KYB Suspension Strut Mount P/N:SM5055
Help quiet a clunking, harsh-riding front corner with the KYB strut mount SM5193 — a front strut mount that isolates the top of the strut from the body and serves as the upper steering pivot. It installs as a direct-fit replacement for the front position on many vehicles, among them the 1996-2006 Hyundai Elantra, 2004-2009 Kia Spectra and 2005-2009 Kia SPECTRA5 (see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list and engine-level fitment). Also searched as a KYB shock mount or KYB strut top mount, this KYB top mount replaces old, hardened vibration insulators that transmit noise and vibration into the cabin.
Front bearing plates act as the steering pivots and support vehicle weight, so they are critical to steering feel and wheel alignment. If a worn strut mount is the source of noise, binding steering or a rough ride, this KYB unit replaces it.
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What is a suspension strut mount and what does it do?
It connects the top of the strut assembly to the vehicle body, isolates road vibration and noise, and on the front acts as the upper pivot for the steering.
Does this KYB strut mount fit my vehicle?
SM5193 fits the front position on many vehicles, among them the 1996-2006 Hyundai Elantra, 2004-2009 Kia Spectra and 2005-2009 Kia SPECTRA5. Check the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list and engine-level details.
Is this a front or rear strut mount?
It is a front strut mount. The front bearing plate serves as the steering pivot and helps support vehicle weight, making it important to steering feel and wheel alignment.
Does the KYB strut mount include a bearing and hardware?
Yes. It has a mount bearing for smoother steering, plus matched-grade studs and nuts for installation.
What are the signs a strut top mount may need replacing?
Common signs include clunking or knocking over bumps, increased noise and vibration, or binding, notchy steering. Diagnose the cause before replacing, as other suspension parts can produce similar symptoms.
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