Suspension

System
GENERAL REAR LOWER ARM
REAR ASSIST ARM
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM TRAILING ARM
FRONT STRUT ASSEMBLY REAR STABILIZER BAR
FRONT LOWER ARM
FRONT STABILIZER BAR TIRES/WHEELS
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT
REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT
SHOCK ABSORBER WHEEL
UPPER ARM TIRE
SS -2 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

GENERAL
SPECIFICATIONS E44E1D09

FRONT SUSPENSION

Items Specification
Suspension type Mcpherson strut
Type Gas pressurized
Shock absorber Stroke 173mm (6.81in.)
I.D. color Red
Free height 328.8mm (12.94in.)
A/T
I.D. color Blue
MPI
Free height 321.4mm (12.65in.)
Coil spring M/T
I.D. color Sky blue
Free height 337.9mm (13.30in.)
CRDI
I.D. color Brown

REAR SUSPENSION

Items Specification
Suspension type Multi-link
Type Gas pressurized
Shock absorber Stroke 176.1mm (6.93in.)
I.D. color Red
Free height 310.8mm (12.24in.)
CRDI
I.D. color Red-Yellow
Free height 310.8mm (12.24in.)
Coil spring 5-passanger
I.D. color Red-Yellow
MPI
Free height 315.0mm (12.40in.)
7-passanger
I.D. color Red-Green
GENERAL SS -3

WHEEL AND TIRE

Items Specification
205/65 R15
Tire 205/60 HR16
225/50 R17
6.0J × 15
Wheel 6.5J × 16
6.5J × 17
Front 2.2kg/cm² (32psi)
Tire pressure
Rear 2.2kg/cm² (32psi)

WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Items Front Rear

Toe 0±2mm(0±0.079in.) 2.2±2mm(0.087±0.079in.)
Camber angle -0.5 ±30′ -1 ±30′
To ground 4.74 ±30′ -
Caster angle
To body 4.91 -
King-pin offset 13.1 ±30′ -
SS -4 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

TIGHTENING TORQUE

FRONT SUSPENSION

Tightening torque
Item
Nm kgf.m lb-ft
Hub nuts 90 ~ 110 9.0 ~ 11.0 65 ~ 80
Strut assembly to wheel housing penal bolts 45 ~ 60 4.5 ~ 6.0 33 ~ 43
Strut assembly to knuckle bolts 140 ~ 160 14.0 ~ 16.0 101 ~ 116
Strut assembly self locking nut 70 ~ 95 7.0 ~ 9.5 51 ~ 69
Stabilizer link to strut assembly nut 100 ~ 120 10.0 ~12.0 72 ~ 87
Lower arm to sub-frame bolt 140 ~ 160 14.0 ~ 16.0 101 ~ 116

Lower arm to sub-frame bolt ＆ nut 100 ~ 120 10.0 ~ 12.0 72 ~ 87

Lower arm ball joint castle nut 80 ~ 90 8.0 ~ 9.0 58 ~ 65
Stabilizer bar to stabilizer link nut 100 ~ 120 10.0 ~ 12.0 72 ~ 87
Stabilizer bracket mounting bolts 45 ~ 55 4.5 ~ 5.5 33 ~ 40
Sub-frame to body bolts and nuts 160 ~ 180 16.0 ~ 18.0 116 ~ 130
Sub-frame stay mounting bolts and nuts 45 ~ 55 4.5 ~ 5.5 33 ~ 40

Front ＆ Rear roll stopper bolt ＆ nut 50 ~ 65 5.0 ~ 6.5 36 ~ 47

Lower arm ball joint to knuckle bolts 100 ~ 120 10.0 ~ 12.0 72 ~ 87
Tie rod end castle nut 24 ~ 34 2.4 ~ 3.4 17 ~ 25
Universal join to pinion of steering gear bolt 18 ~ 27 1.8 ~ 2.7 13 ~ 20
GENERAL SS -5

REAR SUSPENSION

Tightening torque
Item
Nm kgf.m lb-ft
Hub nuts 90 ~ 110 9.0 ~ 11.0 65 ~ 80
Shock absorber to wheel housing penal bolts 45 ~ 55 4.5 ~ 5.5 33 ~ 40

Shock absorber to carrier bolt ＆ nut 140 ~ 160 14.0 ~ 16.0 101 ~ 116
Shock absorber self locking nut 20 ~ 25 2.0 ~ 2.5 14 ~ 18

Upper arm to carrier bolt ＆ nut 110 ~ 130 11.0 ~ 13.0 80 ~ 94

Upper arm to cross member bolt 110 ~ 130 11.0 ~ 13.0 80 ~ 94

Lower arm to carrier bolt ＆ nut 140 ~ 160 14.0 ~ 16.0 101 ~ 116
Lower arm to cross member bolt 140 ~ 160 14.0 ~ 16.0 101 ~ 116

Assist arm to cross member cam bolt ＆ nut 80 ~ 100 8.0 ~ 10.0 58 ~ 72
Assist arm to carrier castle nut 45 ~ 55 4.5 ~ 5.5 33 ~ 40
Trailing arm to carrier bolts 45 ~ 55 4.5 ~ 5.5 33 ~ 40
Trailing arm to body bolts 140 ~ 160 14.0 ~ 16.0 101 ~ 116
Stabilizer link to trailing arm nut 45 ~ 55 4.5 ~ 5.5 33 ~ 40
Stabilizer bar to stabilizer link nut 45 ~ 55 4.5 ~ 5.5 33 ~ 40
Stabilizer bar bracket mounting bolts 45 ~ 55 4.5 ~ 5.5 33 ~ 40
SS -6 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS EFBFDD5F

Tool (Number and Name) Illustration Use

09546-26000 Compression of coli spring
Strut spring compressor

E4626000

09568-34000 Remover of ball joint

Ball joint puller

E6834000
GENERAL SS -7

TROUBLESHOOTING E68A13C9 listed below by filling them. It serves as a place to record

information as well as data from the testing to be carried
VEHICLE INSPECTION out. To begin a successful diagnosis, fill out the questions.

