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Removal and Installation

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
  2. Remove the engine cover.
  3. Disconnect the alternator connector (A) and cable (B) from the 'B' terminal.
    Fig 1: Alternator Connector & Cable
    G07388894Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. To release the tension, turn the drive belt tensioner counterclockwise then remove the drive belt (A).
    Fig 2: Drive Belt Routing
    G07388895Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the alternator (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    26.5 ~ 33.3 N.m (2.7 ~ 3.4 kgf.m, 19.5 ~ 24.6 lb-ft)

    Fig 3: Alternator
    G07388896Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Installation is reverse order of removal.