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Repair Procedures: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Kia Forte5 and 2018 Kia Forte. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  2. Adjust the ignition lock switch.
    1. In state of full stroke, adjust the gab by rotating the adjust nut (A) to satisfy the standard gap range.

      Standard Gap Range: 

      3 - 4 mm (0.1181 - 0.1575 in.)

    2. Tighten the nut (B) with the specified torque.

      Tightening Torque: 

      7.8 - 9.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.0 kgf.m, 5.8 - 7.2 lb.ft)

      Fig 1: Locating Adjust Nut & Gap
      G12161535Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.