Kia Soul: CVVT & Camshaft Removal
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Remove the cylinder head cover.
(Refer to Cylinder Head Assembly - "Cylinder Head Cover")
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2. |
Turn the crankshaft damper pulley so that No. 1 piston is at top
dead center.
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3. |
Remove the exhaust oil control valve (OCV) adaptor (A).
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4. |
Remove the camshaft bearing caps (A) in the order shown in the
picture.
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5. |
Remove the engine mounting support bracket.
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6. |
Remove the bolt (A) from the service hole in the timing chain
cover.
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7. |
Lock the timing chain tensioner in the fully retracted position.
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8. |
Separate the exhaust camshaft (A) from the exhaust CVVT by removing
the bolt.
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9. |
Remove the exhaust CVVT (A) from the timing chain.
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10. |
Remove the intake CVVT & camshaft (A).
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11. |
Remove the intake CVVT (A) from the intake camshaft (B).
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[CVVT System Mode]
(1) Low Speed / Low Load (2) Part Load (3) Low Speed / High Load (4) High Speed / High Load ...CVVT & Camshaft Inspection
Camshaft 1. Measure the height of the cam lobe using a micrometer and check the surface of the cam lob for wear and tear. If necessary, replace the camshaft. ...See also:
Water pump Inspection
1.
Check each part for cracks, damage or wear, and replace the coolant
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2.
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Installation
1.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
(1)
Tighten the nut with the specified torque.
Tightening ...
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