08 - Steering System
08 - Steering System
08 - Steering System
Steering System
General Information
2009 > G 2.0 DOHC >
Standard value
Steering wheel free play : 0~30 mm (0~1.1 in)
3. If the play exceeds the standard value, inspect the connection between the steering shaft and tie rod ends.
Standard value
Wheel angle
Inner wheel : 37° ± 0.5°
Outer wheel : 31.8°
2. If the measured value is not within the standard value, adjust the linkage.
Standard value
0.5~2.5 Nm (5~25 kg·cm, 0.36~1.80 lb·ft)
4. If the starting torque exceeds the upper limit of the standard value, replace the tie rod end.
5. Even if the starting torque is below the lower limit of the standard value, check the play of the ball joint and
replace if necessary.
After checking, reset the engine speed to the standard value (idling speed).
3. Measure the turning force with a spring scale(A) by turning the steering wheel(B) clockwise and
counterclockwise one and a quarter turns.
Standard value
Stationary steering effort :
29 N (3.0 kg, 6.5lbs) or less
4. Check that there is no sudden change of force while turning the steering wheel.
5. If the stationary steering effort is excessive, check and adjust the following points.
(1) Damage or cracks on the dust cover of the lower arm ball joint and tie rod end.
(2) Pinion preload of the steering gear box and starting torque of the tie rod end ball joint.
(3) Starting torque of the ball joint.
If the steering wheel is turned very quickly, steering may be momentarily difficult. This is not a
malfunction because the oil pump output will be somewhat decreased.
Standard value
V belt deflection : 6~9 mm (0.24 ~ 0.35 in)
2. If the belt deflection is beyond the standard value, adjust the belt tension as follows.
(1) Loosen the bolt(A) adjusting the power steering V belt tension.
(2) Put a bar(A) or equivalent, between the bracket(B) and the oil pump(C) and adjust the tension so that
the belt deflection is within the standard value.
(3) Tighten the bolt adjusting the power steering V belt tension.
(4) Check the belt deflection and adjust it again if necessary.
After turning the V belt in the normal rotation direction more than once, recheck the belt deflection.
1. If the fluid level varies 5 mm (0.2 in.) or more, bleed the system again.
2. If the fluid level suddenly rises after stopping the engine, further bleeding is required.
3. Incomplete bleeding will produce a chattering sound in the pump and noise in the flow control valve,
and lead to decreased durability of the pump.
AIR BLEEDING
1. Fill the power steering fluid reservoir up to the "MAX" position with specified fluid.
2. Jack up the front wheels.
3. Disconnect the ignition coil high tension cable, and then, while operating the starter motor intermittently (for
15 to 20 seconds), turn the steering wheel all the way to the left and then to the right five or six times.
1. When bleeding fluid, replenish with the fluid so that the level does not fall below the bottom of the
filter.
2. If air bleeding is done while the vehicle is idling, the air will be broken up and absorbed into the fluid.
Be sure to do the bleeding only while cranking.
4. Connect the high tension cable, and then start the engine (idleing).
5. Turn the steering wheel to the left and then to the right, until there are no air bubbles in the oil reservoir.
Do not hold the steering wheel turned all the way to either side for more than ten seconds.
6. Confirm that the fluid is not milky and that the level is between "MAX" and "MIN" mark on the reservoir.
7. Check that there is a little change in the fluid level when the steering wheel is turned left and right.
1. If the fluid level varies 5mm (0.2 in.) or more, bleed the system again.
2. If the fluid level suddenly rises after stopping the engine, further bleeding is required.
3. Incomplete bleeding will produce a chattering sound in the pump and noise in the flow control valve,
and lead to decreased durability of the pump.
2. Bleed the air, and then start the engine and turn the steering wheel several times, measure the fluid
temperature by Temperature gauge (C) so that the fluid temperature can rise to approximately 50°C
(122°F).
3. Increase the engine speed to 1,000 rpm.
4. Close the shut-off valve of the special tool and measure the fluid pressure to confirm that it is within the
standard value range.
