Repair Procedures: Removal

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Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
Remove the battery.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Disconnect the TCM connector (A).
Remove the TCM (B) by loosening bracket nut & bolt.
Tightening Torque:

9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

Fig 1: Disconnecting TCM Connector
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
Remove the TCM from the bracket by loosening the nuts (A).
Tightening Torque:

8.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (0.9 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 6.5 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

Fig 2: Locating TCM Nuts From Bracket
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.