09/12/2026
Master L**e Tech here, 2012 Kia Sorento EX trying to remove a stubborn 17mm suspension bolt located above the front left lower control arm, but it refuses to budge. I've already soaked it with PB Blaster, tried multiple breaker bars, and even used a DeWalt 20V MAX impact wrench, but nothing has worked.
After repeated attempts, the bolt head is starting to round off, so im hesitant to keep forcing it and make the situation even worse. I'm looking for advice on the safest and most effective way to remove the seized bolt before it becomes completely stripped.