Cardone 24-2657 Rack and Pinion Assembly

Cardone Rack and Pinion Assembly for Kia Rio

Restore steering response with this remanufactured Cardone rack and pinion assembly, part number 24-2657. It is built for 2001-2006 Kia Rio models with manual rack and pinion steering and includes inner tie rods for the listed application.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment-style fit for the specified Kia Rio application
• Aluminum housing with protective black finish to help resist corrosion
• New spool valve seals and rack donut seals installed where applicable
• 100% replacement of rubber sealing components
• Specialized lubricant applied for extended service life
• Factory test drive performed to verify operation and on-car communications
• Rack length: 45.75 in. with 3.97 total turns lock to lock

Product Details

Cardone’s Rack and Pinion Assembly line focuses on remanufactured steering components that are returned to service with new premium wear items and tested under operating conditions. Part number 24-2657 is engineered for the Kia Rio steering system listed in the fitment data, with a 2-hole mounting layout, 11.94 in. mounting-hole spacing, and inner tie rods included for the application. This part cross-references Kia OE numbers such as 0K30A32110 and 57700FD000 for the same application.

Common Steering Issues This Part Can Address

• Excessive steering play or loose steering feel
• Internal fluid bypass in the rack and pinion assembly
• Hard steering after startup caused by worn internal seals
• Steering that does not return smoothly after a turn
• Noise or leakage from a worn steering rack housing

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2001-2006 Kia Rio, N/A, with manual rack & pinion steering. Verify the steering system is fully bled after installation to remove air from the hydraulic circuit. If the steering pump whines after replacement, check for trapped air and inspect the return line for restriction or kinks. Confirm front-end alignment after installation, since alignment affects steering return-to-center.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone electronic power steering rack and pinion undergoes a factory test drive that simulates demanding operating conditions while checking on-car communications. Rubber sealing components are replaced, and a specialized lubricant is applied during remanufacturing to support durability and consistent operation. Part number 24-2657 is remanufactured to meet rigorous quality and performance standards for the listed Kia Rio application.