Kia Optima Hybrid: Heating,Ventilation, Air Conditioning

Virtual Engine Sound Speaker Repair procedures

Removal 1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the front wheel guard. (Refer to the BD group - "Front bumper") 3. Remove the VESS speaker (A) after removing the bolts and connector. ...

General Safety Information and Caution

Safety Precaution     Since hybrid vehicles contain a high voltage battery, if the high voltage system or vehicles are handled incorrectly, this might lead to a serious accidents like electric ...

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Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Seat Track Position Sensor (STPS) Description and Operation

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 ...

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

Troubleshooting SymptionSuspect areaRemedyEngine misfire with abnormal internal lower engine noises.Worn crankshaft bearingsLoose or out of specification engine flywheelReplace the crankshaft and bearings as required.Repair or replace the flywheel as required.Worn piston rings(Oil consumption may or ...