Suspension System

General Information

Suspension System
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SPECIFICATIONS
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM
Items Specification
Type Macpherson strut
Type Gas
Stroke mm (in) 195.5 (7.70)
Expansion mm (in) 595.5 ± 3 (23.44 ± 0.12)
400 + 3, -Free (15.75 + 3,
Compression mm (in)
Free)

Shock Absorber DIESEL WHITE

I.D. Color
GASOLINE RED
Expansion N(kgf) 1265 ± 186 (129 ± 19)
DIESEL
Damping force Compression N (kgf) 618 ± 108 (63 ± 11)
(0.3 m/s) Expansion N(kgf) 980 ± 220 (100 ± 15)
GASOLINE 
Compression N (kgf) 588 ± 118 (60 ± 12)
Free height mm (in) 418.9 (16.49)
Yellow 2 point
DIESEL 594.8~606.7
Load(kg) I.D. Color  
582.9~594.7  Yellow 1 point
Spring
Free height mm (in) 415.9 (16.37)
Green 2 point
GASOLINE 550.0~561.2
Load(kg) I.D. Color  
538.8~549.9 Green 1 point

REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Items Specification
Type Multi Link
Type Gas
Stroke mm (in) 170 (6.68)
Expansion mm (in) 478.0 ± 3 (18.82 ± 0.12)
308 + 3, -Free
Compression mm (in)
(12.13 + 0.12, -Free)

Shock Absorber DIESEL WHITE

I.D. Color
GASOLINE RED
Expansion N(kgf) 1540 ± 216 (157 ± 22)
DIESEL
Damping force Compression N (kgf) 647 ± 127 (66 ± 13)
(0.3 m/s) Expansion N(kgf) 1422 ± 206 (145 ± 21)
GASOLINE
Compression N (kgf) 549 ± 108 (56 ± 11)
Free height mm (in) 286.7 (11.29)
Yellow 2 point
DIESEL 642.2~674.7
Load(kg) I.D. Color  
 610.0~642.2 Yellow 1 point
Spring
Free height mm (in) 291.1(11.46)
White 2 point
GASOLINE 623.6~653.0
Load(kg) I.D. Color  
594.2~623.6 White 1 point

WHEELS AND TIRES

Items Specification
225/70 R16
Tire Size
235/60 R17
Steel 6.5J!16
Wheel Size 6.5J!16
Aluminium
6.5J!17
  Front Rear
Tire Pressure KPa
225/70 R16 2.4(35) 2.4(35)
(kg/cm", psi)
235/60 R17 2.4(35) 2.4(35)

WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Items Front Rear

Camber 0°±0.5° 0.1°±0.5°
Caster to Ground 3.77°±0.5° -
Total 0°±0.2° 0.26°±0.2°
Toe-in
Individual 0°±0.1° 0.17°±0.1°
King pin angle 12.45°±0.5° -
Tread mm(in) 1685(66.34) 1685(66.34)

TIGHTENING TORQUE
FRONT SUSPENSION

Items Nm kgf.m lb-ft

Front strut assembly mounting nut(to body) 45 ~ 60 4.5 ~ 6.0 32.5 ~ 43.4
Front strut assembly self-locking nut 60 ~ 70 6~7 43.4 ~ 50.6
Front strut assembly mounting bolt(to knuckle) 100 ~ 120 10 ~ 12 72.3 ~ 86.8
Front lower arm ball joint mounting bolt(to knuckle) 90 ~ 120 9 ~ 12 65.1 ~ 86.8
Front lower arm bushing(A) mounting bolt(to subframe) 160 ~ 180 16 ~ 18 115.7 ~ 130.2
Front lower arm bushing(G) mounting bolt(to subframe) 160 ~ 180 16 ~ 18 115.7 ~ 130.2
Front stabilizer link self-locking nut 100 ~ 120 10 ~ 12 72.3 ~ 86.8
Front stabilizer bar bracket mounting bolt(to Subframe) 39 ~ 60 3.9 ~ 6.0 28.2 ~ 43.4
Wheel nut 90 ~ 110 9 ~ 11 65.1 ~ 79.5

