Change Car Shock Absorbers Hyundai Accent

Change Car Shock Absorbers

Easy 2h00–3h00 ~200–300€
Temps estimé 2h00–3h00
Coût estimé ~200–300€
Difficulté Easy
Motorisations
Accent 1995-2000 2
  • 1.5i 12V Gas (G4EK)
  • 1.5i 16V Gas (G4FK)
Accent 1999-2005 1
  • 1.6 16V Gas (G4ED)
Accent 2006-2011 1
  • 1.6 16V Gas (G4ED)
Accent 2011-2019 1
  • 1.6 GDi Gas (G4FD)
Renew both front shock absorbers 2h00–3h00
Renew both rear shock absorbers 1h00–3h30

What is the function of Hyundai Accent shock absorbers?

The shock absorber controls the relative movement between the wheel and the vehicle body. This control is essential for good road holding, preventing loss of grip between the tyres and the road surface, and ensuring passenger comfort.

When should you change the Hyundai Accent shock absorbers?

Shock absorber wear is gradual. Warning symptoms include: vehicle sensitive to crosswinds, increased braking distance, difficulty maintaining trajectory in curves, vehicle bouncing excessively over bumps, uneven tyre wear. Replace between 80,000 and 150,000 km. Always replace in pairs.

Is it difficult to change Hyundai Accent shock absorbers?

Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy but requires specific tools (spring compressors for McPherson struts, torque wrench). A wheel alignment is recommended after the work.

4 générations couvertes

Génération Période Motorisations Carburant
Accent 1995-2000 1995-2000 1.5i 12V Gas (G4EK), 1.5i 16V Gas (G4FK) Gas
Accent 1999-2005 1999-2005 1.5 12V Gas (G4EK), 1.6 16V Gas (G4ED) Gas
Accent 2006-2011 2006-2011 1.6 16V Gas (G4ED) Gas
Accent 2011-2019 2011-2019 1.6 GDi Gas (G4FD) Gas