the tires for uneven wear and damage.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you ...