Kia Niro: Chassis / Steering Gear Rack, Linkage and Boots Repair procedures
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Check the steering wheel free road.
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Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels can face straight
ahead.
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Measure the distance the steering wheel can be turned without
moving the front wheels.
Standard value: 30mm (1.18in.) or less
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If the play exceeds standard value, inspect the steering column,
shaft, and linkages.

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Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage.
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Check that the dust parking and cap are not damaged.
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Check that the Bellows bands are not loose.
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Check that the steering gear box is not damaged.
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Check that the column and shaft are properly connected to the
steering gear box.
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Inspection
Check whether the stroke is within specification when the parking brake pedal
is depressed with 66 lb, 294 N(30 kg) of force. Also, the parking brake alone should
securely ...
Inspection
Visually check, must be free from injurious flaw and crack. ...
Other information:
Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Disarmed stage
The system will be disarmed when:
Folding key
- The door unlock button is pressed.
- The engine is started. (within 3 seconds)
- The ignition switch is in the “ON” position for 30 seconds or more.
Smart key
- The door unlock button is pressed.
- The button of the front outside door is pre ...
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Description and operation
Description
The optimum seat position set by the driver is memorized in the power seat unit
by IMS switch control to be recalled by using the IMS switch even if the seat position
has been changed.
It is equipped with safety functions such as prohibition of recalling and emergency ...