Do-it-yourself steering rack repair Hyundai Getz

Korean automotive technology

concern is known all over the world. The geography is not limited to the Asian market, but goes far beyond its borders. For the first time, the Hyundai Getz made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in 2003, and at the end of the same year went on mass sale. On different continents of the globe, it has different names. So, in South Korea it is Click, in India it is Prime, in Japan it is TB, Inocom in Malaysia.

The Getz is a small, compact car with economical fuel consumption, low monthly maintenance costs. So to say, an ideal option for a young family consisting of two or three people.

At the beginning of 2012, by decision of the company's management, Getz was removed from mass production in favor of a more solid version - the Hyundai Solaris. Despite this, small cars are still found on the roads. The owners of the Getz often undergo diagnostics and post-warranty technical inspection in car services.

The structure of the steering rack Hyundai Getz is as follows:

• side sleeve;
• steering shaft;
• piston;
• seals - seals;
• bypass tubes;
• worm shaft;
• spool;
• top seal.

Depending on the variation of the model, a servo drive can be installed. It is an electric valve that is installed in the piston and regulates the oil supply depending on the speed of the shaft. Thus, the faster the car moves, the greater the responsiveness of the steering wheel due to the increase in pressure and vice versa. It is very convenient while driving on highways, the driver feels the steering wheel more confidently. This technology has long been used in racing cars.

Considering that the machine

It is intended mainly for megacities with a smooth road surface; it is not recommended to use it for country roads at all. But in practice it's not like that.

Because of this, the steering and chassis “suffer”. Parts and assemblies fail prematurely, as they are not designed for such loads. So, the steering rack takes the first place in terms of malfunction.

The second is the rear bearings. Cause of failure: Insufficient amount of lubricant inside the hub cavity, despite systematic addition. The reason for this is the design of the mechanism. Another reason lies in the mechanical type of gearbox. The detents on the gears make a distinct crunch due to wear after 60,000 km.

The whole repair process begins with a comprehensive diagnosis and search for a probable cause. This is followed by dismantling and disassembly. Particular attention

draws on such small and insignificant details as bushings and crackers. They serve as a stop for the spring. They wear out quickly due to the fact that the basis is a polymer material, which is not as durable as metal.

Further, the clamping insert is made of bronze, which narrows under the influence of elevated temperature, a play is formed. You can eliminate it for a while by tightening the bolt. After some time, the backlash is formed again. A complete replacement of the bronze liner is required.

Pressing out a cracker, which was fairly brought up, is quite difficult, the development and burrs prevent this. Often the so-called old "grandfather" method is used - with a screwdriver and a pliers.

Signs of the initial stage of failure are as follows:

• the presence of oily spots under the car in the area of ​​​​the power steering;
• poor responsiveness while driving;
• insufficient controllability at speeds over 80 km / h;
• knocking and creaking while driving on paving stones or potholes;
• biting the steering wheel when turning to the extreme left or right position.

It is not recommended to carry out diagnostics and repairs on your own, since the dismantling process is quite complicated, and you cannot do without the qualified help of a service center master.

• the negative impact of corrosion due to leakage and leakage of moisture inside;
• insufficient fluid level in the power steering system;
• marriage in the manufacture of parts;
• installation of low-quality and non-original spare parts;
• aggressive driving style;
• operation at unacceptable temperature conditions.

After placing an order

indicating the list of services, the machine is placed in a separate box. Many sensors and sensors are connected. During operation, they read information, transmit it to the central monitor. The specialist analyzes the indicators, makes a decision on partial or complete repairs. As for the steering rack, it is immediately dismantled and tested on a special table, clamped in a metal vise. During the diagnostics, a decision is made to replace components and spare parts. The selection is carried out in accordance with the marking of the catalog for a given vehicle.

After complete disassembly, the parts are cleaned with a solution to remove dirt and dried. The hull is checked for defects. Only in the absence of cracks on the aluminum case can we talk about a partial repair. Replacement and installation are always completed by testing the unit for operability and possible defects. Further, the successful completion and transfer of the technical means into the hands of the owner.

