Kia Optima: Removal and Installation

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)

2.	Disconnect the A/C compressor switch connector (A) the alternator connector (B), and the cable from alternator "B" terminal (C).

3.	Remove the drive belt (A) after turning the drive belt tensioner (B) counterclockwise.

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)

5.	Installation is the reverse order of removal.

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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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