Hyundai Elantra AD Quiz
Steering

Troubleshooting

In this manual: Steering
General Information — 9Engine Mechanical System — 84Engine Electrical System — 60Emission Control System — 24Engine Control System/Fuel System — 90Automatic Transmission — 92Drive Shaft and Axle — 20Suspension System — 31Steering — 20Restraints — 50Brake System — 63Body (Interior and Exterior) — 214Body Electrical System — 221Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 71
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Troubleshooting

Symptom of Malfunction Symptom Cause Remedy
Excessive Steering Play Loose U-joint Bolt Tighten or replace as necessary
Loose Clamp Cap Tighten
Steering Gear Mounting Bolts Loose Tighten
Loose or worn tie rod end Tighten or replace as necessary
Steering Wheel Does Not Return to Center Excessive Tie Rod End Turning Resistance Replace
Clamp Bolt Overtightened Adjust
The tie rod and/or ball joint does not swivel smoothly Replace
Loose transmission mounting to subframe Tighten
Worn steering shaft joint and/or body bushing Repair or replace
Deformed strut Replace
Knocking or clunking in rack and pinion Loose steering gear box mounting Move
Loose tie rod end and/or ball joint Replace
Worn tie rod and/or ball joint Replace
Loose Clamp Cap Replace

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