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
  Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
- The existing eyebolt washers (8 pcs) must be replaced with new ones. (Do not reuse them.)
  
  Fig 2: Replacing Eyebolt Washers
  Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
Perform the procedures below after installing.
1. Refill the automatic transaxle with fluid.
  (Refer to Hydraulic System - "FLUID ")
2. Refill the engine & transaxle system with coolant.
  (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "COOLANT ")
3. Refill the hybrid motor cooling system with coolant and then perform the air bleeding using the KDS/GDS.
  (Refer to Hybrid Motor System - "COOLANT ")
4. Confirm that there is no fluid leakage on connections in the engine starting condition.