2003 KIA Optima A/C & Heater Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2003 KIA Optima

  • 2003 KIA Optima 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2351, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:6
  • 2003 KIA Optima 2.7 V6 GAS, CC:2656, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:8

A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 KIA Optima cars and light trucks from 1990+

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Vehicle: 2003 KIA Optima 2.7 V6 GAS

Remove defective components. Add the proper amount of oil to each replacement component. Most recovery/recycling equipment will measure the amount of oil being removed. This is the amount of oil to be added back to the system, follow manufactures instructions provided with the recovery/recycling station.

Acura

MDX

When replacing compressor, drain old and new units. Add oil to new compressor equal to 7.0 oz.

When replacing other system components add the following amount of new oil: front evaporator, 1.3 oz.; rear evaporator, 1.0 oz.; condenser, 1.2 oz.; line ...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 KIA Optima cars and light trucks from 1990+

Kia -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Evaporator Core, Replace -> Amanti & Sorento -> Optima, Rio & Spectra -> Sedona
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Optima 2.4 L4 GAS

Optima, Rio & Spectra

  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Recover refrigerant as outlined in .
  • Remove instrument panel as outlined in "Instrument Panel, Replace."
  • Remove evaporator and blower unit from HVAC housing.
  • Remove evaporator core from evaporator and blower unit, Figs. , and .
  • Reverse procedure to install. If installing new condenser, refer to for replacing needed oil.

Sedona

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 KIA Optima cars and light trucks from 1990+

Kia -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Condenser, Replace -> Amanti, Sedona & Sorento -> Optima -> Rio -> Spectra
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Optima 2.4 L4 GAS

Optima

Recover refrigerant as outlined in . Refer to Fig. , for condenser replacement.

Rio

Recover refrigerant as outlined in . Refer to Fig. , for condenser replacement.

Amanti, Sedona & Sorento

  • Recover refrigerant as outlined in .
  • Disconnect headlamp and combination lamp electrical connectors.
  • Remove headlamp and combination lamp retaining bolts, then the headlamp assemblies.
  • Remove fasteners and retaining bolts from top of bumper assembly.
  • Remove fasteners and retaining bolts from lower part of bumper assembly.
  • R...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 KIA Optima cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Wire Color Code Identification -> Imported Vehicles
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Optima 2.4 L4 GAS

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 KIA Optima cars and light trucks from 1990+

Air Bag System Precautions -> Kia -> Disarming
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Optima 2.4 L4 GAS

Prior to disconnecting any air bag/Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) connectors or servicing any components located near an air bag/SRS connector, the air bag system must be disarmed with the following procedure:

  • Place ignitio...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 KIA Optima cars and light trucks from 1990+

Air Bag System Precautions -> Kia -> Disarming
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Optima 2.4 L4 GAS

Prior to disconnecting any air bag/Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) connectors or servicing any components located near an air bag/SRS connector, the air bag system must be disarmed with the following procedure:

  • Place ignitio...

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