Kia Optima Hybrid: Steering System / Electric Power Steering
Troubleshooting SymptomProbable causeRemedyPlay in steeringLoose yoke plugRetightenLoose steering gear mounting boltsRetightenLoose or worn tie rod endRetighten or replace as necessarySteering wheel does ...
Description EPS (Electric power steering, Column assist type) system uses an electric motor to assist the steering force and it is an engine operation independent steering system. EPS control module controls ...
Description Knocking is a phenomenon characterized by undesirable vibration and noise and can cause engine damage. Knock Sensor (KS) is installed on the cylinder block and senses engine knocking. When knocking occurs, the vibration from the cylinder block is applied as pressure to the piezoelectric element. ...
Description The STPS operates via a non-contacting magnetic proximity sensing device combined with a simple electronic circuit resulting in the ability of producing two separate and distinct logic level signals. The STPS output signal is altered by the proximity of a separate ferro-magnetic shunt, which ...
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Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Knock Sensor (KS) Description and Operation
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Seat Track Position Sensor (STPS) Description and Operation