Power Steering Gear Box: Installation

NOTE: Be sure to connect between a tube and a hose as shown in the illustration.

Fig 1: Identifying Tube And Hose Connecting Dimension

Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.

Installation is reverse of removal.
TIGHTENING TORQUE Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft)

Pressure hose to gear box:

12~18 (1.2~1.8, 8.6~13)

Return tube to gear box:

12~18 (1.2~1.8, 8.6~13)

Tie rod end lock nut:

50~55 (5~5.5, 36.1~39.7)

Pinion and valve assembly to self locking nut:

20~30 (2~3, 14.4~21.6)

Lock nut:

50~70 (5~7, 36.1~50.6)

Tie rod end self locking nut:

24~34 (2.4~3.4, 17.3~24.5)

Mounting bracket to crossmember:

60~80 (6~8, 43.3~57.8)
After installation, bleed the air in the power steering system (See REPLACING POWER STEERING FLUID ).
Check for front wheel alignment. (Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).