Kia Optima DL3 Quiz
Steering

Column and MDPS Housing

In this manual: Steering
General Information — 8Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) — 21Maintenance — 27Engine Mechanical System — 45Engine Electrical System — 11Emission Control System — 11Engine Control System/Fuel System — 25Automatic Transmission — 20Drive Shaft and Axle — 7Suspension System — 22Steering — 7Restraints — 11Brake System — 22Body (Interior and Exterior) — 116Body Electrical System — 90Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 32
16steps
~96min
4/5difficulty
02040608010058.843N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Repair Procedures

Removal

  1. Align the steering wheel so that the front wheels point straight ahead.

  2. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

  3. Remove the multifunction switch module.

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

  4. Remove the wire clip (A) from the steering column.

  5. Remove the driver side vent (A) after loosening the mounting screw.

  6. Disconnect the MDPS power supply connectors (A).

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

    Tightening Torque: 49.0–59 N·m

  8. Remove the stop lamp switch.

    (Refer to Brake System - "Stop Lamp Switch")

  9. Loosen the mounting bolts and nuts, then remove the strut and MDPS housing (A).

    Tightening Torque

    Bolt: 53.9–59 N·m

    Nut: 25.0–29 N·m

Disassembly

  1. Loosen the mounting bolt, then remove the steering universal joint assembly (A).

    Tightening Torque: 49.0–59 N·m

Installation

  1. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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.

  4. Check the key lock operation and replace it if necessary.

Installation

  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.

  2. Perform "EPS Type Recognition" using the KDS.

    (Refer to MDPS System - "Diagnosis by KDS")

  3. Perform "SAS Calibration" using the KDS.

    (Refer to MDPS System - "Diagnosis by KDS")

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