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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Remove the air cleaner assembly.

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

  2. Remove the battery and battery tray.

    (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

  3. Disconnect the solenoid valve connector (A) and inhibitor switch connector (B).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Solenoid Valve Connector And Inhibitor Switch Connector
    G11857007Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the wiring from the bracket (A, B).
    Fig 2: Removing Wiring From Bracket (1 Of 2)
    G11857008Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 3: Removing Wiring From Bracket (2 Of 2)
    G11857009Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the shift cable (C) after loosening the nut (A) and bolts (B).

    Tightening Torque: 

    1. 9.8 ~ 13.7 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.4 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 10.1 lb-ft)
    2. 14.7 ~ 21.6 N.m (1.5 ~ 2.2 kgf.m, 10.9 ~ 15.9 lb-ft)
    Fig 4: Locating Shift Cable Bolts And Nuts
    G11857010Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Disconnect the hose after removing the ATF cooler hose clamp (A).
    Fig 5: Locating ATF Cooler Hose Clamp
    G11857011Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the ground line after loosening the bolt (A).
    Fig 6: Locating Ground Line Bolt
    G11857012Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove the CKP sensor (A).

    Tightening Torque: 

    6.9 ~ 9.8 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.0 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 7.2 lb-ft)

    Fig 7: Removing CKP Sensor
    G11857013Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  9. Remove the transaxle upper mounting bolts (A, B).

    Tightening Torque: 

    1. 63.7 ~ 83.4 N.m (6.5 ~ 8.5 kgf.m, 47.0 ~ 61.5 lb-ft)
    2. 32.4 ~ 49.0 N.m (3.3 ~ 5.0 kgf.m, 23.9 ~ 36.2 lb-ft)
    Fig 8: Removing Transaxle Upper Mounting Bolts
    G11857014Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  10. Remove the Cowl Top Cover.

    (Refer to Body - "COWL TOP COVER ")

  11. Assemble the Engine Support Fixture on the Engine Room.

    (Refer to Special Service Tools - "SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS ")

    Fig 9: Assembling Engine Support Fixture On Engine Room
    G11857015Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  12. Remove the front wheel guard on the left side.

    (Refer to Body - "FRONT WHEEL GUARD ")

  13. Remove the Cover (A).
    Fig 10: Locating Cover
    G11857016Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  14. Loosen the transaxle mounting bolts (A).

    Tightening Torque: 

    88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.8 lb-ft)

    Fig 11: Locating Transaxle Mounting Bolts
    G11857017Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  15. Remove the transaxle support bracket (A).

    Tightening Torque: 

    58.9 ~ 78.5 N.m (6.0 ~ 8.0 kgf.m, 43.4 ~ 57.9 lb-ft)

    Fig 12: Removing Transaxle Support Bracket
    G11857018Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  16. Remove the under cover and side cover.

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

  17. Remove the drive shaft assembly.

    (Refer to Driveshaft and Axle - "FRONT DRIVESHAFT ")

  18. Remove the cover (A).

    Tightening Torque: 

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

    Fig 13: Locating Cover
    G11857019Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  19. Remove the torque converter mounting bolts (A) by rotating the crankshaft.

    Tightening Torque: 

    45.1 ~ 52.0 N.m (4.6 ~ 5.3 kgf.m, 33.3 ~ 38.3 lb-ft)

    Fig 14: Removing Torque Converter Mounting Bolts
    G11857020Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • Lubricant should be applied on thread of bolt before tightening.
    • Tighten the bolts loosely, and then tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
  20. Remove the roll rod bracket (C) after removing bolts (A, B).

    Tightening Torque: 

    1. 49.0 ~ 63.7 N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 47.0 lb-ft)
    2. 107.9 ~ 127.5 N.m (11.0 ~ 13.0 kgf.m, 79.6 ~ 94 lb-ft)
    Fig 15: Removing Roll Rod Bracket Bolts
    G11857021Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  21. Remove the roll support bracket (A).

    Tightening Torque: 

    49.0 ~ 68.6 N.m (5.0 ~ 7.0 kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 50.6 lb-ft)

    Fig 16: Locating Roll Support Bracket
    G11857022Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  22. Remove the wiring bracket (A).

    Tightening Torque: 

    42.2 ~ 49.0 N.m (4.3 ~ 5.0 kgf.m, 31.1 ~ 36.2 lb-ft)

    Fig 17: Locating Wiring Bracket
    G11857023Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  23. Support the transaxle safely by using the jack.
  24. Loosen the starter mounting bolts (A).

    Tightening Torque: 

    1. 49.0 ~ 63.7 N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 47.0 lb-ft)
    Fig 18: Loosening Starter Mounting Bolts
    G11857024Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  25. Loosen the transaxle lower mounting bolts (A).

    Tightening Torque: 

    1. 39.2 ~ 46.1 N.m (4.0 ~ 4.7 kgf.m, 28.9 ~ 34.0 lb-ft)
    2. 78.5 ~ 98.1 N.m (8.0 ~ 10.0 kgf.m, 57.9 ~ 72.3 lb-ft)
      Fig 19: Loosening Transaxle Lower Mounting Bolts
      G11857025Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  26. After separating the transaxle from the engine, remove the transaxle by lowering the jack slowly.
    NOTE: Be careful not to damage other nearby systems or parts when removing the transaxle assembly.