Removal And Installation

2021 Kia Forte EXSECTION Removal And Installation
  1. Remove the front wheel and tire (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    107.9 - 127.5 N.m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf.m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb.ft)

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    NOTE: Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel and tire.
  2. Remove the brake caliper mounting bolts (A), and then hold the brake caliper assembly with wire.

    Tightening torque: 

    78.4 - 98.0 N.m (8.0 - 10.0 kgf.m, 57.8 - 72.3 lb.ft)

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  3. By hammering on a chisel, unlock the driveshaft lock hub nut caulking.
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    NOTE: If there is screw thread (A) on the end of the nut, unlock the caulking by using a chisel and then loosen the nut to prevent damaging driveshaft screw thread.
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  4. Remove the caulking nut (A) from the front axle.

    Tightening torque: 

    274.6 - 294.2 N.m (28.0 - 30.0 kgf.m, 202.5 - 217.0 lb.ft)

    G13304303Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • The driveshaft lock nut must be replaced with new one. When replacing the drive lock hub nut, use only the nut with screw thread (A) on the end.
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    • Tighten the driveshaft lock hub nut to the specified tightening torque, and caulk by using a chisel and hammer.
    • If there are two key seats, perform on all two seats.

    Caulking depth (A):  1.5 mm (0.0591 in)

    G13304306Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Using a SST (09517-4E000), disconnect the driveshaft from the axle hub.
    G13304307Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Loosen the screws and then remove the front brake disc (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    4.9 - 5.9 N.m (0.5 - 0.6 kgf.m, 3.6 - 4.3 lb.ft, 43.4 - 52.1 lb.in)

    G13304308Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Loosen the bolts and remove the hub bearing assembly ( from the front knuckle.

    Tightening torque: 

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

  8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.