Kia Optima: Inspection - Front Strut Assembly. Repair procedures - Front Suspension System - Suspension System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: Inspection

1. Check the strut bearing for wear and damage.
2. Check the spring upper and lower seat for damage and deterioration.
3. Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound during operation.


Disassembly
1. Using the special tool (09546-26000), compress the coil spring (A). Tightening torque:58.8 ~ 68.6N.m(6.0 ~ 7.0kgf.m, 43.4 ~ 50.6lb-ft) ...

Front Lower Arm. Repair procedures
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Installation
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The Importance of the Passenger Being Properly Seated
The front seat passenger’s air bag is much larger than the steering wheel air bag and inflates with considerably more force. It can seriously hurt or kill a passenger who is not in the proper ...

Removal
The side airbag cannot be disassembled from the seat back assembly, so replace the seat back assembly when replacing the side airbag. ...

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