2008 Hyundai Tucson front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Brake hose	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	47.94–55.32 lbf⋅ft47.94–55.32 lbf⋅ft65–75 N⋅m
Front axle brake disc	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_moreSteering gear


Hyundai diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters D4EA 111 HP at 4000 RPM, 255 N⋅m at 2000 RPM	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
Hyundai gasoline V6 2.7 Liters G6BA-G 173 HP	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
All other modifications	44.25–59 lbf⋅ft44.25–59 lbf⋅ft60–80 N⋅m


Track rod end on stub axle	33.19–44.25 lbf⋅ft33.19–44.25 lbf⋅ft45–60 N⋅m
Track rod end on track rod	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


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

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	33.19–44.25 lbf⋅ft33.19–44.25 lbf⋅ft45–60 N⋅m
On stub axle	103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft140–160 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft


Central nuts	147.51–206.52 lbf⋅ft147.51–206.52 lbf⋅ft200–280 N⋅m


Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe	36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft36.88–47.94 lbf⋅ft50–65 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 N⋅m
Support joint at the transverse control arm	59–66.38 lbf⋅ft59–66.38 lbf⋅ft80–90 N⋅m

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


Front	103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft103.26–118.01 lbf⋅ft140–160 N⋅m
Rear	73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft73.76–88.51 lbf⋅ft100–120 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 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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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