KIA CARNIVAL 2007 Workshop Manual

7.Remove the split pin and castle nut from the tie rod end ball joint.
Tightening torque Nm (Kgf.m, lb - ft):
60 ~ 80 (6.0 ~ 8.0, 43 ~ 58)
8.Disconnect the tie rod end (A) from the knuckle using a SST (09568- 4A000).
9.Remove the split pin and lower arm bolt and nut (A).

Tightening torque Nm (Kgf.m, lb - ft):
90 ~ 120 (9.0 ~ 12.0, 65 ~ 87)
10.Using a plastic hammer, disconnect the driveshaft (A) from the front hub assembly (B).
11.Remove the brake disc (A) from the front hub assembly.
12.Remove the knuckle from the strut assembly by loosening the bolts (A).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft):
100 ~ 120 (10.0 ~12.0, 72 ~ 87)
INSTALLATION
1.Installation is reverse of the removal.
a.The driveshaft lock nut should be replaced with new ones.
b. After installation driveshaft lock nut, stake the lock nut using a chisel and hammer as shown in the
illustration below.
DISASSEMBLY
1.Separate the hub & bearing assembly (A) from the knuckle (B) by loosening the bolts.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft):
160 ~ 180 (16.0 ~ 18.0, 116 ~ 130)

INSPECTION
1.Check the hub for cracks and the splines for wear.
2. Check the brake disc for scoring and damage.
3. Check the knuckle for cracks.
REASSEMBLY
1.Reassembly is reverse of the disassembly.
2. Measure the wheel bearing starting toque.
20 kgf.cm or less
3.Measure the hub assembly axial play using a dial gauge.
0.008 mm or less

Rear Axle Assembly

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REMOVAL
1.Release the parking brake.
2. Remove the wheel & tire assembly.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft):
90 ~ 110 (9.0 ~ 11.0, 65 ~ 80)
3.Support lower part of the lower arm (A) using a jack and remove the bolt & nut (B).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft):
160 ~ 180 (16.0 ~ 18.0, 116 ~ 130)
4.Remove the coil spring (A) and upper pad.
5.Remove the wheel speed sensor (A).

6.Remove the rear brake caliper assembly (A) from the carrier assembly and suspend it with wire.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft):
50 ~ 60 (5.0 ~ 6.0, 36 ~ 43)
7.Remove the rear brake disc (A) by loosening the screws.
8.Unstake the lock nut using a chisel and hammer.

9.Remove the lock nut (A) and washer (B).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft):
200 ~ 260 (20.0 ~ 26.0, 145 ~ 188)
10. Remove the hub & bearing assembly (A).
11.Disconnect the parking brake cable (A) from the brake assembly.

12.Remove the clip (A) and bracket mounting bolt and disconnect the parking brake cable (B) from the carrier
assembly.
13.Remove the rear brake assembly (A).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft):
50 ~ 60 (5.0 ~ 6.0, 36 ~ 43)
14.Remove the rear shock absorber (A).
15.After loosening the castle nut and split pin, disconnect the assist arm (A) from the carrier assembly using a SST
(09568- 4A000).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb - ft):
90 ~ 100 (9.0 ~ 10.0, 65 ~72)