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2020 KIA OPTIMA

2.4L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
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suspension

Lower Control Arm - Front Torque Specs

for 2020 Kia Optima 2.4L I4 · FWD
Units

5 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Ball Joint Nut
Critical
Do not loosen to align pin - tighten further.
65 lb-ft · 88 Nm
Control Arm Bolts
Critical
⚠️ TORQUE AT RIDE HEIGHT.
100 lb-ft · 135 Nm
Mounting Bolts
20 lb-ft · 27 Nm
Strut Bolts
Critical
85 lb-ft · 115 Nm
Wheel Lug Nuts
Critical
100 lb-ft · 136 Nm
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