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July 1: So it begins. Don't worry, this is not in the correct legal jurisdiction!

Removal And Installation

  1. Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
  2. Remove the air duct and air cleaner assembly.

    (Refer to Intake and Exhaust System - "AIR CLEANER ")

  3. Remove the engine room under cover.

    (Refer to Engine and Transmission Assembly - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")

  4. Disconnect the RCV solenoid valve connector (A) and booster pressure sensor (BPS) connector (B).
    G13303427Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Disconnect the intercooler outlet hose (A).
    G13303428Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the intercooler inlet hose & pipe (A).

    Tightening torque 

    Hose clamp bolt:

    4.9 - 6.9 N.m (0.5 - 0.7 kgf.m, 3.6 - 5.1 lb.ft, 43.4 - 60.8 lb.in)

    (If equipped with a cap, tighten it until the cap is removed.)

    Pipe mounting Bolt:

    18.6 - 23.5 N.m (1.9 - 2.4 kgf.m, 13.7 - 17.4 lb.ft)

    G13303429Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the front bumper assembly.

    (Refer to Body (Interior and Exterior) - "FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY ")

  8. Remove the intercooler air guide (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    6.9 - 10.8 N.m (0.7-1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 - 8.0 lb.ft)

    G13303430Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  9. Remove the intercooler (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    6.9 - 10.8 N.m (0.7-1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 - 8.0 lb.ft)

    G13303431Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  10. Install in the reverse order of removal.