Contents: Removal ⇓ Checking and adjusting ⇓
Tightening torque, Nm
Removal
1. Remove the intake manifold assembly.
2. Disconnect the clamps securing the power steering pressure and drain hoses.
3. Drain the power steering fluid.
4. Disconnect the power steering pressure and drain line fittings from the steering gear.
5. Disconnect the steering shaft assembly from the steering gear on the passenger side.
6. Remove the clamp, pull out the boot and remove the boot mounting plate.
7. Raise the car on the lift.
8. Remove the front wheels.
9. After removing the cotter pin, disconnect the steering rod from the steering knuckle using a special tool.
10. Remove the stabilizer mounting bracket on the right side.
11. Remove the front muffler assembly.
12. Remove the steering gear mounting brackets and the bracket that supports both (pressure and drain) pipeline.
13. Remove the steering gear assembly towards the right side of the vehicle.
Checking and adjusting
Place the crankcase in a vice with soft jaws.
Gear preload
1. To measure the preload, rotate the drive gear at a speed of 1 revolution per 4-6 seconds. Compare the obtained value with the standard value.
Total gear preload (standard value) — 0.6-1.3 Nm
Note: Preload is measured over the entire stroke length of the rack.
2. If the measured value is not within the standard value, first adjust the bearing plug, then recheck the overall gear preload.
3. If the adjustment fails to achieve the required overall gear preload, check or replace the bearing plug components.
Steering tie rod resistance
1. Rock the steering rod hard 10 times.
2. Using a spring scale, measure the steering rod swing resistance.
Steering tie rod resistance (standard value) — 8-22 N (2-5 Nm)
3. If the measured value exceeds the upper standard value, replace the steering rod assembly.
Note: If the steering rod swings smoothly and without excessive play, it can be used even if the measured value is below the lower standard value. If the obtained value is less than 4.3 N, replace the steering rod.
[This publication is based on information from the portal HYUNDAIBOOK.RU]