Kia Sedona (2008 year). Instruction — part 483

Tightening Torque N.m (kgf.m, lb-ft):

50-70 (5-7, 37-52)

Fig. 43: Tightening Yoke Plug
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14. Tighten the feed tube (A) to the specified torque and install the mounting rubber using adhesive.

Fig. 44: Identifying Feed Tube
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15. Apply the specified grease to the bellows mounting position (fitting groove) of the tie rod.

Recommended grease: Silicone grease

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Fig. 45: Identifying Mounting Position (Fitting Groove) Of Tie Rod
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16. Install the new attaching band to the bellows.

17. Install the bellows in position, taking care not to twist it.

18. Fill the dust cover inner side and lip with the specified grease, and fix the dust cover in position with the

clip ring attached in the groove of the tie rod end.

Recommended grease

A. POLY LUB GLY 801K or equivalent

B. SHOWA SUNLIGHT MB2 or equivalent

Dust cover inner side and lip: THREE BOND

Fig. 46: Identifying Grease Applying Area Of Dust Cover Inner Side And Lip
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NOTE:

When the bellows are installed, a new band must be used.

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19. Install the tie rod end (B) to the tie rod (A).

Fig. 47: Identifying Tie Rod End And Tie Rod
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INSTALLATION

Fig. 48: Identifying Tube And Hose Connecting Position
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1. Installation is reverse of the removal.

2. After installation, bleed the power steering system. See AIR BLEEDING .

3. Adjust the wheel alignment. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .

POWER STEERING HOSES

COMPONENTS

NOTE:

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

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Fig. 49: Identifying Power Steering Hoses Components
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REPLACEMENT

1. Drain the power steering fluid.

2. Disconnect the pressure tube (A) and suction tube (B) from the power steering oil pump.

Tightening torque N.m (kgf.m, lb.ft):

55-65 (4.5-5.5, 40-47)

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