Kia Optima: Opening the hood
1. Pull the release lever to unlatch the hood. The hood should pop open slightly.
WARNING
Open the hood after turning off the engine on a flat surface, shifting the shift lever to the P(Park) position for automatic transaxle and to the 1st(First) gear or R(Reverse) for manual transaxle, and setting the parking brake.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the hood slightly, pull the secondary latch (1) inside of the hood center and lift the hood (2).
3. Raise the hood. It will raise completely by itself after it has been raised about halfway.
Hood
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Closing the hood
1. Before closing the hood, check the following:
All filler caps in engine compartment must be correctly installed.
Gloves, rags or any other combustible material must be removed from the
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See also:
Canister Close Valve (CCV). Specifications
Specification
Item
Specification
Coil Resistance (Ω)
19.8 ~ 21.8 [20°C(68°F)]
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Necessary Inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine coolant, brake/clutch fluid, and washer
fluid should be checked on a regular basis, with the exact interval depending on
the fluid. Further details are pro ...
Removal
1.
Remove the rear wheel & tire.
Tightening torque:88.3
~ 107.9N.m(9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft)
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