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Removal & Installation: Installation

  1. After checking the pump drive cam position, place the cam position to BDC by turning the damper pulley in the direction of clockwise.
    NOTE: If the high pressure fuel pump is installed in a position other than the BDC, the following problems may occur.
    • O-rings may be damaged due to incomplete tightening.
    • High pressure fuel pump piston tightening bolt thread may be damaged.
    G15693536Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Apply engine oil to the O-ring (A), roller tappet (B), guide pin (C) and mounting groove of the high pressure fuel pump.
    G15693537Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: Replace the O-ring and gasket with a new one. (Do not reuse)
  3. After installing the high pressure fuel pump (A) and the roller tappet, pre-tighten the bolt by hand.
    G15693538Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • Tighten the bolts by a half turn alternately. If (only) one of the bolts is completely tightened, the housing surface of cylinder head may be damaged due to the spring tension of the high-pressure fuel pump.
    • Do not reuse the bolts.
  4. Tighten the high pressure fuel pump bolts to the specified torque.

    Tightening torque: 

    12.7 - 14.7 N.m (1.3 - 1.5 kgf.m, 9.4 - 10.8 lb.ft)

  5. Install the high pressure fuel pipe.

    (Refer to Fuel Delivery System - "FUEL LINE ")

    NOTE: Replace the high pressure fuel pipe with a new one. (Do not reuse)
  6. Connect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  7. Check for fuel leaks after installation.