Kia Rio: Torque Converter Control Solenoid Valve (T/CON_VFS) Removal - Automatic Transaxle Control System - Automatic Transaxle System - Kia Rio UB 2012-2026 Service ManualKia Rio: Torque Converter Control Solenoid Valve (T/CON_VFS) Removal

1.
Remove the battery and the battery tray.
(Refer to "Charging system" in EE group.)
2.
Remove the under cover (A).

Tightening torque :
6.9 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft)


3.
Replace new gasket and the plug after draining the automatic transaxle fluid by removing the drain plug.
(Refer to "Hydraulic system (Fluid)" in this group)
4.
Remove the air breeder hose (A).
5.
Remove the valve body cover (B).

Tightening torque :
13.7 ~ 15.7 N.m (1.4 ~ 1.6 kgf.m, 10.1 ~ 11.6 lb-ft)


6.
Remove the bolt (3ea) after disconnecting the solenoid valve connector (B) and the oil temperature sensor connector (A).

Tightening torque :
9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)


7.
Remove the solenoid valve support bracket (B) and the valve body mounting bolt (A-1ea).

Tightening torque :
9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)


8.
Remove the torque converter control solenoid valve (A).


Torque Converter Control Solenoid Valve (T/CON_VFS) Inspection
1. Turn ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the solenoid valve connector. 3. Measure resistance between sensor ...

Torque Converter Control Solenoid Valve (T/CON_VFS) Installation
1. Installation is the reverse of removal.    • ...

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