Steering System

Specifications
Item Specification
Motor Driven Power Steering
Type
Hydraulic Power Steering System
Type Rack & Pinion
Steering gear
Rack stroke 160mm
Steering Inner 39.06°±1°30’
angle(Max.) Outer 31.9°

Tightening Torques
Tightening torque (kgf.m)
Item
Nm kgf.m lb-ft
Tire wheel hub nuts 88.3 ~ 107.9 9.0 ~ 11.0 65.1 ~ 79.6
Steering wheel lock nut 39.2 ~ 49.0 4.0 ~ 5.0 28.9 ~ 36.2

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Steering column assembly to Universal joint 49.0 ~ 58.8 5.0 ~ 6.0 36.2 ~ 43.4
Steering column mounting bolts 44.1 ~ 49.0 4.5 ~ 5.0 32.5 ~ 36.2
Steering column mounting nuts 12.7 ~ 17.7 1.3 ~ 1.8 9.4 ~ 13.0
Universal joint to pinion of steering gear 32.4 ~ 37.3 3.3 ~ 3.8 23.9 ~ 27.5
Tie rod end castle nut 23.5 ~ 33.3 2.4 ~ 3.4 17.4 ~ 24.6
Steering gear box to sub freame 88.3 ~ 107.9 9.0 ~ 11.0 65.1 ~ 79.6
Stabilizer link nut 98.1 ~ 117.7 10.0 ~ 12.0 72.3 ~ 86.8
Roll rod mounting bolt & nut 107.9 ~ 127.5 11.0 ~13.0 79.6 ~ 94.0
Lower arm to knuckle 98.1 ~ 117.7 10.0 ~12.0 72.3 ~ 86.8
(A) 44.1 ~
4.5 ~ 6.0 32.5 ~ 43.4
58.8
Sub frame mounting bolts
(B) 156.9 ~ 115.7 ~
16.0 ~ 18.0
176.5 130.2
(A) 107.9 ~
11.0 ~ 13.0 79.6 ~ 94.0
127.5
Upper roll rod bracket bolt
(B) 49.0 ~
5.0 ~ 6.5 36.2 ~ 47.0
63.7

Steering System

Special Service Tools

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Tool (Number and Name) IIIustration Use
09561-11001 Remove the steering wheel
Steering wheel puller

Steering System

Service Adjustment Procedure

Steering Wheel Play Inspection
1. Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels can face straight ahead.
2. Measure the distance that the steering wheel can be turned with out moving the front wheels.

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

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3. If the play exceeds standard value, inspect the steering column, shaft, and linkages.
Checking Stationary Steering Effort
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface and place the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
2. Start the engine and turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times to warm up the power steering fluid.
3. Attach a spring scale to the steering wheel. With the engine speed 500 ~ 700RPM, pull the scale and read it as soon
as the tires begin to turn.

Standard value: 3.0kgf

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4. If the measured value exceeds standard value, inspect the power steering gear box and pump.
Power Steering Fluid Replacement

Always use genuine PSF. Using other type of power steering fluid or ATF can cause increased wear and poor steering
in cold weather.
1. Raise the reservoir and then disconnect the return hose to drain the reservoir. Be careful not to spill the fluid on the
body and parts. Wipe off any spilled fluid at once.
2. Connect a tube of suitable diameter to the disconnected return hose, and put the hose end in a suitable container.
3. Jack up the front wheels and turn the steering wheel from the lock to lock until fluid stops running out of the tube.
4. Reconnect the return hose to reservoir.
5. Fill the reservoir with the power steering fluid and then bleed the power steering system.
Steering System

Troubleshooting
Symptom Probable cause Remedy
play in steering Loose yoke plug Retighten

