Kia Optima Hybrid: Body Electrical System / Ignition Switch Assembly

Start/Stop Button Repair procedures

Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover (A). 3. After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the crash pad lower ...

Repair procedures

Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the driver crash pad lower panel. (Refer to the BD group - "Crash pad") 3. Remove the steering column upper and lower shrouds. (Refer ...

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

Removal 1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the license lamp (A) after pushing the pins fixed on the both side of license lamp. 3. Remove the bulb (B) by turning it counterclockwise. Installation 1. Install the bulb. 2. Install the license lamp assembly. ...

Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Transaxle Control Module (TCM) Description and Operation

Description Transaxle Control Module (TCM) is the automatic transaxle''s brain. The module receives and processes signals from various sensors and implements a wide range of transaxle controls to ensure optimal driving conditions for the driver. TCM is programmed for optimal response to any on-road situation. ...