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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Disconnect the alternator connector (A).
  3. Disconnect the alternator "B" terminal (B) after loosening the mounting nut.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Alternator Connector
    G12163042Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Using the hexagon wrench, turn the tensioner (A) counterclockwise and loosen.
    Fig 2: Turning Tensioner Counterclockwise
    G12163043Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the alternator upper mounting bolt (A).

    Alternator Upper Mounting Bolt: 

    29.4 - 41.2 N.m (3.0 - 4.2 kgf.m, 21.7 - 30.4 lb.ft)

    Fig 3: Removing Alternator Upper Mounting Bolt
    G12163044Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the alternator mounting bracket (A) after loosening the lower mounting bolts (B).

    Alternator Bracket & Lower Mounting Bolt: 

    21.6 - 32.4 N.m (2.2 - 3.3 kgf.m, 15.9 - 23.9 lb.ft)

    Fig 4: Removing Alternator Mounting Bracket
    G12163045Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the alternator (A).
Fig 5: Removing Alternator
G12163046Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.