Good video. I found out the hard way the importance of having a long enough pry bar is when doing this job. The 18 inch one I have used for years didn't provide enough leverage to move the sway bar up and down to uninstall the old links and drop in the new ones. My 67 year old guns ain't what they used to be. Lesson learned hahaha.
When swapping out both sides, remove the top bolts on both sides and that will let the sway bar drop enough for easy access to the bottom nuts on both sides.
Well done. I didn't know the sway bar link "clunk" was as common an occurrence as it is and now thanks to you, I don't have to pay someone to do it for me!
Great video! Took only a few mins per side with the pry bar trick! Two different part numbers for right and left side. Also wanted to add it not only got rid of the small clunking noise on one side, it noticeably improved ride quality overall.
I got quoted $330.00 to have this done at a local mechanic. The two links including postage cost me $50.00 and now I can do it myself! Thanks very much for showing this. Awesome.
Good video! Had all 4 stabalizers changed on my 2010 2.2l diesel kia sorento, plus the lower control arm due to similar banging noises. Thanks for the video on how these parts actually work.
Mine was 10 years old. Never serviced... I was able to get the bolts of thanks to my superhuman strength :) (i did the rear) Tomorrow i'll do the front.
Good job Joe !!! Thank you for walking us through this repair....If the woman don't find you hansom .....They should at least find you handy !! hahahahaha Thank you again Joe
Marian Luc Yeah definitely that’s overkill! This isn't a torque sensitive area where you can damage things by overtightening or risk losing parts from undertightening, however if it’s not tight enough the bushing will become ineffective in doing their job. That should be a 10mm bolt and as such you should aim for a 30-40 ft-lbs for that size.
Is this a common issue? I got a 2013 sorento and had some metal noises going on and was replaced by dealer. But now (after 3 yrs since repair) i have some noise going on again.
@@jasonb4566 not sure how common it is but it's expensive to fix even out of pocket the rack and pinion runs about $1000 just for the part unless you are a shop you get a hefty discount on that price. I was quoted $2250 by the dealer and that included an alignment.
Disconnect both top bolts on driver and passenger sides and you won't need a pry bar. The sway bar will move lower and then you can get an impact gun on the bottom nut!
Where did you buy the replacement from? I'm looking to get this part from advanced auto but they come individually, one for driver one for passenger. are they the same?
Hi Jose! The link is in my description of the video I got them at Amazon I believe there is a left and right but it’s been awhile since I did them it could be the same part Advance should be able to tell you if it’s universal. Hope that helps! Thanks Joe
Hello.What about a single clunking noise and physical knocking right beneath gas+brake pedal floor mat when brake pedal is released ? Why it is happening any idea ? Kia sorento 2016 at 60k km.thanks for your good advice.
A GOOD TIP IS IF BOTH SIDES OF THE CAR ARE SUPPORTED ON JACK STANDS THE PRESSURE IS REMOVED FROM THE SWAY BAR LINKS THUS MUCH EASIER TO CHANGE. NO PRY BAR NEEDED.
Dude, no. While the endlinks are interchangeable on certain types of suspensions (like those found in trucks), the left and right on these are different.
Good video but the replacement links you are using will not last long. I did the same thing on my wife's 2015 Sorento ex fwd using those same non grease able plastic backed links and had to do it again within a year! I just did them again with moogs. They are greaseable, the rod is at least twice as thick and the ball joints are considerably larger aswell.
Good video. I found out the hard way the importance of having a long enough pry bar is when doing this job. The 18 inch one I have used for years didn't provide enough leverage to move the sway bar up and down to uninstall the old links and drop in the new ones. My 67 year old guns ain't what they used to be. Lesson learned hahaha.
When swapping out both sides, remove the top bolts on both sides and that will let the sway bar drop enough for easy access to the bottom nuts on both sides.
Well done. I didn't know the sway bar link "clunk" was as common an occurrence as it is and now thanks to you, I don't have to pay someone to do it for me!
Great video! Took only a few mins per side with the pry bar trick! Two different part numbers for right and left side. Also wanted to add it not only got rid of the small clunking noise on one side, it noticeably improved ride quality overall.
Great video. Was exactly the symptoms I was experiencing and your walk through helped me resolve it. No more clunk! Thanks
Switched out both sides today. Perfect instructions! The clunking went away and it rides better too. Thanks a ton for posting this video!
I got quoted $330.00 to have this done at a local mechanic. The two links including postage cost me $50.00 and now I can do it myself! Thanks very much for showing this. Awesome.