To assist the service advisor and the technician, check

the suspension and wheel/tire condition with the questions

WHEEL/TIRE CHECK :
Tire Pressure Check Yes/No
Balance Check Yes / No
Maximum Runout Allowed :
Wheel : Radial Lateral
Tire : Radial Lateral
Measured Runout :
Tire/Wheel Radial : LF LR RF RR
Lateral : LF LR RF RR
Wheel Only Radial : LF LR RF RR
Lateral : LF LR RF RR

SUSPENSION INSPECTION :
Concerns Shimmy Clunk Squeak Harshness
Suspension Bushing : Loose Worn Missing OK
Front stabilizer Rear stabilizer (sway bar) Rear trailing arm
Front lower arm Rear suspension front arm Rear suspension rear arm
Other

Suspension/Components : Loose Worn Missing OK

Ball Joint Shock absorbers F/R Springs F/R The rod ends/sleeve

SHDSS6502N
SS -8 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

SYMPTOM CHART

Symptom Suspect Area Remedy

Squeak or grunt-noise from the Front stabilizer bar Under these conditions, the
front suspension, occurs more noise is acceptable.
in cold ambient temperatures -
more noticeable over rough roads
or when turning
Clunk - noise from the front Loose front struts or shocks Inspect for loose nuts or bolts.
suspension, occurs in and out of turns Tighten to specifications.
Clunk - noise from the rear Loose rear suspension components Inspect for loose or damaged rear
suspension, occurs when shifting suspension components.
from reverse to drive Repair or install new components
as necessary.
Click or pop - noise from the front Worn or damaged ball joints Install new lower arm as necessary.
suspension - more noticeable over
rough roads or over bumps
Click or pop - noise occurs when Worn or damaged ball joints Install new lower arm as necessary.
vehicle is turning
Click or snap - occurs when Damaged or worn Birfield joint Repair or install a new Birfield
accelerating around a corner joint as necessary.
Refer to DS group - driveshaft.
Front suspension noise - A squeak, Steering components Go to detailed test A.
creak, or rattle noise - occurs mostly Loose or bent front struts or
over bumps or rough roads shock absorbers
Damaged spring or spring mounts
Damaged or worn arm bushings
Worn or damaged stabilizer bar
bushing or links
Groaning or grinding - noise from the Uneven seating surface between Repair or install a new parts
front strut, occurs when driving on the insulator and panel by the as necessary.
bumpy roads or turning the vehicle burrs around the strut insulator
mounting bolts and the insulator
bolts mounting holes
Rear suspension noise - a squeak, Loose or bent rear shock absorbers Go to detailed test B.
creak or rattle noise - occurs mostly Damaged spring or spring mounts
over bumps or rough roads Damaged or worn control arm
bushings
Shudder - occurs during acceleration Rear axle assembly mis-positioned Check the axle mounts and rear
from a slow speed or stop Damaged or worn front suspension suspension for damage or wear.
components Repair as necessary.
Check for a loose stabilizer bar,
damaged or loose strut/strut bush-
ings or loose or worn ball joints.
Inspect the steering link-
age for wear or damage.
Repair or Install new compo-
nents as necessary.
Shimmy - most noticeable on Excessive positive caster Check the caster alignment angle.
coast/deceleration - also hard Correct as necessary.
steering condition
GENERAL SS -9

Symptom Suspect Area Remedy

Tire noise - hum/moan at Abnormal wear patterns Spin the tire and Check for tire wear.
constant speeds Install a new tire as necessary.
Inspect for damaged/worn
suspension components.
Perform wheel alignment.
Tire noise - noise tone lowers as Out-of-balance tire Balance the tire and road test.
the vehicle speed is lowered Install a new tire as necessary.
Tire noise - ticking noise, change Nail puncture or stone in tire tread Inspect the tire.
with speed Repair or replace as necessary.
Wheel and tire - vibration and Damaged or worn tire Go to detailed test C.
noise concern is directly related to
vehicle speed and is not affected by
acceleration, coasting or decelerating
Tire wobble or shudder - occurs Damaged wheel bearings Spin the tire and check for abnormal
at lower speeds wheel bearing play or roughness.
Adjust or Install new wheel bearings
as necessary.
Refer to DS group - front/rear axle.
Damaged wheel Inspect the wheel for damage.
Install a new wheel as necessary.
Damaged or worn suspension Inspect the suspension
components components for wear or damage.
Repair as necessary.
Loosen wheel nuts Check the wheel nuts.
Tighten to specification.
Damaged or uneven tire wear Spin the tire and Check for
abnormal tire wear or damage.
Install a new tire as necessary.
Tire shimmy or shake - occurs Wheel/tire out of balance Check for wheel balance.
at lower speeds
Uneven tire wear Check for abnormal tire wear.
Install a new tire as necessary.
Excessive radial runout of wheel or tire Perform a radial runout test of
the wheel and tire.
Install a new tire as necessary.
Worn or damaged wheel studs Inspect the wheel studs and wheels.
or elongate stud holes Install new components as necessary.
Excessive lateral runout of the Perform a lateral runout test of
wheel or tire the wheel and tire.
Check the wheel, tire and hub.
Repair or Install new components
as necessary.
Foreign materal between the Clean the mounting surfaces of
brake disc and hub. the brake disc and hub.
Refer to DS group - front/rear axle.
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Symptom Suspect Area Remedy

High speed shake or shimmy - Excessive wheel hub runout Go to detailed test D.
occurs at high speeds Damaged or worn tires
Damaged or worn wheel bearings
Worn or damaged suspension
or steering linkage
Brake disc or drum imbalance
Drift left or right Tires Go to detailed test E.
Steering linkage
Alignment
Base brake system
Steering wheel Alignment Go to detailed test F.
Steering linkage
Front lower arm ball joint
Tracks incorrectly Rear suspension Go to detailed test G.
Caster
Rough ride Front strut and spring assembly Go to detailed test H.
Rear shock absorber and spring
assembly
Excessive noise Front or rear stabilizer bar Go to detailed test I.
components
Springs
Suspension components
Shock absorbers
Incorrect tire wear Tire or unbalanced wheels Go to detailed test J.
Tire inflation
Strut
Alignment
Vibration Wheel/tire Go to detailed test K.
Front wheel driveshaft(s)
Steering system
Strut and spring assembly
Spring and strut mounting
Front lower arm ball joint
Front lower arm mounting bolt bushing
Stabilizer bar bushings
Wheel hubs and bearing
Rear suspension arms and bushings
Vehicle leans Tire/wheel Inflate tires to specification.
Vehicle load Redistribute the load as necessary.
Suspension components Visually inspect the suspention
system.
Incorrect ride height Correct the ride height as necessary.
Poor steering returnability High knuckle rotating torque Go to detailed test E.
Alignment
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DETAILED TEST A : FRONT SUSPENSION NOISE

CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
A1 ROAD TEST THE VEHICLE
1. Test drive the vehicle.
2. During the road test, drive the vehicle over a rough road. Determine from which
area/component the noise is originating.

● Is there a squeak, creak or rattle noise ?

⇒ YES
Go to A2.

⇒ NO
The suspension system is OK. Conduct a diagnosis on other suspect systems.
A2 INSPECT THE STEERING SYSTEM
1. Check the steering system for wear or damage.
Perform a steering linkage test.
Inspect the tire wear pattern.

● Are the steering components worn or damaged ?

⇒ YES
Repair the steering system. Install new components as necessary.
Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Go to A3.
A3 FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER/STRUT CHECK
1. Check the front shock absorbers/strut mounts for loose bolts or nuts.
2. Check the front shock absorbers/struts for damage. Perform a shock absorber check.

● Are the front shock absorbers/struts loose or damaged ?

⇒ YES
Tighten to specifications if loose.
Install new front shock absorbers/struts if damaged. Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Go to A4.
A4 CHECK THE FRONT SPRINGS
Check the front spring and front spring mounts/brackets for wear or damage.

● Are the front springs or spring mounts/brackets worn or damaged ?

