Hyundai Elantra (CN7): Suspension System

Removal[Rear disc brake type]1.Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.2.Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from the rear hub.

Troubleshooting Symptom Possible cause Remedy Hard steeringImproper front wheel alignmentCorrectExcessive turning resistance of lower arm ball jointReplaceLow tire pressureAdjustNo power assistRepair and replacePoor return of steering wheel to centerImproper front wheel alignmentCorrectPoor or rough rideImproper front wheel alignmentCorrectMalfunctioning shock absorberRepair or replaceBroken or worn stabilizerReplaceBroken or worn coil springReplaceWorn lower arm bushingReplace the lower arm assemblyAbnormal tire wearImproper front wheel alignmentCorrectImproper tire pressureAdjustMalfunctioning shock absorberReplaceWanderingImproper front wheel alignmentCorrectPoor turning resistance of lower arm ball jointRepairLoose or worn lower arm bushingRetighten or replaceVehicle pulls to one sideImproper front wheel alignmentCorrectExcessive turning resistance of lower arm ball jointReplaceBroken or worn coil springReplaceBent lower armRepairSteering wheel shimmyImproper front wheel alignmentCorrectPoor turning resistance of lower arm ball jointReplaceBroken or worn stabilizerReplaceWorn lower arm bushingReplaceMalfunctioning shock absorberReplaceBroken or worn coil springReplaceBottomingBroken or worn coil springReplaceMalfunctioning shock absorberReplaceWheel / tire noise, vibration and harshness concerns are directly related to vehicle speed and are not generally affected by acceleration, coasting or decelerating.