REAR SUSPENSION
Items Nm kgf.m lb-ft
Rear shock absorber bracket mounting bolt(to body) 80 ~ 110 8 ~ 11 57.9 ~ 79.5
Rear shock absorber bracket mounting nut(to body) 90 ~ 120 9~ 12 65.1 ~ 86.8
Rear shock absorber nut (to rear knuckle) 140 ~ 160 14 ~ 16 101.2 ~ 115.7
Rear upper arm ball joint nut (to rear knuckle) 90 ~ 110 9 ~ 11 65.1 ~ 79.5
Rear upper arm self-locking nut (to cross member) 160 ~ 180 16 ~ 18 115.7 ~ 130.2
Rear lower arm mounting bolt (to rear knuckle) 160 ~ 180 16 ~ 18 115.7 ~ 130.2
Rear lower arm mounting nut (to cross member) 200 ~ 270 20 ~ 27 144.7 ~ 195.3
Rear assist arm mounting bolt (to rear knuckle) 90 ~ 110 9 ~ 11 65.1 ~ 79.5
Rear assist arm mounting nut (to cross member) 90 ~ 120 9 ~ 12 65.1 ~ 86.8
Trailing arm bracket mounting nut (to body) 80 ~ 110 8 ~ 11 57.9 ~ 79.5
Trailing arm self-locking nut (to rear knuckle) 80 ~ 100 8 ~ 10 57.9 ~ 72.3
Trailing arm mounting bolt(to bracket) 160~ 180 16 ~ 18 115.7 ~ 130.2
Rear stabilizer bar bracket mounting bolt(to cross member) 39 ~ 60 3.9 ~ 6.0 28.2 ~ 43.4
Rear stabilizer link self-locking nut(to trailing arm) 50 ~ 65 5.0 ~ 6.5 36.2 ~ 47.0
Wheel nut 90 ~ 110 9 ~ 11 65.1 ~ 79.5
Rear cross member to body 160 ~ 180 16 ~ 18 115.7~130.2

Replace the self-locking nuts with new ones after removal.

LUBRICANTS
Items The Recommended Quantity
Boot : CGMS03 (CMS-H006)
Front lower arm ball joint
Ball seat : CGMS02 (CMS-H006)
Rear upper arm ball joint As required
Boot : CGMS03 (CMS-H006)
Rear assist arm ball joint
Ball seat : CGMS01 (CMS-H006)
Stabilizer link ball joint(Front Rear)
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SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS

Tool (Number and Name) Illustration Use
09568-4A000 Removal of Ball joint
Ball joint remover (Front upper arm/lower arm, & Rear
upper arm)

09532-11600 Measurement of the front lower arm

Preload socket ball joint starting torque.
(Use with torque wrench)

09546-26000 Compression of the coil spring

Strut spring compressor

09214-32000 Removal & installation of lower arm

Mount bushing remover and installer bushing(G)
(Use with 09216-21100)

09216-21100 Removal & installation of lower arm

Mount bushing remover and installer bushing(G)
(Use with 09216-32000)

09216-21600 Removal and installation of trailing

Mount bushing remover and installer arm bushing
arbor (Use with 09552-38100)

09552-38100 Removal and installation of the rear

09552-38100 Removal and installation of the rear
Rear trailing arm bushing remover trailing arm bushing
and installer (Use with 09216-21600)
 Suspension System

Front Suspension System

Suspension System
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COMPONENTS
 Suspension System

Front Suspension System - Front Strut

Assembly

Suspension System
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COMPONENTS
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REMOVAL
1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the front of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub (B).

Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts (C) when removing the front wheel and tire (A).

