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Removal And Installation

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  1. Remove the drive belt.

    (Refer to "DRIVE BELT ")

  2. Remove the engine room under cover.

    (Refer to "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")

  3. Remove the crankshaft damper pulley (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    46.1 - 51.9 N.m (4.7 - 5.3 kgf.m, 33.9 - 38.3 lb.ft) + [78° - 82°]

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    NOTE: There are two methods to hold the ring gear when installing or removing the crankshaft damper pulley.
    • Install the SST (09231-2B100) to hold the ring gear after removing the starter.
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    • Install the SST (09231-3D100) to hold the ring gear after removing the dust cover.
    1. Remove the dust cover (A) on the bottom of the ladder frame and unfasten the two transaxle mounting bolts (B).
      G12932402Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    2. Adjust the length of the holder nuts (A) so that the front plate of the holder (B) puts in the ring gear (C) teeth.
    3. Adjust the angle of the links (D) so that the two transaxle mounting bolts can be fastened to the original mounted holes.
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    4. Install the SST (09231-3D100) using the two transaxle mounting bolts and spacers. Tighten the bolts and nuts of the holder and links securely.
    G12932404Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install in the reverse order of removal.