Many car owners are interested in the question of what is the rear suspension of the Hyundai Solaris
?
To know the answer to this question, you need to understand the design features of this element of the car. This issue will be discussed in detail in today's article. After carefully studying the material presented, you will be able to disassemble the rear suspension of the Solaris,
without the help of qualified mechanics.
Components
The rear suspension ensures smooth movement of the car, simultaneously leveling out unevenness in the road surface. In fact, the front suspension design is more complex than the rear suspension. It will be useful for a novice car enthusiast to have an understanding of the structure and operating principle of this mechanical element.
Solaris rear suspension
comprises:
- Beams, which are the main element;
- Lever fastening element;
- Shock absorber;
- Spring element;
- Lever;
- Hub unit;
- Pads on the bottom and top of the spring;
- Buffer washers.
Solaris rear suspension
semi-independent spring type. Its design includes a reinforced beam and shock absorbers. The levers are equipped with edges on which the wheel axles and support clamps are located. In the front part, the levers are equipped with welded bushings, where there are silent blocks connecting the beam and the body. Springs act as elastic elements.
Choice
The first shock absorbers were produced as the softest L - 000, the second with the designation L - 001 at the end of the part number (appeared after 2012), began to be designated with a yellow mark, they became 10% stiffer in compression. The third version of shock absorbers (front and rear) began to be designated with a green mark. They have become even stiffer both in rebound and compression. The last change occurred in 2014, where “reinforced” front springs and struts were installed.
At the factory, the Hyundai Solaris is equipped with shock absorbers from the Korean company Mando; they are sealed, resistant to temperature changes, and in addition, they provide a relatively low spread between the rebound and compression forces.
Spring
In the rear suspension of Solaris
The spring is supported by special gaskets made of high-quality rubber.
In the Solaris rear suspension,
the lower coil has a smaller diameter in contrast to the upper one.
Springs differ in classification, which is determined by stiffness indicators. To define a class, constructors color elements in different colors. Each side uses springs of the same class and model. When replacing springs, you cannot install elements that differ from the class of previously installed parts. The function of a limiter during compression is performed by buffers installed in the center of the upper support element.
The shock absorbers are equipped with special eyes at the bottom and top. They contain metal or rubber hinges. In the inner part of the hinge there is a bushing with a passing bolt, like a fastening element between the body and the shock absorber. The front suspension of the Hyundai Solaris has bearings located in the hub unit. This unit does not require regular lubrication, and if it breaks, it must be replaced.
The rear axle wheels have a fixed position and do not allow for adjustment. They can be checked using special equipment to identify discrepancies with the norm. If, after checking, discrepancies with the initial values are revealed, then it is necessary to diagnose these parts.
What to replace old shock absorbers with
This section contains manufacturers of shock absorbers that can be recommended for use on your car. Despite the variety of offers, there are few quality manufacturers.
Let's start with the MANDO company. More precisely, from the misconception that when buying shock absorbers from this company, we are buying the original in a different package. Please note that the packaging says MANDO+ and not just MANDO. This suggests that they are intended for the aftermarket, and not for the assembly line. Such shock absorbers have a shorter lifespan than the original.
Shock absorbers MANDO EX553004L002
The next option is real original shock absorbers from Hyundai Accent. The same Solaris only for other markets. They have their own article number 553001R000 and completely identical dimensions. They performed well in our conditions, although there were concerns that there would be problems in winter.
Shock absorbers HYUNDAI 553001R000
Another good option: Monroe shocks. They say there are fakes, but in practice we have not encountered them.
Shock absorbers MONROE G2223
But with kayaba you can run into counterfeit goods. These last for 15-30 thousand km, after which they lose their characteristics and often knock.
There are no problems with the real Kayaba. They go and go, although they are also inferior to the original in terms of resource. There is also an option from some Opel, unfortunately I don’t remember the number, but sometimes people come with these. If you are offered them somewhere, it is better to refuse. As far as I understand, they were selected before the appearance of shock absorbers specifically for Solaris. They stand up from the Opel, but the shock absorber itself is 5cm higher. On a fully loaded car, there is a shock on large bumps.
Shock absorbers KYB 349098
Suspension
Most car enthusiasts independently modify the rear suspension of the Solaris.
