Kia Optima Hybrid: Rear Suspension System / Rear Cross Member Repair procedures
| Replacement |
| 1. |
Remove the rear wheel & tire.
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| 2. |
Remove the rear lower arm.
(Refer to lower arm) |
| 3. |
Remove the rear shock absorber.
(Refer to rear shock absorber) |
| 4. |
Remove the rear upper arm.
(Refer to rear upper arm) |
| 5. |
Remove the trailing arm.
(Refer to trailing arm) |
| 6. |
Remove the rear assist arm.
(Refer to rear assist arm) |
| 7. |
Remove the rear muffler.
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| 8. |
Loosen the mounting bolts and then remove the rear cross member (A) from the frame.
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| 9. |
Installation is the reverse of removal. |
Trailing Arm Repair procedures
Replacement 1. Remove the rear wheel & tire. Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft) Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel ...
Tires/Wheels
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Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Front Impact Sensor (FIS) Repair procedures
Removal • Removal of the airbag must be performed according to the precautions/ procedures described previously. • Before disconnecting the front impact sensor connector, disconnect the front airbag connector(s). • Do not turn the ignition switch ON and do not connect the battery ...
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Rear Disc Brake Repair procedures
Removal 1. Remove the rear wheel & tire. Tightening torque: 88.3 ~107.9 N.m(9.0 ~11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~79.6 lb-ft) 2. Remove the rear upper arm (A). 3. Loosen the hose eyebolt (C) and caliper mounting bolts (B), then remove the rear caliper assembly (A). Tightening torque: Brake hose to caliper (C): ...