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Repair Procedures: Installation

  1. Check that the shift lever is placed in the "N" position.
  2. Install the inhibitor switch (A).
    NOTE: Lightly tighten the inhibitor switch mounting bolts so that necessary adjustments can be made.
    G13304180Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the manual control lever (A).
    NOTE: Lightly tighten the manual control lever nut so that necessary adjustments can be made.
    G13304181Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Align the hole (B) in the manual control lever with the "N" position hole (A) of the inhibitor switch and then insert the SST inhibitor switch guide pin (09480-A3800).
    G13304182Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Tighten the manual lever mounting nut (A) to the specified torque.

    Tightening torque: 

    17.7 - 24.5 N.m (1.8 - 2.5 kgf.m, 13.0 - 18.1 lb.ft)

  6. Tighten the inhibitor switch mounting bolts (B) to the specified torque.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G13304183Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the SST (09480-A3800) from the adjustment hole.
  8. Connect the inhibitor switch connector (A).
    G13304184Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  9. Tighten the nut (A) loosely.
    NOTE: Lightly tighten the nut so that necessary adjustments can be made.
    G13304185Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  10. Tighten the nut (A) to the specified torque after removing free play by pushing the shift cable in the direction of the arrow.

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb.ft)

    G13304186Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  11. Install the air duct and air cleaner assembly.

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