Troubleshooting (Non-Power Steering) (Hyundai Accent LC)

Sign	Probable cause	Method of elimination
Increased steering wheel free play	The steering gear is not securely fastened	Tighten it up
	Steering gear bolts not tightened securely	Tighten the bolts
	Excessive play or wear in the tie rod end	Replace the tie rod end
The steering wheel turns with difficulty	Tie rod end ball joint turning torque too high	Replace the tie rod end
	The steering rack is too tight	Adjust the tension
	The inner tie rod joint or ball joint is difficult to turn	Lubricate or replace the ball joint
	The steering gear is damaged	Replace the steering gear
	The steering shaft joints or body seal ring are worn out	Replace
	The steering gear pinion bearing is damaged	Replace
The steering wheel does not return to its original position properly	Tie rod end ball joint turning torque too high	Replace the tie rod end
	The steering rack is too tight	Adjust the tension
	The inner tie rod joint or ball joint is difficult to turn	Lubricate or replace the ball joint
	The steering shaft joints or body seal ring are worn out	Replace