Kia Carens: Automatic Transaxle Control System / Torque Converter Control Solenoid Valve (T/CON_VFS) Repair procedures
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Turn ignition switch OFF.
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Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner")
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Disconnect the solenoid valve connector (A).

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Measure the resistance between power terminal (10) and signal terminal
(2).
Specification : 5.1 ± 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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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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Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner")
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Remove the 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 solenoid valve harness (A) and oil temperature sensor (B)
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).
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 torque converter control solenoid valve (B) after loosening
the bolt (A).
Tightening torque:
9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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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Reset the automatic transaxle adaptive values 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:
Description
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 / command or an automatic exit due to the pressure
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