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Repair Procedures: Replacement

  1. Remove the under cover.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")

  2. Remove the drain plug (A) and drain the ATF totally and then reinstall the drain plug.
    NOTE: Must be replaced with new gasket when installing the drain plug.

    Drain plug tightening torque  :

    33.3 ~ 43.1 N.m (3.4 ~ 4.4 kgf.m, 24.6 ~ 31.8 lb-ft)

    Fig 1: Locating Drain Plug
    G12226633Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the air cleaner assembly.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")

  4. Remove the eyebolt (A).

    Tightening torque  :

    2.9 ~ 4.9 N.m (0.3 ~ 0.5 kgf.m, 2.2 ~ 3.6 lb-ft)

    Fig 2: Locating Eyebolt
    G12226634Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Fill the fluid about 5 liters through injection hole.
  6. Perform the fluid level check.

    (Refer to Hydraulic System - "FLUID ")