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Repair Procedures: Removal

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The oil temperature sensor is integrated with the solenoid valve main connector and can not be disassembled. The oil temperature sensor should be replaced with the solenoid valve main connector.

  1. Move the shift lever to "N" range.
  2. Remove the valve body assembly.

    (Refer to "VALVE BODY ")

  3. Disconnect the input & output speed sensor connector (A).
  4. Loosen the solenoid valve harness bolts (B).

    Tightening Torque: 

    9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

    Fig 1: Solenoid Valve Harness Bolts & Output Speed Sensor Connector
    G00569878Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Disconnect the solenoid valve connector (A).
    Fig 2: Solenoid Valve Connector
    G00569879Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the clip (A) and then remove the connector by pressing it downward.

    Tightening Torque: 

    9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

    Fig 3: Removing Clip And Connector
    G00569880Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.