1. Pass in time technical inspection if the machine is under warranty. Delaying diagnosis may void your warranty.
2. Avoid aggressive driving style. In the process of such a ride, the load on all parts increases several times, including on the steering mechanism.
3. Turn the steering wheel less with cold, cold oil. Wait until it warms up to a temperature of 40℃, then start driving.
4. Monitor the external state of the GUR. As soon as you see oily spots and streaks, immediately contact a car service for advice.
5. Use only the oil specified by the manufacturer. No other brands are desirable, with the exception of recommendations from service stations.

Consider what the Hyundai Getz steering rack consists of, signs of a steering rack malfunction, the main causes of breakdown and wear of the racks, how best to diagnose the malfunction and repair the Getz rack.

Each car has a mechanism that transmits the force from the rotation of the steering wheel to the steered wheels. According to the principle of force transmission, it can be a worm gear, a screw-ball nut and a rack and pinion mechanism. The steering rack with a rack and pinion drive has received the greatest distribution on cars and small trucks. It is compact, provides good controllability, is reliable and durable.

• With a mechanical drive. This simplest and most common device consists of a gear at the end of the steering shaft and a special rack with teeth of the same pitch. Rods at both ends make a movable connection with the rack.
• Hydraulic rack. A hydraulic booster is built into the design, which reduces the force on the steering wheel. This allows you to make the gear ratio smaller, and the response to the steering movement is sharper. The power steering pump is driven from the crankshaft pulley by means of a V-ribbed belt.
• The electric rack and pinion mechanism differs from the hydraulic one in the presence of a special electric motor in the mechanism, which also facilitates driving. The electric motor can be installed both on the shaft and combined with the rack housing.

All types of steering racks are similar and have the following main components:

• The crankcase or housing, cast from an aluminum alloy, serves to accommodate moving mechanisms inside. He himself is attached to the engine shield, with the upper position of the rail or to a special subframe, with the lower position.
• Drive gear or gear wheel.It is mounted on bearings, connected directly or through a cardan shaft to the steering shaft.
• The rail itself. It has a special notch on only one surface, on the reverse side it is pressed with a special spring to eliminate backlash in the joint.
• Retaining ring and bushing with stuffing box. They are installed along the edges of the rail, ensure its tightness and limit the maximum amount of movement.

Unfortunately, sooner or later this unit fails and the Getz rail may need to be repaired or replaced.

Frequent rides on curbs and abrupt starts with the wheels turned out also reduce the resource. The steering mechanism is rigidly connected to the wheels, so it will take all the blows. In addition, increased dust and pollution leads to failure of the anthers. Dirt that gets inside the steering rack quickly finishes the assembly itself.

The main symptoms of a malfunctioning steering rack are distinguished:

• A knock that appears on small bumps, especially when driving straight. It quiets down when turning the steering wheel all the way.
• There is no force on the steering wheel or disappears in the zero position of the steering wheel.
• The steering wheel is reluctant to return to the zero position after cornering.
• Increased reaction of the car to the rotation of the steering wheel, the steering angle does not correspond to the angle of rotation of the wheels.
• The rotation of the steering wheel is involuntary.
• Reducing the fluid level in the reservoir of the power steering system, smudges outside the rack and pinion mechanism.

Usually this requires the removal of the assembly from the car, followed by disassembly and troubleshooting. During the assessment, the following parameters are checked:

• The integrity of the glands and the contamination of the bypass valves (in the case of a hydraulic booster mechanism). Damage to hydraulic pipes and connections.
• Wear of the gear teeth and the rack itself. Traditional is increased wear in the near-zero zone. Measurements are carried out using special probes and measuring equipment in order to accurately assess the possibility of further restoration of the node.
• Wear of Teflon bushings and rail tips.
• The weakening of the force of the clamping spring.
• Correct operation of the electric motor or power steering pump.
• Seizures on the walls of the working cylinder.