Standard value
Oil pump pressure
Relief pressure :
8.3~8.8 MPa (85~90 kg.cm², 1209~1280 psi)
Do not keep the shut-off valve on the pressure gauge closed for more than ten seconds.
5. Remove the special tools, and tighten the pressure hose(B) against the oil pump(A) using the specified
torque.
Tightening torque
55~65 Nm (550~650 kg.cm, 40~47 lb.ft)
SPECIAL TOOLS
TROUBLESHOOTING
A slight "grinding noise" may be heard immediately after the engine is started in extremely cold weather
conditions (below - 20°C). This is due to power steering fluid characteristics in extreme cold conditionsand
is not an indication of a malfunction.
2009 > G 2.0 DOHC >
SPECIFICATIONS
Items Specifications
Shaft and joint type Cross joint, tilt column with pop-up weight
Steering gear type Rack and pinion
Rack stroke 144 ± 1 mm (lock to lock : 3.15 turns)
Power steering pump type Vane type
Oil pump displacement 9.6 cm³/rev. MAX. (0.59 in³/rev. MAX.)
SERVICE STANDARD
Items Specifications
Steering wheel free play 0 ~ 30 mm (0 ~ 1.1 in.)
Steering angle
Inner wheel 37° ± 0.5°
Outer wheel 31.8°
Stationarhy steering effort 29N (3.0kg, 6.5lb) or less
Belt deflection [under 98N (10kg, 22lb) force] 6 ~ 9 mm (0.24 ~ 0.35 in.)
Oil pump relief pressure 8.3 ~ 8.8 MPa (85 ~ 90 kg/cm², 1209 ~ 1280 psi)
Tie rod swing resistance 2 ~ 5 Nm (20 ~ 50 kg·cm, 1.4 ~ 3.6 lb·ft)
Tie rod end ball joint starting torque 0.5 ~ 2.5 Nm (5 ~ 25 kg·cm, 0.36 ~ 1.81 lb·ft)
TIGHTENING TORQUE
LUBRICANTS
Steering System
Steering Column & Shaft
2009 > G 2.0 DOHC >
COMPONENTS
2009 > G 2.0 DOHC >
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the negative (-) terminal(A) from the battery.
2. Remove the bolts (A) in the illustration, and then remove the driver's airbag module(B).
For the vehicles not equipped with SRS airbag, remove the horn cover assembly.
4. After aligning the marks on the steering shaft and wheel(A), remove the steering wheel using the special
tool (09561-11002).
Do not hammer on the steering wheel to remove it: it may damage the steering column.
5. Remove the steering column upper(A) and lower shrouds(B).
7. After removing three bolts(A) in the illustration, remove the multifunction switch assembly(B).
8. Remove the lower crash pad(A) after loosening the four bolts(B) in the illustration.
9. Remove the five bolts connecting the steering column shaft(A) and the universal joint(B) as shown in the
illustration.
Keep the neutral-range to prevent the damage of the clock spring inner cable when you handlethe
steering wheel.
10. After removing the mounting bolts and nuts, remove the steering column and shaft assembly(A).
INSTALLATION
1. Installation is the reverse of removal.
When installing the clock spring, refer the RT group to prevent the damage of clock spring inner cable.
2. Disassemble the key lock assembly(A) from the steering column and shaft assembly(B).
2. Remove the universal joint assembly(A) from the steering column and shaft assembly(B).
3. Reassembly is the reverse of disassembly.
INSPECTION
1. Check the steering column shaft for damage and deformation.
2. Check connections for play, damage and smooth operation.
3. Check the ball joint bearing for wear and damage.
Steering System
Steering System
Hydraulic Power Steering System - Power Steer-
ing Gear Box
2009 > G 2.0 DOHC >
COMPONENTS
2009 > G 2.0 DOHC >
REMOVAL
1. Drain the power steering fluid.
2. Remove the air intake hose assembly(A).
3. Disconnect the pressure tube and the return tube fittings from the gear box.
4. After removing the bolt(A), disconnect the universal joint assembly(B) from the gear box inside the
passenger compartment.
Keep the neutral-range to prevent the damage of the clock spring inner cable when you handlethe
steering wheel.
