Kia Optima: Removal
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Replacing an on/off solenoid valve (SS-A, SS-B) does not require additional
hydraulic pressure adjustment; however, the hydraulic pressure will need
to be adjusted after replacing the VFS solenoid valve. If replacing the
VFS solenoid valve; also replace the valve body assembly. (Refer to "Valve
Body" in this group) |
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Remove the battery and the battery
tray. (Refer to "Charging system" in EE group.) |
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Remove the under cover (A).
Tightening torque:7.8 ~
11.8 N.m (0.8 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)
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Replace new gasket and the plug
after draining the automatic transaxle fluid by removing the drain plug.
(Refer to "Hydraulic system (Fluid)" in this group) |
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Remove the valve body cover (A)
and eyebolt (B).
Tightening torque:(A) 13.8~14.7N.m
(1.3~1.5kgf.m, 9.4~10.8lb-ft)
(B) 34.3~44.1N.m (3.5~4.5kgf.m, 25.3~32.6lb-ft)
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Always replace the gasket of the eyebolt use new one whenever loosening
eyebolt. |

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Remove installation bolts in the engine compartment first and
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Remove the bolt (3ea) after disconnecting
the solenoid valve connector (A) and the oil temperature sensor connector
(B).
Tightening torque:9.8 ~
11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)
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Remove the solenoid valve (A)
after removing the solenoid support.

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Turn ignition switch OFF.
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Disconnect the oil temperature
sensor connector.
3.
Measure resistance between sensor
signal terminal and sensor g ...
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Installation is the reverse of
removal.
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When installing, apply
the ATF oil or white vas ...
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