⇒ YES
Repair or Install new components as necessary. Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Go to A5.
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CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
A5 CHECK THE STABILIZER BAR
1. Check the stabilizer bar bushings and links for damage or wear.
2. Check the stabilizer bar for damage.
3. Check for loose or damaged stabilizer brackets.

● Are the stabilizer bar/track bar components loose, worn or damaged ?

⇒ YES
Repair or Install new components as necessary. Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Suspension system is OK. Conduct diagnosis on other suspect systems.

DETAILED TEST B : REAR SUSPENSION NOISE

CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
B1 ROAD TEST THE VEHICLE
1. Test drive the vehicle.
2. During the road test, drive the vehicle over a rough road. Determine from which
area/component the noise is originating.

● Is there a squeak, creak or rattle noise ?

⇒ YES
Go to B2.

⇒ NO
The suspension system is OK. Conduct a diagnosis on other suspect systems.
B2 REAR SHOCK ABSORBER/STRUT CHECK
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to GI group - lift support point.
2. Check the rear shock absorber/strut mounts for loose bolts or nuts.
3. Check the rear shock absorbers/strut for damage. Perform a shock absorber check.

● Are the rear shock absorbers/struts loose or damaged ?

⇒ YES
Tighten to specifications if loose.
Install new rear shock absorbers/struts if damaged. Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Go to B3.
B3 CHECK THE REAR SPRINGS
Check the rear springs and rear spring mounts/brackets for wear or damage.

● Are the rear springs or spring mounts/brackets worn or damaged ?

⇒ YES
Repair or Install new components as necessary. Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Go to B4.
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CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
B4 CHECK THE TRAILING ARMS
1. Inspect the trailing arm bushings for wear or damage. Check for loose trailing arm bolts.
2. Inspect for twisted or bent trailing arms.

● Are the trailing arms loose, damaged or worn ?

⇒ YES
Repair or Install new components as necessary. Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Suspension system is OK. Conduct diagnosis on other suspect systems.

DETAILED TEST C : WHEEL AND TIRE

CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
C1 ROAD TEST THE VEHICLE

NOTE
Wheel or tire vibrations felt in the steering wheel are most likely related to the front wheel or tire.
Vibration felt through the seat are most likely related to the rear wheel or tire. This may not always
be true, but it can help to isolate the problem to the front or rear of the vehicle.
Test drive the vehicle at different speed ranges.

During the road test, if the vibration can be eliminated by placing the vehicle in neutral or is
affected by the speed of the engine, the cause is not the wheels or tires.

● Is there a vibration and noise ?

⇒ YES
Go to C2.

⇒ NO
The wheel and tires are OK. Conduct a diagnosis on other suspect systems.
C2 CHECK THE FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS
Check the front wheel bearings.
Refer to Wheel Bearing Check (Refer to DS group - front axle).

● Are the wheel bearings OK ?

⇒ YES
Go to C3.

⇒ NO
Inspect the wheel bearings. Adjust or Repair as necessary. Test the system for normal operation.
SS -14 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
C3 INSPECT THE TIRES
1. Check the tires for missing weights.
2. Check the wheels for damage.
3. Inspect the tire wear pattern.

● Do the tires have an abnormal wear pattern ?

⇒ YES
Correct the condition that caused the abnormal wear. Install new tire(s).
Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Go to C4.
C4 TIRE ROTATION DIAGNOSIS
1. Spin the tires slowly and watch for signs of lateral runout.
2. Spin the tires slowly and watch for signs of radial runout.

● Are there signs of visual runout ?

⇒ YES
Go to C5.

⇒ NO
Check the wheel and tire balance.
Correct as necessary. Test the system for normal operation.
C5 RADIAL RUNOUT CHECK ON THE TIRE
Measure the radial runout of the wheel and tire assembly. A typical specification
for total radial runout is 1.15mm (0.059 inch).

● Is the radial runout within specifications ?

⇒ YES
Go to C8.

⇒ NO
Go to C6.
C6 RADIAL RUNOUT CHECK ON THE WHEEL
Measure the radial runout of the wheel. A typical specification for total radial runout
is [Alloy 0.3mm (0.012in.), steel 1.0mm (0.39in.)].

● Is the radial runout within specifications ?

⇒ YES
Install a new tire. Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Go to C7.
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CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
C7 CHECK THE HUB/BRAKE DISC OR DRUM PILOT RUNOUT OR BOLT CIRCLE RUNOUT
Measure the pilot or bolt circle runout. A typical specification for radial runout is :
● pilot runout - less than 0.15mm (0.006 inch.)
● bolt circle runout - less than 0.38 mm (0.015 inch.)

● Is the radial runout within specification ?

⇒ YES
Install a new wheel. Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Repair or Install new components as necessary.
C8 LATERAL RUNOUT CHECK ON THE TIRE
Measure the lateral runout of the wheel and tire assembly. A typical specification
for total lateral runout is 2.5mm (0.098 inch).

● Is the lateral runout within specifications ?

⇒ YES
Wheel and tires are OK. Conduct diagnosis on other suspect systems.

⇒ NO
Go to C9.
C9 LATERAL RUNOUT CHECK ON THE WHEEL
Measure the lateral runout of the wheel. A typical specification for total radial
runout is 1.2mm (0.047 inch.)

● Is the lateral runout within specifications ?

⇒ YES
Install a new tire. Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Go to C10.
C10 CHECK THE FLANGE FACE LATERAL RUNOUT
Measure the flange face lateral runout. A typical specification for lateral runout is :
● hub/brake disc - less than 0.13mm (0.005 inch)

● Is the lateral runout within specifications ?

⇒ YES
Install a new wheel. Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Repair or Install new components as necessary.
SS -16 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

DETAILED TEST D : HIGH SPEED SHAKE OR SHIMMY

CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
D1 CHECK FOR FRONT WHEEL BEARING ROUGHNESS
1. Raise and support the front end of the vehicle so that the front wheel and tire assemblies can spin.
Refer to GI group - lift support point.
2. Spin the front tires by hand.

● Do the wheel bearings feel rough ?

⇒ YES
Inspect the wheel bearings. Repair as necessary. Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Go to D2.
D2 CHECK THE END PLAY OF THE FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS
Check the end play of the front wheel bearings.

● Is the end play OK ?

⇒ YES
Go to D3.

⇒ NO
Adjust or Repair as necessary. Test the system for normal operation.
D3 MEASURE THE LATERAL RUNOUT AND THE RADIAL RUNOUT OF THE FRONT WHEELS ON THE VEHICLE
Measure the lateral runout and the radial runout of the front wheels on the vehicle. Go to detailed test C.

● Are the measurements within specifications ?

⇒ YES
Go to D4.

⇒ NO
Install new wheels as necessary and Balance the assembly. Test the system for normal operation.
D4 MEASURE THE LATERAL RUNOUT OF THE FRONT TIRES ON THE VEHICLE
Measure the lateral runout of the front tires on the vehicle. Go to detailed test C.

● Is the runout within specifications ?

⇒ YES
Go to D5.

⇒ NO
Install new tires as necessary and Balance the assembly. Test the system for normal operation.
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CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
D5 MEASURE THE RADIAL RUNOUT OF THE FRONT TIRES ON THE VEHICLE
Measure the radial runout of the front tires on the vehicle. Go to detailed test C.

