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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 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 KIA Optima cars and light trucks from 1990+

Kia -> Electric Cooling Fans -> Component Diagnosis & Testing -> Condenser Fan -> Condenser Fan Motor Relay -> Cooling Fan Motor -> Cooling Fan Motor Relay -> Optima -> Optima, Sephia & Spectra -> Rio -> Rio, Sephia & Spectra -> Sephia & Spectra
Vehicle: 2002 KIA Optima 2.4 L4 GAS

Cooling Fan Motor

Sephia & Spectra
  • Disconnect fan motor electrical connector.
  • Connect a suitable jumper wire between motor connector terminal and positive battery terminal, Fig. .
  • Connect a suitable ammeter between fan motor connector and negative battery terminal.
  • Current should be 8-13 amps.
  • If current is not as specified or fan motor does not turn smoothly, replace fan motor.

Condenser Fan

  • Disconnect condenser fan connector.
  • Apply 12 volts to terminal 1 and ground to terminal 2.
  • If f...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported KIA Optima cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Optima
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Optima 2.5 V6 GAS

NOTE: Refer To "Hyundai Sonata" For Optima Service Information.

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA Optima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Kia -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Optima, Rio, Sephia & Spectra -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2006 KIA Optima LX 2.7 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Replace every 60 months ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported KIA Optima cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 KIA Optima LX 2.7 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Remove split pin and driveshaft castle nut and washer from front hub.
  • Remove ball joint assembly mounting bolt from steering knuckle.
  • Disconnect driveshaft from axle hub using plastic hammer.
  • Remove bolts securing heat protector.
  • Remove bearing and bracket assembly.
  • Push front hub assembly outward and separate driveshaft from hub assembly.
  • Insert suitable tool between transaxle case and driveshaft assembly, then separate driveshaft from transaxle assembly. Always u...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported KIA Optima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Description
Vehicle: 2009 KIA Optima LX 2.4 L4 GAS

The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) alerts the driver when a large change in the pressure of one tire exists. The system detects a tire pres...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported KIA Optima cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 KIA Optima 2.7 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Apply parking brake.
  • Disconnect speedometer sensor electrical connector.
  • Disconnect transaxle control cable.
  • Disconnect starter electrical connectors.
  • Remove ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA Optima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Kia -> 2006 Optima -> MG -> MS
Vehicle: 2006 KIA Optima EX 2.4 L4 GAS

MS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 9,320 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open glove compartment.
  • Lower glove compartment door down by pushing side surface of glove compartment, Fig. .
  • Remove damper strap from hole and then lower glove compartment down completely.
  • Remove cabin air filter cover by turning the handle of filter cover counterclockwise, Fig. .
  • Replace cabin air filter, Fig. .
  • Install new cabin air filter and ensure that direction of air filter is in correct direction.
  • Install damper strap to glove compa...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA Optima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Kia -> Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)/Parking Brake Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 KIA Optima EX 2.4 L4 GAS

The EBD/Parking Brake warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. It will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system determines that the system is functioning properly. The lamp will also illuminate when the parking brake is in the applied position. If the lamp EBD/Pa...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported KIA Optima cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2006 KIA Optima EX 2.7 V6 GAS

Lower

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet.
  • Remove hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water temperature control assembly.
  • Remove hose from water temperature control assembly.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA Optima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Optima 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm counterclockwise, using a suitable tool to relieve tension...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most KIA Optima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Transmission Components Diagram for 2003 KIA Optima  2.7 V6 GASTransmission Components Diagram for 2003 KIA Optima 2.7 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Transaxle Range Switch
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Output Shaft Speed Sensor
  • Input Shaft Speed Sensor
  • Oil Level Gauge
  • Instrument Panel Components Diagram for 2008 KIA Optima LX 2.4 L4 GASInstrument Panel Components Diagram for 2008 KIA Optima LX 2.4 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Mosfet
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most KIA Optima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2005 KIA Optima EX 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 KIA Optima EX 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Generator
  • Resistor
  • 2004 KIA Optima  2.7 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 KIA Optima 2.7 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Power Seat Adjuster Switch
  • Power Seat Reclining Adjuster
  • Power Seat Slide Adjuster
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most KIA Optima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO
    Vehicle: 2007 KIA Optima LX 2.7 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: 2001-2005 Optima (MS) Subframe Revised Service Procedure (General Information - 026)
    Vehicle: 2001 KIA Optima 2.5 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR KIA Optima AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most KIA Optima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most KIA Optima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most KIA Optima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most KIA Optima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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