Kia Optima: Inspection
Sprockets, Chain Tensioner, Chain Guide, Chain Tensioner Arm
| 1. |
Check the camshaft sprocket and
crankshaft sprocket for abnormal wear, cracks, or damage. Replace as necessary. |
| 2. |
Inspect the tensioner arm and
chain guide for abnormal wear, cracks, or damage. Replace as necessary.
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| 3. |
Check that the tensioner piston
moves smoothly when the ratchet pawl is released with thin rod. |
Drive belt, Idler, Pulley
| 1. |
Check the idler for excessive
oil leakage, abnormal rotation or vibration. Replace if necessary. |
| 2. |
Check belt for maintenance and
abnormal wear of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary. |
| 3. |
Check the pulleys for vibration
in rotation, oil or dust deposit of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary. |
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Use fender covers to
avoid damaging painted surfaces.
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To avoid damage, unplug
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1.
Install the balance shaft chain.
(Refer to Lubrication system in this group)
2.
Install the crankshaft chain
sprocket (B) and the timing chain oil jet (A).
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See also:
Inspection
1.
Turn ignition switch OFF.
2.
Disconnect the oil temperature
sensor connector.
3.
Measure resistance between sensor
signal terminal and sensor g ...
Air bag warning label
Air bag warning labels, some required by the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
(CMVSS), are attached to the sunvisor to alert the driver and passengers of potential
risks of the air bag sy ...
General Safety Information and Caution
Precautions
General Precautions
Please read the following precautions carefully before performing the airbag system
service.
Observe the instructions described in this manual, or the ...
Removal
Installation