Kia Optima: Removal
| 1. |
Remove the timing chain. (Refer
to Timing system in this group) |
| 2. |
Install a stopper pin (A) after
compressing the balance shaft chain tensioner. |
| 3. |
Remove the balance shaft chain
hydraulic tensioner (B). |
| 4. |
Remove the balance shaft chain
tensioner arm (C). |
| 5. |
Remove the balance shaft chain
guide (D).

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| 6. |
Remove the balance shaft & oil
pump module (A) and balance shaft chain (B) and the sprocket (C).

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Do not disassemble the balance shaft & oil pump module. |
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1.
The key of crankshaft should
be aligned with the mating face of main bearing cap. As a result of this,
the piston of No.1 cylinder is placed at the top dead center on compression ...
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Tightening Torque
Items
N.m
Kgf.m
lb-ft
Front and rear doors
Door hinge to body
34.3 ~ 41.2
3.5 ~ 4.2
25.3 ~ 30.4 ...
Installation
1.
Install the balance shaft chain.
(Refer to Lubrication system in this group)
2.
Install the crankshaft chain
sprocket (B) and the timing chain oil jet (A).
...
Rear wheel alignment
When using a commercially available computerized wheel alignment equipment
to inspect the rear wheel alignment, always position the v ...