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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Description
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Hazardous driving conditions
When hazardous driving conditions are encountered such as water, snow, ice, mud,
sand, or similar hazards, follow these suggestions:
Drive cautiously and allow extra distance for braking.
Avoi ...
Care of seat belts
Seat belt systems should never be disassembled or modified. In addition, care
should be taken to assure that seat belts and belt hardware are not damaged by seat
hinges, doors or other abuse.
WA ...