Kia Sorento XM 2011-2023 Repair Manual
Disassembly of Steering Column and Shaft
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5steps
~30min
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Universal Joint Assembly
- Loosen the bolt (A), then disconnect the universal joint assembly from the steering column assembly.
Tightening Torque: 49.0 ~ 59 N·m

- Assembly is the reverse of disassembly.
- Using a punch, make a groove in the head of the special bolts (A).

- Loosen the special bolt using a screwdriver, then remove the steering column key lock assembly.
- Assembly is the reverse of disassembly.
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