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Repair Procedures: Installation

  1. Install the crankshaft sprocket (A) and timing chain oil jet (B).

    Tightening torque: 

    7.8-11.8 N.m (0.8- 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8-8.7 lb.ft)

    G13704411Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Place the crankshaft key at the left 180°.
    G13704412Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the oil pump chain.

    (Refer to Lubrication System - "OIL PUMP ")

  4. Install the timing chain guide (A).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G13704413Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the timing chain (A).
    G13704414Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • When installing a timing chain, align the timing marks on the sprockets with the timing marks (color links) of the chain.

      [Intake CVVT timing mark] 

      G13704415Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

      [Exhaust CVVT timing mark] 

      G13704416Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

      [Crankshaft sprocket timing mark] 

      G13704417Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    • Check if the TDC mark at the front of intake and exhaust CVVT on right side 0° when the installation of timing chain.
      G13704418Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install the timing chain tensioner arm (B) and then install the timing chain tensioner (A).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G13704419Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: Remove the fixing pin (A) after install the timing chain tensioner.
    G13704420Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Install the cam to cam guide (A).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G13704421Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. Check if the TDC mark at the front of intake and exhaust CVVT on right side 0° by turning crankshaft twice to clockwise.
    G13704422Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  9. Install the timing chain cover.

    (Refer to Timing System - "TIMING CHAIN COVER ")

  10. Install the other parts in the reverse order of removal.