3. Remove the brake hose bracket bolt (A, B) from the front strtu assembly.

4. Remove the speed sensor (A) and wire (B) bolts from the front knuckle.

5. Remove the front stabilizer link (A) nut (B) from the strut assembly.
6. Remove the strut upper mounting nuts(A).

7. Remove the front strut assembly (A) bolts (B) from the front knuckle.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the strut upper mounting nuts (A).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

45 ~ 60 (4.5 ~ 6.0, 32.5 ~ 43.4)
2. Install the front strut assembly (A) bolts (B) to the front knuckle.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

100 ~ 120 (10 ~ 12, 72.3 ~ 86.8)

3. Install the front stabilizer link (A) nut (B) to the strut assembly.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

100 ~ 120 (10 ~ 12, 72.3 ~ 86.8)

4. Install the speed sensor (A) and wire (B) bolts.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

7 ~ 11 (0.7 ~ 1.1, 5.1 ~ 8.0)
5. Install the brake hose bracket bolt (A, B) to the axle assembly.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

6.9 ~ 11 (0.7 ~ 1.1, 5.1 ~ 8.0)

6. Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the front hub (B).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts(C) when installing the front wheel and tire(A).

DISASSEMBLY
1. Using the special tool (09546-26000), compress the coil spring (A).
2. Remove the self-locking nut (C) from the strut assembly (B).
3. Remove the insulator, spring seat, coil spring and dust cover from the strut assembly.

INSPECTION
1. Check the strut insulator for wear or damage.
2. Check rubber parts for damage or deterioration.
3. Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound during
operation.

REASSEMBLY
1. Install the spring lower pad (D) so that the protrusions (A) fit in the holes (C) in the spring lower seat (B).

2. Compress coil spring using special tool (09546-26000).

Install compressed coil spring into shock absorber.

1) Indicated two identification color marks on the coil spring one follows model option the other follows load
classification according to the below.
Pay attention to distiuguish between the two marks and then install them.
 2) Install the coil spring wth the identification mark directed toward the knuckle.

3. After fully extending the piston rod, install the spring upper seat and insulator assembly.
4. After seating the upper and lower ends of the coil spring (A) in the upper and lower spring seat grooves (B)
correctly, tighten new self-locking nut temporarily.

5. Remove the special tool (09546-26000).

6. Tighten the self-locking nut to the specified torque.

Tightening torque :
60 ~ 70 Nm (6 ~7 kgf.m, 43.4 ~ 50.6 lb-ft)
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Front Suspension System - Front Lower Arm

Suspension System
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COMPONENTS
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REMOVAL
1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the front of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub (B).

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts(C) when removing the front wheel and tire(A).

3. Remove the front lower arm (A) mounting bolt (B) from the knuckle.

4. Remove the lower arm mounting bolts (A, B).

REPLACEMENT
1. Using the special tools(09214-32000 & 09216- 211000), remove the bushing from the lower arm.
2. Apply soap solution to the following parts.
A. Outer surface of the bushing.
B. Inner surface of the lower bushing mounting part.
3. Using the special tools(09214-32000 & 09216-21100), install the busing on the lower arm.

Insert bushing in the direction shown in the illustration.

Separation force is over 100 Nm (1000Kgf, 2204 lbf)

INSTALLATION
1. Install the lower arm mounting bolts (A, B).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

160 ~ 180 (16 ~ 18, 115.7 ~ 130.2)
2. Install the front lower arm (A) ball joint mounting bolt (B) to the knuckle.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

90 ~ 120 (9 ~ 12, 65.1 ~ 86.8)

3. Install the wheel and the tire(A) to the front hub(B).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts(C) when installing the front wheel and tire(A).

INSPECTION
1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the lower arm for bending or breakage.
3. Check the ball joint dust cover for cracks.
4. Check all bolts.
5. Check the lower arm ball joint for rotating torque.
(1) If a crack is noted in the dust cover, replace the ball joint assembly.
(2) Move the ball joint stud several times in a circular motion.
(3) Measure the ball joint rotating torque.

Standard value :
1 ~ 3.5 Nm (10 ~ 35 kgf.cm, 0.72 ~ 2.53 lb-ft)

Measure torque using the special tool(09532-11600) and torque wrench at the range of 0.5 - 2 rpm after
moving the ball joint stud 10 times at room temperature.

