2005 Kia Optima Steering Parts

This table covers the steering knuckles that carry the hub, caliper and ball joints. Read more

7 Knuckle parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 4 brands — ULTRA-POWER, APWI, SKP and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is ULTRA-POWER 698052.

In the Daily Driver grade, KIA supplies 1 part: grouped for everyday commuting duty. A representative part number is KIA 5171639600.

The Economy section lists 6 options from ULTRA-POWER, APWI and SKP — the catalog's value-priced group. ULTRA-POWER 698052 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include ULTRA-POWER 698052, KIA 5171639600 and ULTRA-POWER 698053, among others listed above.

This table covers the fluids specified for this steering system. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable. Read more

7 Power Steering Fluid parts are listed for the 2005 Kia Optima, from LUBEGARD, EDELMANN, PRESTONE and 1 other brand. EDELMANN 70694 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: EDELMANN 70694, PRESTONE AS269Y and LUBEGARD 23201, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Power Steering Pressure hoses. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

6 Power Steering Pressure Hose parts are listed for the 2005 Kia Optima, from FAMOUS BRAND, AUTO 7, EDELMANN and 2 other brands. AUTO 7 8310016 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes AUTO 7 8310016, EDELMANN 92141 and FAMOUS BRAND 37215 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Power Steering pressure sensors. Typical signs include a check-engine light for MAP or fuel-rail pressure, or a limp mode under load. A vacuum leak or a clogged reference line will fake a bad pressure sensor. Read more

4 Power Steering Pressure Sensor parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 4 brands — FAMOUS BRAND, ROSTRA, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: FAMOUS BRAND PSA1026, ROSTRA 501261 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS PS1558, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Power Steering pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit. Read more

11 Power Steering Pump parts are listed for the 2005 Kia Optima, from AAE, CARDONE, TERREPOWER and 5 other brands. AAE 5727N carries the "Popular" badge.

In the New grade, AAE, HL MANDO, AISIN and 3 other brands supply 7 parts: brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. A representative part number is AAE 5727N.

In the Remanufactured grade, CARDONE, MAVAL and TERREPOWER supply 3 parts: factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. A representative part number is CARDONE 215257.

1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

This table covers the Power Steering Pump Seal kits. Read more

3 Power Steering Pump Seal Kit parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 3 brands — EDELMANN, FVP and SUNSONG.

Part numbers include EDELMANN 8843 and SUNSONG 8401507, among others listed above.

This table covers the Power Steering reservoirs. Read more

6 Power Steering Reservoir parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 6 brands — HYUNDAI, ULTRA-POWER, AAE and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is HYUNDAI 5717638000.

Part numbers include HYUNDAI 5717638000, ULTRA-POWER 603690 and AAE RES0053, among others listed above.

This table covers the Power Steering Return hoses. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

6 Power Steering Return Hose parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 3 brands — SUNSONG, EDELMANN and FAMOUS BRAND. The "Popular" part is SUNSONG 3403984.

Listed part numbers: SUNSONG 3403984, SUNSONG 3404050 and EDELMANN 92803, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the steering gear assemblies that turn the tie rods. Typical signs include fluid at a torn boot, a growl when you turn, or play that the inner tie rods do not explain. Flush the old power-steering fluid with the rack — grit in the old fluid is the usual cause of a repeat leak. Read more

8 Rack and Pinion parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 8 brands — LARES, SKP, AAE and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is LARES 24704.

The New section: 5 options from LARES, SKP, AAE and 2 other brands. LARES 24704 is listed in this group.

The Remanufactured section: 3 options from CARDONE, MAVAL and TERREPOWER. CARDONE 262412 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: LARES 24704, SKP SK262408 and AAE 3788N, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the rubber boots that seal the inner tie-rod joints on the rack. Read more

5 Rack and Pinion Bellow parts are listed for the 2005 Kia Optima, from MOOG, BECK/ARNLEY, DELPHI and 2 other brands. MOOG K90440 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes MOOG K90440, BECK/ARNLEY 1032912 and DELPHI TBR4109 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Rack and Pinion Seal kits. Read more

3 Rack and Pinion Seal Kit parts are listed for the 2005 Kia Optima, from EDELMANN, FVP and SUNSONG.

This group includes EDELMANN 8948 and SUNSONG 8401438 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the small parts grouped with the steering column. Read more

This group shows a single part: GKN U126.

This table covers the inner and outer tie-rod ends that steer each front knuckle. Typical signs include play on center, a feathered front tire, or a boot that has split and packed with grit. Replace inner and outer ends together on a high-mileage axle, then get an alignment. Read more

47 Tie Rod End parts are listed for the 2005 Kia Optima, from DELPHI, MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA and 17 other brands. MOOG ES3629 carries the "Popular" badge. Grades run from Daily Driver through Economy; Daily Driver is the most populated section, led by DELPHI, MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA and 8 other brands.