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: Special Service Tools
Special Service Tools Tool Name / NumberIIIustrationDescriptionLower arm ball joint remover0K545-A9100Removal of front lower arm from front axle Personal Protective Equipment NameIllustrationDescriptionInsulation gloveUsed when inspecting or working on the high voltage components[Insulation performance ...
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Electric Oil Pump (EOP) Description and Operation
Description This transaxle has a standard Mechanical Oil Pump (MOP) linked to the input shaft to generates oil pressure when input shaft rotates. Being a hybrid, this transaxle also has an Electric Oil Pump (EOP). Because the hybrid features Auto-Stop which starts and stops the engine as needed. The ...