(4) If the rotating torque is below the lower limit of standard value, replace the ball joint assembly.
(5) Even if the rotating torque is below the lower limit of the standard value, the ball joint may be reused unless it
has drag and excessive play.
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Front Suspension System - Front Stabilizer

Bar

Suspension System
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COMPONENTS
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REMOVAL
1. Remove the connecting bolt (A) between the steering universal joint assembly (B) and the pinion assembly.

Keep the neutral-range to prevent the damage of the clock spring inner cable when you handlethe steering
wheel.

2. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the front of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
3. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub (B).

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when removing the front wheel and tire (A).

4. Remove the front stabilizer link (A) nut (B) from the strut assembly.

5. After removing both sides of the tie rod end (A) self-locking nuts (B) and cotterpin (C), remove the ball joint by
using the special tool(09568-4A000).
6. Remove both sides of the lower arm (A) mounting bolts (B).

7. Remove the engine mounting bolts (A, B)

8. Remove the twelve bolts and nuts of the sub frame by supporting it with a jack.

9. After lowering the jack which supports the sub frame in a proper level, remove both sides of the stabilizer bar
assembly mounting bolts (A).

10. Remove the stabilizer bar assembly through the gap between the body and the rear side of the sub frame.

Be careful not to damage to the power steering related tubes.

11. Remove the brackets (A) and the bushings (B).

 INSTALLATION
1. Install the bushing (B) on the stabilizer bar (A).

Bring clamp (C) of stabilizer bar (A) into contact with bushing (B).

2. Install the bracket on the bushing (B).

3. After tightening the bolts of the bushing bracket temporarily, install the bushing bracket on the opposite side.
4. Install the stabilizer bar bracket mounting bolts (A) to the sub frame.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

39 ~ 60 (3.9 ~ 6.0, 28.2 ~ 43.4)

5. After lifting the jack which supports the sub frame, install the four bolts (A) of the sub frame and the eight bolts (B)
of the guide bracket.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

Bolt (A) : 160 ~ 180 (16 ~ 18, 115.7 ~ 130.2)
Bolt (B) : 45 ~ 60 (4.5 ~ 6.0, 32.5 ~ 43.4)
6. Install the engine mounting bolts (A, B)

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

65 ~ 85 (6.5 ~ 8.5, 47.0 ~ 61.5)

7. Install both sides of the lower arm (A) mounting bolts(B).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

90 ~ 120 (9 ~ 12, 65.1 ~ 86.8)

8. Install both sides of the tie rod end (A) self-locking nuts (B). Insert cooter pin (C) after nut is torqued to
specification.
 specification.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

65 ~ 80 (6 ~ 8, 43.4 ~ 57.8)

9. Install the front stabilizer link (A) nut (B) to the strut assembly.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

100 ~ 120 (10 ~ 12, 72.3 ~ 86.8)

10. Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the front hub (B).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts(C) when installing the front wheel and tire(A).

11. Install the connecting bolt (A) between the steering universal joint assembly (B) and the pinion assembly.
 Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :
13 ~ 18 (1.3 ~ 1.8, 9.4 ~ 13.0)

After installation, if neccessary, adjust the alignment of the steering wheel and front tires

INSPECTION
1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the stabilizer bar for bending or breakage.
3. Check the ball joint for rotating torque.
(1) If there is a crack in the dust cover, replace it and add grease.
(2) Move the stabilizer link ball joint stud several times in a circular motion.
(3) Mount the self-locking nut on the ball joint, and then measure the ball joint rotating torque.

Standard value :
0.5 ~ 2.5 Nm (5 ~ 25 kgf., 0.36 ~ 1.81 lb-ft)

Measure torque using the special tool(09532-11600) and torque wrench at the range of 0.5 - 2 rpm after
moving the ball joint stud 10 times at room temperature.

(4) If the rotating torque exceeds the upper limit of standard value, replace the upper arm assembly.
(5) Even if the rotating torque is below the lower limit of the standard value, the ball joint may be reused unless it
has drag and excessive play.
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Rear Suspension System

Suspension System
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COMPONENTS
 Suspension System

Rear Suspension System - Rear Shock

Absorber

Suspension System
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COMPONENTS
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REMOVAL
1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub (B).

