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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  2. Disconnect the battery sensor connector (A) and battery negative (-) terminal.

    Battery negative (-) terminal tightening nut  :

    4.0 ~ 6.0 N.m (0.4 ~ 0.6 kgf.m, 3.0 ~ 4.4 lb-ft)

    Fig 1: Disconnecting Battery Sensor Connector & Battery Negative (-) Terminal
    G12177668Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Disconnect the battery.

    (Refer to "BATTERY ")

  4. Remove the battery sensor & battery negative (-) cable assembly after loosening the sensor cable mounting bolt (A).

    Battery sensor & battery negative (-) cable assembly mounting bolt (Chassis ground)  :

    21.6 ~ 32.4 N.m (2.2 ~ 3.3 kgf.m, 16.0 ~ 23.9 lb-ft)

    Fig 2: Locating Sensor Cable Mounting Bolt
    G12177669Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.