Kia Optima: Installation - Seat Belt Pretensioner (BPT). Repair procedures - Seat Belt Pretensioner - Restraint - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: Installation

1. Remove the ignition key from the vehicle.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least three minutes.
3. Install the seat belt pretensioner with bolts (B, C).

Tightening torque:

Bolt B: 39.2 ~ 53.9 N.m (4.0 ~ 5.5 kgf.m, 28.9 ~ 39.8 lb-ft)


4. Connect the seat belt pretensioner connector (A).
5. Install the upper anchor bolt.

Tightening torque:

39.2 ~ 53.9 N.m (4.0 ~ 5.5 kgf.m, 28.9 ~ 39.8 lb-ft)


6. Install the center pillar trim. (Refer to the Body group- Interior trim)
7. Install the door scuff trim. (Refer to the Body group- Interior trim)
8. Insert the seat belt to the anchor pretensioner.
Make sure the lock pin is connected in properly.
9. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
10. After installing the seat belt pretensioner, confirm proper system operation:
A. Turn the ignition switch ON; the SRS indicator light should be turned on for about six seconds and then go off.

Removal
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