Kia Optima Hybrid: VESS(Virtual Engine Sound System) / Virtual Engine Sound System Unit Repair procedures

Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual / Body Electrical System / VESS(Virtual Engine Sound System) / Virtual Engine Sound System Unit Repair procedures

Removal

1.	Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.

2.	Remove the glove box housing. (Refer to the BD group - "Crash pad")

3.	Remove the VESS unit (A) with bracket after loosening the mounting nuts (2EA) and disconnecting the connector.

Installation

1.	Install the VESS unit and connect the connector.

2.	Install the glove box housing.

Virtual Engine Sound System Unit Schematic Diagrams

Circuit Diagram ...

Virtual Engine Sound Speaker Components and Components Location

Component Location ...

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