Kia Forte: Cylinder Head Cover Removal
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Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
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To avoid damage, unplug the wiring connectors carefully
while holding the connector portion.
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Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection.
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Remove the engine cover.
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Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
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Disconnect the wiring connectors and harness clamps, and then
remove the wiring and protectors from the cylinder head and the intake
manifold.
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The intake oil control valve (OCV) connector (A)

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The exhaust oil control valve (OCV) connector (A)

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The alternator connector (A)

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The ignition coil connectors (A)

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The intake camshaft position sensor (CMPS) connector (A)
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The exhaust camshaft position sensor (CMPS) connector
(B)

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Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose (A).

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Disconnect the breather hose (A).

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Remove the ignition coils.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - “Ignition Coil”)
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Remove the engine oil level gauge.
(Refer to Lubrication System - “Oil Level Gauge & Pipe”)
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Remove the cylinder head cover (A).

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Unfasten the bolts in the sequence as shown.
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1. Cylinder head cover
2. Cylinder head cover gasket
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1.
Install cylinder head cover.
(1)
The hardening sealant located on the cylinder head cover
and the gap between the timing chain co ...
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1.
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TPMS Sensor
1.
Storage State
Sensors are in this state when they first arrive at dealership.
This state is entered by LF request/command only.
Either LF request ...