Kia Optima Hybrid: Suspension System / Special Service Tools
| Special Service Tools |
| Tool Name / Number | Illustration | Description |
| Lower arm ball joint remover 0K545-A9100 |
| Removal of front lower arm from front axle |
| Personal Protective Equipment |
| Name | Illustration | Description |
| Insulation glove |
| Used when inspecting or working on the high voltage components [Insulation performance : 1000V / 300A or above] |
| Insulation shoes |
| Used when inspecting or working on the high voltage components |
| Insulation clothes |
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| Insulation helmet |
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| Safety glasses |
| Used in the case below • During Removal & installation or inspection of the high voltage battery terminals or wiring, which spark might happen. • During working on the high voltage battery pack assembly. |
| Face shield |
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| Insulation mat |
| Putting the removed high voltage components on the insulation mat to prevent safety accidents. |
| Insulation sheet |
| Covering
the high voltage components with insulation sheet to prevent people who
don’t wear the personal protective equipment from safety accidents. |
Specifications
Specifications Front Suspension ItemSpecificationSuspension typeMacPherson StrutShock absorberTypeHPD (High Performance Damper)Coil springFree Height [I.D. color]299.5mm (11.79 in.) [White - Yellow] Rear ...
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Vehicle inspection SYMPTOM CHART SymptomSuspect AreaRemedy (See page)Squeak or grunt-noise from the front suspension, occurs more in cold ambient temperatures-more noticeable over rough ...
Other information:
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Front Strut Assembly Components and Components Location
Components 1. Strut assembly2. Insulator3. Bearing4. Spring upper pad5. Coil spring6. Dust cover7. Spring lower pad ...
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Specifications
Specification Air Conditioner ItemSpecificationCompressorTypeESC33iOil type & CapacityPOE OIL 3.8~4.5oz. (115~135cc)Motor typeBLDCDisplacement33cc/revCondenserHeat rejection14,000 ± 5% kcal/hrA/C Pressure transducerThe method to measure the pressureVoltage = 0.00878835 * Pressure (psig) + 0.5Expansion ...