Detroit axle 27.99 for both i have a 09 kia optima
Fantastic video, thanks I’m getting ready to do the same thing on my 2014
Good video! Had all 4 stabalizers changed on my 2010 2.2l diesel kia sorento, plus the lower control arm due to similar banging noises. Thanks for the video on how these parts actually work.
swizzler68 did this work? Did it last? I am taking to mechanic soon and want to know some options
Thanks man! Appreciate the video... you'll likely save me hundreds in repair costs now!
Just been quoted £225 to get three replaced. Think I'll give this a go! Thanks
Mine was 10 years old. Never serviced... I was able to get the bolts of thanks to my superhuman strength :) (i did the rear) Tomorrow i'll do the front.
Good job Joe !!! Thank you for walking us through this repair....If the woman don't find you hansom .....They should at least find you handy !! hahahahaha Thank you again Joe
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Great instructional video! I love knowing the steps and pitfalls ahead of doing the job. Please mention the torque spec (72-87 ft-lb, 160-180 Nm)
80 ft lbs is sufficient.
Are you nuts this is not an 80 lbs ft that is for wheel lugs man.
Marian Luc Yeah definitely that’s overkill! This isn't a torque sensitive area where you can damage things by overtightening or risk losing parts from undertightening, however if it’s not tight enough the bushing will become ineffective in doing their job. That should be a 10mm bolt and as such you should aim for a 30-40 ft-lbs for that size.
Nice video, I'm currently working on removing the rack and pinion on my 2013 kia sorento , it's not easy that's for sure!
Is this a common issue? I got a 2013 sorento and had some metal noises going on and was replaced by dealer. But now (after 3 yrs since repair) i have some noise going on again.
@@jasonb4566 not sure how common it is but it's expensive to fix even out of pocket the rack and pinion runs about $1000 just for the part unless you are a shop you get a hefty discount on that price. I was quoted $2250 by the dealer and that included an alignment.
Thank you
thank you for this wonderful video...
Disconnect both top bolts on driver and passenger sides and you won't need a pry bar. The sway bar will move lower and then you can get an impact gun on the bottom nut!
Nice video. Very detailed. You make it look easy for anyone can do.
Thanks!
GREAT JOB!!!
Great instructions thanks
Where did you buy the replacement from? I'm looking to get this part from advanced auto but they come individually, one for driver one for passenger. are they the same?
Hi Jose! The link is in my description of the video I got them at Amazon I believe there is a left and right but it’s been awhile since I did them it could be the same part Advance should be able to tell you if it’s universal. Hope that helps! Thanks Joe
I replaced the lower control arm and the ball joint and most of the noice stop but it still makes sounds driving over bumps in the road
Sou do BRASIL!
Hello.What about a single clunking noise and physical knocking right beneath gas+brake pedal floor mat when brake pedal is released ? Why it is happening any idea ? Kia sorento 2016 at 60k km.thanks for your good advice.
A GOOD TIP IS IF BOTH SIDES OF THE CAR ARE SUPPORTED ON JACK STANDS THE PRESSURE IS REMOVED FROM THE SWAY BAR LINKS THUS MUCH EASIER TO CHANGE. NO PRY BAR NEEDED.
Seus vídeos são muito bons !!
Are these the same for the 2009 sorento model (sorento 2, the model that was made from 2009 till 2014)?
Both links are the same left and right
Wut. No, they are not. Don't buy your parts from this guy, kids.
@@yoshimi82 Both links are the same LEFT and RIGHT. OTHER MAKES and MODELS might (may)be different.
Dude, no. While the endlinks are interchangeable on certain types of suspensions (like those found in trucks), the left and right on these are different.
Is this the same as a "lateral link"? I have a quote that says "left lower control arm (lateral link)".
It could be, I'd just ask them if thats what they are referencing, most shops should be happy to explain to you. Thanks!
Good video but the replacement links you are using will not last long. I did the same thing on my wife's 2015 Sorento ex fwd using those same non grease able plastic backed links and had to do it again within a year!
I just did them again with moogs. They are greaseable, the rod is at least twice as thick and the ball joints are considerably larger aswell.
thats what i think mine is it sounds like my strut but only has 5,000 miles n strut isnt leaking
Use a torque wrench and lift the front of the car and you wouldn’t need to pry bar
If you jack up the entire front you won't need the pry bar
Not gonna torque it to spec?
Torque both top and bottom bolts to 80 ft lbs.
I just realized that I didn’t do it to spec either. Just did a moderate impact tighten. How f’ed will I be if I drive on that?
Torque down to 85 ft lbs
Pry bar ! Not crow
Great Job !!