Kia Optima: Removal and Installation
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1. |
Disconnect the battery negative terminal first, then
the positive terminal.
Tightening torque
:(+) terminal : 7.8 ~ 9.8N.m (0.8 ~ 1.0kgf.m,
5.8 ~ 7.2lb-ft)
(-) terminal : 4.0 ~ 6.0N.m (0.4 ~ 0.6kgf.m,
3.0 ~ 4.4lb-ft)
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2. |
Disconnect the A/C compressor switch connector (A)
the alternator connector (B), and the cable from alternator "B" terminal
(C).

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3. |
Remove the drive belt (A) after turning the drive
belt tensioner (B) counterclockwise.

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4. |
Pull out the through bolt and then remove the alternator
(A).
Tightening torque
:49.0 ~ 63.7N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5kgf.m, 36.2 ~ 47.0lb-ft)
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Installation is the reverse order of removal. |
1.
Remove the alternator cover (A) using a screw driver
after loosening the nuts (B).
2.
Remove the slip ring guide (A) and then loosen the
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Inspection
[Motor]
1.
Turn ignition switch OFF.
2.
Disconnect the EWGA connector.
3.
Check that the EWGA is stuck by foreign material.
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Description and Operation
Description
EPS (Electric power steering, Column assist type) system uses an electric motor
to assist the steering force and it is an engine operation independent steering
system.
EPS control m ...
Component Location
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