Kia Sportage: Automatic Transaxle Control System / Overdrive Clutch Control Solenoid Valve (OD/C_VFS) Repair procedures
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Switch "OFF" ignition.
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Remove the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")
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Disconnect the solenoid valve connector (A).

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Measure the resistance between power terminal (10) and signal terminal
(7).
Specification : 5.3 ± 0.3 Ω
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Maintain clean condition so that foreign substance does not
get into the automatic transaxle.
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Use a coated apron, latex gloves, and stainless tray to prevent
foreign substance from getting into the transaxle.
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Remove the under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover").
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2. |
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)
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The existing ATF drain plug gasket must be replaced
with a new one. (Do not reuse it.)
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ATF can be reused. Collect it in a clean beaker.
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3. |
Remove the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")
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Remove the wiring bracket (A) and the air breather hose (B).
Tightening torque:
9.8 - 11.8 N·m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf·m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb·ft)
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Lift the vehicle after loosening valve body cover upper bolts.
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Remove the valve body cover (A) by loosening bolts.
Tightening torque:
11.8 - 13.7 N·m (1.2 - 1.4 kgf·m, 8.7 - 10.1 lb·ft)
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Remove the main harness module (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)
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Remove solenoid valve support bracket (A) after loosening the bolts.
Tightening torque:
9.8 - 11.8 N·m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf·m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb·ft)
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Remove the solenoid valve fixing pin (A) and loosen the valve body mounting
bolt (B).
Tightening torque:
9.8 - 11.8 N·m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf·m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb·ft)
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Remove the overdrive clutch control solenoid valve (A).

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Check the code (oil pressure characteristics value)
at the first before installing the solenoid valve.

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The existing valve body cover gasket (A) must be replaced
with a new one. (Do not reuse it.)

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Perform the procedures below after installing.
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Refill the automatic transaxle with fluid.
(Refer to Hydraulic System - "Fluid")
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Clear the diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) using the KDS/GDS.
Disconnecting the battery negative terminal will not clear the
DTCs. Clear DTCs using the KDS/GDS at all times.
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(3) |
Reset the automatic transaxle adaptive values using the KDS/GDS.


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Perform the oil pressure characteristics input procedure using
the KDS/GDS.



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Perform the TCM adaptive values learning procedure.
(Refer to Automatic Transaxle Control System - "Adjustment")
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After installing, check for leakage of coolant or fluid from
hose connection during engine start.
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Specification
Item
Specification
Control type
N/H (Normal High)
Control pressure (kpa (kgf/cm², psi))
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Other information:
Component Location
1. Auto light sensor
2. Head lamps
3. Lighting switch (Auto)
4. Tail lamps
5. BCM (Body Control Module)
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Circuit Diagram
[Audio]
[Audio + Bluetooth]
[Audio + Bluetooth + Voice]
[Trip]
[Trip + ACC]
[Trip + ACC + Speed Limiter]
[Trip + SCC]
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