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) 2018-2025 Owners Manual: Care of seat belts
Seat belt systems should never be disassembled or modified. In addition, care should be taken to assure that seat belts and belt hardware are not damaged by seat hinges, doors or other abuse. Periodic inspection All seat belts should be inspected periodically for wear or damage of any kind. Any d ...

Hyundai Kona (OS) 2018-2025 Owners Manual: Power brakes
Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal usage. If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving, the power assist for the brakes will not work. You can still stop your vehicle by applying greater force to the brake pedal than typical. The stoppin ...