● Is the runout within specifications ?

⇒ YES
Balance the front wheel and tire assemblies. If any tire cannot be balanced, Install
a new tire. Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Go to D6.
D6 MATCH MOUNT THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Mark the high runout location on the tire and also on the wheel. Break the assembly down and rotate
the tire 180 degrees (halfway around) on the wheel. Inflate the tire and measure the radial runout.

● Is the runout within specifications ?

⇒ YES
Balance the assembly. Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
If the high spot is not within 101.6mm (4 inches) of the first high spot on the tire, Go to D7.
D7 MEASURE THE WHEEL FLANGE RUNOUT
Dismount the tire and mount the wheel on a wheel balancer. Measure the runout
on both wheel flanges. Go to detailed test C

● Is the runout within specifications ?

⇒ YES
Locate and Mark the low spot on the wheel. Install the tire, matching the high spot
on the tire with the low spot on the wheel. Balance the assembly. Test the system for
normal operation. If the condition persists, Go to D8.

⇒ NO
Install a new wheel. Check the runout on the new wheel. If the new wheel is within limits, locate and
Mark the low spot. Install the tire, matching the high spot on the tire with the low spot on the wheel.
Balance the assembly. Test the system for normal operation. If the condition persists, Go to D8.
D8 CHECK FOR VIBRATION FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE
Spin the front wheel and tire assemblies with a wheel balancer while the vehicle is raised on
a hoist. Feel for vibration in the front fender or while seated in the vehicle.

● Is the vibration present ?

⇒ YES
Substitute known good wheel and tire assemblies as necessary.
Test the system for normal operation.

⇒ NO
Check the driveline components. Test the system for normal operation.
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DETAILED TEST E : DRIFT LEFT OR RIGHT

CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
E1 CHECK THE TIRES
Inspect the tires for excessive wear or damage.

● Are the tires excessively worn or damaged ?

⇒ YES
Install new tires.

⇒ NO
Go to E2.
E2 CHECK THE STEERING LINKAGE
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Check the steering components for indications of excessive wear or damage.
Refer to ST group - specification.

● Is there an indication of excessive wear or damage ?

⇒ YES
Repair or Install new components as necessary.

⇒ NO
Go to E3.
E3 CHECK THE VEHICLE ALIGNMENT
1. Place the vehicle on an alignment rack.
Check the vehicle alignmnt.

● Is the alignment within specification ?

⇒ YES
Go to E4.

⇒ NO
Adjust the alignment as necessary.
E4 BRAKE DRAG DIAGNOSIS
Apply the brakes while driving.

● Does drift or pull occur when the brakes are applied ?

⇒ YES
Refer to BR group - specification.

⇒ NO
If the steering wheel is in the center, the vehicle is OK.

If the steering wheel is off-center, Go to Detailed Test F.

GENERAL SS -19

DETAILED TEST F : STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER

CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
F1 CHECK THE CLEAR VISION
Place the vehicle on an alignment rack.

● Is the clear vision within specification ?

⇒ YES
Go to F2.

⇒ NO
Adjust the clear vision to specification.
F2 INSPECT THE STEERING COMPONENTS
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Inspect the steering components for excessive wear or damage.
Refer to ST group - specification.

● Are the steering components excessively worn or damaged ?

⇒ YES
Repair or Install new components as necessary.

⇒ NO
If it tracks corectly, vehicle is OK.

If it tracks incorrectly, Go to Detailed Test G.

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DETAILED TEST G : TRACKS INCORRECTLY

CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
G1 CHECK THE CASTER
Place the vehicle on an alignment rack.

● Is the caster within specification ?

⇒ YES
Go to G2.

⇒NO
Replace bent or damaged parts.
G2 CHECK THE REAR SUSPENSION
1. Measure the vehicle wheel base for LH and RH.
2. Compare the measurements.

● Are the measurements the same ?

⇒ YES
If the ride is smooth, vehicle is OK.

If the ride is rough, Go to Detailed TestH.

⇒ NO
Inspect the rear suspension components for wear or damage.
Repair or Install new components as necessary.

DETAILED TEST H : ROUGH RIDE

CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
H1 CHECK THE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER
1. Raise support the vehicle.
2. Inspect the front shock absorber for oil leaks or damage.

● Are the tires excessively worn or damaged ?

⇒ YES
Install new front shock absorbers.

⇒ NO
Go to H2.
H2 CHECK THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS
Inspect the rear shock absorbers for oil leaks or damage.

● Are the rear shock absorbers leaking ?

⇒ YES
Install new rear shock absorbers.

⇒ NO
The vehicle is OK. Go to TROUBLESHOOTING.
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DETAILED TEST I : EXCESSIVE NOISE

CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
I1 INSPECT THE SUSPENSION
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Inspect the shock absorber mounting bolts.

● Are the mounting bolts loose or broken ?

⇒ YES
Tighten or Install new shock absorber mounting bolts.

⇒ NO
Go to I2.
I2 INSPECT THE SPRING AND TORSION BARS
Inspect the springs and stabilizer bars for damage.

● Are the spring or stabilizer bars damaged ?

⇒ YES
Install new spring and/or stabilizer bars.

⇒ NO
Go to I3.
I3 INSPECT THE FRONT SUSPENSION
Inspect the front suspension components for excessive wear or damage.

● Are the front suspension components worn or damaged ?

⇒ YES
Install new front suspension components.

⇒ NO
The vehicle is OK. Go to TROUBLESHOOTING.
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DETAILED TEST J : INCORRECT TIRE WEAR

CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
J1 INSPECT THE TIRES
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Inspect the tires for uneven wear on the inner or outer shoulder.

● Is there uneven tire wear ?

⇒ YES
Align the vehicle. Install new tires if badly worn.

⇒ NO
Go to J2.
J2 UNEVEN TIRE WEAR
Inspect the tires for a feathering pattern.

● Do the tires have a feathering pattern ?

⇒ YES
Align the vehicle. Install new tires if badly worn.

⇒ NO
Go to J3.
J3 CHECK FOR CUPPED TIRE
Inspect the tires for cupping or dishing.

● Are the tires cupped or dished ?

⇒ YES
Balance and Rotate the tires.

⇒ NO
The vehicle is OK. Go to TROUBLESHOOTING.
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DETAILED TEST K : VIBRATION

CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
K1 ROAD TEST
Accelerate the vehicle to the speed at which the customer indicated the vibration occured.

● Is the vibration present ?

⇒ YES
Go to K2.

⇒ NO
The vehicle is OK. Go to TROUBLESHOOTING.
K2 INSPECT THE TIRES
1. Raise and support the vehicle with a frame contact hoist.
2. Inspect the tires for extreme wear or damage, cupping, or flat spots.

● Are the tires OK ?

⇒ YES
Go to K3.

⇒ NO
Check the suspension components for misalignment, abnormal wear, or damage
that may have contributed to the tire wear.
Correct the suspension concerns and Install new tires.
K3 INSPECT THE WHEEL BEARINGS
Spin the tires by hand to check for wheel bearing rougness.

