Kia Optima: Removal and Installation
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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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Dimensions Projected
1.
These are the dimensions
measured when the measurement points are projected from the vehicle's surface,
and are the reference dimensions used for used for body alterations ...
Changing the engine oil and filter
Have engine oil and filter changed by an
authorized Kia dealer according to the
Maintenance Schedule at the beginning
of this section.
WARNING
Used engine oil may cause irritation
or cancer ...