Kia Optima Hybrid: Rear Suspension System / Rear Stabilizer Bar Repair procedures
| Replacement |
| 1. |
Remove the rear wheel & tire.
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| 2. |
Loosen the nut and then remove the rear stabilizer link (B) from the rear lower arm (A).
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| 3. |
Loosen the nut and then remove the stabilizer link (A) from the rear stabilizer bar.
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| 4. |
Loosen the mounting bolt and then remove the stabilizer bar (B) from the sub frame (A).
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| 5. |
Installation is the reverse of removal. |
| Inspection |
| 1. |
Check the rear stabilizer bar for deformation. |
| 2. |
Check the rear stabilizer link ball joint for damage. |
Rear Lower 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 ...
Rear Assist Arm Repair procedures
Replacement 1. Remove the rear wheel & tire. Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m(9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft) Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel ...
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Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Oil Pressure Switch Repair procedures
Inspection 1. Check the continuity between the terminal and the body with an ohmmeter. If there is no continuity, replace the oil pressure switch. 2. Check the continuity between the terminal and the body when the fine wire is pushed. If there is continuity even when the fine wire is pushed, replace ...
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting SymptomProbable causeRemedyPlay in steeringLoose yoke plugRetightenLoose steering gear mounting boltsRetightenLoose or worn tie rod endRetighten or replace as necessarySteering wheel does not return properlyExcessive turning resistance of tie rod endReplaceYoke plug excessively tightAdjustTie ...