Kia Optima: Removal
| 1. | Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. |
| 2. | Remove the driver airbag module. (Refer to the RT group) |
| 3. | Remove the steering wheel. (Refer to the ST group - "Steering column & shaft") |
| 4. | Remove the steering wheel cover
(A) after loosening the screws.
|
| 5. | Remove the steering wheel remote
control switch connector (A) after loosening the mounting screws.
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Inspection
1.
Check the hands free remote control
switch for resistance between terminals in each switch position.
Switch
Connector
terminal
...
Installation
1.
Reassemble the steering wheel
remote control switch after connecting the connector.
2.
Reassemble the steering wheel.
3.
Reassemble the driver airbag
...
See also:
Instrument Panel Illumination
When the vehicle’s parking lights or headlights are on, the instrument panel
lights activate. This makes the instruments and controls visible in darkness. To
adjust the instrument panel illumina ...
Lumbar Support (Driver’s Seat Only)
You can adjust the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the
driver’s seatback. Pivoting the lever toward the front of the vehicle increases
the lumbar support. Pivoting the le ...
Reassembly
1.
Install the hub bearing to the
knuckle assembly.
(1)
Lay the knuckle assembly
(A) on press.
(2)
Lay a new hub bearing
upon the k ...