LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone: 1960-2025
Home >> Kia >> 2021 >> K5 GT-Line, FWD >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Transmission >> Transmission Control Systems >> Automatic Transaxle Control System - 1.6L >> Oil Temperature Sensor (Main Harness) >> Repair Procedures >> Removal
April 5, 2026: LEMON Manuals is launched! Read the announcement.

Repair Procedures: Removal

NOTE:
  • Automatic transaxle is composed of delicate components. Be careful not to cause any damage on the component in the course of assembly and disassembly.
  • Maintain clean condition so that foreign substance does not get into the automatic transaxle.
  • Use a coated apron, latex gloves, and stainless tray to prevent foreign substance from getting into the transaxle.
  1. Remove the under cover.

    (Refer to " Removal And Installation  ") 

  2. Drain the engine coolant.

    (Engine Mechanical System - Refer to " REPLACEMENT AND AIR BLEEDING  ") 

  3. Remove the ATF drain plug (A), allow the fluid to drain out and then reinstall the drain plug.

    Tightening torque: 

    33.3 - 43.1 N m (3.4 - 4.4 kgf m, 24.6 - 31.8 lb ft)

    G13834242Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • Automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) can be reused. Collect it using a clean 10-liter beaker.
    • The existing ATF drain plug gasket must be replaced with a new one (do not reuse).
  4. Remove the air cleaner assembly.

    (Refer to " Removal And Installation  ") 

  5. Remove the wiring bracket (A).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G13834243Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the ATF warmer.

    (Refer to " Removal  ") 

  7. Remove the valve body cover (A) after removing the bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

    11.8 -13.7 N m (1.2 - 1.4 kgf m, 8.7 - 10.1 lb ft)

    G13834244Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove the main harness (A) after removing the bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G13834245Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  9. Remove the detent spring (A), then remove the valve body assembly (B) by removing the bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

    1. 24.5 - 35.3 Nm (2.5 - 3.6 kgf m, 18.1 - 26.0 lb ft)
    2. 9.8 - 11.8 N m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb ft)
    G13834246Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  10. Disconnect the speed sensor connector (A).
    G13834247Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  11. Remove the speed sensor (A).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G13834248Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  12. Disconnect the main connector (A).
    G13834249Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  13. Remove the clip (A) after removing the bolt.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G13834250Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  14. Remove the connector (A) by pushing it downward.
    G13834251Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.