Kia Stinger: Steering System

Steering Wheel Play Inspection

1
Turn the steering wheel so the front wheels face straight ahead.
2
Measure the distance the steering wheel can be turned without moving the front wheels.

Specification: 0–30 mm (1.1811 in) or less
3
If the play exceeds the specified value, inspect the steering column, shaft, and linkage.

Inspection of Stationary Steering Effort

1
Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.
2
Start the engine and turn the steering wheel lock to lock several times to warm up the power steering fluid.
3
Attach a spring scale to the steering wheel. With the engine idling, pull the scale and read it as soon as the tires begin to rotate.

Standard value: 3.0 kgf max.
4
If the measured value exceeds the standard value, inspect the steering gear box.

Symptom	Probable Cause	Remedy
Steering wheel play	Loose Clamp Cap	Tighten
	Steering Gear Mounting Bolts Loose	Tighten
	Loose or worn tie rod end	Tighten or replace as necessary
Steering Wheel Does Not Return Properly	Excessive Tie Rod End Turning Resistance	Replace
	Clamp Bolt Overtightened	Adjust
	Tie rod end and/or ball joint does not rotate smoothly	Replace
	Loose transaxle mounting bracket and/or worn steering shaft joint	Tighten
	Worn steering shaft joint and/or body bushing	Repair or replace
Knocking or clunking in rack and pinion	Loose transaxle bracket	Tighten
	Loose tie rod end and/or ball joint	Tighten
	Worn tie rod and/or ball joint	Replace

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