Kia Sportage: Automatic Transaxle Control System / Output Speed Sensor Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual / Automatic Transaxle System / Automatic Transaxle Control System / Output Speed Sensor Repair procedures

Inspection

1.	Switch "OFF" ignition.

2.	Remove the battery and battery tray. (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")

3.	Disconnect the solenoid valve connector (A).

Measure the resistance between power terminal (3) and signal terminal (4).

Specification : Approx. 0.88 MΩ

Removal

1.	Remove the under cover. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover").

Remove the ATF drain plug (A), allow the fluid to drain out and then reinstall the drain plug.

Tightening torque:

33.3 - 43.1 N·m (3.4 - 4.4 kgf·m, 24.6 - 31.8 lb·ft)

The existing ATF drain plug gasket must be replaced with a new one. (Do not reuse it.)

3.	Remove the battery and battery tray. (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")

4.	Remove the wiring bracket bolt (A) and air breather hose (B).

Remove the valve body cover (A).

Tightening torque:

11.8 - 13.7 N·m (1.2 - 1.4 kgf·m, 8.7 - 10.1 lb·ft)

Remove the solenoid valve harness (A) after removing the bolts.

Tightening torque:

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

Remove the valve body assembly (A).

Tightening torque:

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

8.	Disconnect the input/output speed sensor connector (A).

Remove the input/output speed sensor (A).

Tightening torque:

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

Installation

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Refill the automatic transaxle with fluid. (Refer to Hydraulic System - "Fluid")

•	Confirm that there is no fluid leakage on connections after repairing.

Output Speed Sensor Schematic diagrams

Circuit Diagram ...

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