Kia Optima Hybrid: Hydraulic System / ATF Warmer Description and Operation

Description
The ATF warmer is mounted on the valve body cover to reduce oil viscosity friction by increasing oil temperature under cold condition, which in turn improves fuel efficiency. It is serial mounted on the entry of the Electronic Throttle Controller (ETC), as shown in the diagram, and minimizes the effects of cabin heating system.
Engine coolant is used for circulating heat in order to heat and cool the transaxle oil.
Rapidly elevates the transaxle oil temperature during the initial cold start of the engine.
Prevents over heating of the transaxle oil while the vehicle is moving.
Transaxle oil warm-up and cooling can be done with a single system.
The water coolant and oil are separate in order to exchange heat.

Coolant Flow

Valve Body Repair procedures

Removal     • Be sure to read and follow the “General Safety Information and Caution” before doing any work related with the high voltage system. Failure to follow the safety instructions ...

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 ...

Other information:

Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Components and Components Location


Components Location 1. Fuel Tank2. Fuel Pump3. Fuel Filter4. Fuel Pressure Regulator5. Canister6. Auxiliary Canister7. Fuel Tank Air Filter8. Fuel Tank Band9. Fuel Filler Hose10. Natural Vacuum Leakage Detection (NVLD)11. Fuel Level Sender (FLS)12. Ventilation Hose13. Vapor Tube14. Fuel Pump Plate Cover ...

Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Brake Line Repair procedures


Removal 1. Disconnect the brake fiuid level switch connector, and remove the reservoir cap. 2. Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservior with a syringe.     Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle, it may damage the paint; if brake fluid does contact the paint, wash it off immediately ...

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