If during the inspection and communication with the client it turns out that the Goetz rail needs to be repaired, then the shaft journals are ground to the repair size, the gear teeth are ground, followed by grinding. New support bushings are made and all seals and seals are replaced.

When wear exceeds the allowable limit, damaged parts are replaced with new ones. After that, the finished Hyundai Getz steering rack is filled with lubricating fluid and checked on a special stand for compliance with factory parameters.

The repaired steering rack Hyundai Getz is installed back on the car and the wheel alignment is mandatory. It should be noted that if the service life of a new rail is about 200-250 thousand kilometers, then after the repair of the Goetz rail, this figure will be lower.

In conclusion, one can a few tips regarding the operation of the steering mechanism for all motorists.

• Go around all the pits and bumps, do not try to overcome the obstacle with a swoop. The principle "more speed - less holes" definitely does not work here.
• Do not get carried away with a long ride with the steering wheel turned to the extreme position.
• Monitor the integrity of the anthers, damaged ones must be changed immediately.
• Do not allow the fluid level in the hydraulic booster reservoir to drop below the minimum, replace it regularly.
• In the cold season, after leaving the parking lot, do not make sudden movements with the steering wheel - let the oil in the rack crankcase heat up to normal temperature.
• Wheels must be installed only in the dimension and offset provided by the manufacturer.

the steering rack is knocking is it possible to pull it up if yes then how thankful in advance

Would like to know what it is

to 06a5SiW3: Good day, the main thing there is to guess with the adjustment (do not overtighten), otherwise the steering wheel will be too tight. And not holding out too bad.It is necessary to unscrew the 4 bolts securing the rail to the subframe, and 4 bolts securing the subframe to the body, the lock nut on the rail, well, tighten the steering insert itself until it stops, and then back a little for one hour. that is, not half a turn, not a quarter of a turn, but only one hour on the dial (approximately). but it is better to first remove the steering liner, and look at it, if the liner coating is worn off, then you need to replace it with a new one. . If this is a knock from behind the steering liner, then that's it, with adjustment. And initially you need to check the tie rods, and tips, as well as the sleeve on the right side of the rack. You can also add that calipers, and weakened rubber bands of the stabilizer, as well as stabilizer struts, can also knock, but this happens less often.

I'll add a diagram. For clarity*) The steering rack is tightened with 11 bolts. And the tightening torque is like mATr1xX - all the way minus an hour.

You can pull yourself up. At about 70 tyk, as a rule, this happens. Use a long chisel. Tighten 16 turns. Please note that you can tighten only once, then repair or replace.

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The maneuverability of the car depends on the correct distribution of the effort of the driver's hands on the wheels, and the steering rack is responsible for this. Indefinite noise from the rack, leakage, too free play - even novice car owners can detect these defects. Hyundai Getz steering rack repair, as well as its replacement with a restored or new one - this is offered by our company to Hyundai Getz car owners. All repairs, including professional diagnostics, will be carried out using modern equipment. Only highly qualified specialists will take care of your car. All stages of work and the spare parts used are mandatory checked for compliance with quality in the repair process. In addition, we sell Hyundai Getz steering racks - new, refurbished used and on order.

All repairs will be carried out by qualified specialists, and therefore we clearly guarantee the highest quality of repairs. Six months - this is the warranty period that we provide for the steering rack and work on its repair. Its repeated repair is carried out by us free of charge, subject to the only condition that the warranty obligations were fulfilled by the driver.

