Kia Forte: Chassis / Steering Gear Rack, Linkage and Boots
Repair procedures
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Check the steering wheel free road.
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Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels can face straight
ahead.
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Measure the distance the steering wheel can be turned without
moving the front wheels.
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Standard value: 0 - 30mm (0 - 1.1811in.) or less
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If the play exceeds standard value, inspect the steering column,
shaft, and linkages.
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| 2. |
Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage.
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Check that the dust parking and cap are not damaged.
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Check that the Bellows bands are not loose.
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Check that the steering gear box is not damaged.
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| (4) |
Check that the column and shaft are properly connected to the
steering gear box.
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Repair procedures
Inspection
Check whether the stroke is within specification when the parking brake lever
is depressed with 44 lbf, 196 N(20 kgf) of force. Also, the parking brake alo ...
Repair procedures
Inspection
Visually check, must be free from injurious flaw and crack. ...
Other information:
Immobilizer Indicator
Light (Without Smart Key)
This indicator light illuminates:
• When the vehicle detects the
immobilizer in your key while the
ignition switch is ON.
- At this time, you can start the
engine.
- The indicator light goes off after
starting the engine.
This indic ...
1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Remove the socket from the
assembly by turning the socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slots on
the assembly.
3. Remove the bulb from the socket
by pressing it in and rotating it
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the bulb a ...
Parking Brake
Suspension Ball Joints