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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Removal
1. Disconnect the brake fiuid level switch connector, and remove the reservoir cap. 2. Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservior with a syringe. ...

If the engine doesn't turn over or turns over slowly
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