Kia Optima Hybrid: Brake System / Special Service Tools
| Special Service Tools |
| Tool Name / Number | Illustration | Description |
| 09581-11000 Piston expander |
| Used when spreading the front and rear brake piston. |
| 09580-3D100 Air bleeding tool |
| Used when bleeding the air in the brake system. |
| 0k585-E8100 Air bleeding tool |
| Used when bleeding the air in the brake system. |
| 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 ItemSpecificationFront disc brakeTypeVentilated discDisc O.D.O 300 mm (11.81 in)Disc thickness28 mm (1.10 in)Caliper pistonSingleCylinder I.D.O 60 mm (2.36 in)Rear disc brakeTypeSolid discDisc ...
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting SymptomSuspect AreaReferenceLower pedal or spongy pedal1. Integrated Brake Actuation Unit (Air in)air·bleed2. AHB system (Fluid leaks)replace3. Piston seals in IBAU (Worn or damaged)replaceBrake ...
Other information:
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Fuel Tank Air Filter Repair procedures
Removal 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable. 2. Lift the vehicle. 3. Disconnect the canister close valve connector (A). 4. Disconnect the ventilation hose (B) from the fuel tank air filter and canister close valve. 5. Remove the fuel tank air filter assembly ...
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Description and Operation
Description Regeneration Brake System During deceleration or braking of an electric vehicle or HEV, the drive motor acts as an alternator and charges the battery by converting the vehicle’s kinetic energy generated during braking into electrical energy. Regenerative braking amount depends on the vehicle ...