Kia Optima: Inspection - Front Driveshaft. Repair procedures - Driveshaft Assembly - Driveshaft and axle - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia 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.

Replacement
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. ...

Disassembly
• Do not disassemble the BJ assembly. • Special grease must be applied to t ...

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Input Speed Sensor. Description and Operation
Description Input speed sensor is a vital unit that measures the rate of rotation of the input shaft inside the transaxle and delivers the readings to the TCM. The sensor provides critical input ...

To Defog Inside Windshield
To Defog Inside Windshield 1. Select any fan speed except OFF () position. 2. Select desired temperature. 3. Press the defrost button (). 4. The air conditioning will be turned on according to ...

Removal
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable. 2. Release the residual pressure in fuel line (Refer to “Release Residual P ...

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