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Repair procedures: Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
  2. Disconnect the variable intake solenoid valve connector (A).
  3. Disconnect the vacuum hoses (B, C) from the valve.
  4. Remove the installation nut (D), and then remove the valve from the surge tank.

    [Valve 1 (Intake Manifold)] 

    Fig 1: Variable Intake Solenoid Valve Component Location And Connector (Valve 1 Intake Manifold)
    G07419579Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [Valve 2 (Surge Tank)] 

    Fig 2: Variable Intake Solenoid Valve Component Location And Connector (Valve 2 Surge Tank)
    G07419580Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.