Hyundai Sonata LF Quiz
Steering

Steering Column and Shaft Repair Procedures

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General Information — 9Engine Mechanical System — 90Engine Electrical System — 58Emission Control System — 24Engine Control System/Fuel System — 114Drive Shaft and Axle — 15Suspension System — 35Steering — 19Restraints — 50Brake System — 54Body (Interior and Exterior) — 213Body Electrical System — 241Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 56DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) System — 52
44steps
~269min
5/5difficulty
1special tools
02040608010037.328N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Removal

[For C-MDPS Type]
Back up the ECU data before replacing the ECU. Backup data is stored by VIN. Before replacing the MDPS motor, confirm the last two digits of the constant value on the engine barcode.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery and wait at least 30 seconds.
  2. Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels point straight ahead.
  3. Remove the airbag module.
  4. Remove the DAB module.
    1. Disconnect the airbag connector (A).
    2. Disconnect the horn connector (B).
    3. Remove the clip (C).
  5. Loosen the steering wheel lock bolt properly. Separate the steering wheel using SST (09561-11001).
  6. Fully loosen the steering wheel lock bolt, then remove the steering wheel.
  7. Remove the steering column covers (A) and (B).
  8. Disconnect the connector and remove the clock spring (A).
    When installing the clock spring, follow the procedure below.
    1. Press the Auto Lock button at the 6 o'clock position and turn clockwise 3 turns.
    2. Press the Auto Lock button at the 6 o'clock position and turn counterclockwise 3 turns.
    3. If the white cable is visible through the 10 o'clock neutral check window, the clock spring is in the neutral position.
    Normal Abnormal
  9. Disconnect the multifunction switch connector.
  10. Loosen the screw and remove the multifunction switches (A).
  11. Remove the lower airbag cover,
  12. Loosen the knee bag mounting nut for the AIG (A) and disconnect the connector (B).
  13. Disconnect the ECU connectors (A) and (B).
  14. Disconnect the wiring connected to the steering column assembly.
  15. Loosen the universal joint bolt (A), then disconnect the universal joint assembly.

    Tightening torque: 32.4 ~ 37 N·m
    • Lock the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position to prevent damage to the inner cable of the clock spring when handling the steering wheel.
    • Do not reuse the bolt.
  16. Remove the steering column and EPS unit by loosening the mounting bolt (B) and nuts (A). Tightening torque Nut: 25.0 ~ 29 N·m Bolt: 44.1 ~ 49 N·m
  17. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    • After installation, perform ASP calibration and EPS type recognition.

[For R-MDPS Type]

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery and wait at least 30 seconds.
  2. Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels point straight ahead.
  3. Remove the airbag module.
  4. Remove the DAB module.
    1. Disconnect the airbag connector (A).
    2. Disconnect the horn connector (B).
    3. Remove the clip (C).
  5. Loosen the steering wheel lock bolt properly. Separate the steering wheel using SST (09561-11001).
  6. Fully loosen the steering wheel lock bolt, then remove the steering wheel.
  7. Remove the steering column covers (A) and (B).
  8. Disconnect the connector and remove the clock spring (A).
    When installing the clock spring, follow the procedure below.
    1. Press the Auto Lock button at the 6 o'clock position and turn clockwise 3 turns.
    2. Press the Auto Lock button at the 6 o'clock position and turn counterclockwise 3 turns.
    3. If the white cable is visible through the 10 o'clock neutral check window, the clock spring is in the neutral position.
    Normal Abnormal
  9. Disconnect the multifunction switch connector.
  10. Loosen the screw and remove the multifunction switches (A).
  11. Remove the lower airbag cover,
  12. Loosen the knee bag mounting nut for the AIG (A) and disconnect the connector (B).
  13. Disconnect the wiring connected to the steering column assembly.
  14. Loosen the universal joint bolt (A), then disconnect the universal joint assembly.

    Tightening torque: 32.4 ~ 37 N·m
    • Lock the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position to prevent damage to the inner cable of the clock spring when handling the steering wheel.
    • Do not reuse the bolt.
  15. Remove the steering column and EPS unit by loosening the mounting bolt (B) and nuts (A). Tightening torque Nut: 25.0 ~ 29 N·m Bolt: 44.1 ~ 49 N·m

Disassembly

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 lock assembly from the steering column assembly.
  3. Assembly is the reverse of disassembly.

Universal Joint Assembly

  1. Loosen the bolt (A) and then disconnect the universal joint assembly from the steering column assembly.

    Tightening torque: 49.1 ~ 59 N·m

  2. Assembly is the reverse of disassembly.
    • Lock the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position to prevent damage to the inner cable of the clock spring when handling the steering wheel.
    • Do not reuse the bolt.

Installation

  1. Installation is the reverse of removal.
  2. Connect the scan tool to the diagnostic link connector (16-pin) under the protective cover on the driver's seat side, then turn the ignition on to activate the scan tool.
  3. In the GDS vehicle type selection menu, select "Vehicle Type" and "EPS System," then select "OK."
  4. Select ASP Calibration.
  5. Continue the test in accordance with the instructions on the screen.
  6. Select "EPS Variant Coding".
  7. Continue the test in accordance with the instructions on the screen.

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