Kia Sportage: Wheel: Repair procedures

Third generation SL (2010â€“2016) / Kia Sportage SL Service & Repair Manual / Suspension System / Tires/Wheels / Wheel: Repair procedures

Hub nut tightening sequence

Tighten the hub nuts as follows.

Tightening torque :

88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft)

When using an impact gun, final tightening torque should be checked using a torque wrench.

Run out inspection

1.	Jack up the vehicle.

Measure the wheel Run-out by using a dial indicator as illustration below.

Run-out	Aluminum	Steel
Radial mm(in.)	Below 0.3(0.012)	Below 1.0(0.039)
Axial mm(in.)	Below 0.3(0.012)	Below 0.6(0.024)

3.	If measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the wheel.

Tire: Repair procedures

Tire wear 1. Measure the tread depth of the tires. Tread depth [limit] : 1.6 mm (0.063 in.) 2. If the remaining tread (A) depth is less than the limit, replace the tire. &nbs ...

Alignment: Repair procedures

Front Wheel Alignment When using a commercially available computerized wheel alignment equipment to inspect the front wheel alignment, always position the vehicle o ...

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Brake/clutch fluid
Checking the brake/clutch* fluid level Check the fluid level in the reservoir periodically. The fluid level should be between MAX and MIN marks on the side of the reservoir. Before removing the ...

Opening the fuel filler lid
The fuel filler lid must be opened from inside the vehicle by pulling up the fuel filler lid opener. If the fuel filler lid does not open because ice has formed around it, tap lightly or push o ...

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