SERVICE MANUAL
  Applies to: Hyundai Coupe/Tiburon 1998-2001
GROUP
Suspension System Rear Suspension System
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COMPONENTS 
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INSPECTION 
  1. Check the rubber parts for damage.

  1. Check the coil springs for damage or deterioration.

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REMOVAL 
  1. Remove the rear strut upper mounting nut.

  1. Raise the vehicle and position the jack stands.

  1. Remove the wheel and tire.

  1. Disconnect the ABS wheel sensor wiring from the strut assembly.

  1. Remove the stabilizer link mounting nut from the strut assembly.

  1. While supporting the rear suspension assembly with a transaxle jack, loosen the strut assembly mounting bolts from the knuckle.

  1. Remove the strut assembly.

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COMPONENTS 
DISASSEMBLY
  1. Before removing the piston rod tightening nut, compress the coil spring using special tool.

    CAUTION
    Do not use an air tool to tighten the bolt of the special tool.
  1. While holding the piston rod, remove the piston rod tightening nut.

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ASSEMBLY 
  1. Compress the coil spring using the special tool and insert it in the rear strut.

  1. Align the edge of the coil spring to the position of the rear strut spring seat as shown.

    NOTE
    When replacing a coil spring, be sure to use a spring having the appropriate identification mark.
  1. With the position of the bracket assembly as shown in the illustration, tighten the tightening nut according to the specified torque.