Kia Optima: Balance Shaft & Oil Pump. Repair procedures

Balance Shaft & Oil Pump. Components and Components Location

Components   1. Balance shaft & oil pump assembly 2. Balance shaft chain tensioner 3. Balance shaft chain 4. Balance shaft chain sprocket 5. Balance shaft ...

Removal

1. Remove the timing chain. (Refer to Timing system in this group) 2. Install a stopper pin (A) after compressing the balance shaft chain tensioner. 3. ...

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Mode Control Actuator. Components and Components Location
Component Location ...

Replacement
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station. 3. Disconnect the A/C pressure transduc ...

Towing service
If emergency towing is necessary, we recommend having it done by an authorized Kia dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing procedures are necessary to prevent d ...