Hyundai Santa Cruz: Rear Suspension System / Rear Lower Arm

- Removal

• When lifting a vehicle using a lift, be careful not to damage the lower parts of the vehicle (floor under cover, fuel filter, fuel tank, canister).(Refer to General Information - "Lift and Support Points")

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

2.Remove the rear wheel and tire.(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel")

3.Remove the rear lower arm from the rear axle after loosening the mounting bolts and nuts (A).

Tightening torque : 156.9 - 176.5 N.m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf.m,  115.7 - 130.2 lb-ft)

• Set up the transmission jack under the lower arm in order to remove it in no-load condition.

4.Remove the stabilizer bar link from the rear lower arm after loosening the mounting nut (A).

Tightening torque :78.0 - 98.0 N.m (8.0 - 10.0 kgf.m,  57.8 - 72.3 lb-ft)

5.Remove the coil spring (A).

6.Remove the rear lower arm (A) after loosening the mounting bolt and nut.

Tightening torque :137.2 - 156.9 N.m (14.0 - 16.0 kgf.m,  101.2 - 115.7 lb-ft)

1.Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.

2.Check the rear lower arm for deformation.

3.Check the coil spring and spring pad for deterioration and deformation.

4.Check for all bolts and nut.

1.To install, reverse the removal procedures.

2.Check the alignment.(Refer to Suspension System - "Alignment")