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CVVT Oil Control Valve (Intake)

  1. Switch "OFF" the ignition and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the variable force solenoid.

    (Refer to Engine Control System - "VARIABLE FORCE SOLENOID ")

  3. Remove the cylinder head cover.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "CYLINDER HEAD COVER ")

  4. Remove the CVVT oil control valve (A) using a socket & wrench (B).

    CVVT oil control valve center bolt: 

    [47.1 - 52.0 N.m (4.8 - 5.3 kgf.m, 34.7 - 38.3 lb-ft)] + [25 - 31°]

    G13348828Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • To prevent impurities from entering intake OCV & center bolt, wear rubber gloves.
    • When removing the intake OCV & center bolt, place a wrench (B) at position (A) to prevent the camshaft from rotating.
    G13348829Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.