Pedders Rear Suspension Conversion Kit (Loop) Standard Height for Kia Sorento 2002-2007

This kit replaces the original self-levelling rear suspension on the Kia Sorento 2002-2007 (loop style mounting). It is designed for owners seeking to restore original ride height and enhance control, particularly when towing or carrying heavy loads.

Key Features

• Supplied as a matched set of springs and shocks
• Individually shock dyno tested as a complete suspension system with existing OE hardware
• Restores original ride height of the Sorento rear suspension
• Pedders gas shocks feature heavy duty twin-tube gas construction and reinforced double welded mountings
• System designed and valved to work together
• Easy and low cost conversion from coil over suspension
• Backed by a 2 Year / 40,000km warranty

Product Overview

This kit is a direct bolt-in replacement for the factory rear self-levelling suspension and requires no vehicle modifications or extra parts. The original self-levelling spring is weaker as the shock absorber carries part of the vehicle's weight hydraulically. Failure of the self-levelling function causes the vehicle to sit low. The Pedders matched kit overcomes this by providing springs and dampers designed to support the vehicle weight and restore correct ride height.

This upgrade also improves damping control, especially under towing or heavy load conditions where the original system is typically underdamped. It suits daily driving and towing needs, delivering consistent handling and ride comfort without losing stance or requiring coil-over conversion complexity.

Technology & Materials

Pedders gas shocks use heavy duty twin-tube gas construction technology combined with reinforced double welded mountings, enhancing durability and longevity. The kit components are valved and designed to operate as a matched system for reliable performance and quality assurance.

Installation & Compatibility

The kit is a direct bolt-in replacement with the existing original equipment hardware, requiring no modifications to the vehicle. It fits Sorento models with loop style shock mountings built until June 2007. Wheel alignment is recommended after installation to optimise vehicle handling.

A stiffer spring kit is available (Pedders part number 803206) for those who regularly carry heavy loads or tow heavy trailers.

Technical Specification

• Rear vehicle height: 720mm with 16 inch wheels
• Fits Kia Sorento 2002-2007 model years with loop style rear shock mountings
• Includes matched springs and shocks tested as a complete system
• Compatible with vehicles both fitted with or without factory self-levelling suspension
• Backed by 2 Year / 40,000km warranty

Note: Vehicle height measurements are based on 16 inch wheels but kit fits irrespective of wheel size.

Why Choose Pedders

• Matched springs and shocks designed to restore original ride height and performance
• Proven dyno-tested components for quality and control
• Simple bolt-in installation using existing OE hardware
• Supported by a 2 Year / 40,000km warranty for peace of mind