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Loose steering gear mounting bolts Retighten
Loose or worn tie rod end Retighten or replace as
necessary
Steering wheel V-belt slippage Readjust
operation is not Damaged V-belt Replace
smooth (Insufficient
power assist) Low fluid level Replenish
Air in the fluid Bleed air
Twisted or damaged hoses Correct the routing or replace
Insufficient oil pump pressure Repair or replace the oil pump
Sticky flow control valve Replace
Excessive internal oil pump leakage Replace the damaged parts
Excessive oil leaks from rack and pinion in gear box Replace the damaged parts
Distorted or damaged gear box or valve body seals Replace
Steering wheel does Excessive turning resistance of tie rod end Replace
not return properly Yoke plug excessively tight Adjust
Tie rod and/or ball joint cannot turn smoothly Replace
Loose mounting of gear box mounting bracket Worn steering Retighten
shaft joint and/or
Worn steering shaft joint and/or body grommet Correct or replace
Distorted rack Replace
Damaged pinion bearing Replace
Twisted or damaged hoses Reposition or replace
Damaged oil pressure control valve Replace
Damaged oil pump input shaft bearing Replace

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Noise Hissing Noise in Steering Gear
There is some noise with all power steering systems. One of the most common is a hissing sound
when the steering wheel is turned and the car is not moving. This noise will be most evident when
turning the wheel while the brakes are being applied. There is no relationship between this noise
and steering performance. Do not replace the valve unless the "hissing" noise becomes extreme. A
replaced valve will also make a slight noise, and is not always a solution for the condition.
Rattling or chucking Interference with hoses from vehicle body Reposition
noise in the rack Loose gear box bracket Retighten
and pinion
Loose tie rod end and/or ball joint Retighten
Worn tie rod and/or ball joint
Noise in the oil Low fluid level Replenish
pump Air in the fluid Bleed air
Loose pump mounting bolts Retighten

Steering System

Removal

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1. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery and then wait for at least 30 seconds.
2. Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels can face straight ahead.
3. Remove the airbag module. (Refer to Restraint - "Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring")
4. Disconnect the connector & lock nut (A) and then remove the steering wheel by using special service tools (09561-
11001).

Tightening torque : 39.2 ~ 49.0 N.m (4.0 ~ 4.5 kgf.m, 28.9 ~ 36.2 lb-ft)

• Do not hammer on the steering wheel to remove it; it may damage the steering column.

5. Installation is the reverse of the removal.Removal

Disassembly

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1. Remove the steering wheel cover (B) after loosening the screw (A-6ea).

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2. Disconnect the streeing wheel remote control switch connector (A).

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3. Remove the remote control switch (A).

4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

• Make sure that the switch connector is plugged in

properly.

Steering System

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Description
Heated pads to grip the steering grip makes the fever.
1. Heated control unit

2. Heated pad

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 Specifications
Item Specification
Voltage 13.5 V
Heated pad resistance 1.4 ~ 1.8 Ω ± 10%
NTC resistance 10.0 kΩ ± 10% (25°C)

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System Circuit Diagram

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Terminal Function

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Housing Pin Function Wire color
A GND Back
B HEATER Yellow
Pad
C NTC+ Back / Yellow
D NTC- Back
A GND Back
Remote B BAT Red
control C LED Green
D SWITCH White

Steering System

Inpection
1. Measure a resistance of NTC and Heated pad.
A. NTC resistance(Black / Yellow, Black) - 10.0 kΩ ± 10% (25°C)
B. Heated pad resistance (Yellow, Black) - 1.6 ~ 2.0 Ω ± 10%

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2. Measure a temperature.
A. The temperature of wheel surface grip must rise from -20°C to 20°C within 6 minute
B. The temperature of wheel surface grip must keep 38°C ± 4°C after 25 minute
C. At that time switch on, all measure point (1~8)

Steering System

Components Location

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1. Flex
steering
switch

Steering System

Instruction
Flex Steering is system to choose the three modes power steering depending on driver preference or driving conditions.

• Display on the cluster but power steering is would not changed while operating the steering wheel.
As a safety measures, mode is changed automatically when steering wheel operation is done.
• Be sure to carefully change the mode while driving.
• Electric Power Steering (MDPS) is not working due to the failure, "flex steering" is may not work.
How to operate

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 • First input : Display the current mode on cluster. (4 seconds)
• Add input (4 seconds) : Mode is changed sequentially.

