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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| (2) |
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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| (3) |
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.
| (1) |
Check that the dust parking and cap are not damaged.
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| (2) |
Check that the Bellows bands are not loose.
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| (3) |
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:
Electric power steering (EPS)
Power steering uses a motor to
assist you in steering the vehicle. If
the engine is off or if the power steering
system becomes inoperative, the
vehicle may still be steered, but it will
require increased steering effort.
The electric power steering is contr ...
General information
Basic Service Symbols
There are five primary symbols used to complement illustrations. These symbols
indicate the part to apply such materials during service.
Symbol
Meaning
Do not reuse the part. Replac ...
Parking Brake
Suspension Ball Joints