Kia Optima: Inspection - Steering Gear box. Repair procedures - Electric Power Steering - Steering System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia 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.
Disassembly
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 ...

Restraint
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Changing the Automatic Transaxle Fluid
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. 2. Remove the drain plug located at the bottom center front of the transaxle pan. 3. After the oil has drained, completely install a new washer on the plug ...

Installation
1. Install the brake pedal assembly in dash panel. 2. Pre-tighten the bracket fixing bolt(B) in dash panel. 3. Install the brake boost ...

Circuit Diagram (1)
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