Sportage EX 2WD L4-2.0L (1997)
Control Arm: Testing and Inspection
Rear
Upper Assembly
1. Raise the rear of the vehicle and support it with safety stands.
2. Loosen the installation bolts.
3. Inspect for damage, deformation or cracking of the upper arm.
4. Inspect for wearing or deterioration of the upper arm bushing.
5. Remove and replace if damaged, deformed or cracked; replace bushing if worn or deteriorated.
Lower Assembly
1. Raise the rear of the vehicle and support it with safety stands.
2. Loosen the installation bolts.
3. Inspect for damage, deformation or cracking of the lower arm.
4. Inspect for wearing or deterioration of the lower arm bushing.
5. Remove and replace if damaged, deformed or cracked; replace bushing if worn or deteriorated.