Hyundai Kona Quiz
Propeller Shaft and Axle (2WD-FF)

Front Hub / Steering Knuckle / Tone Wheel Repair Procedures

In this manual: Propeller Shaft and Axle (2WD-FF)
General Information — 17Engine Mechanical System — 85Engine Electrical System — 50Emission Control System — 26Engine Control System/Fuel System — 152DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) System — 50Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) System — 21Propeller Shaft and Axle (2WD-FF) — 28Suspension System (without ECS) — 32Steering — 21Restraints — 38Brake System — 64Body (Interior and Exterior) — 205Body Electrical System — 1Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 66
18steps
~113min
5/5difficulty
1special tools
04080120160200127.594N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Removal

  1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle and make sure it is securely supported.
  2. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub.

    Tightening torque: 107.9–128 N·m

  3. Remove the front brake caliper. (Refer to Brake System - "Front Disc Brake")
  4. Loosen the drive shaft seal nut (A).

    Tightening torque: 274.6 - 294 N·m

  5. Remove the tie rod end ball joint.
    1. Remove the cotter pin (C).
    2. Loosen the nut (B).
    3. Using the SST (09568-1S100), separate the ball joint (A) from the knuckle.

      Tightening torque: 23.5 - 34 N·m

  6. Loosen the lower arm nut (A) and remove the lower arm ball joint using the SST (09568-1S100).

    Tightening torque: 58.8–71 N·m

  7. Loosen the screw and remove the front disc (A).

    Tightening torque: 4.9–5.9 N·m

  8. Remove the driveshaft (A) from the front axle assembly (B).
  9. Remove the hub bearing (A) from the front steering knuckle.

    Tightening torque: 78.5–98 N·m

  10. Loosen the mounting bolts and remove the dust cover (A).

    Tightening torque: 3.9 ~ 5.9 N·m

  11. Loosen the bolt and remove the wheel speed sensor (A).

    Tightening torque: 7.8–11.8 N·m

  12. Loosen the strut mounting bolts and nut, then remove the steering knuckle assembly (A).

    Tightening torque: 156.9 - 176 N·m

Inspection

  1. Check the hub for cracks and worn splines.
  2. Check the brake disc for scratches and damage.
  3. Check the joint for cracks.
  4. Check the bearing for cracks or damage.

Installation

  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  2. Check the alignment. (Refer to Suspension System - "Alignment")

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