LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Kia >> 2020 >> Soul GT Line Turbo >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different car >> Section 62 (Maintenance) >> Chassis >> Steering Gear Rack, Linkage & Boots >> Repair Procedures >> Inspection

Repair Procedures: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Kia Soul. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Check the steering wheel free road.
    1. Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels can face straight ahead.
    2. Measure the distance the steering wheel can be turned without moving the front wheels.

      Standard value:  0 - 30mm (0 - 1.1811in.) or less

    3. If the play exceeds standard value, inspect the steering column, shaft, and linkages.
    G13280235Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage.
    1. Check that the dust parking and cap are not damaged.
    2. Check that the Bellows bands are not loose.
    3. Check that the steering gear box is not damaged.
    4. Check that the column and shaft are properly connected to the steering gear box.
scientia non olet · About LEMON Manuals