Kia Optima Hybrid: Rear Suspension System / Rear Cross Member Repair procedures
| Replacement |
| 1. |
Remove the rear wheel & tire.
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| 2. |
Remove the rear lower arm.
(Refer to lower arm) |
| 3. |
Remove the rear shock absorber.
(Refer to rear shock absorber) |
| 4. |
Remove the rear upper arm.
(Refer to rear upper arm) |
| 5. |
Remove the trailing arm.
(Refer to trailing arm) |
| 6. |
Remove the rear assist arm.
(Refer to rear assist arm) |
| 7. |
Remove the rear muffler.
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| 8. |
Loosen the mounting bolts and then remove the rear cross member (A) from the frame.
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| 9. |
Installation is the reverse of removal. |
Trailing Arm Repair procedures
Replacement 1. Remove the rear wheel & tire. Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft) Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel ...
Tires/Wheels
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Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Canister Repair procedures
Removal 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the auxiliary battery 12 (V) negative (-) terminal. 2. Lift the vehicle. 3. Remove the rear muffler hanger (A). 4. Remove the rear suspension damper (A). 5. Disconnect the vapor tube quick connectors (A) and ventilation hoses (B). 6. Separate the ...
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Shift Lever Repair procedures
Removal 1. Disconnect the 12V battery negative (-) cable. 2. Remove the knob (A) and boots (B) by pulling the direction of arrow after removing the boots from the console upper cover. 3. Remove the floor console assembly. (Refer to Body - "Console") 4. Disconnect the main connector (A). 5. Disconnect ...