Hyundai Elantra: Suspension System / Troubleshooting
Symptom
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Possible cause
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Remedy
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Hard steering
| Improper front wheel alignment
| Correct
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Excessive turning resistance of lower arm ball joint
| Replace
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Low tire pressure
| Adjust
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No power assist
| Repair and replace
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Poor return of steering wheel to center
| Improper front wheel alignment
| Correct
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Poor or rough ride
| Improper front wheel alignment
| Correct
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Malfunctioning shock absorber
| Repair or replace
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Broken or worn stabilizer
| Replace
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Broken or worn coil spring
| Replace
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Worn lower arm bushing
| Replace the lower arm assembly
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Abnormal tire wear
| Improper front wheel alignment
| Correct
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Improper tire pressure
| Adjust
|
Malfunctioning shock absorber
| Replace
|
Wandering
| Improper front wheel alignment
| Correct
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Poor turning resistance of lower arm ball joint
| Repair
|
Loose or worn lower arm bushing
| Retighten or replace
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Vehicle pulls to one side
| Improper front wheel alignment
| Correct
|
Excessive turning resistance of lower arm ball joint
| Replace
|
Broken or worn coil spring
| Replace
|
Bent lower arm
| Repair
|
Steering wheel shimmy
| Improper front wheel alignment
| Correct
|
Poor turning resistance of lower arm ball joint
| Replace
|
Broken or worn stabilizer
| Replace
|
Worn lower arm bushing
| Replace
|
Malfunctioning shock absorber
| Replace
|
Broken or worn coil spring
| Replace
|
Bottoming
| Broken or worn coil spring
| Replace
|
Malfunctioning shock absorber
| Replace
|
Wheel / tire noise, vibration and harshness concerns are directly related to vehicle speed and are not generally affected by acceleration, coasting or decelerating. Also, out-of-balance wheel and tires can vibrate at more than one speed. A vibration that is affected by the engine rpm, or is eliminated by placing the transmission in Neutral is not related to the tire and wheel. As a general rule, tire and wheel vibrations felt in the steering wheel are related to the front tire and wheel assemblies. Vibrations felt in the seat or floor are related to the rear tire and wheel assemblies. This can initially isolate a concern to the front or rear.
Careful attention must be paid to the tire and wheels. There are several symptoms that can be caused by damaged or worn tire and wheels. Perform a careful visual inspection of the tires and wheel assemblies. Spin the tires slowly and watch for signs of lateral or radial runout. Refer to the tire wear chart to determine the tire wear conditions and actions
Wheel and tire diagnosis
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Rapid wear at the center
| Rapid wear at both shoulders
| Wear at one shoulder
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| Center-tread down to fabric due to excessive over inflated tires |
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| Excessive toe on drive wheels |
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| Heavy acceleration on drive |
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| Worn suspension components |
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| Excessive cornering speeds |
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| Toe adjustment out of specification |
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| Camber out of specification |
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Partial wear
| Feathered edge
| Wear pattern
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| Caused by irregular burrs on brake drums |
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| Toe adjustment out of specification |
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| Damaged or worn tie rods |
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| Excessive toe on non-drive wheels |
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SpecificationsFront Suspension
Item
Specification
Suspension typeMacPherson StrutShock absorberTypeAdvanced Valve (RS Valve)Rear Suspension
Item
Specification
Suspension typeTorsion Beam AxleShock absorberTypeAdvanced Valve (RS Valve)Wheel & Tire
Item
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WARNING
Before installing your child restraint
system always:
Read and follow the instructions
provided by the manufacturer of the
child restraint.
Read and follow the instructions
regarding child restraint systems in
this manual.
Failure to follow all warnings and
instructions could increase the risk of
the SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH if an
accident occurs.
WARNING
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