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 the d ...
See also:
Removal
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery
negative (-) cable.
2.
Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector
(A).
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All season tires
Kia specifies all season tires on
some models to provide good performance
for use all year round,
including snowy and icy road conditions.
All season tires are identified
by ALL SEASON and/o ...
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the vapor hose (A).
2.
Remove the PCV valve (B).
Inspection
1.
Insert a thin stick (A) into the PCV valve (B) from the threaded side to check that the plunger move ...
Replacement
Disassembly