Kia Optima: Electric Power Steering

Heated Steering wheel. Repair procedures

Inspection Measure a temperature. • The temperature of wheel surface grip must rise from -20°C to 20°C within 6 minute • The temperature of wheel surface grip must ...

Description and Operation

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 m ...

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Removal
1. Remove the front wheel and tire. Tightening torque:88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft) 2. Remove the front wheel spee ...

Inspection
1. Check the strut bearing for wear and damage. 2. Check the spring upper and lower seat for damage and deterioration. 3. Compress and extend the pist ...

Checking the engine oil level
2.4 engine 2.0 engine 1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature. 3. Turn the engine off and wait for a few min ...