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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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:
Schematic diagrams
Schematic Diagram
Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
After disconnecting the vapor hose from the PCV valve, remove the PCV
valve.
2.
Reconnect the PCV valve to the vapor hose.
3.
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Repair procedures
Replacement
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When installing the belt, make sure not to damage the retractor.
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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