Hyundai Accent (HC): Suspension System / Front Suspension System

Contents:

• Components and Components Location
• Front Strut Assembly
• Front Lower Arm
• Front Lower Arm G Bushing
• Front Stabilizer Bar
• Sub Frame

Components and Components Location

- Components Location

1. Front lower arm
2. Sub frame
3. Driveshaft
4. Steering gear box
5. Front stabilizer bar
6. Front axle assembly

Front Strut Assembly ➤

Front Lower Arm

- Removal

1.Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.

2.Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub.

Tightening torque :107.9 - 127.5 N.m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf.m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb-ft)

• Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the front wheel and tire.

3.Loosen the lower arm nut (A) and then remove the lower arm ball joint by using SST(09568-1S100).

Tightening torque :58.8 - 70.6 N.m (6.0 - 7.2 kgf.m, 43.4 - 52.1 lb-ft)

• Do not reuse the lower arm lock nut (A).

• Be careful not to damage the ball joint boots.

4.Remove the front lower (A) arm after loosening the bolts & nuts.

Tightening torqueFront : 117.7 - 137.3 N.m (12.0 - 14.0 kgf.m, 86.8 - 101.3 lb-ft)Rear : 156.9 - 176.5 N.m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf.m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb-ft)

• Tighten the front mounting bolt first and then tighten the rear mounting bolt and nut.

5.Install the other parts in the reverse order of removal.

6.Check the wheel Alignment.(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Alignment")

1.Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.

2.Check the lower arm for deformation.

3.Check the all bolts and nuts.

Front Lower Arm G Bushing

- Replacement Steel lower arm

• Replace the lower arm G bushing if it only has a crack, noise from bushing without cracks can be improved by applying silicone oil.

1.Replace the lower arm G bushing by using the SST (09545-AL100).

• Refer to the enclosed manual for detailed usage instructions of the lower arm G bushing SST(09545-AL100).

• Wear personal protective equipment during press operation.

• When the press is in operation, ensure that no part of the body comes into contact within the operating range.

• Due to the risk of injury from falling tools and parts, before operating the press, ensure that all tools and components are securely positioned in their proper places.

• Lubricate the bushings and mounting surface with grease during the operation.

• Measure the void spacing (A), (B) to ensure that the bushing can be properly installed in the correct direction.

(A) : Ball joint side(B) : Opposite side

• Be careful not to install the bushing at the incorrect angle.

Installation angle (A) : Angle formed counterclockwise from A bushing (B) and G bushing (C) reference

• Clean the bushing mounting surface (A) from any foreign substances using a clean cloth or similar material when installing.

• Ensure that the marking angle (A) of the bushing and the lower arm does not deviate from the reference value.

Reference Value : ± 3°

• If excessive pressure is applied after installation is complete, it may result in damage to the components and tools.

Front Stabilizer Bar ➤

Sub Frame ➤