Kia Sportage: Drive Belt System / Drive Belt Tensioner Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual / Engine Mechanical System / Drive Belt System / Drive Belt Tensioner Repair procedures

Removal and Installation

1.	Remove the drive belt. (Refer to Timing System - "Drive Belt")

Remove the drive belt auto tensioner pulley (A).

Tightening torque :

53.9 - 63.7 N·m (5.5 - 6.5 kg·m, 39.8 - 47.0 lb·ft)

Tensioner pulley bolt is left-hands screw.

Remove the drive belt tensioner (A).

Tightening torque :

19.6 - 24.5 ·m (2.0 - 2.5 kgf·m, 14.5 - 18.1 lb·ft)

4.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

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