Hyundai Genesis: Rear Suspension System / Rear Shock Absorber Repair procedures
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Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported. |
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Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the rear hub.
Tightening torque:
88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft)
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Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire. |
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3. |
Support the lower portion of the rear axle with a jack securely. |
4. |
Loosen the bolt & nut and then separate the rear shock absorber.
Tightening torque:
137.3 ~ 156.9N.m (14.0 ~ 16.0kgf.m, 101.3 ~ 115.7lb-ft)
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Must be use a jack for safety. |
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5. |
Disconnect solenoid ESC & wheel speed sensor connector
and then remove the wheel speed sensor bracket by loosening the bolt. 
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6. |
Loosen the bracket bolt (A) to disconnect the rear shock absorber from the wheel housing panel.
Tightening torque :
49.0 ~ 63.7N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 47.0lb-ft)
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7. |
Installation is in the reverse order of removal. |
8. |
Check the alignment.
(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Alignment")
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When moving the rear damper assembly, do not clutch the sole valve or cable. |
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Be careful not to damage the ECS damper assembly connector made of fragile plastic. |
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The damaged ECS damper cable may cause malfunction in the
system. Be careful not to damage the ECS damper cable with sharp
materials. |
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1. |
Repeatedly pump the piston rod (A) to check it for abnormal resistance or noises. |
2. |
If the piston rod does not move smoothly or creates abnormal noise when moving, replace the shock absorber assembly. |
3. |
To dispose of a shock absorber, fully extend the piston rod and drill a hole in the rear section (B) to release the gas.
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 this task. |

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Components
1. Insulator cap2. Lock nuts3. Insulator assembly4. Dust cover5. Bumper stopper6. Shock absorber
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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 rear hub.
Tightening torque:
88.3 ~ 10 ...
Other information:
Removal
Take care not to scratch the crash pad and related parts.
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the crash pad side garnish assembly.
(Refer to Body - "Crash pad side garnish assembly")
In case of working on the non ...
WARNING
Tire failure may cause loss of
vehicle control resulting in an
accident. To reduce risk of
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH,
take the following precautions:
Inspect your tires monthly for
proper inflation as well as
wear and damage.
The recommended cold tire
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