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February 5, 2016 Service bulletin

Pit stop: ocv damage when installing engine cover

Kia technical service bulletin PS296 for 2012-2014 Kia Soul and 2012-2014 Kia Rio.

Bulletin number
PS296
Component
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Summary
PIT STOP: OCV DAMAGE WHEN INSTALLING ENGINE COVER - When re-installing the engine cover on vehicles equipped with a 1.6L GDI engine, make sure not to apply any downward pressure in the area around the Oil Control Valve (OCV) to prevent causing damage to the valve.

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