Kia Optima: Installation - Valve Body. Repair procedures - Hydraulic System - Automatic Transaxle System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: Installation

1. Installation is the reverse of removal.
After replacement or reinstallation procedure of the valve body assembly, must perform procedures below.
Continue to apply liquid gasket at application points at the valve body cover with Ø2.5mm (0.0984in.) thickness.

Liquid gasket Part name :

Threebond 1281B or LOCTITE FMD-546


Adding automatic transaxle fluid. (Refer to "Hydraulic system (Fluid)" in this group)
Perform TCM learning after replacing the valve body to prevent slow transaxle response, jerky acceleration and jerky startup. (Refer to "Automatic transaxle control system (Repair procedures)" in this group)

Removal
1. Remove the battery and the battery tray. (Refer to "Charging system" in EE group.) 2. Remove the under cover (A). Tightening torque:7.8 ~ 11 ...

Clutch & Brake
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