Kia Optima: Inspection
1. |
Check the bushing for wear. |
2. |
Check the brake pedal for bending
or twisting. |
3. |
Check the brake pedal return
spring for damage. |
4. |
Check the stop lamp switch.
(1) |
Connect a circuit tester
to the connector of stop lamp switch, and check whether or not there
is continuity when the plunger of the stop lamp switch is pushed
in and when it is released. |
(2) |
The stop lamp switch
is in good condition if there is no continuity when plunger(A) is
pushed.

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1.
Turn ignition switch OFF and
disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
2.
Remove the crash pad lower panel
and reinforcing panel. (Refer to the Body group- crash ...
Stop lamp switch clearance adjustment
If the gap between stop lamp switch and bracket is not 1.0 ~ 2.0mm(0.04~ 0.08in),
conform to below.
1.
Disconnect the stop lamp switch
...
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Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
Remove the driver airbag module.
(Refer to the RT group)
3.
Remove the steering wheel.
(Refe ...
Electric type
The electric day/night rearview mirror automatically controls the glare from
the headlights of the car behind you. Adjust the rearview mirror to the desired
position.
Type A
Press the “O” butt ...
Rear Seat
The rear seatbacks fold forward to provide additional cargo space and to provide
access to the trunk area.
To fold the rear seatback(s) down, press the unlock button located on top
of the s ...