Hyundai Sonata Front Suspension Ball Joint Control Arm Replace

In this video I show the step by step process for replacement of the front suspension upper control arms and lower ball joints on a Hyundai Sonata vehicle. The subject vehicle is a 2008 however this video should cover 2005-2010 Sonata, Azera and Kia Amanti models as well. This video may also help show important steps for replacing other front suspension components such as the strut assemblies, etc. Watch this video for more information.
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[@elcheapo5302]

Worn out ball joints? Sonata problem anymore! Thanks Tim!

[@ThecardoctorTV]

haha

[@ureasmith3049]

Thanks for sharing the process. I have to do this on wife's Sonata. Looks a lot easier than daughter's Suburu. Those are a pain.

[@ThecardoctorTV]

Excellent

[@georgedavall9449]

Wow! Slamming...bangin... parts a flyin... Monkey banging on the brakes and suspension, oh my! Whatever it takes I guess? South Korea dude, and Sonata a really good car, at least the last generation or two. Yeah! 😬🙄😃😲😀😁😀😂😂🤣✌🏻🇺🇸

[@rubenaguero7342]

so what was the reason? what was the car doing? was it making clicking sounds?

[@antonjames8405]

thanks for the VID and comedy phone call but question : at 8.29 what is diameter /size of axle nut ?...also diagnosis is important , so how did you determine the strut was good ( for you re-used it ) yet the upper control arm was "bad " ..also the lower control arm , would you not just buy a new lower assembly ?

[@Brijsian]

Hey mr thanks for the teaching but i got one question ones I do exactly what you did change the ball joint , do I have to bring my car to the alignment shop?

[@scuba422123]

hey tim liked the phone call hehe! didn't realize moog had an econo line

[@ThecardoctorTV]

I wish MOOG didn't go econo...they are super low quality in my opinion. I hope MOOG doesn't call me now

[@scuba422123]

its called r series just looked something up.... hey moog the car doctor does not install junk!

[@ThecardoctorTV]

hehe

[@jamesu]

Tim, no criticism. Wondering if I should lower the car before tightening the lower strut mount through bolt? James

[@ThecardoctorTV]

Probably. Good call. I know it dosnt move much but it would probably be a good idea.

[@jamesu]

@@ThecardoctorTV I was taught that way but haven't done a sonata often enough to remember if that part is bonded to the bushing?

[@ThecardoctorTV]

The lower arm pass-thru has a bushing with a sleeve in the center that the bolt goes through.

[@val13c59]

I’ve searched different videos. But I can’t seem to find a video on replacing the rear control arms on a 2002 Hyundai Sonata.

[@LaramieJim]

SUPER FUNNY PHONEY PHONE CALL! Makes a shit job fun. Hope you get a fishing trip in before winter!

[@haywardsautomotive6156]

I watch this just to hear what crazy jibberish comes out. Rolling Poo...that has to be a flashback from Woodstock days. Tim the Butt Doctor...new calling :D

[@ThecardoctorTV]

Rear ends R us! Haha. Dang, that would be a crappy job.

[@esod2200]

Do you know what to torque the pinch bolt to?

[@tsowers1977able]

Awesome videos

[@randygeyer8849]

Can you please provide a list of all moog parts needed to do this job on a 2007 sonata? I would really appreciate it.

[@rahrah8076]

Randy Geyer go to rockauto .com

[@chadharmon5716]

😆 what we got here? a real comedian y'all lol

[@randygeyer8849]

What is a reasonable labor and materials cost to do this work?

[@plupkination]

At @30:00, think you may need a new pair of gloves?? haha J/K great vid! Altho I think I might want to wear hearing protection if I was working with you! loll

[@smms1276]

SWEEEET VID 🚹, 👍 THANKS

[@ThecardoctorTV]

Thank you. Wish I had better close ups of parts instead of just seeing my backside and hearing me making grunting noises. I’ll use my GoPro on the next one. Take care.

[@kj197734]

Haha. Sounds just like "Moving Violations." I think you must have watched some 80s movies in your time.

[@ThecardoctorTV]

Haha, exactly. I’m glad somebody caught that. That had to be the dumbest movie of all time. Haha.

[@martymurphy9627]

Haha, never turn down a rear end job, Doc!!!

[@ThecardoctorTV]

We have to become more diversified anymore to make ends meet as a tech nowadays. Haha.

[@Badgertronix]

It shouldn't leave the owner High N' Dry now. Good job Tim

[@jonweber98]

Thank you Car Dr. Great video. So I guess the big question is. If I don't do this myself. What should I expect to spend at a repair shop for both sides?

