2013 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

19 Alignment Bolt / Camber Plate parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Optima, from MOOG, MEVOTECH, DELPHI and 5 other brands. MOOG K90476 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Daily Driver section lists 13 options from MOOG, MEVOTECH, DELPHI and 1 other brand — grouped for everyday commuting duty. MOOG K90476 is listed in this group.

In the Economy grade, SKP, DORMAN, FVP and 1 other brand supply 6 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is SKP SK100024.

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

14 Ball Joint parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Optima, from MEVOTECH, MOOG, ACDELCO and 9 other brands. MEVOTECH MS90520 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Daily Driver section: 8 options from MEVOTECH, MOOG, ACDELCO and 5 other brands. MEVOTECH MS90520 is listed in this group.

Economy: 5 parts, from SKP, FVP, MEVOTECH and 2 other brands. A representative part number is SKP SK500231.

The Premium section lists 1 option from MEVOTECH — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. MEVOTECH TXMS90520 is listed in this group.

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 2013 Kia Optima come from 2 brands — HUSKY SPRING and MOOG. The "Popular" part is MOOG 81711.

Listed part numbers: MOOG 81711, HUSKY SPRING SC22137 and HUSKY SPRING SC22136, plus the other parts 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 2013 Kia Optima, from DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and DORMAN.

Listed part numbers: 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

62 Control Arm parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Optima, from MEVOTECH, MOOG, DELPHI and 8 other brands. DORMAN 522815 carries the "Popular" badge. Daily Driver and Economy are all represented, and Daily Driver alone accounts for 40 parts.

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

30 Control Arm Bushing parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Optima, from MEVOTECH, MOOG, DELPHI and 6 other brands. DELPHI TD1756W carries the "Popular" badge. Daily Driver and Economy are all represented, and Daily Driver alone accounts for 21 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

25 Shock / Strut parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Optima, from FCS, KYB, MONROE and 5 other brands. FCS 346093 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 5 parts, from PRT, HL MANDO and MONROE. A representative part number is HL MANDO 13A5004.

In the Original Ride Quality grade, FCS, KYB, MONROE and 3 other brands supply 20 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

11 Shock / Strut & Coil Spring Assembly parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Optima, from PRT, FCS, KYB and 3 other brands. PRT 920289 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from PRT and SENSEN. A representative part number is PRT 920289.

Original Ride Quality: 8 parts, from FCS, KYB, MONROE and 1 other brand. A representative part number is FCS 2333505L.

This table covers the Shock / Strut bellows. Read more

5 Shock / Strut Bellow parts for the 2013 Kia Optima come from 3 brands — KYB, SACHS and MONROE. The "Popular" part is MONROE 63638.

This group includes MONROE 63638, KYB SB116 and KYB SB114 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

8 Shock / Strut Mount parts for the 2013 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.

Listed part numbers: KYB SM5850, MEVOTECH MS90259 and BECK/ARNLEY 1018257, plus the other parts 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 2013 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

16 Sway Bar Bushing parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Optima, from MEVOTECH, DORMAN, MOOG and 4 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: 9 parts, from DORMAN, BECK/ARNLEY, MEVOTECH and 1 other brand. A representative part number is DORMAN 540388.

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

28 Sway Bar Link parts are listed for the 2013 Kia Optima, from MEVOTECH, SKP, DORMAN and 11 other brands. DORMAN 542205 carries the "Popular" badge. Grades run from Daily Driver through Economy; Daily Driver is the most populated section, led by DORMAN, SUSPENSIA, ACDELCO and 6 other brands.