Kia Soul EV: Rear Suspension System / Rear Shock Absorber Repair procedures
1.
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2.
Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub.
Tightening torque :
88.2 ~ 107.8 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.0 ~ 79.5 lb-ft)
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Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).
3.
Loosen the rear shock absorber (A) upper mounting bolt.
Tightening torque :
49.0 ~ 63.7N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 47.0lb-ft)
4.
Loosen the bolt and then remove the rear shock absorber (A) from the torsion beam axle.
Tightening torque :
98.1 ~ 117.7N.m (10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.8lb-ft)
1.
Check the rubber parts for wear and deterioration.
2.
Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound during operation.
Disposal
1.
Fully extend the piston rod.
2.
Drill a hole on the (A) section to remove gas from the cylinder.
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The gas coming out is harmless but be careful of chips that may fly when drilling.
Components
1. Shock absorber assembly 2. Dust cover 3. Bump stopper 4. Cup 5. washer6. Insulator assembly 7. Lock nut
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Components
1. Spring lower pad2. Spring3. Spring upper pad
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Other information:
Basic Troubleshooting
Basic Inspection Procedure
Measuring Condition of Electronic Parts'' Resistance
The measured resistance at high temperature after vehicle
running may be high or low. So all resistance must be measured at
ambient temperature (20°C, 68°F), unless stated otherwise.
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3-Way Coolant Valve
1. 3-Way Coolant Valve
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