1999 Sonata rear shock question
 

HI, Audrey here, passenger rear shock making noise and leaking oil. How do I get the old one off? It looks like the top goes under the pannel behind the rear seat. How do I get that off to get to the top of the shock?

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great question - it looks like the shelf, rear seat or both need to be removed. I hope someone replies with the correct solution!

Hello All, I recenty purchased a 2011 Sonata SE. With only 2,700 miles on the vehicle someone hit the bumper. The collision shop had to replace the bumper cover and shock absorber. After getting the vehicle back from the shop I drove with the sterio off to hear if there was anything rubbing, etc. I have noticed a strange sound which sounds like a blown shock or bushing. For those of you who have had this rear noise issue can you confirm the sound? This noise primarily occurs when making turns and while driving over bumps/uneven pavement. It is a sort of popping noise. I am not sure if it has been occuring prior to the bumper incident. Is this noise loud, becuase the noise my vehicle is making is not very loud but when the sterio is off it is rather noticable. Can you guys help? Thank you, Lou