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Kia Optima L4-2.4L (2001)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Timing Belt: Technical Service Bulletins (page 11 of 13)

Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Engine
L4-2.4L
Year
2001
Section
Timing Belt
MaintenanceTechnical Service Bulletins · page 11 of 13
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13. Install the camshaft sprocket and tighten the bolt to the specified torque.

Tightening torque Camshaft sprocket bolt 80 - 100 Nm (800 - 1000 kg.cm, 56 - 72 ft. lbs.) 

14. Install the auto tensioner.

CAUTION:  Leave the set pin installed in the auto tensioner

NOTE:
If the auto tensioner rod is in its fully extended position, reset it as follows.
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Clamp it in the vise with soft jaws in a level position. Apply a plain washer if there is a plug at the bottom of the auto tensioner.

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Push in the rod slowly with the vise until the set hole A in the rod is aligned with the set hole B in the cylinder.

15. Install the tensioner pulley onto the tensioner arm.

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