● Is the front wheel bearing OK ?

⇒ YES
Go to K4.

⇒ NO
Install new front wheel bearings as necessary.
Refer to Ds group - front axle.
K4 TIRE/WHEEL BALANCE
Check the tire/wheel balance.

● Are the tires balanced ?

⇒ YES
Go to K5.

⇒ NO
Balance the tires and wheels as necessary.
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DETAILED TEST K : VIBRATION

K5 MEASURE THE RUNOUTS

For each wheel position measure, locate and mark the following items.
- High point of the tire/wheel assembly total radial runout
- High point of the wheel radial runout
- High point of the wheel lateral runout

● Are the runouts as specified ?

⇒ YES
Go to K7.

⇒ NO
Go to K6.
K6 SUBSTITUTE THE WHEELS AND TIRE
1. Substitute a known good set of wheels and tires.
2. Perform a road test.
3. If the vehicle still exhibits a shake or vibration, note the vehicle speed
and/or engine rpm which it occurs.

● Is the vibration felt ?

⇒ YES
Engine/transmission imbalance.
Refer to the specification of TR group, EM group, FL group and EC group.

⇒ NO
Install the original tire/wheel assemblies one by one, Road testing at each step until the
damaged tire(s)/wheel(s) as necessary. Test the system for normal operation.
GENERAL SS -25

Wheel /tire noise, vibration and harshness concerns are assemblies. This can initially isolate a concern to the front
directly related to vehicle speed and are not generally or rear.
affected by acceleration, coasting or decelerating. Also, Careful attention must be paid to the tire and wheels.
out-of-balance wheel and tires can vibrate at more than There are several symptoms that can be caused by
one speed. A vibration that is affected by the engine rpm, damaged or worn tire and wheels. Perform a careful
or is eliminated by placing the transmission in Neutral is visual inspection of the tires and wheel assemblies. Spin
not related to the tire and wheel. As a general rule, tire the tires slowly and watch for signs of lateral or radial
and wheel vibrations felt in the steering wheel are related runout. Refer to the tire wear chart to determine the tire
to the front tire and wheel assemblies. Vibrations felt in wear conditions and actions
the seat or floor are related to the rear tire and wheel

WHEEL AND TIRE DIAGNOSIS

Rapid wear at the center Rapid wear at both shoulders Wear at one shoulder

AHIE002A AHIE002B AHIE002C

• Center-tread down to fabric due • Under-inflated tires • Toe adjustment out of

to excessive over inflated tires • Worn suspension components specification
• Lack of rotation • Excessive cornering speeds • Camber out of specification
• Excessive toe on drive wheels • Lack of rotation • Damaged strut
• Heavy acceleration on drive • Damaged lower arm
Partial wear Feathered edge Wear pattern

AHIE002D AHIE002F AHIE002G

• Caused by irregular burrs • Toe adjustment out of • Excessive toe on non-drive

on brake drums specification wheels
• Damaged or worn tie rods • Lack of rotation
• Damaged knuckle
SS -26 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

FRONT SUSPENSION
SYSTEM
COMPONENTS EA4CC1A3

1
4

1. Front strut assembly 3. Front lower arm

2. Sub-frame 4. Front stabilizer bar

SUNSS6512L
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -27

FRONT STRUT ASSEMBLY

COMPONENTS E9E2EC79

1 70 ~ 95
(7.0 ~ 9.5, 51 ~ 69)

3 8

7 10

TORQUE : Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft)

1. Self locking nut 6. Dust cover
2. Insulator assembly 7. Bumper rubber
3. Strut bearing 8. Coil spring
4. Spring upper seat 9. Spring lower pad
5. Spring upper pad 10. Shock absorber

SUNSS6505L
SS -28 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

REMOVAL EDD1BAB5 4. Disconnect the front strut assembly (A) with the
knuckle by loosening the bolt ＆ nut.
1. Remove the front wheel ＆ tire.

CAUTION A
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when
removing the front wheel ＆ tire.

2. Remove the brake hose and the wheel speed sensor

bracket from the front strut assembly by loosening the
mounting bolts (A).

A
SUNSS6534D

5. Remove the front strut assembly from the wheel hous-

ing panel by loosening the mounting nuts (A).

SUNSS6303D

3. Disconnect the stabilizer link (A) with the front strut

assembly after loosening the nut.

SUNSS6305D

SUNST6020D
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -29

DISASSEMBLY ECD4AD51 4. Remove the spring upper seat (A) and pad (B).

1. Compress the coil spring with a SST (09546-26000).

Do not compress the spring more than necessary. A

09546-26000

SUNSS6310D

5. Remove the dust cover (A) and the bumper rubber (B).
SHDSS6507D

2. Loosen the self locking nut (A). A

A
B

SUNSS6011D

6. Remove the coli spring (A) and the spring lower pad
SUNSS6008D (B).

3. Remove the insulator assembly (A) and the strut bear-

ing (B).
A

A
B

SUNSS6013D

SUNSS6009D
SS -30 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

7. Remove the shock absorber (A) from the special tool. INSPECTION EAAF6FC6

1. Check the strut bearing for wear and damage.

2. Check the spring upper and lower seat for damage

and deterioration.

3. Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check

A that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound
during operation.

SUNSS6506L

AHJF101L
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -31

DISPOSAL E4F38014 REASSEMBLY E0ED6759

1. Fully extend the piston rod. 1. Install the front shock absorber to SST (09546-
26000).
2. Drill a hole on the (A) section to discharge gas from
the cylinder.

AHIE101K

CAUTION
SHDSS6502L
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 2. Install the spring lower pad (C) so that the protrusions
this task. (A) fit in the holes (B) in the spring lower seat.

SUNSS6500D

3. Put the coil spring (A) on the spring lower pad (B)
correctly as illustration below.

A
B

SUNSS6507L
SS -32 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

4. Clean the piston rod and then install the bumper rub- 7. Fully extend the piston rod and then install the strut
ber (B) and the dust cover (A) to piston rod. bearing (B) and the insulator (A).

A A
B

SUNSS6011D SUNSS6009D

5. Install the spring upper pad (B) and seat (A).

8. Tighten a new self locking nut (A) to the specified
torque.

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

70 ~ 95 (7.0 ~ 9.5, 51 ~ 69)
B

SUNSS6310D

CAUTION
When installing the coil spring, align the spring
end with the grooves of spring pad and seat cor-
rectly. SUNSS6008D

6. Compress the coil spring with the SST. 9. Remove the special service tool.
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -33

INSTALLATION EAF73FC7 3. Install the stabilizer link (A) to the front strut assembly
and then tighten the nut.
1. Install the front strut assembly to the wheel housing
panel by tightening the mounting nuts (A). Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
100 ~ 120 (10.0 ~ 12.0, 72 ~ 87)
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
45 ~ 60 (4.5 ~ 6.0, 33 ~ 43)

SUNST6020D

SUNSS6305D 4. Install the brake hose and wheel speed sensor

bracket to front strut assembly by tightening the
2. Connect the front strut assembly (A) with the knuckle mounting bolts (A).
by tightening the bolts ＆ nuts.

