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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Remove the air duct (A).
    Fig 1: Removing Air Duct
    G11823563Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Disconnect the RCV control solenoid valve connector (A) and vapor hoses (C).
  4. Remove the RCV control solenoid valve (C) after loosening the mounting bolt.
Fig 2: Disconnecting RCV Control Solenoid Valve Connector And Vapor Hoses
G11823564Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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