🔧 Tucson - Shock Absorber Replacement (Front/Rear Clarification)

On your Tucson, the rear uses separate shock absorbers, but the front uses a strut assembly (a shock + spring together). The steps, tools, and torque specs are different, so I need one quick detail to give you the exact, OEM-correct procedure.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate | Estimated Time: 1.5-4.0 hours

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• ⚠️ Never work under a vehicle supported only by a jack—use jack stands.
• ⚠️ If you’re doing front struts, the coil spring is under high tension—use a coil spring compressor correctly, or replace complete strut assemblies.
• ⚠️ Keep hands clear of pinch points when lowering/raising the suspension.
• ⚠️ A wheel alignment is typically required after front strut work.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• Floor jack (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Jack stands (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Wheel chocks
• Lug wrench or 21mm socket
• Safety glasses
• Mechanic gloves

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Shock absorber(s) or strut assembly(ies) - Qty: 2
• Upper mount / mount bearing (if worn) - Qty: 2
• Bump stop & dust boot kit (if worn) - Qty: 2

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📋 Before You Begin

• Park on level ground, shift to Park, and set the parking brake.
• Chock the wheels that stay on the ground with wheel chocks.
• Loosen lug nuts 1/2 turn using a lug wrench or 21mm socket before lifting.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Confirm which “shocks” you’re replacing

• Reply with just one: Front, Rear, or All four.
• Also tell me if you’re installing complete front strut assemblies (pre-assembled) or reusing your springs (requires a spring compressor).

Step 2: I’ll send the exact Tucson procedure

• Once you confirm, I’ll provide the full OEM-correct steps with the complete tool list, parts list, and all torque specs for your Tucson.

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✅ After Repair

• If you did front struts, plan on getting a 4-wheel alignment.
• Test drive slowly first, listening for clunks or rattles.
• Recheck lug nut tightness after a short drive.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $450-$1,400 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: $180-$900 (parts only)

You Save: $270-$500 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run $100-$150/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 1.5-4.0 hours.

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🎯 Ready to get started?

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