Hyundai ix35 Strut Bearing Replacement: Korean SUV Mount Fix
Korean SUV Issue
ix35, Sportage and kin develop "clunk" turning in place after years - worn strut bearing.
Symptoms
- Louder cold/winter (dry grease)
- Periodic "click" at certain angles
- Vibration through the wheel
OE
- ix35 front bearing often 54610-2S000 family (confirm by year/engine)
- Sportage shares the platform
Fix
- Replace bearing (mount assembly recommended - rubber ages too)
- Seal the cap with grease against water
- Replace in pairs
- Align and road test
Huami supplies ix35/Sportage bearings and mounts.