Hyundai Elantra HD: Rear Shock Absorber. Repair procedures
Removal
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Remove the rear wheel & tire.
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2. |
Support the lower portion of the rear lower arm (A) with the jack.
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Remove the bolt & nut (B) holding the rear shock absorber (A)
to the carrier assembly.
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4. |
Remove the rear shock absorber (B) from the wheel housing by loosening
the mounting bolts (A).
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Inspection
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Check the rubber parts for wear and deterioration.
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2. |
Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is
no abnormal resistance or unusual sound during operation.
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Disposal
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Fully extend the piston rod.
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2. |
Drill a hole on the (A) section to discharge gas from the cylinder.
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Installation
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Install the rear shock absorber (B) to the wheel housing penal
by tightening the bracket mounting bolts (A).
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2. |
Connect the rear shock absorber (A) with the carrier assembly
and then tighten the bolt & nut (B).
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3. |
Install the rear wheel & tire.
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