Kia Optima: Automatic Transaxle System
Special Service Tools
Automatic Transaxle. Components and Components LocationTightening Torques
Engine Control System
Item
kgf.m
N.m
lb-ft
ECM installation bolt
1.0 ~ 1.2
9.8 ~ 11.8
7.2 ~ 8.7
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Starting the engine with an ignition key
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Manual Transaxle - Depress the clutch pedal fully and shift the transaxle
into Neutral. Keep the clutch pedal and brake pedal depressed while turning t ...
Catalytic Converter. Description and Operation
Description
The catalytic converter of the gasoline engine is a three
way catalyst. It oxidizes carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons (HC), and separates
oxygen from the oxides of nitrogen (NOx).
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