[@atomicdog71]

Excellent video. I spend more time chasing my sockets around, and taking frustration breaks. Well done! 👍

[@CBRRR-eh3ky]

Im scared of this job

[@millcitychris4303]

What if I unscrew the 3 bolts for the front struts. Move that out of the way to replace control. Instead of undoing all that shit. I don't need to replace lower ball joint. I need to replace upper

[@waynebutler7089]

Good Video, but I have a couple of comments. 1) I must be really great having all the tools you need within arms reach. 2) I think you need a camera man because we could not see what your hands were doing for a few shots - glad you commented thru them. The phone call was classic!

[@genericusername1365]

From the Hyundai FSM: Three nuts front strut to top body: 32.5 - 43.4 ft lbs. Center nut at top of front strut (if reassembling strut): 14.5 - 18.1 ft lbs. Bottom of strut to top of fork: 43.4 - 57.8 ft lbs. Front upper arm ball joint castle nut: 25.3 - 32.5 ft lbs. Front upper arm mounting bolts: 40 - 47 ft. lbs Front stabilizer bar (sway bar) end links: 72.3 - 86.8 ft lbs. Front sabilizer (sway) bar bushings to subframe: 32.5 - 39.8 ft lbs. Front lower control arm to bottom of fork: 101.2 - 115.7 ft lbs (same for two other LCA bushings). Outer tie rod castle nut: 18 - 25 ft. lbs. Drive shaft spindle castle nut: 148 - 207 ft lbs.

[@localcrew]

My girlfriend has the 2011 Sonata and we love it. From 2011 to the present day version of this car is an excellent vehicle. Hers has 130K trouble-free miles on it. If I decide to rebuild the front suspension I'll have a good idea of what's in store. Thanks!

[@ThecardoctorTV]

That's great news on the GF's car, they are a great vehicle and I hope you weren't offended by my bad jokes.

[@zx8401ztv]

"Rolling Poo" LOL , you have a great sense of humor tim :-D and the face stays straight. The phone call, hmm lol :-D. Humor keeps the brain healthy, if you find someone without humor... Run away like hell from them, they aint human :-D Tighten a bolt untill 'You' make a grunt, it's tight enough ha ha.

[@ThecardoctorTV]

Thanks mate! I’ve got the grunt technique down for sure. Haha. Imy humor scares some folks for some reason.

[@zx8401ztv]

Naa your humor is fine, after the whale circumcision joke, i knew what you were up to :-D. Don't forget to run away from people with no humor.

[@patmurch6184]

My humor scares people too! Great minds think alike! PS Great Video...I know 2 other Tims personally who are great mechanics. Thanks TIM!

[@dylankinch2735]

Why is it that the vehicles up there look nothing like the ones here in upstate ny as far as rust goes. Most vehicles u work on come apart relatively easily compared to what i deal with here in ny. Do they not use salt there Tim? Im nust curious cause i thought u guys had alot of snow like us. Most vehicles u tear apart are relativly clean as far as rust. I have to break my torches out every day usually multiple times a day.0

[@Longtrailside]

From what Eric O says about your state they over salt the heck outta your roads. Alaska doesn't.

[@mrscardoctor1101]

Alaska uses gravel, no salt. So we may not have the rust but we have dinged up windshields.

[@bryanstevens5901]

@@mrscardoctor1101 windshields aren't cheap but I'll take that over brake lines, fuel lines, bumpers, mounts... anything.

[@patmurch6184]

@Bryan Stevens My thoughts exactly! Ooooooo rusty brake lines! Ooooooo!

[@Lordvoldemore]

The Heisenberg sticker.

[@dwjobseeker]

Those air wrenches are great to have!

[@sw23971]

That echo in the shop would drive me nuts.

[@georgesimpson3113]

Just watching the first few minutes, wrong on more than one ways... Will NOT cover the 05 Sonata... they are the older body style... and the 06 and newer are built in Alabama...

[@genericusername1365]

Yes, that generation in N. America is 2006-2010, so he was off by one year. Do you expect him to memorize every little thing about all years of generations of cars in existence? He even said he "thinks" it includes 2005, so he wasn't saying it was the perfect fact. Cut him some slack because the video is very informative.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Well done there Tim , as for the odd phone call getting you mixed up with a medical doctor id just try out a few medical visits and see how it goes. You will be surprised how simular an auto tech and a MD are . Heck you already have most of the tools required and all you need really is to sterilize them. All the best bud and I look forward to seeing Tim the car doctor MD in action. 👍

[@ThecardoctorTV]

Hehehe, sounds like a plan buddy. I think you gave me the confidence I needed to take the leap and explore the world of gynecology. Haha.

[@shoulda_beena_cowboy]

Hey I cant find any other videos on this car. Do i need to remove the whole knuckle to just replace the lower ball joint? Thanks

[@bwest-yq3uc]

Enjoy the video but the noise make it unbearable... later..

