Kia Optima: Inspection
| 1. |
Check the driveshaft boots for
damage and deterioration. |
| 2. |
Check the driveshaft spline for
wear or damage. |
| 3. |
Check that there is no water
or foreign material in the joint. |
| 4. |
Check the spider assembly for
roller rotation, wear or corrosion. |
| 5. |
Check the groove inside the joint
case for wear or corrosion. |
| 6. |
Check the dynamic damper for
damage or cracks. |
1.
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2.
Remove wheel nuts, front wheel
and tire from front hub.
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Do not disassemble the
BJ assembly.
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Special grease must be
applied to the d ...
See also:
Speed sensing door lock system (if equipped)
All doors will be automatically locked after the vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/h
(9.3 mi/h). And all doors will be automatically unlocked when you turn the engine
off or when you remove the ignition ...
Installation
1.
Installation is reverse of removal.
Fuel tank band installation nut:
39.2 ~ 54.0 N.m (4.0 ~ 5.5 kgf.m, 28.9 ~
39.8 lb-ft)
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Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all controls are easily reached.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check ...
Replacement
Disassembly