Kia Optima: Catalytic Converter. Description and OperationDescription
The catalytic converter of the gasoline engine is a three way catalyst. It oxidizes carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons (HC), and separates oxygen from the oxides of nitrogen (NOx).

Description and OperationReplacement (Without EPB)
Rear brake pads
1.
Loosen the guide rod bolt (B)
and pivot the caliper (A) up out of the way.
Tightening torque:21.6
~ 31.4 N.m (2.2 ~ 3.2 kgf.m, 15.9 ~ 23.1 lb-ft)
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Components(2)
1. Front bumper cover
2. Front bumper lip assembly
3. Radiator grill
4. Front bumper lower side molding
5. Front fog lamp
6. Wiring harness assembly
7. Front b ...
Emergency Trunk Safety Release
Your vehicle is equipped with an emergency trunk release cable located inside
the trunk inside of the right tail light. If someone is inadvertently locked in
the trunk, when pulled, this cable w ...