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Repair Procedures: Removal

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NOTE:
  • Automatic transaxle is composed of delicate components. Be careful not to cause any damage on the component in the course of assembly and disassembly.
  • Maintain clean condition so that foreign substance does not get into the automatic transaxle.
  • Use a coated apron, latex gloves, and stainless tray to prevent foreign substance from getting into the automatic transaxle.
  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
  2. Remove the under cover.

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

  3. Drain the engine coolant.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "COOLANT ")

  4. Remove the ATF drain plug (A), allow the fluid to drain out and then reinstall the drain plug.

    Tightening torque: 

    34.0 - 44.0 N.m (3.5 - 4.5 kgf.m, 25.3 - 32.5 lb.ft)

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    NOTE:
    • The existing ATF drain plug gasket must be replaced with a new one (do not reuse).
    • Automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) can be reused. Collect it using a clean 10-liter beaker.
  5. Remove the air cleaner assembly.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")

  6. Remove the wiring bracket (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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  7. Remove the ATF warmer.

    (Refer to Hydraulic System - "ATF WARMER ")

  8. Remove the valve body cover (A) after removing the bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

    11.8 - 13.7 N.m (1.2 - 1.4 kgf.m, 8.7 - 10.1 lb.ft)

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    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to discharge the remaining ATF when removing the valve body cover.
  9. Separate the E-module (A) after removing the bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

    G13661443Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  10. Remove the support bracket (A) after removing the bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

    G13661444Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  11. Remove the valve body mounting bolt (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

    G13661445Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  12. Remove the roller (A) using a magnet.
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  13. Remove the 37R clutch control solenoid valve (A).
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