2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Base Engine Owner’s Manual
- June 17, 2024
- HYUNDAI
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YMMS: 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Base
Engine: 2.4L Eng
VIN: KM8SB12B83U438832
Sep 11, 2023
License:
Odometer:
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Base Engine
REMOVAL, DISASSEMBLY, REASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION > AXLE SHAFTS > REMOVAL
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Remove the aluminum wheel cover using a flat-blade screwdriver.
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Raise the vehicle and remove the wheel.
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Remove the split pin and axle shaft nut. See Fig 1 .
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Drain the transaxle oil.
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Detach the wheel speed sensor cable from the bracket (for vehicles equipped with ABS).
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Detach the brake hose cable from the bracket. See Fig 2 .
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Remove two flange bolts and detach the knuckle from the strut. See Fig 3 .
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Separate the axle shaft from the axle hub by tapping it lightly with a plastic hammer. See Fig 4 .
NOTE: It may be necessary to separate the lower arm from the knuckle in order to remove the axle shaft from the knuckle. -
Drive off the axle shaft from the transaxle or transfer inner shaft using a hammer and brass bar. See Fig 5 .
CAUTION:
- Use a pry bar so you do not damage the joint.
- If you pull the axle shaft by excessive force, components inside the joint kit can be displaced causing the boot to be torn and the bearing to be damaged.
- Plug the transaxle case opening with an oil seal cap in order to avoid contamination.
- Support the axle shaft properly.
- Replace the retainer ring each time the axle shaft is removed from the transaxle case.
- While loosening the axle shaft nut, do not allow vehicle weight to be concentrated on the wheel bearing. If the vehicle moves, hold the wheel bearing using the special tool. See Fig 6 .
Fig 1: Removing Split Pin & Axle Shaft Nut
Fig 2: Removing Brake Hose Cable From Bracket
Fig 3: Removing Knuckle From Strut
Fig 4: Separating Axle Shaft From Axle Hub
Fig 5: Removing Axle Shaft From Transaxle
Fig 6: Identifying Special Tool (Part # 09517-21500)
Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.