Automatic Transmission
Components and Component Location
Components

| 1. Lock Switch 2. Transmission Support Bracket 3. Input Speed Sensor 4. Roller Rod Bracket |
5. Rod Support Bracket 6. ATF Cooler Tube 7. Main Connector 8. ATF Filler Tube 9. Torque Converter |
Repair Procedures
Removal
Disconnect the connectors (A, B, C), then disconnect the wiring from the brackets.
A. Inhibitor Switch
B. Main Connector
C. Input Speed Sensor

Remove the shift cable (B) after loosening the nut (C) and bolts (A).
Tightening torque:
(A) 14,7–22 N·m
(C) 9,8–13.7 N·m

Disconnect the output speed sensor connector (A).

Loosen the ground bolt (A).
Tightening Torque: 26.5–32 N·m

Disconnect the ATF cooler hose (A).

Remove the crankshaft position sensor (A) after loosening the bolt.
Tightening Torque: 9.8–11.8 N·m

Remove the upper transmission mounting bolts (A) and the starter motor mounting bolts (B).
Tightening Torque
(A): 42,2–54 N·m
(B): 49,0–64 N·m

Install the engine support in the engine compartment.
Loosen the bolts (6 pcs).

Install the engine support (09221-A3100).

Assemble the engine mount in the engine compartment.
(Refer to Special Service Tools — "Engine Mount Assembly" Figure)

Securely support the transmission on a jack.

Remove the cover (A).

Loosen the transmission mount bracket bolts (A).
Tightening torque: 88.3–108 N·m

Remove the transmission support bracket (A).
Tightening torque: 58.8–78 N·m

Remove the under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Cover")
Remove the drive shaft assembly.
(Refer to Drive Shaft and Axle — "Front Propeller Shaft")
Remove the cover (A).

Remove the torque converter mounting bolts (A) while turning the crankshaft.
Tightening torque: 45.1–52 N·m

Securely support the transmission on a jack.
Remove the roller rod bracket by removing the bolts (A, B).
Tightening Torque
(A): 107,9–128 N·m
(B): 49,0–64 N·m

Remove the roller rod support bracket (A).
Tightening Torque: 49.0–69 N·m

Loosen the lower transaxle mounting bolts (A, B).
Tightening torque:
(A): 42,2–54 N·m
(B): 48,1–54 N·m

After separating the transmission from the engine, remove the transmission by slowly lowering the jack.
Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Test yourself
A quick Kia Rio YB quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.