Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint
Hyundai Sonata / Sonata 2011 Owners Manual / Maintenance / Explanation of scheduled maintenance items / 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.
See also:
Measurement
POWER STEERING
FUEL SYSTEM
TIRE
BRAKE
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Changing a Flat Tire
The procedure described on the following pages can be used to rotate tires as
well as to change a flat tire. When preparing to change a flat tire, check to be
sure the gear selector lever is in ...
Block the Wheel
Block the wheel that is diagonally opposite from the flat to keep the vehicle
from rolling when the car is raised on the jack. ...