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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)

    G13361916Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Disconnect the TCM connector (A).
    G13361917Courtesy 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

    G13361918Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.