Hyundai Kona: Motor Driven Power Steering / Description and operation

MDPS (Motor Dirven Power Steering) system uses an electric motor to assist the steering force and it is an engine operation independent steering system.

MDPS control module controls the motor operation according to information received from the each sensor and CAN (Controller Area Network),

resulting in a more precise and timely control of steering assist than conventional engine-driven hydraulic systems. Components (Steering Angle Sensor, Torque Sensor, Fail-safe relay, etc.) of the MDPS system are located inside the steering column. MDPS unit assembly, steering column, and MDPS unit assembly must not be disassembled for inspection. They must be replaced if necessary.

Motor Driven Power Steering

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Components and components location

Components 1. Steering wheel 2. Steering column 3. MDPS motor 4. MDPS ECU 5. Tid rod end 6. Bellows 7. Steering gear box 8. Dust cover 9. Univ ...

Other information:

Hyundai Kona (OS) 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Starting the engine
WARNING Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your vehicle. Unsuitable shoes, such as high heels, ski boots, sandals, flip-flops, etc., may interfere with your ability to use the brake, accelerator and clutch pedals. Do not start the vehicle with the accelerator pedal depressed. The ...

Hyundai Kona (OS) 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Start-up
You can start the engine without inserting the key. For detailed information refer to the Engine Start/Stop button in chapter 5. NOTICE To prevent damaging the smart key: Keep the smart key away from water or any liquid and fire. If the inside of the smart key gets damp (due to drinks or moistu ...