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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Disconnect the alternator connector (A).
  3. Disconnect the alternator "B" terminal (B) after loosening the mounting nut.
    Fig 1: Locating Alternator Connector And Alternator B Terminal
    G12161122Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Using the hexagon wrench, turn the tensioner (A) counterclockwise and loosen.
    Fig 2: Turning Tensioner
    G12161123Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the alternator upper mounting bolt (A).

    Alternator upper mounting bolt: 

    29.4 - 41.2 N.m (3.0 - 4.2 kgf.m, 21.7 - 30.4 lb.ft)

    Fig 3: Locating Alternator Upper Mounting Bolt
    G12161124Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the alternator mounting bracket (A) after loosening the lower mounting bolts (B).

    Alternator bracket & lower mounting bolt: 

    21.6 - 32.4 N.m (2.2 - 3.3 kgf.m, 15.9 - 23.9 lb.ft)

    Fig 4: Locating Alternator Mounting Bracket With Lower Mounting Bolts
    G12161125Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the alternator (A).
Fig 5: Removing Alternator
G12161126Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.