Kia Optima Hybrid: Suspension System / Tires/Wheels

Rear Cross Member 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 ...

Tire Repair procedures

Tire wear 1. Measure the tread depth of the tires. Tread depth [limit] : 1.6 mm (0.063 in.) 2. If the remaining tread depth (A) is less than the limit, replace the tire.     When the tread depth ...

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Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Repair procedures

Removal 1. Disconnect the vapor hose (A). 2. Remove the PCV valve (B). Inspection 1. Insert a thin stick (A) into the PCV valve (B) from the threaded side to check that the plunger movement.     If the plunger does not move (PCV valve is clogged), clean or replace the valve. Installation 1. ...

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

Inspection Glass Antenna Test 1. Wrap aluminum foil (A) around the tip of the tester probe (B) as shown. 2. Touch one tester probe to the glass antenna terminal (A) and move the other tester probe along the antenna wires to check that continuity exists. Glass Antenna Repair     To make an effective ...