Hyundai Santa Fe: Rear Assist Arm. Repair procedures - Rear Suspension System - Suspension SystemHyundai Santa Fe: Rear Assist Arm. Repair procedures

Removal

1.
Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub .
Tightening torque :
88.2 ~ 107.8 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.0 ~ 79.5 lb-ft)
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).

2.
Remove the sprit pin and castle nut or bolt and then disconnect the rear assist arm (A) from the rear axle.
Tightening torque :
2WD
44.1 ~ 53.9N.m (4.5 ~ 5.5kgf.m, 32.5 ~ 39.8lb-ft)
4WD
137.3 ~ 156.9N.m (14.0 ~ 16.0kgf.m, 101.3 ~ 115.7lb-ft)
[2WD]

[4WD]
3.
Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear assist arm (A) with the sub frame.
Tightening torque :
2WD
137.3 ~ 156.9N.m (14.0 ~ 16.0kgf.m, 101.3 ~ 115.7lb-ft)
4WD
137.3 ~ 156.9N.m (14.0 ~ 16.0kgf.m, 101.3 ~ 115.7lb-ft)
[2WD]

[4WD]
4.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
5.
Check the rear alignment.

Inspection

1.
Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2.
Check the rear assist arm for deformation.

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