Kia Rio: Steering System / Steering wheel
Components and components location

1. Steering
wheel
2. Lower cover
3. Bezel
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4. Remote
switch
5. Connector
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Repair procedures
1. |
Disconnect the battery negative cable.
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2. |
Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are facing straight
ahead.
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3. |
Remove the driver airbag module.
(Refer to Restraint - "Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring")
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4. |
Disconnect the clock spring connector.

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5. |
Loosen the bolt and then remove the steering wheel.
Tightening torque:
44.1 - 49.0 N·m (4.5 - 5.0 kgf·m, 32.5 - 36.2 lb·ft)
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When removing the steering wheel, do not impact it by
hammering as it may damage the steering column.
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1. |
Loosen the steering wheel screw.

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2. |
Loosen the steering wheel lower cover srew.

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3. |
Disconnect the switch connector.

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4. |
Remove the bezel.

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5. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1.
Remove the universal joint bolt.
Tightening torque :
32.4 - 37.3 N·m (3.3 - 3.8 kgf·m, 23.9 - 27.5 ...
Description and operation
Description
The heated steering wheel system improves the thermal comfort of the driver by
heating the steering wheel when manually selected.
Specif ...
Other information:
Repair procedures
Inspection
Vapor hose
1.
Check all the clamps for tightness and the connections for leakage.
2.
Visually check the vapor lines and hoses for cracks, leaks, loose connections,
or deformation.
Fuel filler cap
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Rear seat cushion assembly
2. Rear seat back assembly
Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Remove the rear seat cushion assembly (A) after loosening the bolt.
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