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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Remove the air cleaner assembly and air duct.

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

  2. Loosen the reservoir mounting bolts (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    3.9 - 5.9 N.m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf.m, 2.9 - 4.3 lb.ft)

    G13388266Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Disconnect the TCM connector (A).
    G13388267Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the TCM loosening the bolt (B) and nuts (A).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G13388268Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.