Personal approach to all customers, efficiency of work, a large selection of parts in our warehouses - this gives you confidence that the Hyundai Getz steering rack repair in our company will be carried out at the highest level. Do-it-yourself repair in the absence of skill, contacting a poor-quality car service is the possibility of a final breakdown of the device and the appearance of a dangerous situation on the road. Only craftsmen with extensive experience in this segment of the car market can carry out high-quality repairs.

kolj

Rides on: Hyundai Getz
With us since 07.11.14
Total posts: 5

the steering rack is knocking, who knows how to tighten the adjusting bolt and how to get to it, I want to know in more detail

NikolAs

club expert Drives: Hyundai Getz
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Total messages: 1449

Sorry. Are you sure it's the steering rack that's rattling? The fact is that you can pull it up, but how not to make it worse. It is not necessary to tighten correctly, but to adjust the steering rack! To the best of the “knock” of the rails on the Getz is a common thing. as if they consider a small, barely noticeable knock to be the norm. Please describe how you determined that it was the steering rack that was knocking, and, for example, not the tips, rod or anti-roll bar due to sagging bushings (rubber bands). You see, first you need to know exactly the “disease”, and then treat it. Otherwise it can be damaged. Well, that's just advice! Good luck!

kolj

Drives to: Hyundai Getz
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to NikolAs: Thank you very much for your attention and understanding. Everything needs to be adjusted correctly, and not tightened. When the car is moving in the pits, a dull thud is heard, if you turn the steering wheel sharply to the right to the left when the engine is off, then a distinct knock is heard from below in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe rail. Traction and everything else checked in order. Question? How to get to adjust or replace the bushing. Do not disassemble the entire suspension? If you have good advice, I will be grateful! All the best!

NikolAs

club expert Drives: Hyundai Getz
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Advice in this case, if, as you write, “a thud is heard when the car is moving in the pits. “, then I suspect that the bushings of the anti-roll bar (a penny part) have sagged (worn out), here is its number 54812-1s000 or an analogue of 54813-1s010. I think it’s worth replacing them and then, after testing in the car, feel the difference. Maybe this moment will help you solve the problem and not get into the jungle with steering rack adjustment, which may turn out to be a completely unnecessary procedure in your case! As they say, a very high cost of the operation to remove the tonsils can only be if it is done through the anus, sorry!)

Therefore, start by replacing the stabilizer bar bushings. For some reason I am sure that this will solve your problem. The knock you described is most likely from the development of the stabilizer bushings.

This is how they look (there are two of them)

And here they are installed, position 2

kolj

Drives to: Hyundai Getz
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to NikolAs: Thank you so much for the good advice. Yes, when driving, the knock is most likely bushings. But when you turn the steering wheel sharply to the right to the left and the knock comes straight from the steering rack in the middle, what is it? My name is Nikolai. Judging by your photos, you are from St. Petersburg. please. If it does not bother you, is it possible to discuss this topic by phone. My phone is 89500339194. Dial, I will reset and call you. Once again, thank you very much. All the best

NikolAs

club expert Drives: Hyundai Getz
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Hi namesake!) I'm from Belarus. I just went to St. Petersburg on business in the spring, here are the pictures here from St. Petersburg) You can grind the topic for anyone in Skype. Now I'll send you my coordinates in a personal. Good luck!

kolj

Drives to: Hyundai Getz
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to NikolAs: Thank you! If there is an opportunity tomorrow, that is, on 11/18/14 anywhere in the region from 21-30 to 23-00 I will call. All the best!

Jesus

Drives to: Hyundai Tucson
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It is unlikely that the stub bushings will give a voice on a muffled and, as I understand it, a car standing still, with a sharp movement of the steering wheel to the sides.

As a rule, rails with power steering can make such sounds, being completely serviceable, because. there is no liquid backwater and the central mechanism has free play, in caprolon bushings.

Try to turn the steering wheel to the left and from under the hood pull on the right side of the rod or rack shaft, up and down. If an annoying knock appears, repair the rack. if not, shaft wear is possible and knocking will only occur when the steering wheel is straight. Then, too, for repairs or try it yourself (by removing the rail and disassembling it) turn the drive shaft 180 degrees relative to the main shaft.

(This is if replacing the bushings does not work. ;)))

kolj

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to Jesus: Thank you very much, very well explained. Let you be very lucky, well, whatever!

Knocking in the steering rack Hyundai. Repair!