Need Help?

2002 Kia Sedona EX 4dr Auto

2002 Kia Sedona
Trim Info:
Front Wheel Drive, 4 Door EX, 2WD Minivan
15 mpg city / 20 mpg hwy
Other Trims
Do you own this car?
Estimated Mileage
 Miles
Enter current mileage for most
accurate info about this vehicle


Track Your Service Records
Get Recall Alerts
Get Updated Value Estimates on Your Car.
back to question list

Ask the Community

Ask Our Auto Mechanics


December 9, 2012, 6:44 am

Mike M
 

Question: 2008 Kia Sedona 65k miles

I brought my car into get an oil change. They noticed that I needed. Suspension Control Arm Replacement - Front, Lower. They suggested I bring it to a dealer to see if was covered underwarranty. Its not. The dealer said I needed all four subframe bushings replaced as well. So seems to me either the first mechanic missed it or the dealer is trying to sell me something I dont need. Any thoughts?
Answer This Question


December 12, 2012, 9:03 pm

Tyler O
Expert Mechanic

I'd probably replace the control arm if there is any play or worn bushings. The subframe bushings aren't likely to be worn out with under 150k


0/0 users found this helpful.

Ask our panel of certified auto mechanics a question. We pay for their advice so you don't have to



My Auto Score

See the free AutoCheck score

Meet The Experts
Kim Perrin
Kim Perrin is our resident mechanic here at DriverSide. Kim worked as…
Tyler Orr
Tyler Orr is an expert in German and Japanese cars and has been a mechanic …
Elizabeth Kriesten
Elizabeth Kriesten worked as an automotive technician for several years at Dodge…
Tips on Servicing

Car Brakes: How Do You Know When to Change Them?

By Zach Bowman For those who suffer a daily commute through heavy traffic, your vehicle's braking system can bring thousands of pounds of metal, plastic and empty Starbucks cups to a stop hundreds of times before you get to work. It goes without saying that these pieces wear out, but they do so slowly, meaning you may not notice they need attention until ...

Read more…