Kia Optima: Drive Belt System / Drive Belt Tensioner

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2022 Service and Repair Manual / Engine Mechanical System / Drive Belt System / Drive Belt Tensioner

Components and components location

Components

1. Drive belt tensioner

Repair procedures

Removal and Installation

1.	Remove the drive belt. (Refer to Drive Belt System - "Drive Belt")

Remove the drive belt tensioner (A).

Tightening torque

Bolt (B) :39.2 - 49.0 N•m (4.0 - 5.0 kgf•m, 23.9 - 36.2 lb•ft)

Bolt (C) :29.4 - 41.2 N•m (3.0 - 4.2 kgf•m, 21.7 - 30.4 lb•ft)

3.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

Drive Belt

Repair procedures Removal and Installation 1. Remove the engine room under cover. (Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Room Under Cover") ...

Idler

Repair procedures Removal and Installation 1. Remove the drive belt. (Refer to Drive Belt System - "Drive Belt") 2. Remove the idler ( ...

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