• Three steering modes

COMFORT : For the elder and the female drivers: it is mainly used for city driving and stop & parking, and a little lighter
power steering.
NORMAL : Basic mode
SPORT : It is mainly used for highway driving, and a little heavy power steering.
Steering System

Circuit Diagram

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Steering System

Inspection

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1. Check the audio flex streeing switch (A) for resistance between terminals in each switch position.

Switch Resistance (±5%)

Cancel 180 Ω
Set 330 Ω
Resume 550 Ω
Cruise 880 Ω

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F/Steer (SCC) 2.54 kΩ
Voice 10.71 Ω

Replacement
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the driver airbag module.
(Refer to Restraint - "Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring")
3. Remove the steering wheel.
(Refer to Steering Wheel - "Steering Wheel Assembly")
4. Disengage the steering wheel remote switch connector assembly.
(Refer to Body Electrical System - "Audio Remote Control")
5. Remove the flex streeing switch (A).

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6. Installation is the reverse of the removal.

• Make sure that the switch connector is plugged in

properly.

Steering System

Description
EPS (Electric power steering, Column assist type) system uses an electric motor to assist the steering force and it is an
engine operation independent steering system.
EPS control module controls the motor operation according to information received from the each sensor and CAN
(Controller Area Network),
resulting in a more precise and timely control of steering assist than conventional engine-driven hydraulic systems.
Components (Steering Angle Sensor, Torque Sensor, Fail-safe relay, etc.) of the EPS system are located inside the
steering column. EPS unit assembly, steering column, and EPS unit assembly must not be disassembled for inspection.
They must be replaced if necessary.
Note With Regard to diagnosis
Trouble factor Check item Trouble symtom Explanation Note

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Drop, impact, and Motor Abnormal noise - Visable or unvisable - Do not use the
overload damage can occur.The impacted EPS.- Do
steering wheel could not overload each
pull to one side by parts.
ECU Circuit damage- using the dropped
Wrong welding point- parts.- Precise parts of
Broken PCB- motor/ECU are
Damaged precise parts sensitive to vibration
and impact.- Overload
can cause unexpected
damage
Torque sensor Insufficient steering Overload to INPUT - Do not impact the
effort shaft can cause connecting parts
malfunction of the (When inserting and
torque sensor torquing)- Use the
specified tool to
remove the steering
wheel. (Do not
hammer on it)- Do not
use the impacted EPS
Shaft Insufficient steering Do not use the
effort (Uneven impacted EPS
between LH and RH)
Pull/Dent Harness - Malfunction- Disconnection Do not overload the
impossible power between harness harness
operation- Malfunction connecting portion and
of EPS harness
Abnormal storage Motor/ECU Abnormal steering - Waterproof at the - Keep the normal
temperature effort by improper normal condition- temperature and
operation of the Even a little moisture proper moisture, while

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 motor/ECU can cause malfunction storaging- Avoid
of the precise parts of drowning
the motor/ECU

1. Do not impact the electronic parts, if they are dropped or impacted, replace them with new ones.
2. Avoid heat and moisture to the electronic parts.
3. Do not contact the connect terminal to avoid deformation and static electricity.
4. Do not impact the motor and torque sensor parts, if they are dropped or impacted, replace them with new ones.
5. The connector should be disconnected or connected with IG OFF.
Steering System

Components

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1. Steering column 3. Motor

shaft 4. Steering gear box
2. ECU

Steering System

Schematic Diagrams
MDPS Circuit Diagram

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Harness Connector

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 Pin
Connector Pin name
no
1 Battery +
Battery
2 Battery -
1 Igntion
2 -
3 -
Vehicle 4 -
signal 5 -
6 -
7 CAN_High
8 CAN_Low

Steering System

General Inspection

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After or before servicing the EPS system, perform the troubleshooting and test procedure as follows. Compare the
system condition with normal condition in the table below and if abnormal symptom is detected, perform necessary
remedy and inspection.
Normal condition: Motor must not supply steering assist.
Test condition
Symptom Possible cause Remedy
Perform the ASP calibration using a
Motor supplies ASP is not calibrated. scan tool.
IG Off
steering assist.
IG power supplies Inspect the IG power supply line.

