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Kia Optima V6-2.7L VIN 4 (2007)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Timing Belt: Diagrams (page 4 of 9)

Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Engine
V6-2.7L VIN 4
Year
2007
Section
Timing Belt
MaintenanceDiagrams · page 4 of 9
Timing Belt: Diagrams (page 4 of 9) – Kia Optima V6-2.7L VIN 4 (2007)

NOTE:
In removing the drive belt, fix a tool in the auto tensioner pulley bolt and turn the bolt counter clockwise.

5. Remove the timing belt upper cover(A).

6. Align the groove of the pulley with the timing mark of the timing belt cover by turning the crankshaft pulley clockwise. Check if the timing mark

of the camshaft sprocket is aligned with that of the cylinder head cover.
(No.1 cylinder piston at TDC)

7. Remove the engine mounting bracket.

(1) Sustain the engine oil pan with a jack.

CAUTION:
Put a wooden or rubber block between the jack and the engine oil pan.

(2) Remove the engine mounting bracket(A).

8. Remove the crankshaft damper pulley(A).

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