Kia Optima: Inspection
| 1. |
Check the driveshaft boots for
damage and deterioration. |
| 2. |
Check the driveshaft spline for
wear or damage. |
| 3. |
Check that there is no water
or foreign material in the joint. |
| 4. |
Check the spider assembly for
roller rotation, wear or corrosion. |
| 5. |
Check the groove inside the joint
case for wear or corrosion. |
| 6. |
Check the dynamic damper for
damage or cracks. |
1.
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2.
Remove wheel nuts, front wheel
and tire from front hub.
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Do not disassemble the
BJ assembly.
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Special grease must be
applied to t ...
See also:
Fuel Filler Cap. Description and Operation
Description
A ratchet tightening device on the threaded fuel filler cap
reduces the chances of incorrect installation, which seals the fuel filler.
After the gasket on the fuel filler cap and t ...
Window opening and closing
Type A
The driver’s door has a master power window switch that controls all the windows
in the vehicle.
To open or close a window, press down or pull up the front portion of the corresponding ...
Tilt Steering
To change the steering wheel angle, pull up on the lock release (located beneath
the steering column), adjust the steering wheel to the desired angle, then release
the lock-release to lock the s ...
Replacement
Disassembly