Kia Sportage: Cylinder Block
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Components
Piston ring
Snap ring
Piston
Connecting rod
Connecting rod upper bearing
Piston pin
Connecting rod lower bearing
Connecting rod bearing cap
Connecting Rod
1. Check the connecting rod end play.
Using a feeler gauge, measure the end play while moving the connecting rod back
and forth.
End play:
Standard : 0.10 ~ 0.25mm (0.0039 ~ 0.0
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Repair procedures
Replacement
1. Remove the rear wheel & tire.
Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft)
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel & tire (A).
2. Loosen the nut and then remove the rear stabiliz
Towing service
If emergency towing is necessary, have
it done by authorized Kia dealer or a
commercial tow-truck service.
Proper lifting and towing procedures are
necessary to prevent damage to the
vehicle. The use of wheel dollies (1) or
flatbed is recommended.
CAUTION
The AWD vehicl