Kia Optima: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
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Symptom |
Suspect area |
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Engine will not start or struggle to start |
Vapor hose damaged or disconnected |
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Engine struggles to start |
Malfunction of the Purge Control Solenoid Valve |
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Rough idle or engine stalls |
Vapor hose damaged or disconnected |
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Malfunction of the PCV valve |
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Rough idle |
Malfunction of the Evaporative Emission Control System |
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Excessive oil consumption |
Positive crankcase ventilation line clogged |
Tightening Torques
Item
kgf.m
N.m
lb-ft
Positive crankcase ventilation valve installation
0.19 ~ 0.29
1.9 ~ 2.8
1.4 ~ 2.1
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Schematic
Diagrams
Schematic Diagram
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See also:
Engine Temperature Gauge
This gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant when the ignition switch
is ON.
If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range area toward the H position,
it indicates overheating that ...
Automatic transaxle
Depress the brake pedal
and the lock release button when shifting.
Press the button when
shifting.
The shift lever can
be shifted freely. ...
Inhibitor Switch. Description and Operation
Description
Inhibitor Switch monitors the lever's position(PRND) and is used to control gear
setting signals.
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Categories
Kia Optima Manuals
- Kia Optima DL3 2019-2026 Owners Manual
- Kia Optima DL3 2019-2026 Service and Repair Manual
- Kia Optima TF 2011-{2019} Owners Manual
- Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service Manual
- Kia Optima MS/Magentis 2000-2005 Owners Manual
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