2017 Kia Forte 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

14 Alignment Bolt / Camber Plate parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from MEVOTECH, MOOG, ACDELCO and 5 other brands. MOOG K90474 carries the "Popular" badge. 9 parts fit every engine; the other 5 are engine-specific.

The Daily Driver section lists 8 options from MOOG, ACDELCO, DELPHI and 1 other brand — grouped for everyday commuting duty. MOOG K90474 is listed in this group.

In the Economy grade, SKP, DORMAN, FVP and 2 other brands supply 6 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is SKP SK90474.

This table covers the Alignment shims. Read more

11 Alignment Shim parts for the 2017 Kia Forte come from 6 brands — MOOG, ACDELCO, ULTRA-POWER and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 546109. 7 parts fit every engine; the other 4 are engine-specific.

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

14 Ball Joint parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from MEVOTECH, DELPHI, ACDELCO and 10 other brands. DELPHI TC2664 carries the "Popular" badge. 6 parts fit every engine; the other 8 are engine-specific.

The Daily Driver section: 8 options from DELPHI, MEVOTECH, ACDELCO and 5 other brands. DELPHI TC2664 is listed in this group.

Economy: 6 parts, from SKP, BECK/ARNLEY, FAMOUS BRAND and 3 other brands. A representative part number is SKP SK500305.

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

One part is listed for the 2017 Kia Forte — DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL 4714311.

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

13 Control Arm parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from MEVOTECH, DORMAN, MOOG and 4 other brands. DORMAN 526649 carries the "Popular" badge. 6 parts fit every engine; the other 7 are engine-specific.

The Daily Driver section: 10 options from DORMAN, MOOG, MEVOTECH and 3 other brands. DORMAN 526649 is listed in this group.

Economy: 3 parts, from MEVOTECH and BECK/ARNLEY. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1027842.

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

12 Control Arm Bushing parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from MEVOTECH, DELPHI, MOOG and 2 other brands. DELPHI TD1715W carries the "Popular" badge. 8 parts fit every engine; the other 4 are engine-specific.

The Daily Driver section: 8 options from DELPHI, MEVOTECH, MOOG and 1 other brand. DELPHI TD1715W is listed in this group.

Economy: 4 parts, from DORMAN and MEVOTECH. A representative part number is DORMAN 533762.

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

15 Shock / Strut parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from FCS, MONROE, KYB and 5 other brands. MONROE 210088 carries the "Popular" badge. 1 part fits every engine; the other 14 are engine-specific.

Economy: 3 parts, from MONROE and PRT. A representative part number is MONROE 210088.

The Increased Handling/Stability section lists 1 option from KYB — grouped under the catalog's "Increased Handling/Stability" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. KYB 554384 is listed in this group.

In the Original Ride Quality grade, FCS, KYB, TOP NOTCH and 4 other brands supply 11 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Original Ride Quality" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is TOP NOTCH MS1367.

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

8 Shock / Strut & Coil Spring Assembly parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from PRT, SENSEN, FCS and 1 other brand. FCS 1333509R carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 4 parts, from PRT and SENSEN. A representative part number is PRT 920493.

Original Ride Quality: 4 parts, from FCS and TOP NOTCH. A representative part number is FCS 1333509R.

Listed part numbers: FCS 1333509R, PRT 920493 and PRT 920492, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Shock / Strut bellows. Read more

2 Shock / Strut Bellow parts for the 2017 Kia Forte come from 2 brands — KYB and MONROE.

Listed part numbers: KYB SB116 and MONROE 63631.

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

4 Shock / Strut Mount parts for the 2017 Kia Forte come from 4 brands — BECK/ARNLEY, KYB, SACHS and 1 other brand.

Daily Driver: 3 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, KYB and SACHS. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1018330.

The Economy section: 1 option from DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL. DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL 4714212 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include BECK/ARNLEY 1018330, KYB SM5862 and SACHS 803317, among others listed above.

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

6 Sway Bar Bushing parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from MEVOTECH, ACKOJA, DELPHI and 2 other brands. MEVOTECH MS908113 carries the "Popular" badge. 5 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

The Daily Driver section: 3 options from MEVOTECH, ACKOJA and DELPHI. MEVOTECH MS908113 is listed in this group.

Economy: 3 parts, from DORMAN, BECK/ARNLEY and MEVOTECH. A representative part number is DORMAN 540388.

Listed part numbers: MEVOTECH MS908113, ACKOJA A520178 and DELPHI TD1272W, plus the other parts above.

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

12 Sway Bar Link parts are listed for the 2017 Kia Forte, from MEVOTECH, DELPHI, MOOG and 7 other brands. DELPHI TC2663 carries the "Popular" badge. 6 parts fit every engine; the other 6 are engine-specific.

The Daily Driver section: 6 options from DELPHI, MOOG, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. DELPHI TC2663 is listed in this group.

Economy: 5 parts, from MEVOTECH, QUICK STEER, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. A representative part number is MEVOTECH GS90874.

The Premium section lists 1 option from MEVOTECH — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. MEVOTECH TXMS90874 is listed in this group.