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Repair Procedures: Removal

WARNING:
  • Be sure to read and follow the "GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION & CAUTION " before doing any work related with the high voltage system. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious electrical injuries.
  • Be sure to shut off the high voltage circuit according to the "High Voltage Shut-off Procedures" before doing any work related with the high voltage system to avoid serious electrical injuries.
  1. Shut off the high voltage circuit.

    (Refer to Dual Clutch Transmission System - " HIGH VOLTAGE SHUT-OFF PROCEDURES  ") 

  2. Drain the coolant of hybrid cooling system.

    (Refer to Hybrid Motor System - " COOLANT  ") 

  3. Remove the hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly.

    (Refer to Hybrid Control System - " HYBRID POWER CONTROL UNIT  ") 

  4. Disconnect the TCM connector (A) and ECM connector (B).
    G12696528Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the TCM (A) and ECM (B).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G12696529Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the HPCU tray (C) after removing the nut (A) and wiring mounting clips (B).

    Tightening torque: 

    (A) 10.8 - 13.7 N.m (1.1 - 1.4 kgf.m, 8.0 - 10.1 lb.ft)

    (C) 21.6 - 23.5 N.m (2.2 - 2.4 kgf.m, 15.9 - 17.4 lb.ft)

    G12696530Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Disconnect the gear actuator motor connector (A) and gear actuator solenoid connector (B).
    G12696531Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove the gear actuator assembly after loosening bolts (A, B).

    Tightening torque: 

    1. 19.6 - 26.5 N.m (2.0 - 2.7 kgf.m, 14.5 - 19.5 lb.ft)
    2. 9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)
    G12696532Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.