Tips for operating suspension ball joint
It is necessary to monitor the integrity of the seals. The presence of fractures leads to the penetration of dirt, sand and water into the system and its rapid deterioration.
Damaged seals should be changed immediately.
It is recommended to drive carefully on the roads of poor quality. If possible, they should be avoided.
The average life of the ball joint is 15-120 thousand kilometers.
Symptoms of suspension ball joints failure
- the presence of extraneous sounds in the suspension when driving over bumps;
- creak when turning the steering wheel;
- uneven tire wear;
- rotating the steering wheel requires greater effort;
- Unstable motion in a straight trajectory.
Causes of suspension ball joint faults
- vehicle operation on roads with poor quality surface;
- aggressive driving style;
- damage to the boot;
- Use of substandard parts.
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KIA - CERATO Saloon (2004-2009) - 1600 CC
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KIA - PICANTO (2004-2011) - 1000 CC
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KIA - PICANTO (2004-2011) - 1100 CC
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KIA - RIO III (2012-2017) - 1600 CC
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KIA - RIO III (2012-2017) - 1400 CC
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HYUNDAI - ACCENT I (1994-2000) - 1300 CC
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HYUNDAI - ACCENT I (1994-2000) - 1500 CC
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HYUNDAI - ACCENT II (1999-2006) - 1600 CC
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HYUNDAI - ACCENT II (1999-2006) - 1300 CC
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HYUNDAI - ACCENT II (1999-2006) - 1500 CC
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HYUNDAI - COUPE (2001-2012) - 1600 CC
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HYUNDAI - ELANTRA XD (2000-2006) - 1600 CC
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HYUNDAI - GETZ (2002-2012) - 1600 CC
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HYUNDAI - GETZ (2002-2012) - 1400 CC
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HYUNDAI - GETZ (2002-2012) - 1300 CC
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HYUNDAI - i20 (2008-2014) - 1400 CC
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HYUNDAI - ix20 (2010-) - 1600 CC
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HYUNDAI - MATRIX (2001-2010) - 1600 CC
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HYUNDAI - SONATA (1998-2005) - 2000 CC
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MITSUBISHI - LANCER (Crystala) (1996-2000) - 1600 CC
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MITSUBISHI - LANCER (Crystala) (1996-2000) - 1300 CC