2021 Kia Rio LXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Repair Procedures: Installation

  1. Check that the gear is shifted to "N".
  2. Lightly tighten the bolts after installing the position switch (A).
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  3. Lightly tighten the nut after installing the manual control lever (A).
    G13704816Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Align the hole in the manual control lever with the "N" position hole of the position switch and then insert the SST position switch guide pin (09480 -A3800).
    G13704817Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Tighten the manual control lever nut (A) with specified toque.

    Tightening torque: 

    17.7 - 24.5 N.m (1.8 - 2.5 kgf.m, 13.0-18.1 lb.ft)

    G13704818Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Tighten the position switch bolts (A) with specified toque.

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

    G13704819Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Push nut (A) lightly to "F" direction shown to eliminate free play of shift cable.
  8. Tighten the nut (A) with the specified torque.

    Tightening torque: 

    9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb.ft)

    G13704820Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  9. Remove the SST (09480-A3800) from the adjustment hole.
    G13704821Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  10. Connect the position switch connector (A).
    G13704822Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  11. Install the air cleaner assembly.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")

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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.

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