9. Remove the mounting bolt and mounting clamp(A) of power steering gear box, and also remove the
clamp(B) holding the pressure tube and the return tube.
10. Pull the power steering gear box assembly(A) toward the left side of the vehicle.
When removing the gear box, pull it out carefully and slowly so as not to cause damage to the
boots(B).
INSTALLATION
1. Push in the power steering gear box assembly on the left side of the vehicle.
When mounting the gear box in a vise, let the installation section of it be fixed to the jaws. If other section
is fixed the gear box may be damaged.
Standard value
Total pinion preload :
0.6~1.3 Nm (6~13 kg.cm, 0.4~1.0 lb.ft)
Measure the pinion preload through the entire stroke of the rack.
2. If the measured value is out of specifications, first adjust the yoke plug(A), then recheck the total pinion
preload.
3. If you adjust the yoke plug but do not obtain the total pinion preload, check or replace the yoke plug
components
Standard value
Total rod swing resistance :
2-5 Nm (20-50 kg.cm, 1.4-3.6 lb.ft)
3. If the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the tie rod assembly.
Even if the measured value is below the standard value, the tie rod that swings smoothly without
excessive play may be used. If the measured value is below 0.044 Nm (0.44kg·cm, 0.03 lb·ft) replace
the tie rod.
BELLOWS INSPECTION
1. Inspect the bellows for damage or deterioration.
2. Make sure the bellows are secured in the correct position.
3. If the bellows are defective, replace them with new ones.
INSPECTION
1. Rack
A. Check for rack tooth face damage or wear
B. Check for oil seal contact surface damage
C. Check for rack bending or twisting
D. Check for oil seal ring damage or wear
E. Check for oil seal damage or wear
2. Pinion valve
A. Check for pinion gear tooth face damage or wear
B. Check for oil seal contact surface damage
C. Check for seal ring damage or wear
D. Check for oil seal damage or wear
3. Bearing
A. Check for seizure or abnormal noise during rotating a bearing
B. Check for excessive play
C. Check for missing needle bearing rollers
4. Others
A. Check for damage of the rack housing cylinder bore
B. Check for boot damage, cracking or aging
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove the tie rod end(B) from the tie rod(A).
2. After mounting the tie rod end(A) in a vise, remove the dust cover(B) from the ball joint.
Remove the tie rod(B) from the rack(A), taking care not to twist the rack.
13. Remove the valve body housing(A) by loosening the two bolts(B).
14. Turn the rack stopper(A) clockwise until the end of the clip(B) comes out of the slot in the rack housing(C).
15. When the end of the clip(A) comes out of the notched hole of the housing rack cylinder, turn the rack
stopper(B) counterclockwise and remove the clip(A).
16. Remove the rack bushing and rack from the rack housing.
17. Remove the O-ring(A) from the rack bushing(B).
19. Remove the valve body(A) from the valve body housing(B) with a soft hammer(C).
20. Using the special tool, remove the oil seal and ball bearing from the valve body housing.
21. Remove the oil seal and O-ring from the rack housing.
Be careful not to damage the pinion valve cylinder inside of the rack housing.
22. Using the special tool(09573-21200, 09555-21000), remove the oil seal(A) from the rack housing.
Be careful not to damage the rack cylinder inside of the rack housing.
REASSEMBLY
1. Apply the specified fluid to the entire surface of the rack oil seal.
2. Install the backup washer and oil seal(A) to the specified position in the rack housing.
3. Apply the specified fluid to the entire surface of the rack bushing oil seal.
5. Apply the specified fluid to the entire surface of the O-ring and install it in the rack bushing.
6. Apply the specified grease to the rack teeth.
Recommended grease
Multipurpose grease SAE J310a NLGI No.2
7. Insert the rack(A) into the rack housing(B) and install the rack bushing(C) and rack stopper(D).
8. Push in the rack stopper until the clip groove of the rack stopper is aligned with the notched hole of the rack
housing. Install the clip(A) while turning the rack stopper.
The clip(A) end should not be visible through the notched hole of the rack housing.
