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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2003SANTA FE GLS, 2.7 D, FWDLABOR TIMESOTHER VARIANTBRAKESMECHANICAL - HYDRAULICBRAKE SYSTEM (COMPLETE)REMOVE & REPLACE
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS, 2.7 D, FWD
Brake System (Complete): Remove & Replace
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS, 2.7 D, FWDSECTION Remove & Replace
WARNING: This page is about the Santa Fe Base, Automatic, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
Includes: Replace Calipers and/or Wheel Cylinders, Brake Shoes and/or Pads. Clean, lube and/or replace Brake Hardware as necessary. Inspect Master Cylinder, all Hoses and bleed Brake System. Adjust Brakes (where applicable).
Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable).
DOES NOT include refinishing.| Applies To | Note | Standard Hours | Warranty Hours | Skill Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Wheels | 2.6 | B | ||
| Additional Procedure: BRAKE SYSTEM (COMPLETE): Remove & Replace: | ||||
| w/ABS add | 0.2 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: PARKING BRAKE SHOE & LINING: Replace: | ||||
| Each Side | 0.2 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: WHEEL BEARING: Replace: Includes: Repack Bearings (where applicable). | ||||
| FWD, Rear,Both Sides. | 1.4 | 1.1 | B | |
| FWD, Rear,One Side | 0.7 | 0.5 | B | |
| Front,Both Sides. | 1.4 | 1.1 | B | |
| Front,One Side | 0.8 | 0.6 | B | |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.