Repair Procedures: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2024 Kia Forte. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
- Remove the air cleaner.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - AIR CLEANER ")
- Remove the starter mounting upper bolt (A).
Starter mounting upper bolt: 49.0 - 63.7 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb.ft)
- Remove the engine room under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")
- Remove the vacuum pump.
(Refer to VACUUM PUMP Brake System - "Vacuum Pump")
- Disconnect the starter cable (A) from the B terminal on the solenoid then disconnect the connector (B) from the S terminal.
Starter solenoid "B" terminal mounting nut: 9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)
- Remove the starter mounting lower bolt (A).
Starter mounting lower bolt: 49.0 - 63.7 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb.ft)
- Remove the starter (A).