Such an event involves the use of high-quality parts. In some cases, car owners install reinforced springs, which is quite justified based on the unsatisfactory quality of the road surface in the Russian regions.
Improvement of the Solaris rear suspension
It only makes sense to do it when necessary.
Such cases include constant operation of the vehicle on poor road surfaces or in off-road conditions. Unreasonable strengthening of the Solaris rear suspension
usually leads to unnecessary financial costs; spending money in this case is pointless and ineffective.
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A few words about the problems
A lot has been said about the shortcomings in the design of the rear suspension of this car for a long time. The manufacturer assures that in the latest models all the wishes of the owners have been taken into account and corrected, but models of earlier releases need changes. The most complaints come from owners about the car's yaw when driving at speeds from 80 km/h to 140 km/h. As experts have found out, the reason for this is the poor design of the rear shock absorbers.
We all understand perfectly well that there is no such thing as an absolutely ideal car, but we want to have a car with as few shortcomings as possible. After a certain period of operation, the wheel bearings become weak and the steering rack of the car begins to make unpleasant sounds. Because of this, the steering wheel begins to beat, and the steering tips quickly become unusable. In order to somehow get rid of this, its elements are being improved.
Finally
We will not dwell on the issue that only high-quality spare parts should be used. In some cases, especially on cars with high mileage, the quality of the parts used alone increases the controllability, stability and other characteristics of the car. Fans of traveling at high speeds install a stabilizer bar on the rear axle, which, after minor modifications, is used from domestic cars with front-wheel drive VAZ 2108.
As can be seen from our story, there are opportunities for improving this car model. We tried to tell everyone how the Hyundai Solaris suspension is modernized. Assess your technical and financial capabilities for such work and only then get to work.
Additional Information
Based on the data provided, one can guess that dismantling and installing individual suspension parts in a Hyundai should not cause difficulties. The main thing is to have the proper equipment.
Today, many craftsmen are engaged in refining the suspension
. Such work involves installing new parts of higher quality. They often install reinforced springs, based on the fact that domestic roads cannot boast of high quality.
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Carry out all checks and work from below the car, mounted on a lift or inspection ditch (with the rear wheels hanging).
Find out if there are any cracks or traces of contact with road obstacles or the body on the suspension parts, or deformation of the rear body parts in the places where the suspension units and parts are attached.
Check the condition of rubber-metal hinges (silent blocks), suspension springs and shock absorbers.
Rubber-metal hinges and rubber parts must be replaced in case of ruptures and one-sided bulging of rubber, as well as when their end surfaces are trimmed.
Suspensions on rubber parts are not allowed:
- signs of rubber aging;
- mechanical damage.
The following are not allowed on rubber-metal hinges:
- signs of aging, cracks;
- one-sided bulging of the rubber mass.
Replace defective parts.
Check for mechanical damage (deformations, cracks, etc.) to the suspension elements.
When checking, carefully inspect the following.
1. Rubber bushings and tightening of threaded connections of the lower...
2. ...and the upper shock absorber mounts.
3. Check the condition of the shock absorber protective covers.
4. Lower the boot and check the shock absorber rod. Liquid leaks along the rod are not allowed.
5. Rubber-metal hinges (silent blocks) of the rear suspension beams.
6. Rear wheel hub bearings.
7. Springs and compression buffers for the rear suspension.
Helpful advice
Pay attention to the exhaust system. The extraneous knocks it makes are often mistaken for a knock in the rear suspension. The use of non-standard parts or breakage of muffler suspension elements can cause a strong knock, especially when changing the throttle. When checking, stop the engine, carefully inspect the exhaust system, check the reliability of the muffler fastening and suspension. Holding the end of the exhaust pipe, rock the muffler up and down and from side to side - there should be no knocking.
Upgrading the Solaris suspension at home is of interest to many car owners. How to do it yourself, what tools are needed for this and what spare parts to use will be discussed in detail in this material.
Almost every owner of a Hyundai Solaris, after using the car for some time, asks the question: how to upgrade the suspension? This is not difficult to do, but it is important to approach the task responsibly and competently. Problems with the Hyundai Solaris chassis usually arise when driving over uneven surfaces, of which there are a lot in our country. Changes in the suspension can be different and they usually depend on the capabilities and requirements of the owner for his own car.
