Atlantic Automotive Enterprises 6981 Rack and Pinion Assembly

Manual Steering Rack for Hyundai and Kia

Atlantic Automotive Enterprises 6981 is a remanufactured manual rack and pinion assembly with inner tie rods for select Hyundai and Kia applications. It is built for drivers replacing a worn manual steering rack before added steering effort or internal wear leads to more expensive repairs in the steering system.

This AAE Remanufactured Manual Rack and Pinion Complete Uni line focuses on application-specific replacement units rebuilt in the USA with OE-grade components and a durable painted finish. Part number 6981 is a direct-fit steering solution for 2013-2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport and 2013-2014 Kia Sorento manual steering applications.

Key Features

• Remanufactured manual rack and pinion assembly with inner tie rods included
• Manufactured Again Certified quality process
• 100% tested after the rebuilding process
• Disassembled, cleaned, and rebuilt with all wear components replaced
• Electrostatically painted with automotive-grade paint for finish protection
• New bellows secured with OE stainless steel clamps to help keep dirt and debris out
• Application-specific design for select Hyundai Santa Fe Sport and Kia Sorento models

Product Details

Atlantic Automotive Enterprises remanufactures this manual steering rack in the USA using only OE-quality components during the rebuild process. The assembly is restored to OE performance and finish, then coated for long-lasting protection in everyday driving conditions. Because manual racks are often used with Electric Power Steering columns on import vehicles, replacing a failing rack early can help avoid additional steering-system damage.

This part number 6981 is a practical replacement for drivers searching for a remanufactured manual steering rack for 2013-2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport or a manual rack and pinion assembly for 2013-2014 Kia Sorento. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 565001U500, 565004Z000) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive steering play or looseness
• Rough or inconsistent steering feel
• Fluid-free steering rack wear in manual steering systems
• Contamination from torn bellows or damaged rack boots
• Noise or binding caused by worn internal steering components

Installation Notes and Quality Assurance

Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and steering configuration before installation. This assembly is supplied with inner tie rods and new bellows secured by OE stainless steel clamps, which helps reduce contamination-related wear after replacement. Professional installation and a complete steering inspection are recommended to confirm proper alignment and system operation.

AAE remanufactures this unit in the USA and tests each rack after rebuilding. Warranty coverage is 24 months or 24,000 miles.

• Fits 2013-2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, N/A
• Fits 2013-2014 Kia Sorento, N/A