Kia Optima Hybrid: Air Conditioning System / Refrigerant line Components and Components Location
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Compressor Oil Repair procedures
Oil Specification 1. The HFC-134a system requires synthetic (POE) compressor oil whereas the R-12 system requires mineral compressor oil. The two oils must never be mixed. 2. Compressor (POE) oil varies ...
Refrigerant line Repair procedures
Replacement 1. Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration system. 2. Replace faulty tube or hose. Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system. 3. Tighten joint ...
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Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Muffler Repair procedures
Removal and Installation 1. Remove the front muffler (A). Tightening torque: 39.2 ~ 58.8 N.m (4.0 ~ 6.0 kgf.m, 28.9 ~ 43.4 lb-ft) 2. Remove the catalytic converter (A). Tightening torque: 39.2 ~ 58.8 N.m (4.0 ~ 6.0 kgf.m, 28.9 ~ 43.4 lb-ft) 3. Remove the center muffler (A). Tightening torque: 39.2 ~ ...
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Balance Shaft & Oil Pump Repair procedures
Removal Balance Shaft Module (BSM) Chain System 1. Remove the timing chain. (Refer to Timing system in this group) 2. Install a stopper pin (A) after compressing the balance shaft chain tensioner. 3. Remove the balance shaft chain hydraulic tensioner (B). 4. Remove the balance shaft chain tensioner arm ...