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:
Tightening Torque
Items
N.m
Kgf.m
lb-ft
Front and rear doors
Door hinge to body
34.3 ~ 41.2
3.5 ~ 4.2
25.3 ~ 30.4 ...
Pregnant women
The use of a seat belt is recommended for pregnant women to lessen the chance
of injury in an accident. When a seat belt is used, the lap belt portion should
be placed as low and snugly as possibl ...
Installation
1.
Install the power window switch
module.
2.
Install the door trim panel after
reconnecting the relevant connectors
...
Disassembly
Restraint