SERVICE MANUAL
  Applies to: Hyundai Coupe/Tiburon 1998-2000
GROUP
Steering System Mechanical Power Steering System
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COMPONENTS 
  1. Lift up the vehicle.

  1. Remove front tires (RH/LH).

  1. After removing split pin, disconnect the tie rod from the knuckle by using the special tool (09568-31000).

  1. Remove the stabilizer bar (RH side) mounting bracket.

  1. Remove the front muffler assembly.

  1. Remove the power steering gear box mounting clamps and the clamp holding both of the pressure tube and the return tube.

  1. Pull the power steering gear box assembly toward the right side of the vehicle.

    NOTE
    When removing the gear box, pull it out carefully and slowly so as not to cause damage to the boots.
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INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT PRIOR TO DISASSEMBLY 

Mount the gear box in a soft jawed vise.

NOTE
Do not tighten the vise on the gear housing, use the mounting section of the rack to secure it in the vise.
Total Pinion Preload
  1. Rotate the pinion gear for approximately 4 to 6 seconds for one rotation to confirm the total pinion preload.

    TORQUE SPECIFICATION
    Total pinion preload [Standard value] 0.6-1.3 Nm ( 6-13 kg·cm, 5.2-11.3 lb·ft )
    NOTE
    Measure the pinion preload through the entire stroke of the rack.
  1. If the measured value is out of specifications, first adjust the yoke plug, then re-check the total pinion preload.

  1. If the yoke plug adjustment does not obtain the total pinion preload, check or replace the yoke plug components.

Tie Rod Swing Resistance
  1. Give 10 hard swings to the tie rod.

  1. Measure the tie rod swing resistance with a spring scale.

    Tie rod swing resistance [Standard value] 8-22 N (1.9-4.6 lb) [2-5 Nm (20-50-kg.cm, 17-43 lb-in.)]

  1. If the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the tie rod assembly.

    NOTE
    Even if the measured value is below the standard value, a tie rod that swings smoothly without excessive play may be used. If the measured value is below 4.3 N (0.9 lb)[100 Ncm (8.7 lb.in.)], replace the tie rod.
Bellows Inspection
  1. Inspect the bellows for damage or deterioration.

  1. Make sure the bellows are secured in the correct position.

  1. If the bellows are defective, replace them.