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Repair Procedures: Disassembly

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  1. Remove the front tire [RH].
  2. Loosen the drive belt.

    G 1.6 T-GDI (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - DRIVE BELT .)

    G 2.0 MPI NU (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - DRIVE BELT .)

  3. Remove the clutch bolt (A) while holding the pulley with a clutch bolt remover (09383-59100).

    Tightening torque: 

    15.0 - 21.0 N.m (1.53 - 2.14 kgf.m, 11.1 - 15.5 lb - ft)

    G13482196Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Loosen the limiter bolts and then remove the limiter & hub assembly (A).
    G13482197Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the pulley (B) after removing the snap ring (A) with snap ring pliers.
    G13482198Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    G13482199Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to damage the pulley and compressor during disassembly/reassembly.
    • Once the snap ring is removed, replace it with a new one.
  6. Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
    NOTE:
    • Clean the pulley and compressor sliding surfaces with non-petroleum solvent.
    • Install a new snap ring, and make sure they are fully seated in the groove.
    • Make sure that the pulley turns smoothly after reassembly.