2006-2010 Kia Optima Upper Control Arm Torque Specs

2.7L V6

Applies to 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010 Kia Optima

Labor Time:1.5 hours

Torque Values (11 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	93	68	—
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	92	68	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
Mounting Bolts	28	21	—
⚠️ Strut Bolts	121	89	—
⚠️ Strut Bolts	121	89	—
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
⚠️ Sway Bar Link	64	47	—
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	142	105	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	142	105	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for upper control arm on a 2006-2010 Kia Optima is 93 Nm (68 lb-ft).

There are 11 torque specifications for upper control arm on the 2006-2010 Kia Optima 2.7L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.