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 |
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| Insulation helmet |
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| 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 |
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| 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: NVLD(Natural Vacuum Leakage Detection) Repair procedures
Removal 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal. 2. Disconnect the NVLD connector (A). 3. Disconnect the ventilation hoses (B,C). 4. Remove the NVLD after by loosening the bolts (A). Installation • Install the component with the specified torques. • Note that ...
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Seat Belt Pretensioner (BPT) Description and Operation
Description The Seat Belt Pretensioners (BPT) are installed inside Center Pillar (LH & RH). When a vehicle crashes with a certain degree of frontal impact, the pretensioner seat belt helps to reduce the severity of injury to the front seat occupants by retracting the seat belt webbing. This prevents ...