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2015 Kia Rio SX, 4D Hatchback

Repair Procedures: Disassembly

2015 Kia Rio SX, 4D HatchbackSECTION Disassembly

Remove the rear cover (A) after removing nuts.

Fig 1: Identifying Alternator Rear Cover
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Remove the mounting bolts (A) and the brush holder assembly (B).

Fig 2: Identifying Brush Holder Assembly And Mounting Bolts
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Remove the slip ring guide (A) after pulling it.

Fig 3: Pulling Slip Ring Guide
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Remove the OAD (Overrunning Alternator Decoupler) cap.
NOTE:
- When installing, replace with new OAD cap.
Remove the OAD (Overrunning Alternator Decoupler) pulley (A) using the special tool.

Fig 4: Removing Overrunning Alternator Decoupler Pulley Using Special Tool (09373-27000)
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Remove the nut and pulley (A). (NON-OAD)

Fig 5: Removing Non-OAD Nut And Pulley
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Unsolder the 3 stator leads (A).

Fig 6: Identifying Stator Leads
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Remove the 4 through bolts (A).

Fig 7: Identifying Alternator Mounting Bolts
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Disconnect the rotor (A) and bracket (B).