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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")

  3. Remove the intercooler inlet pipe & hose assembly.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "INTERCOOLER ")

  4. Disconnect the EWGA connector (A).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting EWGA Connector
    G12145820Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the exhaust manifold heat protector (A) after loosening the mounting bolt.
    Fig 2: Removing Exhaust Manifold Heat Protector
    G12145821Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the shaft link assembly (B) after removing the C-ring (A).
    Fig 3: Removing Shaft Link Assembly
    G12145822Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the EWGA after removing the bolts (A).
    Fig 4: Removing EWGA Bolts
    G12145823Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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