Kia Optima Hybrid: Driveshaft and axle / Front Axle Assembly

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Trouble SymptomProbable causeRemedyVehicle pulls to one sideScoring of driveshaft ball jointReplaceWear, rattle or scoring of wheel bearingReplaceDefective front suspension and steeringAdjustment ...

Front Hub / Knuckle Components and Components Location

Components 1. Driveshaft nut2. Brake disc3. Hub4. Wheel bearing5. Snap ring6. Dust cover7. Knuckle8. Driveshaft ...

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

Front wheel alignment     When using a commercially available computerized wheel alignment equipment to inspect the front wheel alignment, always position the vehicle on a level surface with the front wheels facing straight ahead. Prior to inspection, make sure that the front suspension and ...

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

Trouble Symptom Charts Trouble Symptom 1 Trouble Symptom 2 Trouble symptomProbable causeRemedyThe set vehicle speed varies greatly upward or downward"Surging" (repeated alternating acceleration and deceleration) occurs after settingMalfunction of the vehicle speed sensor circuitRepair the vehicle speed ...