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

140 ~ 160 (14.0 ~ 16.0, 101 ~ 116)

SUNSS6303D

5. Install the front wheel ＆ tire.

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

SUNSS6534D
90 ~ 110 (9.0 ~ 11.0, 65 ~ 80)

CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when
installing the front wheel ＆ tire.
SS -34 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

FRONT LOWER ARM

COMPONENT LOCATION E1CE4FCA

140 ~ 160
(14.0 ~ 16.0, 101 ~ 116)

100 ~ 120
(10.0 ~ 12.0, 72 ~ 87)

TORQUE : Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft)

SUNSS6508L
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -35

REMOVAL EF38BE3A 4. Loosen the bolts and nut and then remove the lower
arm (A) from the sub-frame.
1. Remove the front wheel ＆ tire.

CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when
removing the front wheel ＆ tire.

2. Remove the split pin and the castle nut (A) from the
lower arm ball joint.

SUNSS6547D

SUNSS6314D

3. Separate the lower arm from the lower arm (A) ball
joint by using SST (09568-34000).

09568-34000

SUNSS6015D
SS -36 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

INSPECTION E5F14C9B INSTALLATION EF51DB8F

1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration. 1. Install the front lower arm to the sub-frame and then
tighten the bolts (A, B) and nut.
2. Check the lower arm for deformation.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft)
3. Check the all bolts and nuts Bolt (A): 140 ~ 160 (14.0 ~ 16.0, 101 ~ 116)
Bolt ＆ nut (B): 100 ~ 120 (10.0 ~12.0, 72 ~ 87)

A
B

SUNSS6509L

2. Connect the lower arm with the ball joint and then
install the castle nut (A) and the split pin.

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

80 ~ 90 (8.0 ~ 9.0, 58 ~ 65)

SUNSS6314D

3. Install the front wheel ＆ tire.

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

90 ~ 110 (9.0 ~ 11.0, 65 ~ 80)

CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when
installing the front wheel＆ tire.
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -37

FRONT STABILIZER BAR

COMPONENT LOCATION E1AC5968

100 ~ 120
1 (10.0 ~ 12.0, 72 ~ 87)
3

TORQUE : Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft)

1. Front stabilizer link 3. Mounting bracket
2. Front stabilizer bar 4. Bushing

SHDSS6504L
SS -38 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

REMOVAL E8EEBDFE [CRDI]

1. Remove the front wheel ＆ tire.

CAUTION
B
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when
removing the wheel ＆ tire.

2. Loosen the bolt (A) and then disconnect the universal

joint assembly (B) from the pinion of the steering gear
box.

SUNST6503L

B
5. Drain the power steering fluid by disconnecting the
return hose (A).

SUNST6011D

3. Disconnect the pressure tube (A) from the power

steering pump by loosening the eye bolt.

4. Loosen the pressure tube bracket bolt (B).

A
[MPI]
SUNSS6506D

6. Disconnect the stabilizer link (A) from the front strut

assembly by loosening the nut.

SUNST6504L
A

SUNST6020D
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -39

7. Remove the split pin and castle nut and then discon- 10. Remove the front and rear roll stopper bolts ＆ nuts
nect the tie-rod end (A) from the front knuckle by using (A, B).
SST (09568-34000).

09568
-34000
A
SUNST6023D

SUNST6021D

8. Disconnect the front lower arm with the knuckle by

loosening the mounting bolts (A). B

SUNST6024D

11. Remove the sub-frame (A) and sub-frame stay by

A
loosening the mounting bolts and nuts.
SUNST6510D

9. Remove the muffler rubber hanger (A).

A SUNSS6512D

SUNST6022D
SS -40 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

12. Remove the stabilizer bar from the sub-frame by loos- INSPECTION EBE357F1

ening the mounting bolts (A).

1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.

2. Check the front stabilizer bar for deformation.

3. Check the front stabilizer link ball joint for damage.

SUNSS6317D

13. Disconnect the stabilizer link (A) with the stabilizer bar
by loosening the nut.

SHDSS6002D

14. Remove the bushing (A) and the bracket (B) from the
stabilizer bar.

SHDSS6003D
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -41

INSTALLATION EB96FEFF 3. Install the stabilizer to the sub-frame by tightening the

bracket mounting bolts (A).
1. Install the bushing (A) and the bracket (B) to the sta-
bilizer bar. Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
45 ~ 55 (4.5 ~ 5.5, 33 ~ 40)
B

SHDSS6003D

SUNSS6317D
2. Connect the stabilizer link (A) with the stabilizer bar
by tightening the nut.
4. Install the sub-frame (A) and stay.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
100 ~ 120 (10.0 ~ 12.0, 72 ~ 87)
Sub-frame mounting bolts:
160 ~ 180 (16.0 ~ 18.0, 116 ~ 130)
Sub-frame stay mounting bolts:
45 ~ 55 (4.5 ~ 5.5, 33 ~ 40)

SHDSS6002D

SUNSS6512D
SS -42 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

5. Install the front and rear roll stopper through bolts (A, 7. Connect the lower arm with the knuckle by tightening
B) and then tighten the nuts. the mounting bolts (A).

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

50 ~ 65 (5.0 ~ 6.5, 36 ~ 47)

SUNST6510D

8. Connect the tie-rod end with the knuckle and then

install the castle nut and split pin.
SUNST6023D

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

24 ~ 34 (2.4 ~ 3.4, 17 ~ 25)
B

9. Connect the stabilizer link (A) with front strut assembly

and then tighten the nut.

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

100 ~ 120 (10.0 ~ 12.0, 72 ~ 87)

SUNST6024D

6. Install the muffler rubber hanger (A).

SUNST6020D

SUNST6022D
FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -43

10. Connect the power steering return hose (A). 13. Connect the universal joint assembly (B) with the pin-
ion of the steering gear box and then tighten the bolt
(A).

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

18 ~ 27 (1.8 ~ 2.7, 13 ~ 20)

SUNSS6506D

11. Connect the pressure tube (A) to the power steering

A
pump by tightening the eye bolt.

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

SUNST6011D
55 ~ 65 (5.5 ~ 6.5, 40 ~ 47)
14. Install the front wheel ＆ tire.
12. Tightening the pressure tube bracket bolt (B).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
[MPI] 90 ~ 110 (9.0 ~ 11.0, 65 ~ 80)

CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when
installing the wheel ＆ tire.

15. Bleed the power steering system. (Refer to ST group).

SUNST6504L

[CRDI]

SUNST6503L
SS -44 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

REAR SUSPENSION
SYSTEM
COMPONENTS E9B93DD1

4
2

1. Rear shock absorber 4. Rear stabilizer bar

2. Rear trailing arm 5. Rear lower arm
3. Rear upper arm 6. Rear assist arm
SUNSS6510L
REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -45

SHOCK ABSORBER

COMPONENTS EEB2B6CD

TORQUE : Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft)

1. Self locking nut 4. Bumper rubber
2. Bracket assembly 5. Shock absorber
3. Dust cover
SUNSS6511L
SS -46 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

REMOVAL EB4C4514 4. Remove the rear shock absorber (B) from the wheel
housing by loosening the mounting bolts (A).
1. Remove the rear wheel ＆ tire.

CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when
removing the rear wheel ＆ tire.

2. Support the lower portion of the rear lower arm (A)

with the jack.
B
A

SUNSS6021D

SUNSS6533D

3. Remove the bolt ＆ nut (B) holding the rear shock

absorber (A) to the carrier assembly.

SUNSS6537D
REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -47

INSPECTION E8CD3886 INSTALLATION EB5DC2BA

1. Check the rubber parts for wear and deterioration. 1. Install the rear shock absorber (B) to the wheel hous-
ing penal by tightening the bracket mounting bolts (A).
2. Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check
that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
during operation. 50 ~ 65 (5.0 ~ 6.5, 36 ~ 47)

B
A

KHRE112A
SUNSS6021D

DISPOSAL E1F61AE3 2. Connect the rear shock absorber (A) with the carrier
assembly and then tighten the bolt ＆ nut (B).
1. Fully extend the piston rod.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
2. Drill a hole on the (A) section to discharge gas from 140 ~ 160 (14.0 ~ 16.0, 101 ~ 116)
the cylinder.

A
KHRE112B

B
CAUTION
SUNSS6020D
The gas coming out is harmless, but be careful of
chips that may fly when drilling. Be sure to wear 3. Install the rear wheel ＆ tire.
safety goggles or eye protection when performing
this task. Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
90 ~ 110 (9.0 ~ 11.0, 65 ~ 80)

CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when
installing the rear wheel＆ tire.
SS -48 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

UPPER ARM

COMPONENT LOCATION E77FBD88

100 ~ 120
(10.0 ~ 12.0, 72 ~ 87)

100 ~ 120
(10.0 ~ 12.0, 72 ~ 87)

TORQUE : Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft)

SUNSS6500L
REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -49

REMOVAL EDCE67DF INSTALLATION EE305AE8

1. Remove the rear wheel ＆ tire. 1. Install the rear upper arm (C) between the rear cross
member and the carrier assembly and then tighten the
CAUTION mounting bolts and nut (A, B).
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft)
removing the rear wheel ＆ tire. 110 ~ 130 (11.0 ~ 13.0, 80 ~ 94)
2. Remove the rear upper arm (C) by loosening the
mounting bolts ＆ nut (A, B). CAUTION
Install the rear upper arm so that the letter "R" can
A C B
face the rear of vehicle.

A C B

SUNSS6022D

INSPECTION EB5F4EC2 SUNSS6022D

1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration. 2. Install the rear wheel ＆ tire.

2. Check the rear upper arm or damage and deforma- Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
tion. 90 ~ 110 (9.0 ~ 11.0, 65 ~ 80)

3. Check for all bolts and nut.

CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when
installing the rear wheel＆ tire.
SS -50 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

REAR LOWER ARM

COPONENT LOCATION E0C70CFC

140 ~ 160
(14.0 ~ 16.0, 101 ~ 116)

140 ~ 160
(14.0 ~ 16.0, 101 ~ 116)

TORQUE : Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft)

SUNSS6501L
REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -51

REMOVAL EE89BDDC INSPECTION EB0F5AFE

1. Remove the rear wheel ＆ tire. 1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.

CAUTION 2. Check the rear lower arm for deformation.

Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when 3. Check the coil spring and spring pad for deterioration
removing the rear wheel ＆ tire. and deformation.

2. Support the lower portion of the rear lower arm (A) 4. Check for all bolts and nut.
with a jack.

3. Temporarily loosen the bolt (B) holding the cross

member to the rear lower arm. Do not remove it.

4. Remove the bolt ＆ nut (C) holding the rear lower arm
to the carrier assembly.

B
A
C

SUNSS6516D

5. Lower the jack and then remove the coil spring (A)
and the spring pad.

6. Remove the rear lower arm (C) from the cross mem-
ber by removing the bolt (B) completely.

B
A

SUNSS6517D
SS -52 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

INSTALLATION E82404B1

1. Connect the rear lower arm (A) with the cross member
and then temporarily tighten the bolt (B).

SUNSS6532D

2. Install the coil spring (A) and support the lower portion
of the rear lower arm with a jack.

3. Adjust height of the jack to place the bolt (B) holding

rear lower arm and carrier assembly through the mat-
ing holes.

4. Tighten the bolt and nut (B, C) to the specified torque.

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

140 ~ 160 (14.0 ~ 16.0, 101 ~ 116)

SUNSS6518D

5. Install the rear wheel ＆ tire.

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

90 ~ 110 (9.0 ~ 11.0, 65 ~ 80)

CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when
installing the rear wheel＆ tire.
REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -53

REAR ASSIST ARM

COMPONENT LOCATION EF7A5CAC

100 ~ 120
(10.0 ~ 12.0, 72 ~ 87)

45 ~ 50
(4.5 ~ 5.5, 33 ~ 40)

TORQUE : Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft)

SUNSS6502L
SS -54 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

REMOVAL E23DE3DD INSPECTION EA226FC8

1. Remove the rear wheel ＆ tire. 1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.

CAUTION 2. Check the rear assist arm for deformation.

Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when 3. Check the ball joint for damage.
removing the wheel ＆ tire.
4. Check for the all bolts, nut, and washer.
2. Remove the cam bolt (A), split pin, and castle nut (B).
INSTALLATION EF4A15ED
A

1. Install the rear assist and the cam bolt (A) and then
B tighten the nut.

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

80 ~ 100 (8.0 ~ 10.0, 58 ~ 72)

2. Install the castle nut (B) and split pin to the rear assist
arm ball joint.

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

45 ~ 55 (4.5 ~ 5.5, 33 ~ 40)

SUNSS6538D
A
3. Disconnect the ball joint of the rear assist arm (A) with
the carrier assembly with the SST (09568-34000). B

SUNSS6538D

09568-34000 3. Install the rear wheel ＆ tire.

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

SUNSS6539D
90 ~ 110 (9.0 ~ 11.0, 65 ~ 80)

CAUTION
Be careful to damage to the hub bolts when in-
stalling the wheel ＆ tire.
REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -55

TRAILING ARM

COMPONENT LOCATION EDC90E3D

35 ~ 55
(3.5 ~ 5.5, 25 ~ 40)

140 ~ 160
(14.0 ~ 16.0, 101 ~ 116)

TORQUE : Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft)

SUNSS6503L
SS -56 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

REMOVAL E17BB4DA 4. Disconnect the rear stabilizer link (B) with the trailing
arm by loosening the nut (A).
1. Remove the rear wheel ＆ tire.

CAUTION A

Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when-

removing the rear wheel ＆ tire.

2. Disconnect the parking brake cable (A) with the rear B

brake assembly.

SUNSS6541D

5. Disconnect the trailing arm (B) with the carrier assem-

bly by loosening the mounting bolts (A).

SUNSS6540D

3. Remove the wheel speed sensor and parking brake A

cable bracket bolts (A, B).

