Kia Sorento XM 2011-2023 Repair Manual

Disassembly of Steering Column and Shaft

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5steps
~30min
2/5difficulty
02040608010058.843N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Universal Joint Assembly
  1. Loosen the bolt (A), then disconnect the universal joint assembly from the steering column assembly.

    Tightening Torque: 49.0 ~ 59 N·m

  2. Assembly is the reverse of disassembly.
  3. Using a punch, make a groove in the head of the special bolts (A).
  4. Loosen the special bolt using a screwdriver, then remove the steering column key lock assembly.
  5. Assembly is the reverse of disassembly.
Key Lock Assembly

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