[@patmurch6184]

Probably wouldn't want to fix your own vehicle if the noise aNNOYS you

[@moneymac2864]

I just rebuilt the driveshaft on my 1996 cummins 12 valve...ujoints are never fun...and the carrier bearing I replaced with a national carrier bearing because the old one was toast...next are the ball joints...again never fun lol. Anyway love your channel cheers and may Yaweh (God) Bless you

[@ThecardoctorTV]

Good for you, never fun but a quick way to save money over paying someone else to do it. Just did some GM rear driveshaft u-joints today, not fun if you don't have a nice press. Blessings!

[@patmurch6184]

That torque wrench sounds like a medical doctor's gadget

[@motube2389]

Can you plz put a link from where to buy the light you were using/holding

[@gergemall]

Thank you, you make it look so easy. Thank you doctor .

[@joe-rm5tg]

Where did purchase the lower ball joints from ?

[@denisst-cyr3558]

Hi Tim...UR opinion please : How far can I go (kilometers) with my 09 Sonata..with original ball joints and upper ctrl arms ? What was the apprx kilometers on this 08 Sonata ? Denis here...from Montreal region... Great vid ! as usual THKS !

[@martixagent]

around 185k miles, mine all needed replaced.

[@ivanmitchell3876]

wow,thank you so much.my next project 2 tackle.

[@shanebrander]

What sized socket is the strut mount nuts

[@ureasmith3049]

Did one side this afternoon. Your instructions made it a breeze. Wow! Those upper and lower Ball joints were in super bad shape. Thanks again.

[@ThecardoctorTV]

Awesome

[@tiamor100]

What States are you?

[@ThecardoctorTV]

I’m in the state of decline.

[@jonathanespinoza-tamayo6]

Great video. Question, could I remove and replace the lower ball joint without having to remove the knuckle?

[@ThecardoctorTV]

No

[@motube2389]

What’s the size for the axle nut ?

[@davidd8435]

The engineers were asleep when they designed that brake hose and wheel sensor wrapped all around the strut and knuckle.

[@ThecardoctorTV]

It’s a real cobbled up mess I tell you. Strange design for sure.

[@anthonydixon9908]

Thanks great video

[@thomastommy1192]

As always an Awesome great video. Very educational. Tim, you are the Best of the Best. I always look forward to your videos. I hope you have a blessed week.

[@ThecardoctorTV]

Thanks buddy. IM sure it was really educational, especially the phone call part. haha

[@cory8791]

Did the upper ball joint need a longer castle nut? Great vid!!!

[@ThecardoctorTV]

Or it needed a shorter stud I guess. But actually the same as the original for some reason. Thanks for dropping by!

[@latrishabell6608]

Thanks dude

[@achillesmtzb.9006]

Good video sir ,,, I just wonder the torque that you applied on the two bolts of the lower ball joint to the backing plate Thanks a lot for the information

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Good video the car doctor lol the phone call

[@ThecardoctorTV]

Hehe, my mind is a dark place.

[@patmurch6184]

Gotta have a sense of humor! For me it's also coping skill I've developed to deal with the frustrations of working on my cars!

[@brotherbrian1]

I've not seen a rotor with 2 screws holding it on. Those impact screwdrivers are a lifesaver.

[@Longtrailside]

You can get them for your impact gun (electric or air)also. Work great.

[@ThecardoctorTV]

Yes, not sure why they even do that really since the tire holds it on just fine. Oh well.

[@Longtrailside]

Assembly line at the manufacturing plant, so the rotor don't fall off while the car is being assembled.

[@Longtrailside]

Thanks for posting the poo car,lol. So what happened to the strap on did the batteries die?

[@ThecardoctorTV]

I think there’s something wrong with my torque wrench. I replaced the batteries but it still vibrates and beeps and turns off and on all the time. Seems to be something with the connection at the end cap.

[@Longtrailside]

Thanks for getting back to me about that. I have one in 1/2 drive one. may want to do a video about it and the outcome. A lot of other people own those and would like to see the outcome. Just an idea for another video from you. Thanks and take care.

[@ThecardoctorTV]

I just tore it apart and saw this comment. It had a bad solder joint on the negative wire at the end of the battery holder and end cap. I repaired it then proceeded to put back together and broke two more wires in the process of screwing it back together. Ordering some more tiny wire. what a crappy design.

[@pf465]

It's a Snap On is what happened

[@justinp8946]

Very nice! I like that torque wrench

[@ThecardoctorTV]

Thanks! It’s acting up on me so I hope the snapon Guy comes today and can fix it.

[@pf465]

@@ThecardoctorTV Snap on is garbage these days. Go Matco or frick even HF in some cases are better than Fap Off

[@achillesmtzb.9006]

What are the socket size that you use for each bolt and the ball joint??? Thanks a lot for the information

[@comingundone27]

First!

[@maryharris73020]

LMAO @ rolling poo

[@NotMuchHere]

i am curious if you ever realigned that girls rear end and took her out for a fast time on the highway

[@MrLowriderlicoln1977]

I have a question, my friend just bought one and it pulls to the right bad