Kia Forte BD Quiz
Steering

Column and MDPS Housing

In this manual: Steering
General Information — 8Maintenance — 32Engine Mechanical System — 47Engine Electrical System — 17Emission Control System — 10Engine Control System/Fuel System — 32Clutch System — 11Manual Transmission — 11DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) System — 16Drive Shaft and Axle — 8Suspension System — 26Steering — 9Restraints — 11Brake System — 27Body (Interior and Exterior) — 119Body Electrical System — 98Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 27
20steps
~120min
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Repair Procedures

Removal

  1. Remove the steering column and shaft assembly.

    (Refer to Electric Power Steering — "Steering Column and Shaft")

  2. Remove the MDPS control unit.

    (Refer to Electric Power Steering — "MDPS Control Unit")

  3. Remove the MDPS motor.

    (Refer to Electric Power Steering — "MDPS Motor")

Installation

  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.

  2. Perform "Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration" and "Steering Torque Sensor Zero Point Adjustment."

  3. Perform "EPS Type Recognition".

Diagnosis Using KDS

Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration and Steering Torque Zero Point Adjustment

  1. Connect the diagnostic link connector (16-pin) located under the driver's side. Connect the diagnostic tool to the link connector, then turn the ignition on.

  2. On the KDS screen, select the "Vehicle Model" and "Electric Power Steering (EPS)" selection screens.

  3. On the KDS screen, select "Steering Wheel Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration," then select OK.

  4. Continue the test according to the instructions on the screen.

  5. On the KDS screen, select "Set Steering Zero Torque," then select OK.

  6. Continue the test according to the instructions on the screen.

  7. Clear the diagnostic trouble code.

  8. Turn the IG switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds before starting the engine. Then check that the MDPS operates correctly.

EPS Type Recognition

  1. Connect the diagnostic link connector (16-pin) located under the driver's side. Connect the diagnostic tool to the link connector, then turn the ignition on.

  2. On the KDS screen, select the "Vehicle Model" and "Electric Power Steering (EPS)" selection screens.

  3. On the KDS screen, select "EPS Type Recognition," then select OK.

  4. Continue the test according to the instructions on the screen.

  5. Clear the diagnostic trouble code.

  6. Turn the IG switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds before starting the engine. Then check that the MDPS operates correctly.

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