Kia Forte BD Quiz
Steering

Steering Column and Shaft

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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
34steps
~204min
4/5difficulty
0204060801004936N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Repair Procedures

Removal and Installation

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

  2. Turn the steering wheel so the front wheels face straight ahead.

  3. Remove the driver airbag module.

    (Refer to "Restraint System - Driver Airbag Module (DAB) and Clock Spring")

  4. Disconnect the steering wheel connector (A).

  5. Loosen the bolt (A) and remove the steering wheel (B).

    Tightening torque: 44.1–49 N·m

  6. Remove the steering column cover panel.

    (Refer to Body - "Steering Column Shroud Panel")

  7. Remove the clockspring.

    (Refer to "Restraint System - Driver Airbag Module (DAB) and Clock Spring")

  8. Remove the multifunction switch assembly.

    (Refer to Body Electrical System - "Multifunction Switch")

  9. Remove the airbag lower panel.

    (Refer to Body - "Lower Instrument Panel Cover")

  10. Disconnect the MDPS connector (A).

  11. Disconnect all connectors connected to the steering column.

  12. Loosen the bolt (A) and remove the universal joint (B).

    Tightening torque: 32.4 - 37 N·m

  13. Loosen the steering column lower mounting bolt (A).

    Tightening torque: 53.9 - 59 N·m

  14. Loosen the upper steering column mounting nuts (A) and remove the steering column and shaft (B).

    Tightening torque: 24.5–29 N·m

  15. Install in the reverse order of removal.

  16. Perform "Steering Wheel Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration" and "EPS Type Recognition."

Disassembly

Universal Joint Assembly

  1. Loosen the bolt and remove the universal joint assembly (A).

    Tightening Torque: 49.0–59 N·m

  2. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Key Lock Assembly

  1. Using a punch, make a groove in the head of the special bolts (A).

  2. Loosen the special bolt using a screwdriver, then remove the key lock assembly from the steering column assembly.

  3. Assembly is the reverse of disassembly.

Inspection

  1. Inspect the steering column for damage and deformation.

  2. Inspect the joint bearing for damage and wear.

  3. Inspect the tilt bracket for damage and cracks.

Diagnosis Using KDS

Steering Wheel Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration

  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.

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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