2003 Hyundai Santa Fe front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose


At the brake caliper	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m


Brake line	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	16.23–23.6 lbf⋅ft16.23–23.6 lbf⋅ft22–32 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	59–73.76 lbf⋅ft59–73.76 lbf⋅ft80–100 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Lower steering column joint	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m
Steering column joint upper	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Steering gear	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m
Steering wheel	25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft25.81–33.19 lbf⋅ft35–45 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle	17.7–25.08 lbf⋅ft17.7–25.08 lbf⋅ft24–34 N⋅m
Track rod end on track rod	36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft36.88–40.57 lbf⋅ft50–55 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft44.25–51.63 lbf⋅ft60–70 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	33.19–44.25 lbf⋅ft33.19–44.25 lbf⋅ft45–60 N⋅m
On stub axle	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension


Front axle drive shaft	147.51–191.77 lbf⋅ft147.51–191.77 lbf⋅ft200–260 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
Transverse control arm	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m
Wheel hub wheel bearing	147.51–191.77 lbf⋅ft147.51–191.77 lbf⋅ft200–260 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Hyundai warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe First generation Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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