Hyundai Tucson: Driveshaft and axle / Rear Axle Assembly. Rear Hub - Carrier

Rear Hub - Carrier

1. Rear brake disc
2. Rear hub assembly
3. Dust cover
4. Rear carrier assembly

• 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 Suspension System - "Wheel")

3.Remove the rear brake caliper.(Refer to Brake System - "Rear Disc Brake")

4.Remove the rear brake disc (A) after loosening the screw.

Tightening torque :4.9 - 5.9 N.m (0.5 - 0.6 kgf.m, 3.6 - 4.3 lb-ft)

5.Disconnect the rear wheel speed sensor connector (A).

6.Remove the rear hub bearing & dust cover (A) after loosening the mounting bolts.

Tightening torque: 98.0 - 117.6 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.7 lb-ft)

7.Remove the rear upper arm from the rear carrier after loosening the mounting bolt and nut (A).

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

8.Remove the trailing arm after loosening the mounting nuts (A).

Tightening torque: 98.0 - 117.6 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.7 lb-ft)

9.Remove the rear assist arm after loosening the mounting bolt and nut (A).

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

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

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

11.Remove the rear knuckle (A).

• 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 Suspension System - "Wheel")

3.Remove the rear brake caliper.(Refer to Brake System - "Rear Disc Brake")

4.Remove the rear brake disc (A) after loosening the screw.

Tightening torque :4.9 - 5.9 N.m (0.5 - 0.6 kgf.m, 3.6 - 4.3 lb-ft)

5.Loosen the caulking nut (A) from the rear hub.

Tightening torque : 294.2 - 313.8 N.m (30.0 - 32.0 kgf.m, 217.0 - 231.5 lb-ft)

• The driveshaft lock nut (A) should be replaced with new ones.

• After installation driveshaft lock nut, stake the lock nut using a chisel and hammer as shown in the illustration below.

Caulking depth : 1.5 mm (0.591 in.)

6.Remove the rear hub assembly & dust cover (A) after loosening the mounting bolts.

Tightening torque: 98.0 - 117.6 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.7 lb-ft)

7.Remove the rear wheel speed sensor (A) after loosening the mounting bolt.

Tightening torque :8.8 - 13.7 N.m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb-ft)

8.Remove the rear upper arm from the rear carrier after loosening the mounting bolt and nut (A).

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

9.Remove the trailing arm after loosening the mounting nuts (A).

Tightening torque: 98.0 - 117.6 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.7 lb-ft)

10.Remove the rear assist arm after loosening the mounting bolt and nut (A).

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

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

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

12.Remove the rear carrier.

1.Check the hub for cracks and the splines for wear.

2.Check the rear axle carrier for cracks.

3.Replace only the sensor cap when the warning light turns on due to a defective sensor cap of the hub bearing.(Refer to Brake System - "Rear Wheel Speed Sensor")

1.To install, reverse the removal procedures.

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