Kia Sportage: Steering System / Repair procedures
Service Adjustment Procedure
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Steering Wheel Play Inspection |
1. |
Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are facing straight
ahead.
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2. |
Measure the distance that the steering wheel can be turned with out
moving the front wheels.
Standard value: 0 - 30mm (1.1811in.) or less
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3. |
If the play exceeds standard value, inspect the steering column, shaft,
and linkages.
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Checking Stationary Steering Effort |
1. |
Position the vehicle on a level surface and place the steering wheel
in the straight ahead position.
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2. |
Start the engine and turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several
times to warm up the power steering fluid.
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3. |
Attach a spring scale to the steering wheel. With the idle RPM, pull
the scale and read it as soon as the tires begin to turn.
Standard value: 3.0 kgf MAX.
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4. |
If the measured value exceeds standard value, inspect the steering gear
box.
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Special Service Tools
Tool Name / Number
IIIustration
Description
Lower arm ball joint remover
0K545-A9100
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Troubleshooting
Symptom
Probable cause
Remedy
play in steering
Loose yoke plug
Retighten
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Other information:
Description
The Seat Belt Pretensioners (BPT) are installed inside Center Pillar (LH & RH).
When a vehicle crashes with a certain degree of frontal impact, the pretensioner
seat belt helps to reduce the severity of injury to the front seat occupants
by retracting the sea ...
Component Location
1. Outside rear view mirror
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