Kia Optima: Wheel Replacement
When replacing the metal wheels for any reason, make sure the new wheels are equivalent to the original factory units in diameter, rim width and offset.
WARNING
A wheel that is not the correct size may adversely affect wheel and bearing life, braking and stopping abilities, handling characteristics, ground clearance, bodyto- tire clearance, snow chain clearance, speedometer calibration, headlight aim and bumper height.
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory
to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance.
In most cases, you will not need to have your wheels al ...
Tire Size Designation
A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire size designation. You will need this
information when selecting replacement tires for your car. The following explains
what the letters and numbers in the t ...
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Description and Operation
OBD-II review
1. OverviewThe California Air Resources Board (CARB) began regulation
of On Board Diagnostics (OBD) for vehicles sold in California beginning with
the 1988 model year. The first ...
Removal
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery
negative (-) cable.
2.
Lift the vehicle.
3.
Disconnect the canister close valve co ...
Side Impact Sensor (SIS). Description and Operation
Description
Side Impact Sensor (SIS) system consists of two P-SIS which are installed at each
center of the front door module (LH and RH) and two SIS which are installed at each
center pillar nea ...