Dorman 698-461 front left steering knuckle assembly for the 2011 Kia Optima arrives with the wheel bearing and hub already pressed in. This Dorman steering knuckle, also searched as a wheel bearing and hub assembly, is one loaded unit.
- Dorman OE FIX loaded knuckle that replaces the old route of a hydraulic press and several separate parts
- Pre-pressed assembly with all critical components ready to install out of the box
- Fewer individual corroded components to wrestle with, which saves hours
- Steel knuckle with a painted finish
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 698-461 steering knuckle assembly
- Also called: wheel bearing and hub assembly, steering knuckle kit
- Fits: 2011 Kia Optima
- Position: Front left
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A worn wheel bearing can show up as a hum or growl from the front left that changes with speed, or as vibration through the wheel. Before you replace the knuckle, rule out tire wear, a brake rotor problem and a worn CV axle, since each can produce a similar noise or vibration. Both front knuckles are normally replaced together, but this listing is one front left knuckle and the front right is a separate part.
Fits
This is a direct-fit replacement for the front left side of the 2011 Kia Optima.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front left
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Spline quantity: 27
Build and materials
- Type: pre-pressed loaded knuckle with hub included
- Material: steel
- Finish: painted
- Grade: standard replacement
- Axle: not included
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One loaded knuckle, two washers, one cotter pin and one castle nut; the front left position takes one. No other mounting hardware, axle or instruction manual is included, so plan on new bolts, since old ones may not be reusable.
Interchange: 5172038110 · 5175039603 · 517552T950 · SK698461 · WLK461
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
5172038110, 5175039603, 517552T950, SK698461, WLK461
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Dorman 698-461 fit the left side of a 2011 Kia Optima?
Yes. Dorman 698-461 is the front left steering knuckle assembly for the 2011 Kia Optima. The front right side is a separate part.
What hardware comes with the Dorman 698-461 steering knuckle kit?
This front left knuckle comes with two washers, one cotter pin and one castle nut. The axle and an instruction manual are not included.
Is the hub already installed in this loaded knuckle?
Yes. The hub is included and the knuckle comes pre-pressed, so no hydraulic press is needed; the spline quantity is 27.
What is this front left knuckle made of?
The knuckle is steel with a painted finish, and its grade is standard replacement.
Does Dorman 698-461 replace SK698461 or WLK461?
Yes. SK698461 and WLK461 are both listed as interchange numbers for Dorman 698-461, along with 5172038110, 5175039603 and 517552T950.
