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Repair procedures: Removal

  1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Remove the alternator mounting nut, and then remove the cable(A) from alternator "B" terminal.
  3. Disconnect the alternator connector (B).
    G13309839Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the alternator upper bolt (A).

    Alternator mounting upper bolt: 

    49.0 - 63.7 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb.ft)

    G13309840Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Lift the vehicle.
  6. Remove the engine room under cover.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")

  7. Remove the drive belt.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "DRIVE BELT SYSTEM ")

  8. Remove the Compressor.

    (Refer to Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning - "COMPRESSOR ")

  9. Remove the alternator lower bolt (A).

    Alternator mounting lower bolt: 

    49.0 - 63.7 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb.ft)

    G13309841Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  10. Remove the alternator.