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).

3. Remove the rear shock absorber assembly mounting bolts (A) and nut (B) from the baby.

4. Remove the rear shock absorber assembly nut (B) from the rear knuckle, then remove the shock absorber
assembly (A).

5. Remove the rear shock absorber bracket bolt (A).

 INSTALLATION
1. Install the connecting bolt (A) between the rear shock absorber and the bracket.

Tightening torque Nm(kgf.m, lb-ft) :

160 ~ 180 (16 ~ 18, 115.7 ~ 130.2)

2. Install the rear shock absorber (A) to the knuckle temporarily.

3. Install the rear shock absorber bracket mounting bolts (A) and nut (B).

Tightening torque Nm(kgf.m, lb-ft) :

Bolt : 80 ~ 110 (8 ~ 11, 59.7 ~ 79.5)
Nut : 90 ~ 120 (9 ~ 12, 65.1 ~ 86.8)
4. Install the rear shock absorber (A) nut (B) to the knuckle.

Tightening torque Nm(kgf.m, lb-ft) :

160 ~ 180 (16 ~ 18, 115.7 ~ 130.2)

5. Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the rear hub (B).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when installing the rear wheel and tire (A).

INSPECTION
1. Check the rubber parts for damage or deterioration.
2. Check the shock absorber for abnormal resistance or unusual sounds.
 Suspension System

Rear Suspension System - Rear Upper Arm

Suspension System
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COMPONENTS
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REMOVAL
1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub (B).

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).

3. Remove the brake caliper mounting bolts (A), and then place the brake caliper assembly (B) with wire as shown in
the illustration.

4. Remove the rear upper arm ball joint self-locking nut (A) and the cotter pin.
5. Remove the rear upper arm ball joint (A) by using the special tool(09568-4A000).

6. Remove the rear upper arm (A) mounting nut (B) from the cross member.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the rear upper arm (A) mounting nut (B) to the cross member.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

160 ~ 180 (16 ~ 18, 115.7 ~ 130.2)
2. Install the rear upper arm ball joint self-locking nut (A) and the cotter pin.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)

3. Install the brake caliper mounting bolts (A).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

50 ~ 60 (5.0 ~ 6.0, 36.2 ~ 43.4)

4. Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the rear hub (B).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)
 Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when installing the rear wheel and tire (A).

INSPECTION
1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the upper arm for bending or breakage.
3. Check the ball joint for rotating torque.
(1) If there is a crack in the dust cover, replace it and add grease.
(2) Move the stabilizer link ball joint stud several times in a circular motion.
(3) Mount the self-locking nut on the ball joint, and then measure the ball joint rotating torque.

Specified torque :
1 ~ 3 Nm (10 ~ 30 kgf.cm, 0.72 ~ 2.17 lb-ft)

Measure a torque by using the special tool(09532-11600) and torque wrench, at the range of 0.5 ~ 2 rpm
after moving the ball joint stud 10 times at room temperature.

(4) If the rotating torque exceeds the upper limit of standard value, replace the upper arm assembly.
(5) Even if the rotating torque is below the lower limit of the standard value, the ball joint may be reused unless it
has drag and excessive play.
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Rear Suspension System - Rear Lower Arm

Suspension System
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COMPONENTS
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REMOVAL
1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub (B).

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).

3. Remove the lower arm bolt (B) from the rear knuckle, while supporting the lower arm (A) with a jack as shown in
the illustration. Loosen the lower arm bolt (C) from the cross member.

4. Remove the spring (A), the lower seat, and the upper pad.

5. Remove the lower arm (A) mounting bolts (B) from the cross member (C).
 INSTALLATION
1. Pretighten the lower arm (A) mounting bolts (B) to the cross member.

