Kia Sorento: MDPS System Repair procedures
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MDPS power pack assembly failure can be quickly diagnosed using the vehicle diagnostic system (KDS).
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Self-diagnosis: Checking failure and providing DTC code.
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Current data: Checking the system input/output data state.
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Actuation test: Checking the system operation condition.
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Additional function: Controlling other features including system option setting, calibration
adjustment and other function.
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When a DTC related to MDPS motor occurs, check the connectors and wiring. If there is no
problem, replace the motor.
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Remove the MDPS assembly.
(Refer to Motor Driven Power Steering - "MDPS Column &
Housing")
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Disconnect the MDPS System connector (A).
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Disconnect the connector in the following order.
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Remove the MDPS System (A) after loosening the mounting bolts.
Tightening torque :
8.0 - 12.0 N·m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf·m, 5.9 - 8.8 lb·ft)
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Install the component to the specified torque.
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Note that internal damage may occur if the component drops. In this case, use it after inspecting.
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When installing a power pack, install it after checking the coupling (A).
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When attaching the power pack to the MDPS, attach the power pack in accordance with the guide line
as follows.
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Perform the "MDPS Tuning Data Setting" by KDS.
(Refer to MDPS System - "Diagnosis with KDS")
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Perform the "SAS Calibration" and "Set the steering feel torque to zero" by KDS.
(Refer to MDPS System - "Diagnosis with KDS")
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Check and erase the DTC.
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Check if there is any DTC code found before DTC erase.
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Replace the parts by MDPS Power Pack unit.
(Never detach the ECU and motor.)
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Perform the MDPS performance test.
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Diagnosis with KDS
[MDPS Tuning Data Setting]
Since MDPS can store various tuning maps with different steering feelings in the ECU and different steering
feelings depending on the app...
Removal
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Align the steering wheel so that the front wheels to facing straight ahead.
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See also:
Removal
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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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Remove the steering column upper and lower shrouds (A) after removing
3 screws.
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Adjustment
MDPS Column and Housing Repair procedures
