Kia Optima DL3: Cylinder Block / Drive plate

Components and components location

Components

1. Adapter plate
2. Drive plate

Repair procedures

Removal and Installation
1.

Remove the automatic transaxle.

(Refer to Automatic Transaxle System - "Automatic Transaxle")

2.

Remove the drive plate (A) and the adapter plate (B).

Tightening torque :

117.7 - 127.5 N•m (12.0 - 13.0 kgf•m, 86.8 - 94.0 lb•ft)

  

Do not reuse the bolts.

3.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

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    Other information:

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