Kia Stinger: Chassis / Steering Gear Rack, Linkage and Boots
Repair procedures
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Check the steering wheel free road.
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Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are facing straight
ahead.
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Measure the distance where the steering wheel can be turned without
moving the front wheels.
Standard value: 0 ~ 30mm (1.18in.) or less
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If the play exceeds standard value, inspect the steering column,
shaft, and linkages.

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2. |
Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage.
(1) |
Check that the dust parking and cap are not damaged.
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Check that the Bellows bands are not loose.
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Check that the steering gear box is not damaged.
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(4) |
Check that the column and shaft are properly connected to the
steering gear box.
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Repair procedures
Inspection
Check whether the stroke is within specification when the parking brake pedal
is depressed with 66 lb, 294 N(30 kg) of force. Also, the parking brake alone ...
Repair procedures
Inspection
Visually check to be sure that there are no flaws and cracks that may cause injury.
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Other information:
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free, calcium-based battery.
If the battery becomes discharged in a short time (because, for example,
the headlamps or interior lamps were left on while the vehicle was not in use),
recharge it by slow charging (trickle) for 10 hours.
If the battery gradual ...
Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Detach the clip and then remove the hood weatherstrip (A).
Be careful not to scratch the hood weatherstrip.
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