Kia Optima: Disassembly - Starter. Repair procedures - Starting System - Engine Electrical System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: Disassembly

1. Disconnect the M-terminal (A) on the magnet switch assembly (B).

[REMY]

[VALEO]

[VALEO]

2. After loosening the screws (A), detach the magnet switch assembly (B).

[REMY]

[VALEO]

[VALEO]

3. Loosen the through bolts (A).

[REMY]

[VALEO]

[VALEO]

4. Remove the brush holder assembly (A), yoke (B) and armature (C).

[REMY]

[VALEO]

[VALEO]

5. REMY : Remove the lever plate (B) and lever packing (A).

VALEO : Remove the lever stop (A).

VALEO : Remove the lever stop (A).

6. Remove the packing (A) and shield (B). (REMY only)

7. Disconnect the planet gear (A). (REMY only)

8. Disconnect the planet shaft assembly (or reducer assembly) (A) and lever (B).

[REMY]

[VALEO]

[VALEO]

9. Press the stopper (A) using a socket (B).

10. After removing the stop ring (A) using stop ring pliers (B).

11. Disconnect the stopper (A), overrunning clutch (B), internal gear (C), planet shaft (or drive shaft) (D) and/or gasket sheet (E).

[REMY]

[VALEO]

[VALEO]

12. Reassembly is the reverse of disassembly.
Using a suitable pulling tool (A), pull the overrunning clutch stopper (C) over the stop ring (B).


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