2. Install the spring (A), the lower seat, and the upper pad.

3. Install the lower arm bolt (B) to the rear knuckle and the lower arm bolt (C) to the cross member with a specified
torque, while supporting the lower arm (A) with a jack as shown in the illustration.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

Bokt (B) : 120 ~ 160 (12 ~ 16, 86.8 ~ 115.7)
Bolt (C) : 200 ~ 270 (20 ~ 27, 144.7 ~ 195.3)
4. Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the rear hub (B).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when installing the rear wheel and tire (A).

INSPECTION
Rear lower arm
1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the center arm for bending or breakage.
3. Check the bolts for damage.

Spring
1. Check the spring for distortion, aging or damage.
2. Check the spring upper pad for aging or damage.
 Suspension System

Rear Suspension System - Rear Assist Arm

Suspension System
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COMPONENTS
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REMOVAL
1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub (B).

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).

3. Remove the brake caliper mounting bolts (A), and then place the brake caliper assembly (B) with wire as shown in
the illustration.

4. Remove the rear assist arm (A) ball joint self-locking nut (B) and the cotter pin.
5. Remove the rear assist arm ball joint (A) by using the special tool(09568-4A000).

6. Remove the rear assist arm (A) mounting nut (B) from the cross member.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the rear assist arm (A) mounting nut (B) to the cross member.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

90 ~ 120 (9 ~ 12, 65.1 ~ 86.8)
2. Install the rear assist arm (A) ball joint self-locking nut (B) and the cotter pin.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

160 ~ 180 (16 ~ 18, 115.7 ~ 130.2)

3. Install the brake caliper mounting bolts (A).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

50 ~ 60 (5.0 ~ 6.0, 36.2 ~ 43.4)

4. Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the rear hub (B).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)
 Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when installing the rear wheel and tire (A).

INSPECTION
1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the upper arm for bending or breakage.
3. Check the ball joint for rotating torque.
(1) If there is a crack in the dust cover, replace it and add grease.
(2) Move the stabilizer link ball joint stud several times in a circular motion.
(3) Mount the self-locking nut on the ball joint, and then measure the ball joint rotating torque.

Specified torque :
1 ~ 3 Nm (10 ~ 30 kgf.cm, 0.72 ~ 2.17 lb-ft)

Measure a torque by using the special tool(09532-11600) and torque wrench, at the range of 0.5-2 rpm
after moving the ball joint stud 10 times at room temperature.

(4) If the rotating torque exceeds the upper limit of standard value, replace the upper arm assembly.
(5) Even if the rotating torque is below the lower limit of the standard value, the ball joint may be reused unless it
has drag and excessive play.
 Suspension System

Trailing Arm

Suspension System
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COMPONENTS
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REMOVAL
1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub (B).

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).

3. Remove the wheel speed sensor wire's bracket bolt (A) from the body and the connector.

4. Remove the wheel speed sensor wire's bracket bolt (A) and the parking brake wire's bracket bolt (B).

5. Remove the trailing arm (A) mounting nuts (B) from the knuckle.
6. Remove the stabilizer link (B) nut (C) from the trailing arm (A).

7. Remove the trailing arm bracket (A) mounting bolts (B) from the body.

8. Remove the connecting bolt (B) between the trailing arm (A) and the bracket.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the connecting bolt (B) between the trailing arm (A) and the bracket.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

160 ~ 180 (16 ~ 18, 115.7 ~ 130.2)
2. Install the trailing arm bracket (A) mounting bolts (B) from the body.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

80 ~ 110 (8 ~ 11, 57.9 ~ 79.5)

3. Install the trailing arm (A) mounting nuts (B) from the knuckle.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

80 ~ 100 (8 ~ 10, 57.9 ~ 72.3)

4. Install the stabilizer link (B) nut (C) to the trailing arm (A).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

50 ~ 65 (5.0 ~ 6.5, 36.2 ~ 47.0)
5. Remove the wheel speed sensor wire's bracket bolt (A) and the parking brake wire's bracket bolt (B).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

7 ~ 11 (0.7 ~ 1.1, 5.1 ~ 8.0)

6. Install the wheel speed sensor wire's bracket bolt (A) from the body and the connector.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

7 ~ 11 (0.7 ~ 1.1, 5.1 ~ 8.0)

7. Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the rear hub (B).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)
 Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when installing the rear wheel and tire (A).

