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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5. |
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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