Kia Sportage: Drive Belt System / Crankshaft Damper Pulley Repair procedures
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Remove the drive belt.
(Refer to Timing System - "Drive Belt")
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| 2. |
Remove the engine room under cover.
(Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Room Under Cover")
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| 3. |
Remove the crankshaft damper pulley (A).
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Tightening torque :
46.1 - 51.9 N·m (4.7 - 5.3 kgf·m, 33.9 - 38.3 lb·ft) + [78°
- 82°]
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There are two methods to hold the ring gear when installing
or removing the crankshaft damper pulley.
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Install the SST (09231-2B100) to hold the ring gear
after removing the starter.

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Install the SST (09231-3D100) to hold the ring gear
after removing the dust cover.
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| 1) |
Remove the dust cover (A) on the bottom of the ladder
frame and unfasten the two transaxle mounting bolts
(B).

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| 2) |
Adjust the length of the holder nuts (A) so that the
front plate of the holder (B) puts in the ring gear
(C) teeth.
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Adjust the angle of the links (D) so that the two transaxle
mounting bolts can be fastened to the original mounted
holes.

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Install the SST (09231-3D100) using the two transaxle
mounting bolts and spacers. Tighten the bolts and nuts
of the holder and links securely.

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Removal and Installation
1.
Remove the drive belt.
(Refer to Timing System - "Drive Belt")
2.
Remove the drive be ...
Other information:
Inspection
[On vehicle inspection]
1.
Accelerate the engine to about 3,000 rpm 3 times or more.
2.
Remove the spark plug.
3.
Check the spark plug visually.
If the electrode is dry, th ...
Component Location
1. Front door scuff trim
2. Rear door scuff trim
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