wheel torque KIA CARNIVAL 2007 User Guide

Strut and spring assembly
Spring and strut mounting
Front lower arm ball joint
Front lower arm mounting bolt
bushing
Stabilizer bar bushings
Wheel hubs and bearing
Rear suspension arms and bushings
Vehicle leans Tire/wheel
Vehicle load
Suspension components
Incorrect ride heightInflate tires to specification.
Redistribute the load as necessary.
Visually inspect the suspention
system.
Correct the ride height as necessary.
Poor steering returnability High knuckle rotating torque
AlignmentGo to detailed test E.
DETAILED TEST A : FRONT SUSPENSION NOISE CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
ROAD TEST THE VEHICLE
a.Test drive the vehicle.
b. During the road test, drive the vehicle over a rough road. Determine
from which area/component the noise is originating.
● Is there a squeak, creak or rattle noise ?
→ YES
Go to
→ NO
The suspension system is OK. Conduct a diagnosis on other suspect
systems.
INSPECT THE STEERING SYSTEM a.Check the steering system for wear or damage.
Perform a steering linkage test.
Inspect the tire wear pattern.
● Are the steering components worn or damaged ?
→ YES
Repair the steering system. Install new components as necessary. Test
the system for normal operation.
→ NO
Go to
FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER/STRUT CHECK a.Check the front shock absorbers/strut mounts for loose bolts or nuts.
b. Check the front shock absorbers/struts for damage. Perform a shock
absorber check.
● Are the front shock absorbers/struts loose or damaged ?
→ YES
Tighten to specifications if loose.
Install new front shock absorbers/struts if damaged. Test the system for
normal operation.
→ NO
Go to
CHECK THE FRONT SPRINGS Check the front spring and front spring mounts/brackets for wear or
damage

Spring610.0~642.2
Yellow 1 point
GASOLINE Free height mm (in)
291.1(11.46)
Load(kg) I.D. Color623.6~653.0
White 2 point
y
594.2~623.6 White 1 point
WHEELS AND TIRES Items Specification
Tire Size 225/70 R16
235/60 R17
Wheel Size Steel
6.5J×16
Aluminium 6.5J×16
6.5J×17
Tire Pressure KPa (kg/cm², psi) y
Front Rear
225/70 R16 2.4(35)2.4(35)
235/60 R17 2.4(35)2.4(35)
WHEEL ALIGNMENT Items FrontRear
Camber 0° ± 30´- 6´ ± 30´
Caster to Ground
3°46´ ± 30´ -
to Body 4°40´ -
Toe- in mm(in) 0 ± 2(0 ± 0.0787)2.6 ± 2(0.1024 ± 0.0787)
King pin angle 12°27´±30´-
Tread mm(in) 1685(66.34)1685(66.34)
TIGHTENING TORQUE
FRONT SUSPENSION
Items Nmkgf.m lb- ft
Front strut assembly mounting nut(to body) 45 ~ 604.5 ~ 6.032.5 ~ 43.4
Front strut assembly self - locking nut 60 ~ 706 ~ 743.4 ~ 50.6
Front strut assembly mounting bolt(to knuckle) 100 ~ 12010 ~ 1272.3 ~ 86.8
Front lower arm ball joint mounting bolt(to knuckle) 90 ~ 1209 ~ 1265.1 ~ 86.8
Front lower arm bushing(A) mounting bolt(to subframe) 160 ~ 18016 ~ 18115.7 ~ 130.2
Front lower arm bushing(G) mounting bolt(to subframe) 160 ~ 18016 ~ 18115.7 ~ 130.2
Front stabilizer link self - locking nut 100 ~ 12010 ~ 1272.3 ~ 86.8
Front stabilizer bar bracket mounting bolt(to Subframe) 39 ~ 603.9 ~ 6.028.2 ~ 43.4
Wheel nut 90 ~ 1109 ~ 1165.1 ~ 79.5
REAR SUSPENSION Items Nmkgf.m lb- ft

5.Install the brake hose bracket bolt (A, B) to the axle assembly.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft) :
6.9 ~ 11 (0.7 ~ 1.1, 5.1 ~ 8.0)
6.Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the front hub (B).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft) :
90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)
Be careful not to damage the hub bolts(C) when installing the front wheel and tire(A).
DISASSEMBLY
1.Using the special tool (09546- 26000), compress the coil spring (A).

