Kia Optima: Drive Belt System / Crankshaft Damper Pulley
Components and components location

1. Crankshaft damper pulley
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Repair procedures
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Remove the RH front wheel.
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2. |
Remove the drive belt.
(Refer to Drive Belt System - "Drive Belt")
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Remove the crankshaft damper pulley (A).
Tightening torque :
196.1 - 205.9 N•m (20.0 - 21.0 kgf•m, 144.7 - 151.9 lb•ft)
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Do not press the pulley or apply the excessive force to prevent
the rubber part from being deformed.
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There are two methods to hold the ring gear when removing the
crankshaft damper pulley.
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Install the SST (09231-2B100, 09231-3N100) to hold the
ring gear after removing the starter.

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Install the SST (09231-3D100, 09231-2W100) to hold the
ring gear after removing the service cover.
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1) |
Remove the air guide (A).
Tightening torque :
8.8 - 13.7 N•m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf•m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb•ft)
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2) |
Remove the transaxle mounting bolt (A) and the service
cover (B) on the bottom of the lower crankcase.
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3) |
Remove the transaxle mounting bolt (C) on the bottom
of the lower crankcase.

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4) |
Adjust the length of the holder (A) so that the grooves
of the holder puts into the ring gears (B) at the closest
position.
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Adjust the angle and length of the links (C) so that
the two transaxle mounting bolts can be fastened into the
original mounted holes.

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Install the SST using the two transaxle mounting bolts.
Tighten the bolts and nuts of the holder and links securely.

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4. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Check the crankshaft damper pulley for vibration in rotation, oil dust deposit
of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary.
Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1.
Remove the drive belt.
(Refer to Drive Belt System - "Drive Belt")
2.
Remove the idler ( ...
Other information:
If engine doesn't turn over or turns over slowly
1. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, be sure the shift lever is
in N (Neutral) or P (Park) and the emergency brake is set.
2. Check the battery connections to be sure they are clean and tight.
3. Turn on the interior light. If the li ...
Repair procedures
Inspection
Washer Motor
1.
With the washer motor connected to the reservoir tank, fill the reservoir
tank with water.
Before filling the reservoir tank ...