Repair Procedures: Removal

2015 Kia K900 V6SECTION Removal

[Bank 1, 2/Exhaust]Β 

WARNING:
  • DON'T remove the camshaft position sensor while the engine is running or right after engine is turned off. The part and engine oil is hot and can cause burns.
  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Disconnect the camshaft position sensor connector (A).
  3. Remove the mounting bolt (B), and then vertically remove the sensor from the cylinder head.

    [Bank 1/Exhaust]Β 

    Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Position Sensor Connector (Bank 1/Exhaust)
    G10717022Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [Bank 2/Exhaust]Β 

    Fig 2: Identifying Camshaft Position Sensor Connector (Bank 2/Exhaust)
    G10717023Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [Bank 1/Intake]Β 

    WARNING:
    • DON'T remove the camshaft position sensor while the engine is running or right after engine is turned off. The part and engine oil is hot and can cause burns.
    1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
    2. Disconnect the camshaft position sensor connector (A).
    3. Remove the mounting bolt (B), and then vertically remove the sensor from the cylinder head.
      Fig 3: Identifying Camshaft Position Sensor Connector (Bank 1/Intake)
      G10717024Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [Bank 2/Intake]Β 

    WARNING:
    • DON'T remove the camshaft position sensor while the engine is running or right after engine is turned off. The part and engine oil is hot and can cause burns.
  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Remove the surge tank.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "SURGE TANK ")

  3. Disconnect the camshaft position sensor connector (A).
  4. Remove the mounting bolt (B), and then vertically remove the sensor from the cylinder head.
    Fig 4: Identifying Camshaft Position Sensor Connector (Bank 2/Intake)
    G10717025Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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When to See a Mechanic

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

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