Hyundai Tucson: Front Suspension System / Front Strut Assembly Repair procedures
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Remove the front wheel & tire.
Tightening torque :
88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft)
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Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel & tire. |
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2. |
Remove the brake hose (A) & wheel speed sensor bracket (B) from the front strut assembly by loosening mounting bolts. ![](images/front_strut_assembly_repair_procedures-903/514/slmss0002d.gif)
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3. |
Disconnect the stabilizer link (B) with the front strut assembly (A) after loosening the nut.
Tightening torque :
98.1 ~ 117.7N.m (10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.8lb-ft)
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![](images/front_strut_assembly_repair_procedures-903/514/slmss0003d_002.gif)
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4. |
Disconnect the front strut assembly (A) with the knuckle by loosening the bolt & nut.
Tightening torque :
137.3 ~ 156.9N.m (14.0 ~ 16.0kgf.m, 101.3 ~ 115.7lb-ft)
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![](images/front_strut_assembly_repair_procedures-903/514/slmss0004d.gif)
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5. |
Remove the front strut assembly and than loosen the strut mounting nuts (A).
Tightening torque :
44.1 ~ 58.8N.m (4.5 ~ 6.0kgf.m, 32.5 ~ 43.4lb-ft)
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![](images/front_strut_assembly_repair_procedures-903/514/slmss0005d.gif)
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Installation is the reverse of removal. |
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Remove the dust cover (A). ![](images/front_strut_assembly_repair_procedures-903/514/scmss6525d.gif)
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2. |
Using the special tool (09546-26000), compress the coil spring (A). ![](images/front_strut_assembly_repair_procedures-903/514/khqe110c.gif)
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3. |
Remove the self-locking nut (C) from the strut assembly (B). |
4. |
Remove the insulator, spring seat, coil spring and dust cover from the strut assembly. |
5. |
Reassembly is the reverse of the disassembly. |
1. |
Check the strut bearing for wear and damage. |
2. |
Check the spring upper and lower seat for damage and deterioration. |
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Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound during operation. ![](images/front_strut_assembly_repair_procedures-903/514/khqe120a.gif)
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Disposal
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Fully extend the piston rod. |
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Drill a hole on the A section to remove gas from the cylinder. ![](images/front_strut_assembly_repair_procedures-903/514/khqe121a.gif)
The gas coming out is harmless, but be careful of chips that may fly when drilling.
Be sure to wear safety goggles or eye protection when performing this task. |
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Components
1. Dust cover2. Upper mounting nut3. Self locking nut4. Insulator5. Spring upper pad6. Strut dust cover & Bumper rubber7. Coil spring8. Spring lower pad9. Piston rod10. Strut asse ...
Removal
1.
Remove the front wheel & tire.
Tightening torque :
88.25 ~ 117.68 N.m (9.0 ~ 12.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 86.8 lb-ft)
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts w ...