Sportage 4WD V6-2.7L (2009)
11. Install the tab washer and the tie rod and stake the tab washer(A) end at two points over the tie rod.
NOTE:
1. Align the tab washer pawls with the rack grooves.
2. Always use a new tab washer.
12. 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 to the threaded section of the yoke plug before installation.
13. With the rack placed in the center position, attach the yoke plug to the rack housing. Tighten the yoke plug to 15 Nm (1.5 kgf-m, 11 lbf-ft). Loosen
the yoke plug approximately from 30° to60° and tighten the locking nut to the specified torque.
Tightening torque :
50 - 70 Nm (5 - 7 kgf-m, 37 - 52 lb-ft)
14. Tighten the feed tube to the specified torque and install the mounting rubber using adhesive.
15. Apply the specified grease to the bellows mounting position (fitting groove) of the tie rod.
: Silicone grease
