Kia Picanto (JA): Motor Driven Power Steering / Steering Column and Shaft

Kia Picanto (JA) 2017-2026 Service & Repair Manual / Steering System / Motor Driven Power Steering / Steering Column and Shaft

Repair procedures

Removal
1.
Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2.
Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are facing straight ahead.
3.
Remove the driver airbag module.
(Refer to Restraint - "Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring")
4.
Remove the steering wheel lock bolt (A) and clock spring connector (B) from the steering wheel.
Tightening torque:
44.1 - 49.0 N·m (4.5 - 5.0 kgf·m, 32.5 - 36.2 lb·ft)

   
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When removing the steering wheel, do not impact it by hammering as it may damage the steering column.
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Do not reuse the bolt.
5.
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body - "Crash pad lower panel")
6.
Loosen the screw (A) and then remove the shroud cover.

7.
Remove the clock spring.
(Refer to Restraint - "Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring")
8.
Disconnect the multi funtion switch connector (A) and then loosen the screws (B).

9.
Disconnect the MDPS ECU connector.

10.
Loosen the universal joint bolt (A).
Tightening torque:
32.4 - 37.3 N·m (3.3 - 3.8 kgf·m, 23.9 - 27.5 lb·ft)

   
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Insert the universal joint to the gear box certainly.
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Do not reuse the bolt.
11.
Loosen the nuts (A) and bolt (B) and then remove the steering column assembly.

12.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
13.
Register "ASP calibration EPS type recognition" by GDS after replacing steering column assembly.
(Refer to Electric Power Steering - "Repair procedures")
Disassembly
Universal joint assembly
1.
Loosen the bolt and then disconnect the universal joint assembly from the steering column assembly.
Tightening torque :
53.9 - 58.8 N·m (5.5 - 6.0 kgf·m, 39.8 - 43.4 lb·ft)

2.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Inspection
1.
Check the steering column for damage and deformation.
2.
Check the joint bearing for damage and wear.
3.
Check the tilt bracket for damage and cracks.
Diagnosis with KDS
Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration
   
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Check that the battery is fully charged before "Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration".
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Be careful not to disconnect any cables connected to the vehicle or scan tool during "Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration".
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After completing the "Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration", switch off the ignition and wait for several seconds. Then, start the engine to confirm normal operation of the vehicle.
1.
Connect self-diagnosis connector (16pins) located under the driver side crash pad to self-diagnosis device, and then turn the self-diagnosis device after key is ON.
2.
Select the "vehicle model" and "Motor Driven Power Steering" on KDS vehicle selection screen.
3.
Select the "Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration" on KDS screen, then select OK.
4.
Proceed with the test according to the screen instructions.

EPS Type Recognition
   
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Check that the battery is fully charged before "EPS Type Recognition".
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Be careful not to disconnect any cables connected to the vehicle or scan tool during "EPS Type Recognition".
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After completing the "EPS Type Recognition", switch off the ignition and wait for several seconds. Then, start the engine to confirm normal operation of the vehicle.
1.
Connect self-diagnosis connector (16pins) located under the driver side crash pad to self-diagnosis device, and then turn the self-diagnosis device after key is ON.
2.
Select the "vehicle model" and "Motor Driven Power Steering" on KDS vehicle selection screen.
3.
Select the "EPS Type Recognition" on KDS screen, then select OK.
4.
Proceed with the test according to the screen instructions.

5.
Remove the DTC.
6.
Turn off the IG switch and wait for 10 seconds or more before starting the engine. And then make sure that MDPS works properly.

    Repair procedures Removal 1. Remove the steering column and shaft assembly. (Refer to Motor Driven Power Steering - "Steering Column and Shaft") 2.

    Repair procedures Removal 1.Remove the universal joint bolt (A). Tightening torque : 32.4 - 37.3 N·m (3.3 - 3.8 kgf·m, 23.9 - 27.

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