INSPECTION
1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the trailing arm for bending or breakage.
3. Check all the bolts for damage.
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Rear Suspension System - Rear Stabilizer

Bar

Suspension System
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COMPONENTS
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REMOVAL
1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub (B).

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).

3. Remove the left/right nuts (C) of the rear stabilizer links (B) from the trailing arm (A).

4. Remove the left/right mounting nuts (B) of the rear stabilizer bar brackets (A).

5. Remove the rear stabilizer link (A) nut (B) from the stabilizer bar assembly.
 INSTALLATION
1. Install the rear stabilizer link (A) nut (B) to the stabilizer bar assembly.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

50 ~ 65 (5.0 ~ 6.5, 36.2 ~ 47.0)

2. Install the bushing (B) on the stabilizer bar (A).

Bring clamp (C) of stabilizer bar (A) into contact with bushing (B).

3. One side bracket should be temporarily tightened, and then install the bushing on the opposite side.
4. Install the stabilizer bracket (A) bolt (B) to the cross member.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

39 ~ 60 (3.9 ~ 6.0, 28.2 ~ 43.4)
5. Install the stabilizer link (B) nut (C) to the trailing arm (A).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

50 ~ 65 (5.0 ~ 6.5, 36.2 ~ 47.0)

6. Repeat step 4 and 5 for the other side.

7. Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the rear hub (B).

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)

Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when installing the rear wheel and tire (A).

INSPECTION
1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the stabilizer bar for bending or breakage.
3. Check the ball joint for rotating torque.
(1) If there is a crack in the dust cover, replace it and add grease.
(2) Shake the stabilizer link ball joint stud several times.
(3) Mount the self-locking nut on the ball joint, and then measure the ball joint rotating torque.

Specified torque :
0.5 ~ 2.5 Nm (5 ~ 25 kgf.m, 3.62 ~ 1.81 lb-ft)

Measure torque using the special tool(09532-11600) and torque wrench at the range of 0.5 - 2 rpm after
moving the ball joint stud 10 times at room temperature.

(4) If the rotating torque exceeds the upper limit of standard value, replace the upper arm assembly.
(5) Even if the rotating torque is below the lower limit of the standard value, the ball joint may be reused unless it
has drag and excessive play.
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Tires/Wheels - Tires

Suspension System
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TIRE WEAR
1. Measure the tread depth of the tires.

Tread depth [limit] : 1.6 mm (0.063 in)

2. If the remaining tread(A) depth is less than the limit, replace the tire.

When the tread depth of the tires is less than 1.6 mm (0.063 in), the wear indicators(B) will appear.

TIRE ROTATION
Rotate the tires in the pattern illustrated.

CHECKING FOR PULL AND WANDER

If the steering pulls to one side, rotate the tires according to the following wheel rotation procedure.
1. Rotate the front right and front left tires, and perform a road test in order to confirm vehicle stability.
2. If the steering pulls to the opposite side, rotate the front and rear tires, and perform a road test again.

3. If the steering continues to pull to one side, rotate the front right and left tires again, and perform a road test.

4. If the steering continues to pull to the opposite side, replace the front wheels with new ones.
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT
When using commercially available computerized four wheel alignment equipment (caster, camber, toe) to inspect the
front wheel alignment, always position the car on a level surface with the front wheels facing straight ahead.
Prior to inspection, make sure that the front suspension and steering system are in normal operating condition and
that the wheels and tires face straight ahead and the tires are inflated to the specified pressure.

TOE
Toe is a measurement of how much the front of the wheels are turned in or out from the straight-ahead position.

Item Description
A-B<0 Positive (+) toe (toe in)
A-B>0 Negative (-) toe (toe out)

When the wheels are turned in toward the front of the vehicle, toe is positive (+) (toe in). When the wheels are turned
out toward the front of the vehicle, toe is negative(-) (toe out). Toe is measured in degrees, from side to side, and
totaled.

