Repair Procedures: Installation

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: The existing valve body cover gasket (A) must be replaced with a new one. (Do not reuse it.)

Fig 1: Installing Valve Body Cover Gasket
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Perform the procedures below after installing.
1. Refill the automatic transaxle with fluid.
  (Refer to Hydraulic System - "FLUID ")
2. Clear the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) using the KDS. Disconnecting the battery negative terminal will not clear the DTCs. Clear DTCs using the KDSat all times.
3. Reset the automatic transaxle adaptive values using the KDS.
  
  Fig 2: Screen Display - Reset Automatic Transaxle Adaptive Values
  Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
4. Perform the TCM adaptive values learning procedure.
  (Refer to Automatic Transaxle Control System - "ADJUSTMENT ")
5. After installing, check for leakage of coolant or fluid from hose connection during engine start.