1998 Kia Sephia Steering Parts

This table covers the fluids specified for this steering system. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable. Read more

22 Power Steering Fluid parts are listed for the 1998 Kia Sephia, from VALVOLINE, PRESTONE, MOBIL and 4 other brands. VALVOLINE 798153 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Dexron grade, VALVOLINE and MOBIL supply 4 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Dexron" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is VALVOLINE 798153.

In the Multi-Vehicle grade, PRESTONE, VALVOLINE, MOBIL and 3 other brands supply 16 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Multi-Vehicle" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is MOBIL 126505.

In the Type III (H) grade, ACDELCO supplies 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Type III (H)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is ACDELCO 109240.

This table covers the Power Steering Pressure hoses. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

9 Power Steering Pressure Hose parts are listed for the 1998 Kia Sephia, from FAMOUS BRAND, EDELMANN, SUNSONG and 2 other brands. EDELMANN 92146 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include EDELMANN 92146, EDELMANN 92145 and FAMOUS BRAND 37219, among others listed above.

This table covers the Power Steering pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit. Read more

4 Power Steering Pump parts are listed for the 1998 Kia Sephia, from CARDONE, LARES, MAVAL and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: CARDONE 215111, LARES 2774 and MAVAL 96452M, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Power Steering reservoirs. Read more

2 Power Steering Reservoir parts for the 1998 Kia Sephia come from 2 brands — AAE and DORMAN.

This group includes AAE RES0096 and DORMAN 603820.

This table covers the Power Steering Return hoses. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

2 Power Steering Return Hose parts for the 1998 Kia Sephia come from 2 brands — EDELMANN and SUNSONG.

Part numbers include EDELMANN 93028 and SUNSONG 3404293.

This table covers the steering gear assemblies that turn the tie rods. Typical signs include fluid at a torn boot, a growl when you turn, or play that the inner tie rods do not explain. Flush the old power-steering fluid with the rack — grit in the old fluid is the usual cause of a repeat leak. Read more

2 Rack and Pinion parts for the 1998 Kia Sephia come from 2 brands — MAVAL and TERREPOWER.

Part numbers include MAVAL 9397M and TERREPOWER 3130197.

This table covers the rubber boots that seal the inner tie-rod joints on the rack. Read more

5 Rack and Pinion Bellow parts are listed for the 1998 Kia Sephia, from BECK/ARNLEY, HOLSTEIN, DELPHI and 1 other brand. HOLSTEIN 2SBK0002 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include HOLSTEIN 2SBK0002, BECK/ARNLEY 1032695 and BECK/ARNLEY 1032684, among others listed above.

This table covers the Rack and Pinion Seal kits. Read more

3 Rack and Pinion Seal Kit parts are listed for the 1998 Kia Sephia, from EDELMANN, FVP and SUNSONG.

Part numbers include EDELMANN 8987 and SUNSONG 8401338, among others listed above.

This table covers the inner and outer tie-rod ends that steer each front knuckle. Typical signs include play on center, a feathered front tire, or a boot that has split and packed with grit. Replace inner and outer ends together on a high-mileage axle, then get an alignment. Read more

47 Tie Rod End parts are listed for the 1998 Kia Sephia, from MEVOTECH, MOOG, SUSPENSIA and 19 other brands. FAMOUS BRAND 260074520 carries the "Popular" badge. They are grouped as Daily Driver and Economy, with Daily Driver the largest group at 24 parts from MEVOTECH, MOOG, SUSPENSIA and 9 other brands.