Kia Soul: Power steering pump, belt and hoses (if equipped)
Kia Soul 2014-2019 PS Owner's Manual / Maintenance / Explanation of scheduled maintenance items / Power steering pump, belt and hoses (if equipped)
Check the power steering pump and hoses for leakage and damage. Replace any damaged or leaking parts immediately. Inspect the power steering belt (or drive belt) for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear, oiliness and proper tension. Replace or adjust it if necessary.
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 ...
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. ...
See also:
Water pump Inspection
1.
Check each part for cracks, damage or wear, and replace the coolant
pump assembly if necessary.
2.
Check the bearing for damage, abnorma ...
60,000 miles or 48 months
❑ Inspect air conditioning compressor, air conditioner refrigerant and performance
(if equipped)
❑ Inspect cooling system *1
❑ Inspect drive belt *4 (First, 60,000 miles or 72 ...