Normal condition: Motor must not supply steering assist, Warning lamp is illuminated.
Test condition
Symptom Possible cause Remedy
Perform the ASP calibration using a scan
Motor supplies ASP is not calibrated.
tool.
IG On/Engine steering assist.
EMS CAN signal is not received. Inspect the CAN line.
Off
Warning lamp is
Cluster fault Inspect the cluster and cluster harness
not illuminated.

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 Normal condition: Motor supplies steering assist, Warning lamp is not illuminated.
Test condition
Symptom Possible cause Remedy
Warning lamp is EPS (Hot at all times) and IG power Inspect the connector and harness for
illuminated and supply fault EPS (Hot at all times) and IG power
Motor dose not supply line.
supply steering Perform the self test using a scan tool
IG On/Engine assist. DTC is detected by system.
and repair or replace.
On
Warning lamp is ASP is not calibrated. Perform the ASP calibration using a scan
illuminated and tool.
Motor supplies CAN communication between EPS and
steering assist. cluster is fault. Inspect the CAN line.

ASP: Absolute Steering Position

CAN: Controller Area Network
EMS: Engine Management System

The following symptoms may occur during normal vehicle operation and if there is no EPS warning light illumination, it

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is not malfunction of EPS system.
• After turning the ignition switch on, the steering wheel becomes heavier while it performs EPS system diagnostics,
for about 2 seconds, then it becomes normal steering condition.
• After turning the ignition switch on or off, EPS relay noise may occur but it is normal.
• When it is steered, while the vehicle is stopped or in low driving speed, motor noise may occur but it is normal
operating one.
Caution when ASP (Absolute Steering Position) calibration or EPS type recognition
• Check if the battery is fully charged before ASP calibration or EPS type recognition.
• Be careful not to disconnect any cables connected to the vehicle or scan tool during ASP calibration or EPS type
recognition.
• When the ASP calibration or EPS type recognition is completed, turn the ignition switch off and wait for several
seconds, then start the engine to confirm normal operation of the vehicle.
ASP Calibration
1. Select "Steering Angle Sensor".

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2. Proceed with the test according to the screen introductions.

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EPS Type Recognition Procedure
1. Select "EPS Variant Coding".
2. Proceed with the test according to the screen introductions.

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Steering System

Removal
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery and then wait for at least 30 seconds.
2. Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels can face straight ahead.
3. Remove the airbag module.
(Refer to Restraint - "Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring")
4. Disconnect the connector & lock nut (A) and then remove the steering wheel by using special service tools (09561-
11001).

Tightening torque :
39.2 ~ 49.0 N.m (4.0 ~ 4.5 kgf.m, 28.9 ~ 36.2 lb-ft)

• Do not hammer on the steering wheel to remove it; it may damage the steering column.

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5. Remove the steering column shroud.
(Refer to Restraint - "Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring")
6. Remove the clock spring.
(Refer to Restraint - "Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring")
7. Remove the multifunction switch.
(Refer to Body Electrical System - "Multifunction switch")
8. Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body (Interior and Exterior) - "Crash Pad Lower Panel")

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9. Loosen the bolt (A) and then disconnect the universal joint assembly from the pinion of the steering gear box.

Tightening torque :
32.4 ~ 37.3 N.m(3.3 ~ 3.8 kgf.m, 23.9 ~ 27.5 lb-ft)

• Universal joint for gier box pinion shaft certainly is signed by the insertion.

10. Disconnect all connectors (A) connected to the steering column.

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11. Remove the steering column (C) by loosening the mounting bolt (B-1ea) and nut (A-2ea).

