2021 Kia Telluride EX, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Repair Procedures: Installation

  1. Check that the gear is shifted to "N".
  2. Install the position switch (A).
    NOTE: Lightly tighten the inhibitor switch mounting bolts so that necessary adjustments can be made.
    G13310279Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the manual control lever (A) and washer.
    NOTE: Lightly tighten the manual control lever nut so that necessary adjustments can be made.
    G13310280Courtesy 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 inhibitor switch guide pin (09480-D2100).
    G13310281Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Tighten the manual control lever mounting nut (A).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G13310282Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Tighten the position switch mounting bolts (A).

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G13310283Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Tighten the nut (A) to the specified torque after removing free play by pushing the shift cable in the direction of the arrow.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.8 - 11.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb.ft)

    G13310284Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove the SST (09480-D2100) from the hole.
  9. Connect the position switch connector (A).
    G13310285Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  10. Install the battery tray.

    (Refer to Body Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

  11. Install the air cleaner assembly.

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

  12. Install the battery.

    (Refer to Body Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

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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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