2.Install the front lower arm (A) ball joint mounting bolt (B) to the knuckle.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft) :
90 ~ 120 (9 ~ 12, 65.1 ~ 86.8)
3.Install the wheel and the tire(A) to the front hub(B).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft) :
90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)
Be careful not to damage the hub bolts(C) when installing the front wheel and tire(A).
INSPECTION
1.Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the lower arm for bending or breakage.
3. Check the ball joint dust cover for cracks.

specification.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft) :
65 ~ 80 (6 ~ 8, 43.4 ~ 57.8)
9.Install the front stabilizer link (A) nut (B) to the strut assembly.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft) :
100 ~ 120 (10 ~ 12, 72.3 ~ 86.8)
10. Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the front hub (B).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft) :
90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)
Be careful not to damage the hub bolts(C) when installing the front wheel and tire(A).
11. Install the connecting bolt (A) between the steering universal joint assembly (B) and the pinion assembly.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft) :
13 ~ 18 (1.3 ~ 1.8, 9.4 ~ 13.0)
After installation, if neccessary, adjust the alignment of the steering wheel and front tires
INSPECTION
1.Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the stabilizer bar for bending or breakage.
3. Check the ball joint for rotating torque.
(1) If there is a crack in the dust cover, replace it and add grease.
(2) Move the stabilizer link ball joint stud several times in a circular motion.
(3) Mount the self - locking nut on the ball joint, and then measure the ball joint rotating torque.
Standard value :
0.5 ~ 2.5 Nm (5 ~ 25 kgf., 0.36 ~ 1.81 lb - ft)
Measure torque using the special tool(09532- 11600) and torque wrench at the range of 0.5 - 2 rpm after
moving the ball joint stud 10 times at room temperature.
(4)If the rotating torque exceeds the upper limit of standard value, replace the upper arm assembly.
(5) Even if the rotating torque is below the lower limit of the standard value, the ball joint may be reused unless it
has drag and excessive play.

4.Install the rear shock absorber (A) nut (B) to the knuckle.
Tightening torque Nm(kgf.m, lb - ft) :
160 ~ 180 (16 ~ 18, 115.7 ~ 130.2)
5.Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the rear hub (B).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft) :
90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)
Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when installing the rear wheel and tire (A).
INSPECTION
1.Check the rubber parts for damage or deterioration.
2. Check the shock absorber for abnormal resistance or unusual sounds.

2.Install the rear upper arm ball joint self - locking nut (A) and the cotter pin.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft) :
90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)
3.Install the brake caliper mounting bolts (A).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft) :
50 ~ 60 (5.0 ~ 6.0, 36.2 ~ 43.4)
4.Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the rear hub (B).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft) :
90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when installing the rear wheel and tire (A).
INSPECTION
1.Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the upper arm for bending or breakage.
3. Check the ball joint for rotating torque.
(1) If there is a crack in the dust cover, replace it and add grease.
(2) Move the stabilizer link ball joint stud several times in a circular motion.
(3) Mount the self - locking nut on the ball joint, and then measure the ball joint rotating torque.
Specified torque :
1 ~ 3 Nm (10 ~ 30 kgf.cm, 0.72 ~ 2.17 lb - ft)
Measure a torque by using the special tool(09532- 11600) and torque wrench, at the range of 0.5 ~ 2 rpm
after moving the ball joint stud 10 times at room temperature.
(4)If the rotating torque exceeds the upper limit of standard value, replace the upper arm assembly.
(5) Even if the rotating torque is below the lower limit of the standard value, the ball joint may be reused unless it
has drag and excessive play.

4.Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the rear hub (B).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft) :
90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)
Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when installing the rear wheel and tire (A).
INSPECTION
Rear lower arm
1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the center arm for bending or breakage.
3. Check the bolts for damage.
Spring
1.Check the spring for distortion, aging or damage.
2. Check the spring upper pad for aging or damage.