Kia Optima: Removal - Balance Shaft & Oil Pump. Repair procedures - Lubrication System - Engine Mechanical System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia 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).

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

Do not disassemble the balance shaft & oil pump module.

Balance Shaft & Oil Pump. Repair procedures
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Installation
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 ...

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