SUNSS6542D

6. Remove the rear trailing arm (A) by loosening the

mounting bolt (B).

A
B
SUNSS6026D

B
SUNSS6548D
REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -57

INSPECTION EA226FC7 INSTALLATION E95EEFEB

1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration. 1. Install the rear trailing arm (A) to the body by tighten-
ing the mounting bolts (B).
2. Check the rear trailing arm for deformation.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m. lb-ft):
3. Check for all bolts and nuts. 140 ~ 160, (14.0 ~ 16.0, 101 ~ 116)

B
SUNSS6548D

2. Connect the trailing arm (B) with the carrier assembly

by tightening the mounting bolts (A).

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

140 ~ 160, (14.0 ~ 16.0, 101 ~ 116)

SUNSS6542D
SS -58 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

3. Connect the rear stabilizer link (B) with the trailing arm 5. Install the wheel speed sensor and parking brake ca-
and tighten the nut (A). ble bracket by tightening the mounting bolts (A, B).

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

45 ~ 55 (4.5 ~ 5.5, 33 ~ 40)

A
B
SUNSS6026D

6. Install the rear wheel ＆ tire.

SUNSS6541D
Tightening toque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
4. Connect the parking brake cable (A) with the rear 90 ~ 110 (9.0 ~ 11.0, 65 ~ 80)
brake assembly.
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when
installing the wheel ＆ tire.
A

SUNSS6540D
REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM SS -59

REAR STABILIZER BAR

COMPONENT LOCATION E62FB2B6

45 ~ 55
(4.5 ~ 5.5, 33 ~ 40)
1 4

3
2

TORQUE : Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft)

1. Rear stabilizer link 3. Bushing
2. Mounting bracket 4. Rear stabilizer bar
SUNSS6504L
SS -60 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

REMOVAL E5980E6F 4. Remove the mounting bracket (A) and bushing (B)
from the rear stabilizer bar.
1. Remove the rear wheel ＆ tire.
B
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when
removing the rear wheel ＆ tire.

2. Remove the stabilizer link (C) by loosening the nuts

(A, B).

A
C SHDSS6010D

B
INSPECTION E9D810B8

1. Check the rear stabilizer bar for deformation.

2. Check the rear stabilizer link ball joint for damage.

SUNSS6549D

3. Remove the rear stabilizer bar (B) from the cross

member by loosening the bracket mounting bolts (A).

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INSTALLATION E69D394B 3. Connect the rear stabilizer link (C) between the rear
stabilizer bar and the trailing arm and then tighten the
1. Install the mounting bracket (A) and bushing (B) to the nut (A, B).
rear stabilizer bar.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
B 45 ~ 55 (4.5 ~ 5.5, 33 ~ 40)

SHDSS6010D

2. Install the rear stabilizer bar (B) to the cross member

by tightening the bracket mounting bolts (A). SUNSS6549D

4. Install the rear wheel ＆ tire.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
45 ~ 55 (4.5 ~ 5.5, 33 ~ 40)
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
90 ~ 110 (9.0 ~ 11.0, 65 ~ 80)

CAUTION
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when
installing the rear wheel＆ tire.

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TIRES/WHEELS Tie rod

Turning
Toe
direction

FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT Decrease

Reward
LH (Toe in)
(Driver’s side) Increase
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT EF8B5E2F Forward
(Toe out)

CAUTION Increase
Reward
(Toe out)
When using a commercially available computer- RH
ized wheel alignment equipment to inspect the Decrease
Forward
front wheel alignment, always position the vehi- (Toe in)
cle on a level surface with the front wheels facing
straight ahead. A
Prior to inspection, make sure that the front sus-
pension and steering system are in normal oper-
ating condition and that the tires are inflated to
the specified pressure.

TOE

Front

AHIE107B

4. When completing the toe adjustment, install the bel-

B
lows clip and tighten the tie rod end lock nut to speci-
fied torque.
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Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):
B - A ＞ 0: Toe in (+) 50 ~ 55 (5.0 ~ 5.5, 36 ~ 40)
B - A ＜ 0: Toe out (-)
CAMBER AND CASTER
TOE ADJUSTMENT
Camber and Caster are pre-set at the factory, so they do
1. Loosen the tie rod end lock nut. not need to be adjusted. If the camber and caster are not
within the standard value, replace or repair the damaged
2. Remove the bellows clip to prevent the bellows from parts and then inspect again.
being twisted.
Camber angle: -0.5 ±30´
3. Adjust the toe by screwing or unscrewing the tie rod.
Toe adjustment should be made by turning the right
and left tie rods by the same amount. Caster angle
To ground: 4.74 ±30´
Toe: 0±2mm (0±0.079in.) To body: 4.91
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REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT TOE ADJUSTMENT

1. Loosen the nut holding the assist arm cam bolt (A).
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT E6BD58D1
2. Adjust rear toe by turning the rear assist arm cam bolt
CAUTION (A) clockwise or counter clockwise. Toe adjustment
should be made by turning the right and left cam bolt
When using a commercially available computer- by the same amount.
ized wheel alignment equipment to inspect the
rear wheel alignment, always position the vehicle Toe: 2.2±2mm (0.087±0.079in.)
on a level surface.
Prior to inspection, make sure that the rear sus-
pension system is in normal operating condition Turning
Cam bolt Toe
and that the tires are inflated to the specified pres- direction
sure. Decrease
Clockwise
LH (Toe in)
TOE
(Driver’s side) Counter Increase
A clockwise (Toe out)
Increase
Clockwise
(Toe out)
RH
Front Counter Decrease
clockwise (Toe in)

B A

SHDSS6512L

B - A ＞ 0: Toe in (+)
B - A ＜ 0: Toe out (-)

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3. When completing the toe adjustment, tighten the nut

to specified torque.

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

100 ~ 120 (10.0 ~ 12.0, 72 ~ 87)

CAMBER

Camber is pre-set at the factory, so it does not need to be

adjusted. If the camber is not within the standard value, re-
place or repair the damaged parts and then inspect again.

Camber: -1 ±30´
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WHEEL 3. If measured value exceeds the standard value, re-

place the wheel.

HUB NUT TIGHTENING SEQUENCE ED8D10C0

Tighten the hub nuts as follows.

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

90 ~ 110 (9.0 ~ 11.0, 65 ~ 80)

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

RUN OUT INSPECTION

1. Jack up the vehicle. KHRE402A

2. Measure the wheel Run-out by using a dial indicator

as illustration below.

Run-out Aluminum Steel

Radial mm(in) Below 0.3(0.012) Below 1.0(0.039)
Axial mm(in) Below 0.3(0.012) Below 0.6(0.024)
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TIRE TIRE ROTATION

Rotate the tires in the pattern illustrated.

TIRE WEAR E8B456EC

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.

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

KHRE405A

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

F R

F R

EHRF405B

4. If the steering continues to pull to the opposite side,

replace the front wheels with new ones.

EHRF405B

2. If the steering pulls to the opposite side, rotate the

front and rear tires, and perform a road test again.

F R

F R

EHRF405E

EHRF405C