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: Room Lamp Repair procedures
Inspection Room Lamp 1. Check that the switch operates properly after disconnecting the room lamp connector (A). [A type] [B type] Removal Room Lamp 1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal. 2. Carefully remove the lamp lens (A) from the room lamp with a flat-tip screwdriver. Take ...
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: ATF Warmer Repair procedures
Removal 1. Remove the under cover (A). Tightening torque : 7.8 ~ 11.8N.m (0.8 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 8.7 lb-ft) 2. Drain the coolant of engine & transaxle cooling system. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Coolant") 3. Remove the drain plug (A) and reinstall the drain plug after draining ATF totally. ...