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Repair Procedures: Removal

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The oil temperature sensor is integrated with the solenoid valve main connector and cannot be disassembled. The oil temperature sensor should be replaced with the solenoid valve main connector.

  1. Shift the gear to "N".
  2. Remove the valve body assembly. (Refer to Hydraulic System - "VALVE BODY ")
  3. Disconnect the input & output speed sensor connector (A).
  4. Loosen the solenoid valve harness bolts (B).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G12932964Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Disconnect the solenoid valve connector (A).
    G12932965Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the clip (A) and then remove the connector by pushing it downward.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G12932966Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.