2011 Kia Optima Suspension Parts

This table covers the cam bolts and plates used to set camber at the knuckle. Typical signs include warpage, cracks, or a plate that no longer locates the assembly. Confirm which plate the notes describe — backing plates, clutch plates and strike plates are different parts. Read more

23 Alignment Bolt / Camber Plate parts are listed for the 2011 Kia Optima, from MEVOTECH, MOOG, ACDELCO and 5 other brands. DELPHI TAL10015 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Daily Driver section lists 14 options from MOOG, ACDELCO, MEVOTECH and 1 other brand — grouped for everyday commuting duty. DELPHI TAL10015 is listed in this group.

In the Economy grade, SKP, DORMAN, FVP and 2 other brands supply 9 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is DORMAN 533118.

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

3 Ball Joint parts are listed for the 2011 Kia Optima, from ACDELCO, HYUNDAI and SUSPENSIA.

Listed part numbers: ACDELCO 45D1516, HYUNDAI 545303S100 and SUSPENSIA X18BJ1787.

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

5 Coil Spring parts for the 2011 Kia Optima come from 2 brands — HUSKY SPRING and MOOG. The "Popular" part is MOOG 81709.

Part numbers include MOOG 81709, HUSKY SPRING SC22137 and HUSKY SPRING SC22136, among others listed above.

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 are listed for the 2011 Kia Optima, from DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and DORMAN.

Part numbers include DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL 4714311 and DORMAN 540895.

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

56 Control Arm parts are listed for the 2011 Kia Optima, from MEVOTECH, MOOG, DELPHI and 7 other brands. MOOG RK643024 carries the "Popular" badge. They are grouped as Daily Driver and Economy, with Daily Driver the largest group at 37 parts from MEVOTECH, MOOG, DELPHI and 4 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

28 Control Arm Bushing parts are listed for the 2011 Kia Optima, from MEVOTECH, DELPHI, MOOG and 5 other brands. DELPHI TD1756W carries the "Popular" badge. Daily Driver and Economy are all represented, and Daily Driver alone accounts for 20 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

14 Shock / Strut parts are listed for the 2011 Kia Optima, from FCS, KYB, MONROE and 4 other brands. FCS 346093 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from MONROE and PRT. A representative part number is MONROE 210074.

In the Original Ride Quality grade, FCS, KYB, TOP NOTCH and 3 other brands supply 12 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Original Ride Quality" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is FCS 346093.

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

4 Shock / Strut & Coil Spring Assembly parts are listed for the 2011 Kia Optima, from PRT and FCS.

Economy: 2 parts, from PRT. A representative part number is PRT 920175.

Original Ride Quality: 2 parts, from FCS. A representative part number is FCS 1333542R.

Listed part numbers: PRT 920175, PRT 920176 and FCS 1333542R, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Shock / Strut bellows. Read more

6 Shock / Strut Bellow parts for the 2011 Kia Optima come from 3 brands — MONROE, KYB and SACHS. The "Popular" part is MONROE SA1997.

Listed part numbers: MONROE SA1997, MONROE 63638 and KYB SB116, plus the other 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

8 Shock / Strut Mount parts for the 2011 Kia Optima come from 7 brands — KYB, MEVOTECH, BECK/ARNLEY and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is KYB SM5850.

Daily Driver: 6 parts, from KYB, MEVOTECH, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. A representative part number is KYB SM5850.

The Economy section: 2 options from DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and WESTAR. DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL 4714059 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include KYB SM5850, MEVOTECH MS90259 and BECK/ARNLEY 1018257, among others listed above.

This table covers the Strut Mount caps. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable. Read more

One part is listed for the 2011 Kia Optima — HYUNDAI 546102T000.

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

13 Sway Bar Bushing parts are listed for the 2011 Kia Optima, from MEVOTECH, DORMAN, MOOG and 3 other brands. MEVOTECH MS908113 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Daily Driver section: 7 options from MEVOTECH, MOOG, ACKOJA and 1 other brand. MEVOTECH MS908113 is listed in this group.

Economy: 6 parts, from DORMAN, BECK/ARNLEY and MEVOTECH. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1017548.

This table covers the links that connect the anti-roll bar to each control arm or strut. Typical signs include a clunk on one wheel over a driveway, or a rattle that goes away when you lean on the bar. Replace links in pairs; a seized stud often takes the bushing with it. Read more

41 Sway Bar Link parts are listed for the 2011 Kia Optima, from MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA, DELPHI and 12 other brands. SUSPENSIA X18SL0046 carries the "Popular" badge. Daily Driver and Economy are all represented, and Daily Driver alone accounts for 22 parts.