Hyundai i20 Quiz
Steering System

Troubleshooting

In this manual: Steering System
General Information — 17Engine Mechanical System — 79Engine Electrical System — 50Emission Control System — 22Engine/Fuel Control System — 107Clutch System — 27MANUAL TRANSMISSION SYSTEM — 21Drive Shaft and Axle — 18Suspension System — 29Steering System — 21Restraint — 41Braking System — 53Body Work (Interior and Exterior) — 190Body Electrical System — 181Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning — 58
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TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom Probable Cause REMEDY
Excessive Steering Play Loosen the U-joint bolt. Tighten or replace as necessary.
Loose Yoke Cap Tighten
Steering Gear Mounting Bolts Loose Tighten
Worn or loose tie rod end Tighten or replace as necessary.
Improper steering wheel feedback Excessive resistance to tie rod end rotation Replace
Yoke cap too tight adjust
The tie rod and/or ball joint cannot rotate freely. Replace
Loose transmission mounting to subframe Tighten
Worn steering shaft seal and/or gaskets Repair or replace
Bent strut Replace
Knocking or metallic noise from the rack and pinion Loosen the steering gear mounting. Move
Loose tie rod end and/or ball joint Replace
Worn link and/or ball joint Replace
Loose Yoke Cap Replace

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