Kia Soul: Timing Chain Cover Removal - Timing System - Engine Mechanical SystemKia Soul: Timing Chain Cover Removal

Kia Soul 2014-2019 PS Service Manual / Engine Mechanical System / Timing System / Timing Chain Cover Removal

  
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Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
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To avoid damage, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connector portion.
  
Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection.
  
In case of removing the high pressure fuel pump, high pressure fuel pipe, delivery pipe, and injector, there may be injury caused by leakage of the high pressure fuel. So don’t do any repair work right after engine stops.
1.
Remove the drive belt.
(Refer to Timing System - "Drive Belt")
2.
Remove the drive belt idler.
(Refer to Timing System - "Idler")
3.
Remove the alternator.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Alternator")
4.
Remove the alternator bracket.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Alternator")
5.
Remove the engineroom under cover.
6.
Remove the crankshaft damper pulley.
(Refer to Timing System - Crankshaft Damper Pulley")
7.
Remove the water pump.
(Refer to Cooling System - "Water Pump")
8.
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Intake and Exhaust System - "Air Cleaner")
9.
Remove the high pressure fuel pump.
(Refer to Engine Control / Fuel System - "High Pressure Fuel Pump")
10.
Remove the cylinder head cover.
(Refer to Cylinder Head Assembly - "Cylinder Head Cover")
11.
Remove the engine mounting support bracket.
(Refer to Engine And Transmission Assembly - "Engine Mounting")
12.
Remove the timing chain cover(A).
    Timing Chain Cover Components
    1. Timing chain cover ...

    Timing Chain Cover Installation
    1. Install the timing chain cover. (1) Before installing, remove the hardened sealant from the cylinder block and ladder frame surfa ...

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