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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

    (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "AUXILIARY BATTERY ")

  2. Remove the engine cover.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE COVER ")

  3. Disconnect the Recirculation Control Valve (RCV) hose (A) and breather hose (B).
    G13575970Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the air intake hose (A) after removing the clamps.

    Tightening torque  :

    3.0 - 4.9 N.m (0.3 - 0.5 kgf.m, 2.2 - 3.6 lb.ft, 26.0 - 43.3 lb.in)

    G13575971Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Disconnect the Air Flow Sensor (AFS) connector (A).
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  6. Remove the AFS (A) after removing the mounting bolts.

    Tightening torque  :

    3.9 - 5.9 N.m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf.m, 2.9 - 4.3 lb.ft, 34.7 - 52.1 lb.in)

    G13575973Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.