Kia Sportage: Chassis / Steering Gear Rack, Linkage and Boots Repair procedures
| 1. |
Check the steering wheel free road.
| (1) |
Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels can face straight
ahead.
|
| (2) |
Measure the distance the steering wheel can be turned without
moving the front wheels.
|
Standard value: 30mm (1.18in.) or less
|
|
| (3) |
If the play exceeds standard value, inspect the steering column,
shaft, and linkages.
|
|
| 2. |
Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage.
| (1) |
Check that the dust parking and cap are not damaged.
|
| (2) |
Check that the Bellows bands are not loose.
|
| (3) |
Check that the steering gear box is not damaged.
|
| (4) |
Check that the column and shaft are properly connected to the
steering gear box.
|
|
Inspection
Check whether the stroke is within specification when the parking brake pedal
is depressed with 66 lb, 294 N(30 kg) of force. Also, the parking brake alone
should secu ...
Inspection
Visually check, must be free from injurious flaw and crack. ...
Other information:
Component Location
1. Rear drive shaft (LH)
2. Rear drive shaft (RH)
...
Filter inspection
The climate control air filter should be replaced according to the Maintenance
Schedule. If the vehicle is operated in severely air-polluted cities or on dusty
rough roads for a long period, it should be inspected more frequently and replaced
earlier. When you replace the cl ...
Parking Brake Repair procedures
Suspension Ball Joints Repair procedures