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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Remove the battery.

    (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly.

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

  3. Remove the TCM (C) by loosening bracket mounting bolt (A) and nut (B) after disconnecting the TCM connector (D).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    Fig 1: Disconnecting TCM Connector
    G12180424Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.