Kia Optima Hybrid: Airbag Module / Passenger Airbag (PAB) Module Description and Operation

Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual / Restraint / Airbag Module / Passenger Airbag (PAB) Module Description and Operation

Description

The passenger airbag (PAB) is installed inside the crash pad and protects the front passenger in the event of a frontal crash. The SRSCM determines if and when to deploy the PAB.

Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the airbag module (squib) even if you are using the specified tester. If the circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental airbag deployment will result in serious personal injury.

Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring Repair procedures

Removal 1. Set the front tires straight-ahead before removing the steering wheel. If the steering wheel and the front tires are not set straight ahead together, it affects the number of circulation ...

Passenger Airbag (PAB) Module Components and Components Location

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

Inspection 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the crash pad lower panel. (Refer to the BD group - "Crash pad") 3. Remove the crash pad side switch assembly (A) as shown below picture. Put on gloves to protect your hands. 4. Disconnect the rheostat connector (A) from ...

Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: NVLD(Natural Vacuum Leakage Detection) Repair procedures

Removal 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal. 2. Disconnect the NVLD connector (A). 3. Disconnect the ventilation hoses (B,C). 4. Remove the NVLD after by loosening the bolts (A). Installation • Install the component with the specified torques. • Note that ...