Maval 9347M Rack and Pinion Assembly

Maval Remanufactured Rack and Pinion 9347M

Maval 9347M is a remanufactured rack and pinion assembly built for steering service on select Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima applications. It is specified with inner tie rods included and uses steel and aluminum casting materials for a direct-fit steering repair.

Key Features

• Remanufactured rack and pinion assembly from Maval
• Part number 9347M for application matching and cross-reference
• Inner tie rods included
• 2.88 total turns lock to lock
• 3 mounting holes with 3.63 in. / 92.08 mm mounting-hole spacing
• Input shaft diameter: 0.71 in. / 18.01 mm
• Input shaft length: 3.25 in. / 82.55 mm
• Pressure port thread size: M14 x 1.5
• Return port thread size: M16 x 1.5
• Rack length: 44.13 in. / 1120.78 mm

Product Details

This Maval remanufactured rack and pinion assembly is built for steering systems that require the listed port, shaft, and mounting dimensions. The design includes inner tie rods and a seat-style hose port configuration, helping simplify steering gear replacement on the correct vehicle application. This part cross-references Cardone Reman 26-2412 for the same application.

Compatible with 2001-2006 Kia Optima and 1999-2001 Hyundai Sonata without electric control steering. Use part number 9347M when verifying steering gear dimensions, port thread sizes, and vehicle fitment before installation.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive steering play or looseness
• Fluid leakage at the rack and pinion assembly
• Binding or rough steering effort
• Worn internal steering gear components
• Incorrect steering response on the listed Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima applications

Installation Notes

Confirm the vehicle’s steering configuration, mounting-hole spacing, input shaft dimensions, and port thread sizes before installation. This assembly is listed for 2001-2006 Kia Optima and 1999-2001 Hyundai Sonata without electric control steering, so match the original steering gear specifications carefully. Professional installation and a post-installation alignment are recommended after steering component replacement.

Quality Assurance

Maval remanufactured steering components are rebuilt to restore serviceable operation for the specified application. Verify all fitment details against the original unit and vehicle build information before ordering.