Repair Procedures: Removal

2013 Kia Forte Koup EX, Standard TransSECTION Removal
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  1. Remove the battery and the battery tray. Refer to BATTERY .
  2. Remove the under cover (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    6.9 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft)

    Fig 1: Under Covers
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  3. Replace new gasket and the plug after draining the automatic transaxle fluid by removing the drain plug. Refer to HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (FLUID) .
  4. Remove the valve body cover (B) and eyebolt (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    1. 34.3 ~ 44.1 N.m (3.5 ~ 4.5 kgf.m, 25.3 ~ 32.6 lb-ft)
    2. 13.8 ~ 14.7 N.m (1.3 ~ 1.5 kgf.m, 9.4 ~ 10.8 lb-ft)
    CAUTION: Always replace the gasket of the eyebolt use new one whenever loosening eyebolt.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.