2005 Kia Optima Suspension Parts

This table covers the ball joints that articulate each control arm at the knuckle. Read more

37 Ball Joint parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 17 brands — MEVOTECH, DELPHI, MOOG and 14 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOOG K80621. Grades run from Daily Driver through Economy; Daily Driver is the most populated section, led by DELPHI, MOOG, ACKOJA and 7 other brands.

This table covers the Ball Joint Press adapters. Read more

This group shows a single part: MEVOTECH MS33903.

This table covers the bump stops that limit suspension travel. Read more

One part is listed for the 2005 Kia Optima — ACKOJA A520298.

This table covers the coil springs that carry vehicle weight at each corner. Typical signs include a sagging corner, a clunk through the spring, or a broken coil that you can see from the wheel well. Replace springs in axle pairs and inspect the seats and isolators while the spring is out. Read more

3 Coil Spring parts are listed for the 2005 Kia Optima, from HUSKY SPRING and MEVOTECH.

This group includes HUSKY SPRING SC20962, HUSKY SPRING SC20963 and MEVOTECH SMS90005.

This table covers the rubber and polyurethane isolators that seat coil springs. Typical signs include a squeak from the spring pocket, or a spring that has walked off its seat. Replace the isolator whenever the spring is out — a crushed seat will noise a brand-new spring. Read more

2 Coil Spring Seat / Insulator parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 2 brands — DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and MONROE.

Listed part numbers: DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL 4713768 and MONROE 908978.

This table covers the control arms that locate each hub relative to the chassis. Typical signs include clunks over bumps, a wander on the highway, or inner-edge tire wear. Get an alignment after any control-arm work, and inspect the ball joint and bushings that came with the arm. Read more

64 Control Arm parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 13 brands — MEVOTECH, DELPHI, MOOG and 10 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOOG RK620103. They are grouped as Daily Driver and Economy, with Daily Driver the largest group at 41 parts from DELPHI, MOOG, MEVOTECH and 6 other brands.

This table covers the bushings pressed into each control arm. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

70 Control Arm Bushing parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 15 brands — TRW, MEVOTECH, DORMAN and 12 other brands. The "Popular" part is DELPHI TD1477W. Daily Driver and Economy are all represented, and Daily Driver alone accounts for 46 parts.

This table covers the shocks and struts that damp wheel motion. Typical signs include a nose that keeps bouncing, cupped tires, or fluid weeping down the body. Replace shocks or struts in axle pairs and renew the mounts if they are torn or collapsed. Read more

19 Shock / Strut parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 11 brands — MONROE, SACHS, PRT and 8 other brands. The "Popular" part is FCS 335556.

The Economy section lists 8 options from PRT, FAMOUS BRAND, HL MANDO and 4 other brands — the catalog's value-priced group. FAMOUS BRAND 2701204621 is listed in this group.

The Original Ride Quality section lists 11 options from SACHS, FCS, GABRIEL and 2 other brands — grouped under the catalog's "Original Ride Quality" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. FCS 335556 is listed in this group.

This table covers complete strut assemblies with the spring already installed. Read more

18 Shock / Strut & Coil Spring Assembly parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 7 brands — MONROE, PRT, FCS and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is PRT 713111R.

The Economy section: 6 options from PRT, MONROE, SENSEN and 1 other brand. PRT 713111R is listed in this group.

The Original Ride Quality section: 12 options from FCS, GABRIEL, MONROE and 1 other brand. FCS 1335556 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Shock / Strut bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

This group shows a single part: SACHS 802297.

This table covers the Shock / Strut bellows. Read more

7 Shock / Strut Bellow parts are listed for the 2005 Kia Optima, from MONROE, MOOG, MEVOTECH and 3 other brands. MEVOTECH MP63619 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Daily Driver section lists 2 options from MONROE — grouped for everyday commuting duty. MONROE 63629 is listed in this group.

Economy: 1 part, from MOOG. A representative part number is MOOG K90460.

4 ungrouped parts are not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

This group includes MEVOTECH MP63619, MONROE 63629 and MONROE 63628 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the upper mounts (and bearings) a strut bolts through at the tower. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

14 Shock / Strut Mount parts are listed for the 2005 Kia Optima, from MONROE, KYB, MOOG and 5 other brands. GABRIEL 142419 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Daily Driver section: 9 options from MONROE, KYB, MOOG and 2 other brands. GABRIEL 142419 is listed in this group.

Economy: 5 parts, from DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, WESTAR and ANCHOR. A representative part number is DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL 4713172.

This table covers the Strut Mount washers. Read more

This group shows a single part: MONROE 908977.

This table covers the bushings that clamp the anti-roll bar to the chassis. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

19 Sway Bar Bushing parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 10 brands — DELPHI, HYUNDAI, MEVOTECH and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is DELPHI TD1271W.

Daily Driver: 12 parts, from DELPHI, HYUNDAI, MEVOTECH and 3 other brands. A representative part number is DELPHI TD1271W.

The Economy section: 7 options from BECK/ARNLEY, FAMOUS BRAND, DORMAN and 2 other brands. BECK/ARNLEY 1016831 is listed in this group.