Sportage 2WD 2Dr L4-2.0L (2002)
3. Inspect for worn or damaged ball link.
4. Replace if damaged, deformed or cracked; replace bushings if worn or deteriorated.
Replacing the bushing
1. Secure the upper control arm in a suitable vise.
2. Using a standard bearing press, remove the old bushing.
3. Install the new bushing and then press it into the upper arm with a standard bearing press.
Notice: Apply lubricant to the new bushings to facilitate insertion into the upper control arm.
The upper control arm ball joint link and dust boot are non-replaceable items. Replace the upper control arm if these items are damaged and/or
deteriorated.
Installation
1. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it with safety stands.
2. Position the upper control arm to the frame brackets, insert the spindles and hand tighten the spindle nuts.
3. Install the upper control arm ball joint link into the top of the steering knuckle and tighten the side bolt and nut.
Tighten the bolt and nut to 36 ft. lbs. (48 Nm).
