Kia Optima: Lubricants and Fluids

Changing the Automatic Transaxle Fluid

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. 2. Remove the drain plug located at the bottom center front of the transaxle pan. 3. After the oil has drained, completely install a new washer on the plug ...

Checking the Washer Fluid Level

The reservoir is translucent so that you can check the level with a quick visual inspection. Check the fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir and add fluid if necessary. Plain water may be u ...

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Installation
1. The key of crankshaft should be aligned with the mating face of main bearing cap. As a result of this, the piston of No.1 cylinder is placed at the top dead center on compression ...

Why didn’t my air bag go off in a collision? (Inflation and non-inflation conditions of the air bag)
There are many types of accidents in which the air bag would not be expected to provide additional protection. These include rear impacts, second or third collisions in multiple impact accidents, ...

Removal
Handle the sensor with care. 1. Remove the tire. (Refer to "Tire Removal") 2. Remove the va ...