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Kia Spectra GS L4-1.8L (2002)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Alignment: Technical Service Bulletins (page 6 of 6)

Make
Kia
Model
Spectra GS
Engine
L4-1.8L
Year
2002
Section
Alignment
MaintenanceTechnical Service Bulletins · page 6 of 6
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order to achieve the proper toe angle and still retain a straight steering wheel.

3. Tighten tie rod jam nuts.

Tightening torque: 41 - 55 ft. lbs. (55 - 75 Nm, 5.6 - 7.6 kg-m) 

Rear wheel alignment 

Specifications 

Notice:  Rear camber is not adjustable.

Adjustment 

Toe (total) 
1. Check that fuel tank is full; radiator coolant and engine oil are at specified levels; and spare tire, jack and tools are in their designated positions.

Vehicle must be on a level surface.

2. Measure rear toe angle with a toe angle gauge.
3. If specification is not met, loosen rear lateral link jam nuts.
4. Turn lateral link adjuster to adjust left or right rear wheel as needed.

Notice:  One turn of link changes toe approximately 0.12 inch (3 mm).

5. Repeat for other side if necessary.

6. Tighten lateral link jam nuts to specified torque.

Tightening torque: 85 - 115 ft. lbs. (116 - 157 Nm, 11.8 - 16 kg-m) 

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