Kia Sedona (2008 year). Manual — part 478

Fig. 2: Identifying Power Steering Gear Box Components
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REMOVAL

1. Remove the both front wheel & tire assemblies.

2. Drain the power steering fluid.

3. Remove the bolt (A) connecting steering column to universal joint.

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

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13-18 (1.3-1.8, 9.4-13.0)

Fig. 3: Identifying Bolt Between Steering Universal Joint Assembly
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4. Disconnect the pressure tube (A) from the power steering oil pump by loosening eye bolt.

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

65-75 (6.5-7.5, 47-54)

Fig. 4: Identifying Pressure Tube
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5. Disconnect the return hose (A)

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Fig. 5: Identifying Return Hose
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6. Loosen the split pin and castle nut, and then remove the tie rod end (A) from the knuckle by using a SST

(09568-4A000).

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

50-55 (5.0-5.5, 36-40)

Fig. 6: Identifying Tie Rod End
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Fig. 7: Disconnecting Tie Rod And Knuckle With Special Tool (09568-4A000)
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7. Remove the split pin and lower arm bolts and nut (A).

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

90-120 (9.0-12.0, 65-87)

Fig. 8: Identifying Split Pin, Nut And Lower Arm Nut
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8. Disconnect the stabilizer link (B) from the strut assembly (A) by loosening nut.

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

100-120 (10.0-12.0, 72-87)

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