Kia Optima: Inspection
| 1. |
Rack bar
| A. |
Check the rack gear for
damage. |
| B. |
Check the rack bar for
bend and deformation. |
|
| 2. |
Pinion assembly
| A. |
Check the pinion gear
for damage |
| B. |
Check the oil seal for
damage. |
|
| 3. |
Check the inside of rack housing
for damage. |
| 4. |
Check the bellows for being torn. |
1.
Remove the dust packing & cap
(A) from the pinion housing.
2.
Loosen the lock nut and then
remove the tie rod end (B) and lock nut (A) from the tie rod ...
See also:
Lift And Support Points
When heavy rear components such as suspension, fuel tank, spare tire,
tailgate and trunk lid are to be removed, place additional weig ...
Windshield washers
In the OFF position, pull the lever gently toward you to spray washer fluid on
the windshield and to run the wipers 1-3 cycles.
Use this function when the windshield is dirty.
The spray and wipe ...
VSM (Vehicle stability management)
This system provides further enhancements to vehicle stability and steering responses
when a vehicle is driving on a slippery road or a vehicle detected changes in coefficient
of friction between ...
Disassembly
Restraint