Hyundai Sonata: Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint - Explanation of scheduled maintenance items - Maintenance - Hyundai Sonata Owners ManualHyundai Sonata: Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint

With the vehicle stopped and engine off, check for excessive free-play in the steering wheel. Check the linkage for bends or damage. Check the dust boots and ball joints for deterioration, cracks, or damage. Replace any damaged parts.

    Suspension mounting bolts
    Check the suspension connections for looseness or damage. Retighten to the specified torque. ...

    Drive shafts and boots
    Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration, or damage. Replace any damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the grease. ...

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    Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
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    Reclining Seatbacks
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    Instrument Panel Features
    Instrument Panel Features 1 — Air Outlet 2 — Side Window Demister Outlet 3 — Instrument Cluster 4 — Ignition Switch 5 — Analog Clock 6 — Radio 7 — Passenger Airbag 8 — ...