Removal And Installation

2015 Kia Soul !SECTION Removal And Installation
  1. Remove the RH side front wheel.

    (Refer to "WHEEL ")

  2. Remove the engine room under cover and RH side cover.

    (Refer to "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")

  3. Remove the drive belt.

    (Refer to "DRIVE BELTΒ ")

  4. Remove the crankshaft damper pulley (A).

    Tightening torque:Β 

    64.7 ~ 72.6 N.m (6.6 ~ 7.4 kgf.m, 47.7 ~ 53.5 lb-ft) + 43 ~ 47Β°

    Fig 1: Crankshaft Damper Pulley
    G09779027Courtesy 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.