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Removal And Installation

  1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Remove the drive belt.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "DRIVE BELT ")

  3. Disconnect the air compressor connector (A) and the alternator connector (B), and remove the cable (C) from alternator "B" terminal.

    Alternator B-terminal cable mounting nut: 

    18.6 - 24.5 N.m (1.9 - 2.5 kgf.m, 4.1 - 5.5 Ib-ft)

    G13704452Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Loosen the mounting bolts (A).

    Alternator lower bolt: 

    29.4 - 41.2 N.m (3.0 - 4.2 kgf.m, 21.7 - 30.4 Ib-ft)

    G13704453Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the alternator (A).
    G13704454Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.