Kia Sportage: Cylinder Block / Drive Plate Repair procedures
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Remove the automatic transaxle .
(Refer to Automatic Transaxle System - "Automatic Transaxle")
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Remove the drive plate (A) and the adapter plate (B).
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Tightening torque :
117.7 - 127.5 N·m (12 - 13 kg·m, 86.8 - 94.0 lb·ft)
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Always use new drive plate bolts.
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Install and uniformly tighten the 7 bolts, in several
passes.
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Components
1. Piston ring (#1)
2. Piston ring (#2)
3. Oil ring
4. Snap ring
5. Piston pin
6. Piston
7. Connecting rod
8. Connecting rod upp ...
Removal
1.
Remove the automatic transaxle.
(Refer to Automatic Transaxle System - "Automatic Transaxle")
2.
Remove th ...
Other information:
Component Location (1)
1. Interior antenna 1
2. Interior antenna 2
3. Door outside handle / Door antenna
4. Smart key unit (SMK)
5. Buzzer
Component Location (2)
1. Tailgate open switch
2. Bumper anten ...
Inspection
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Wrap tin foil around the end of the voltmeter test lead to prevent
damaging the heater line. Apply pressure on the tin foil with
hand and move the tin foil al ...