Kia Optima Hybrid: Steering System / Special Service Tools

Special Service Tools
Tool Name / Number
IIIustration
Description
Lower arm ball joint remover
0K545-A9100

Removal of front lower arm from front axle

Personal Protective Equipment
Name
Illustration
Description
Insulation glove

Used when inspecting or working on the high voltage components
[Insulation performance : 1000V / 300A or above]
Insulation shoes

Used when inspecting or working on the high voltage components
Insulation clothes

Insulation helmet

Safety glasses

Used in the case below
• During Removal & installation or inspection of the high voltage battery terminals or wiring, which spark might happen.
• During working on the high voltage battery pack assembly.
Face shield

Insulation mat

Putting the removed high voltage components on the insulation mat to prevent safety accidents.
Insulation sheet

Covering the high voltage components with insulation sheet to prevent people who don’t wear the personal protective equipment from safety accidents.

Specifications

Specifications ItemSpecificationTypeMotor Driven Power SteeringSteering gearTypeRack & PinionRack stroke148mm (5.82in)Steering angle(Max.)Inner40.05° ± 1.5°Outer32.95° Tightening Torques ItemTightening ...

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting SymptomProbable causeRemedyPlay in steeringLoose yoke plugRetightenLoose steering gear mounting boltsRetightenLoose or worn tie rod endRetighten or replace as necessarySteering wheel does ...

Other information:

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


Calibration Procedure If the compass has been calibrated or set to variance zone number incorrectly, or you are driving in specific places (tunnel, parking lot in building, underground parking lot, near transformer substation, etc.), the below conditions may occur. • The display read "C". • The compass ...

Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Hands Free Mic Repair procedures


Inspection 1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the roof trim. (Refer to the BD group - "Roof trim") 3. Remove the handsfree mic (A) after disconnect the connector from loof top.     Be careful not to damage the roof trim when removing the hands free mic. Do not reuse the ...

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