2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Rear Upper Control Arm And Lateral Link Replacement

[@5975ami]

TQ for making this video. I was trying to determine if the ball joint on the upper ctrl arm can be replaced without replacing the whole ctrl arm.

[@PhillipBailey]

Sorry I just saw this, no it can't be replaced without the whole arm.

[@thehegt]

Hi what is the bolts on the Lateral arm called please i need 2 bolts so i can go ahead and cut it so my car can go for wheel alignment

[@PhillipBailey]

@thehegt They are called toe adjuster bolts.. I bought them from them from local parts store Moog number is K100402

[@MrAlen94]

I have a 2012 Kia Sorento suspension looks identical, it has clunking/squeaky sound coming from the rear passenger side when driving over crappy roads, I replaced the shocks,links, and lateral arm, I thinking on changing the lower control arm and the lateral link, I don’t need to drop the whole frame correct? Any tips or suggestions would be appreciated thanks.

[@PhillipBailey]

I'd have the suspension components checked at an alignment shop before firing more parts at it. It needs to be inspected at ride height. A drive on hoist helps. Good luck.

[@cjanobatac2446]

Thank you for making this video i have the same problem on my 2010 santa fe

[@PhillipBailey]

Yes its a common problem

[@RPXIII]

Is there any way to get the lower control arm out and replaced without dropping the rear subframe? Cut it up in pieces? I'm in the middle of replacing the wheel bearings and had to take the knuckle off, which was stuck on the upper control arm, so had to chop the bolt off to get the knuckle off.

[@PhillipBailey]

The lower arm can be replaced without dropping the subframe but not the upper. The adjuster bolts on the lower arm tend to seize into the bushings. I've had to cut the bolts with a sawzall.

[@RPXIII]

@@PhillipBailey Thanks Phillip, do you have to remove the lower control arm/spring to be able to drop the subframe? I have right side fully dissaembled and the frame drops easily, nothing removed on the left side, seems like the sprint and lower control arm are preventing subframe from being lowered

[@PhillipBailey]

@RPXIII no you do not. As you lower the rear subframe the coil springs will unload.

[@RPXIII]

Hey Phillip, and now my subframe will not drop 🤦🏽. The rear bolt is seized in the bushings. Will not budge. I'm trying to put a pickle fork between the frame and subframe and no luck. Any advice?

[@PhillipBailey]

@RPXIII other than a bigger power bar I have no suggestions. Is it twisting at all? Using a propane torch on the end of the bolt may help. Don't start a fire and have a fire extinguisher on hand not really. Pickle fork won't work for sure.

[@frankthomas2052]

Where did you get the bolts and self adjusted bolts from

[@PhillipBailey]

Dealership

[@GettinUp]

About how much does this job usually cost? Including parts. I have a 2011 that I'm sure needs all the rear end replaced. Kinda like this video

[@PhillipBailey]

Given the fact that most of the fasteners will need to be cut off with a Sawzall I would never give a firm quote. Whatever time it takes. This one took around 5 hours plus parts.

[@GettinUp]

@@PhillipBailey forsure. Justa ball park figure

[@roadwarrior8560]

Nice work.

[@denisst-cyr3558]

Great video ! QUESTION : My sonata 2010(similar suspension as this Santa Fee ) has 90,000 miles. How long should my rear upper control arms last ? There is no sign of deterioration so far. Just curious to find out how many miles my rear upper arms should last..THKS !

[@PhillipBailey]

That depends on the road conditions and driving surfaces. Keep an eye on the rear wheels. when they start to camber in at the top (tilt inwards), it's time.

[@bobdhitman]

How do I figure out what the ride height is if the rear suspension is already dismantled?

[@PhillipBailey]

Not sure I understand your question.

[@bobdhitman]

@@PhillipBailey in your video you commented to set the control arms at ride height. How do know what that height is since the subframe is off and can’t take measurements of what ride height is? P.S. it’s 3am and I’m just laying down after working on my Santa Fe for 9hrs tonight which was after working for 10hrs at work today. I also put in 7hrs last night. I appreciate your video!! It helped tremendously.

[@PhillipBailey]

@@bobdhitman it doesn't have to be exact. Just kinda estimate where the control arm is when tge vehicle is on the ground. This way the control arm bushings won't be stressed as they actually twist during suspension movement.

[@jeremiahmullins8016]

So basically you’re saying as long as you don’t tighten them hanging down you want to tighten them at more at a even position only reason I’m asking because I’m in the process of doing my 2011 right now

[@bobdhitman]

@@jeremiahmullins8016 - that’s what I did. Otherwise they’ll most likely fail prematurely. My issue was not knowing exactly where to set them at so I reinstalled everything and place paint marks at normal position on the ground. Then installed the new ones to match the paint marks. Lots of fucking around and finding out. I know it’s a big job, keep your stick on the ice.

[@jtay214]

When I’m bout to stop it a noise coming from test

[@jtay214]

Have a sound coming from rear when I stop ? Can anyone help with what problem is

[@PhillipBailey]

That's pretty tough without more information. What kind of noise? Grinding, clunking, humming, knocking etc. Just as you apply the brake or when slowing down. A visual inspection is in order as it might be obvious what's up.

[@jtay214]

@@PhillipBailey when I stop it feels like it’s coming from rear like something pushing something

[@PhillipBailey]

@@jtay214 that's pretty vague. It would be best to take it to a reputable tech and go for a road test with him and point out exactly what noise your experiencing. Without hearing this noise I can't recommend anything sorry.

[@billfrete8487]

@@PhillipBailey I have the same issue with my 08, just got back from mechanic, mine is the knuckle bushing (sound of someting puching and then a clunk). Tires were also feathering bad.

[@davesenenko6509]

Great video, How did you get the ride height?

[@PhillipBailey]

Not sure what you mean. Ride height is not adjustable and based on the coil springs. Camber and toe needs to be adjusted on an alignment machine.

[@made2trade846]

@@PhillipBailey You said the bolts for the rear upper control arm must be tightened at ride height. @davesenenko6509 (and i) are asking how did you get the control arm to be at ride height before you tighten the bolts?

[@PhillipBailey]

@made2trade846 before attaching the upper ball joint move the control arm so that it's close to where it will be when sitting on the ground. Tighten the bushing bolts now. Once the bonded bushing bolts are tight connect the upper ball joint. Hope this makes sense

[@thehegt]

That’s really bad suspension where did the car from near saltwater?

[@PhillipBailey]

@@thehegt they put salt on the highway to control the ice here.

[@val13c59]

Wow, lots of rust for a 2010. You must live in snow county.

[@PhillipBailey]

It's not the snow...it's the dam liquid calcium they put on the highways to melt the snow and ice. Should just use sand like Alberta

[@rvborgh]

My 2007 SF looks absolutely nothing like that in terms of corrosion and rust. Insane. Where is this vehicle located? Ontario?