Tightening torque :
(A) 2.7 ~ 17.7 N.m(1.3 ~ 1.8 kgf.m, 9.4 ~ 13.0 lb-ft)
(B) 44.1~ 49.0 N.m(4.5 ~ 5.0 kgf.m, 32.5 ~36.2 lb-ft)

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12. Install in the reverse order of removal.
13. Perform the steering angle sensor calibration.
(Refer to Electric Power Steering - " Repair procedures - ASP Calibration")
Disassembly
Universal joint assembly

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

Tightening torque :
49.0 ~ 58.8 N.m(5.0 ~ 6.0 kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 43.4 lb-ft)

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2. Reassembly is the reverse of the disassembly.
Key lock assembly
1. Make a groove on the head of special bolts (A) by a punch.

2. Loosen the special bolt using a screw driver and then remove the key lock assembly from the steering column
assembly.
3. Reassembly is the reverse of the disassembly.
Inspection
1. Check the steering column for damage and deformation.
2. Check the joint bearing for damage and wear.
3. Check the tilt bracket for damage and cracks.
4. Check the key lock assembly for proper operation and replace it if necessary.
Steering System

Removal

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1. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub.

Tightening torque :
88.2 ~ 107.8 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.0 ~ 79.5 lb-ft)

• Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel and tire (A).

2. Disconnect the stabilizer link(B) with the front strut assembly(A) after loosening the nut.

Tightening torque :
98.1 ~ 117.7N.m (10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.8lb-ft)

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3. Remove the sprit pin and castle nut and then disconnect the tie-rod end (A) from the front knuckle.

Tightening torque :
23.5 ~ 33.3N.m (2.4 ~ 3.4kgf.m, 17.4 ~ 24.6lb-ft)

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4. Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the lower arm (A).

Tightening torque :
98.1 ~ 117.7N.m (10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.8lb-ft)

5. Loosen the bolt (A) and then disconnect the universal joint assembly from the pinion of the steering gear box.

Tightening torque :

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32.4 ~ 37.3N.m (3.3 ~ 3.8kgf.m, 23.9 ~ 27.5lb-ft)

• Keep the neutral-range to prevent the damage of the clock spring inner cable when you handle the steering
wheel.
• Do not use the bolt again.

6. Remove the under cover.

(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover")

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7. Loosen the bolt (A,B) and then remove the upper roll rod bracket.

Tightening torque :
(A) 107.9 ~ 127.5N.m (11.0 ~ 13.0kgf.m, 79.6 ~ 94.0lb-ft)
(B) 49.0 ~ 63.7N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 47.0lb-ft)

• Bolt (A) is the bolt only special bolts are not reusable.

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8. Remove the roll rod stopper bolt (A).

Tightening torque :
107.9 ~ 127.5N.m (11.0 ~ 13.0kgf.m, 79.6 ~ 94.0lb-ft)

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9. Disconnect the muffler rubber hanger (A).

10. Loosen the bolts & nuts and then remove the sub frame.

Tightening torque :
Bolts :
(A) 44.1 ~ 58.8N.m (4.5 ~ 6.0kgf.m, 32.5 ~ 43.4lb-ft)
(B) 156.9 ~ 176.5N.m (16.0 ~ 18.0kgf.m, 115.7 ~ 130.2lb-ft)
Nuts :

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(C) 44.1 ~ 58.8N.m (4.5 ~ 6.0kgf.m, 32.5 ~ 43.4lb-ft)
(D) 156.9 ~ 176.5N.m (16.0 ~ 18.0kgf.m, 115.7 ~ 130.2lb-ft)

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11. Loosen the bolt (A-4ea) and then remove the stabilizer bar (B) from the sub frame.

Tightening torque :
49.0 ~ 63.7N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 47.0lb-ft)

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12. Loosen the bolt and then remove the protector (A).

Tightening torque :
6.9 ~ 10.8 N.m(0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft)

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13. Remove the steering gearbox (B) from the cross member by loosening the mounting bolt (A-4ea).

Tightening torque :
88.2 ~ 107.8 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.0 ~ 79.5 lb-ft)

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14. Installation is the reverse of removal.
15. Check the wheel Alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Alignment")

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