[FRONT]
Toe-in(B-A or angle a+b) is adjusted by turning the tie rod turnbuckles. Toe-in on the left front wheel can be reduced
by turning the tie rod toward the rear of the car. Toe- in change is adjusted by turning the tie rods for the right and left
heels simultaneously at the same amount as follows.

Standard value :
Toe-in
Total : 0°±0.2°
Individual : 0°±0.1°

• Toe-in adjustment should be made by turning the right and left tie rods at the same amount.
• When adjusting toe-in, loosen the outer bellows clip to prevent twisting the bellows.
• After the adjustment, tighten the tie rod end lock nuts firmly and reinstall the bellows clip.
• Adjust each toe-in to be the range of ±0.1°.

Tie rod(A) Specified torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

70 ~ 80 (7 ~ 8, 50.6 ~ 57.8)
Standard value :
Toe-in
Total : 0°±0.2°
Individual : 0°±0.1°
[REAR]

Standard value :
Toe-in
Total : 0.26°±0.2°
Individual : 0.17°±0.1°

Adjust the toe-in by turning the cambolt of the assist arm.

Left cambolt : Clockwise ! toe-in

Right cambolt : Clockwise ! toe-out
The variation of toe by a rotation of the cambolt :
About 0.3°
Standard value :
Toe-in
Total : 0.26°±0.2°
Individual : 0.17°±0.1°

• Each toe should be within ±0.1°.

If the difference between right and left is not within ±0.2°, repeat adjustment.
• After adjusting the cambolt, tighten the nut to the specified torque.

Specified torque
90 ~ 120 Nm (9 ~ 12 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 86.8 lb-ft)
Standard value :
Toe-in
Total : 0.26°±0.2°
Individual : 0.17°±0.1°
Left cambolt : Clockwise ! toe-in
Right cambolt : Clockwise ! toe-out
The variation of toe by a rotation of the cambolt :
About 0.3°

CAMBER
[FRONT]
Camber is the inward or outward tilting of the wheels at the top.

Item Description
A Positive camber angle
B True vertical

When the wheel tilts out at the top, then the camber is positive (+).
When the wheel tilts in at the top, then the camber is negative(-).

Standard value : 0°±0.5°

Difference between right and left angle is within 0.5°

Camber is pre-set at the factory and doesn't need to be adjusted. If the camber is not within the standard value,
replace the bent or damaged parts.

[REAR]

Standard value : 0.1°±0.5°

Difference between right and left angle is within 0.5°

Adjust the camber by turning the cambolt of the rear upper arm.

Left cambolt : Clockwise ! camber(-)

Right cambolt : Clockwise !camber(+)
The variation of camber by a rotation of the cambolt :
About 0.9°

CASTER
Caster is the tilting of the strut axis either forward or backward from vertical. A backward tilt is positive (+) and a
forward tilt is negative (-).
Caster is pre-set at the factory and doesn't need to be adjusted. If the caster is not within the standard value, replace
the bent or damaged parts.

Caster : 3.77°±0.5°

• The worn loose or damaged parts of the front suspension assembly must be replaced prior to measuring front
wheel alignment.
• Caster are pre-set to the specified value at the factory and don't need to be adjusted.
• If the caster are not within specifications, replace bent or damaged parts.
• The difference of left and right wheels about the the caster must be within the range of 0±0.5°.

WHEEL RUNOUT
1. Jack up the vehicle and support it with jack stands.
2. Measure the wheel runout with a dial indicator as illustrated.
3. Replace the wheel if the wheel runout exceeds the limit.

Limit Radial Axial

Steel 0.7(0.028) 1.1(0.043)
Runout mm(in)
Aluminium 0.3(0.012) 0.3(0.012)
 WHEEL NUT TIGHTENING
1. Tightening torque.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft) :

90 ~ 110 (9 ~11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)

When using an impact gun, final tightening torque should be checked using a torque wrench.

2. Tightening order.
Check the torque again after tightening the wheel nuts diagonally.