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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Remove the RH front wheel.

    (Refer to "WHEEL ")

  2. Remove the engine room under cover.

    (Refer to "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")

  3. For release the tension, turn the drive belt tensioner (A) counterclockwise then remove the drive belt (B).
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  4. Remove the water pump belt.
    1. Insert the SST (09252-C1000) between the water pump pulley and the water pump belt.
    2. Remove the water pump belt (A) by turning the damper pulley clockwise.
G12932394Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.