Kia Optima Hybrid: Interior / Console Repair procedures

Replacement
Floor Console Replacement
   
When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1.
To remove the gear knob (A) pull up using moderate force. Then using a screwdriver or remover tool, remove the gear boot (B).

2.
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the floor console upper cover (A).

3.
Disconnect the connectors (A).

4.
Remove the console tray mat (A).

5.
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the floor console extension cover (A).

6.
After loosening the mounting screws and bolts, then remove the floor console assembly (A).

7.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
   
Make sure the connectors are connected in properly.
Replace any damaged clips.
Armrest Replacement
   
When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1.
Remove the floor console assembly.
2.
After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the rear console cover (A).

3.
After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the armrest assembly (A).

4.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
   
Replace any damaged clips.
Console Components and Components Location

Components 1. Floor console assembly2. Gear boots3. Floor console upper cover4. Floor console extension cover [LH]5. Floor console extension cover [RH]6. Console rear bracket ...

Crash Pad Components and Components Location

Components 1. Main crash pad assembly2. Side speaker grille [LH]3. Airbag blanking cover4. Side speaker grille [RH]5. Center speaker grille6. Crash pad side cover [LH]7. Side air vent duct [LH]8. Center ...

Other information:

Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Special Service Tools


Special Service Tools Tool (Number and name)IllustrationUse09861-31100Sealany cut-out toolCutting windshield sealant(use with 09861-31200)09861-31200Sealant cutting bladeCutting windshield sealant(use with 09861-31100)09861-31000Windshield moulding removerWindshield moulding removal09880-4F000Hog ring ...

Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Photo Sensor Repair procedures


Inspection 1. Ignition "ON" 2. Using the scan tool. 3. Emit intensive light toward photo sensor using a lamp, and check the output voltage change. 4. The voltage will rise with higher intensive light and reduce with lower intensive light. 1. Auto Light Signal2. Auto Light Signal Signal3. Photo Signal ...

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