OE 97942-845 — Universal Joint for Hyundai / Kia

Every shipment of 97942-845 leaves with a packing list, photo documentation and a QC report. Warranty terms are agreed per contract and reference that inspection record; claims are settled in writing against the documentation.

The Related OE References table above lists the alternates we see most often in trade inquiries. Cross-references work because the engineering envelope is shared across the suspension, steering & brake family — always confirm dimensions and connector layout before you swap.

For a short distance at reduced load, usually yes — but the risk compounds. A degraded universal joint transfers stress to neighbouring components, so a small repair can grow into a full suspension, steering & brake rebuild. Book the replacement once the symptom is repeatable.

Aftermarket universal joint comes from tooling houses that hold the original drawings or licensed equivalents. KingMay sources from vetted factories and inspects each batch; the manufacturer name is available on request where your market requires origin documentation.

KingMay supplies OEM-grade aftermarket parts built to the 97942-845 factory specification: material grade, dimensional tolerance and surface finish follow the original tooling. They are not dealer-boxed genuine parts, and we quote them that way so there is no ambiguity at customs.

Position depends on the platform. On most Hyundai / Kia applications the universal joint sits on the suspension, steering & brake assembly and can be reached from the engine bay or the underbody without removing the dashboard. Torque figures and disassembly order are given in the workshop manual for each model.