2015 Kia Sedona EXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Repair Procedures: Removal

[Bank 1/Intake] 

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Remove the intake manifold.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "INTAKE MANIFOLD ")

  3. Disconnect the CVVT oil control valve connector (A).
  4. Remove the installation bolt (B), and then remove the valve from the engine.
Fig 1: CVVT Oil Control Valve Connector And Bolt
G10648924Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

[Bank 1/Exhaust)] 

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Disconnect the CVVT oil control valve connector (A).
    Fig 2: CVVT Oil Control Valve Connector
    G10648925Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the cylinder head cover.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "CYLINDER HEAD COVER ")

  4. Remove the mounting bolt (A), and then remove the valve from the engine.
Fig 3: Engine Valve Mounting Bolts
G10648926Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

[Bank 2/Intake] 

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Remove the intake manifold.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "INTAKE MANIFOLD ")

  3. Disconnect the CVVT oil control valve connector (A).
  4. Remove the installation bolt (B), and then remove the valve from the engine.
Fig 4: CVVT Oil Control Valve Connector And Bolt
G10648927Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

[Bank 2/Exhaust] 

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Disconnect the CVVT oil control valve connector (A).
    Fig 5: CVVT Oil Control Valve Connector
    G10648928Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the cylinder head cover.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "CYLINDER HEAD COVER ")

  4. Remove the mounting bolt (A), and then remove the valve from the engine.
Fig 6: Engine Valve Mounting Bolt
G10648929Courtesy 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:

  • • 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.