Kia Sorento: Timing Chain Inspection - Timing System - Engine Mechanical System - Kia Sorento XM 2011-2025 Service ManualKia Sorento: Timing Chain Inspection

Second Generation XM (2011-2025) / Kia Sorento XM 2011-2025 Service Manual / Engine Mechanical System / Timing System / Timing Chain Inspection

Sprockets, Hydraulic Tensioner, Chain Guide, Tensioner Arm, Timing Chain

1.
Check the CVVT sprocket, crankshaft sprocket teeth for abnormal wear, cracks or damage. Replace if necessary.
2.
Check a contact surface of the chain tensioner arm and guide for abnormal wear, cracks or damage.
Replace if necessary.
3.
Check the hydraulic tensioner for its piston stroke and ratchet operation. Replace if necessary.
4.
Check the timing chain for its elongation, abnormal wear or damage. Replace if necessary.
Timing Chain Removal
1. Remove the cylinder head cover. (Refer to Cylinder Head Assembly - "Cylinder Head Cover") 2. Turn the crankshaft pulley and ...

Timing Chain Installation
1. Install the balance shaft chain. (Refer to Lubrication system - "Balance Shaft & Oil Pump") 2. Install the crankshaft ...

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Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the injector connector. 3. Measure resistance between the inject ...

Canister Inspection
1. Check for the following items visually. A. Cracks or leakage of the canister B. Loose connectio ...

Passenger Airbag (PAB) Module Installation
1. Remove the ignition key from the vehicle. 2. Disconnect the battery negative cable from battery and wait for at least thirty seconds bef ...

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