Kia Optima: Waxing
Wax the vehicle when water will no longer bead on the paint.
Always wash and dry the vehicle before waxing. Use good quality liquid or paste wax, and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Wax all metal trim to protect it and to maintain its luster.
Removing oil, tar, and similar materials with a spot remover will usually strip the wax from the finish. Be sure to re-wax these areas even if the rest of the vehicle does not yet need waxing.
✽ NOTICE
- Wiping dust or dirt off the body with a dry cloth will scratch the finish.
- Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents containing high alkaline or caustic agents on chrome-plated or anodized aluminum parts. This may result in damage to the protective coating and cause discoloration or paint deterioration.
Finish Maintenance Washing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish from rust and deterioration, wash it thoroughly
at least once a month with lukewarm or cold water.
Pay special attention to the removal of any accumulation of ...
Finish Damage Repair
Deep scratches or stone chips in the painted surface must be repaired promptly.
Exposed metal will quickly rust and may develop into a major repair expense.
✽ NOTICE
If your vehicle is dama ...
See also:
Yaw-rate and Lateral G Sensor. Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Turn ignition switch OFF and
disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
2.
Remove the floor console. (Refer
to the Body group - Console)
3.
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Knock Sensor (KS). Description and Operation
Description
Knocking is a phenomenon characterized by undesirable vibration
and noise and can cause engine damage. Knock Sensor (KS) is installed on the
cylinder block and senses engine knockin ...