Repair Procedures: Replacement

WARNING:

Be sure to read and follow the "GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION & CAUTION " before doing any work related with the high voltage system. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious electrical injuries.
Be sure to shut off the high voltage circuit according to the "High Voltage Shut-off Procedures" before doing any work related with the high voltage system to avoid serious electrical injuries.

Shut off the high voltage circuit.
(Refer to Automatic Transaxle System - "HIGH VOLTAGE SHUT-OFF PROCEDURE ")
Remove the under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")
Drain the coolant of hybrid motor cooling system.
(Refer to Hybrid Motor System - "COOLANT ")
Remove the ATF drain plug (A), allow the fluid to drain out and then reinstall the drain plug.
Tightening torque:

33.3 - 43.1 N.m (3.4 - 4.4 kgf.m, 24.6 - 31.8 lb.ft)

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NOTE: The existing ATF drain plug gasket must be replaced with a new one (do not reuse).
Remove the hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly and tray.
(Refer to Hybrid Control System - HYBRID POWER CONTROL UNIT (HPCU) ")
Add 5 liters of Kia genuine ATF SP4M-1 through the ATF filler hole after removing the eyebolt (A).

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Perform the ATF level check procedure.
(Refer to Fluid - "INSPECTION ")
Install the eyebolt (A).
Tightening torque:

4.9 - 5.9 N.m (0.5 - 0.6 kgf.m, 3.6 - 4.3 lb.ft)

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Install the hybrid power control unit (HPCU) assembly and tray.
(Refer to Hybrid Control System - HYBRID POWER CONTROL UNIT (HPCU) ")