9. Install the oil seal and the ball bearing in the valve body(A).
10. After appling the specified fluid and grease to the pinion valve assembly(A), install it in the rack housing
assembly.
11. After applying the specified fluid to the oil seal, install it in the rack housing, and fix the valve body
assembly(A) and O-ring in the gear box(B).
12. Install the tab washer and the tie rod and stake the tab washer(A) end at two points over the tie rod.
13. Install the bushing(A), rack support yoke(B), rack support spring(C), lock nut(E) and yoke plug(D) in the
order shown in the illustration. Apply semi-drying sealant to the threaded section of the yoke plug before
installation.
14. With the rack placed in the center position, attach the yoke plug to the rack housing. Tighten the yoke plug
to 15 Nm (150 kg.cm, 11 lb.ft), using a 14 mm socket. Loosen the yoke plug approximately from 30° to 60°
and tighten the locking nut to the specified torque.
Tightening torque
50~70 Nm (500~700 kg.cm, 36~51 lb.ft)
15. Tighten the feed tube to the specified torque and install the mounting rubber using adhesive.
16. Apply the specified grease to the bellows mounting position (fitting groove) of the tie rod.
18. Install the bellows in position, taking care not to twist it.
19. 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
20. Install the tie rods so that the length of the left and right tie rods equals the standard value.
Standard value
Tie rod free length(A) : 203.6 mm (8 in.)
Steering System
Hydraulic Power Steering System - Power Steer-
ing Hoses
2009 > G 2.0 DOHC >
COMPONENTS
2009 > G 2.0 DOHC >
1. Install the pressure hose and tube so that they are not twisted and they do not come in contact with
any other parts.
2. After installation, air bleed the system.
5. Lower the vehicle and disconnect the clamp holding the return tube and hoses.
1. Install the return tube and hoses so that they are not twisted and it does not come in contact with
any other parts.
2. After installation, air bleed the system.
INSPECTION
1. Twisting the hose by hand, check for cracks.
2. Check that the hose does not contact other components.
Steering System
Steering System
Hydraulic Power Steering System - Power Steer-
ing Oil Pump
2009 > G 2.0 DOHC >
COMPONENTS
2009 > G 2.0 DOHC >
REMOVAL
1. Remove the pressure hose(A) from the oil pump(B).
2. Disconnect the suction hose(C) from the suction connector(D) and drain the fluid into a container.
5. Remove the power steering drive belt(A) from the power steering oil pump pulley.
6. Remove the power steering oil pump mounting bolt and the tension adjusting bolt.
7. Remove the power steering oil pump assembly.
Be careful not to drip fluid from the power steering oil pump.
INSTALLATION
1. After installing the oil pump to the oil pump bracket, install the V belt and tighten the bolt(A) adjusting
tension to the specified torque.
Install the pressure hose carefully that it does not twist and come in contact with other components.
4. Add power steering fluid (PSF-III).
5. Air bleed the system.
6. Check the oil pump pressure.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove two bolts(A) from the oil pump body(B), and then remove the suction pipe(C) and O-ring.
2. Loosen the four bolts and remove the oil pump cover assembly.
3. Remove the cam ring.
4. Remove the rotor and vanes.
5. Remove the oil pump side plate.
8. Mount the pulley in a vise and remove the pulley nut and the spring washer.
11. Tap the rotor side of the shaft slightly with a plastic hammer(A) to remove the shaft(B).
12. Remove the oil seal(A) from the oil pump body(B).
13. Remove the connector from the oil pump body, and take out the flow control valve and the flow control
spring.
14. Remove the O-ring from the connector.
INSPECTION
1. Check the free length of the flow control spring.
Free length of the flow control spring : 36.5mm (1.4in.)
REASSEMBLY
1. Install the flow control spring, the flow control valve and the connector into the pump body.
2. Install the oil seal in the pump body by using the special tool(09222-32100).
3. After inserting the shaft assembly(A) into the pump body, install the dust spacer(B) and snap ring(C).
4. Install the pump pulley(A).
7. After inserting the lock pin into the groove of the front housing, install the cam ring attending to the direction.
8. Install the rotor.
9. Install vanes(A) so that the rounded edges face outward.