How do you remove and install the front Coil Springs and shock absorber on Kia Optima?

To remove the shock absorber assembly, first loosen the wheel lug nuts, raise the vehicle, and securely support it on jackstands before removing the wheel and supporting the lower control arm with a floor jack. Next, unbolt the brake hose bracket and wheel speed sensor bracket from the shock absorber fork, and disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor wiring bracket if it interferes with your model. For 2006.5 and later models, disconnect the stabilizer bar link from the shock absorber fork. Remove the bolt that connects the fork to the lower control arm, then loosen the pinch bolt at the top of the fork and remove the fork. If disassembly of the shock absorber is necessary, loosen the damper shaft nut without removing it. Support the shock and spring assembly while removing the three nuts that secure the shock absorber to the shock tower in the engine compartment, then take the assembly out from the fender well. Inspect the shock absorber body for leaks, dents, cracks, and other damage, and check the coil spring for chips or cracks in the coating, as well as the spring seat for cuts and deterioration. If any issues are found, proceed with disassembly. For installation, guide the assembly into the fender well and insert the upper mounting studs through the shock tower holes, securing them with nuts to prevent the assembly from falling. Install the fork to the lower part of the shock absorber and the lower control arm, tightening all fasteners to the specified torque while raising the outer end of the lower control arm with a floor jack to simulate normal ride height before tightening. Reattach the brake hose bracket and ABS wheel speed sensor bracket, then install the wheel and lug nuts, lower the vehicle, and tighten the lug nuts to the specified torque.

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- 2011-2013 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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- Position: Front Passenger Side
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- 2011-2013 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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- Position: Front Driver Side
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- 2011-2013 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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- 2011-2015 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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- Other Name: Strut Assembly-Front,Rh
- Position: Front Passenger Side
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Kia's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2013 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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- Other Name: Strut Assembly-Front,Lh; Strut
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- 2011-2015 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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- Other Name: Strut Assembly-Front,Lh
- Position: Front Driver Side
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- 2011-2013 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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- Position: Front Driver Side
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- 2011-2013 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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- Position: Front Passenger Side
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Kia's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
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- 2016-2020 Kia Optima | 1.6L - GAMMA, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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- Other Name: Shock Absorber Assembly-Front,Lh
- Position: Driver Side
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Kia's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Kia Optima | 2.4L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta FF, 2.7L - MU | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Part Number: 546612T124
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Kia's factory warranty.
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- 2011-2013 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P

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Front Shock Absorber Assembly, Left
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Q: How do you remove and install the front Coil Springs and shock absorber on Kia Optima?
A: To remove the shock absorber assembly, first loosen the wheel lug nuts, raise the vehicle, and securely support it on jackstands before removing the wheel and supporting the lower Control Arm with a floor jack. Next, unbolt the brake hose bracket and wheel speed sensor bracket from the shock absorber fork, and disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor wiring bracket if it interferes with your model. For 2006.5 and later models, disconnect the stabilizer bar link from the shock absorber fork. Remove the bolt that connects the fork to the lower control arm, then loosen the pinch bolt at the top of the fork and remove the fork. If disassembly of the shock absorber is necessary, loosen the damper shaft nut without removing it. Support the shock and spring assembly while removing the three nuts that secure the shock absorber to the shock tower in the engine compartment, then take the assembly out from the fender well. Inspect the shock absorber body for leaks, dents, cracks, and other damage, and check the coil spring for chips or cracks in the coating, as well as the spring seat for cuts and deterioration. If any issues are found, proceed with disassembly. For installation, guide the assembly into the fender well and insert the upper mounting studs through the shock tower holes, securing them with nuts to prevent the assembly from falling. Install the fork to the lower part of the shock absorber and the lower control arm, tightening all fasteners to the specified torque while raising the outer end of the lower control arm with a floor jack to simulate normal ride height before tightening. Reattach the brake hose bracket and ABS wheel speed sensor bracket, then install the wheel and lug nuts, lower the vehicle, and tighten the lug nuts to the specified torque.

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