Kia Optima: Inspection
| 1. | Check the plated parts of the disc & hub assembly (A) for color changes, peeling or other damage. If there is damage, replace the clutch set. |
| 2. | Check the pulley (B) bearing
play and drag by rotating the pulley by hand. Replace the clutch set with
a new one if it is noisy or has excessive play/drag.
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| 3. | Check operation of the magnetic
clutch. Connect the compressor side terminals to the battery (+) terminal and the ground battery (-) terminal to the compressor body. Check the magnetic clutch operating noise to determine the condition.
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Installation
1.
Make sure of the length of compressor
mounting bolts, and then tighten it A→B→C→D order.
Tightening torque :20.0~32.9N.m
(2.04~3.36kgf.m, 14.7~24 ...
Disassembly
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
Remove the front tire (A) from
hub assembly.
Tightening torque :
10~15N.m (9~11kgf.m, 7.37~11lbf.ft ...
See also:
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is
the number used in registering your vehicle
and in all legal matters pertaining to
its ownership, etc.
VIN label
The VIN is also on a plate a ...
Inspection
TCM Problem Inspection Procedure
1.
TEST TCM GROUND CIRCUIT: Measure
resistance between TCM and chassis ground using the backside of TCM harness
connector as TCM side check point. If ...
Checking the Washer Fluid Level
The reservoir is translucent so that you can check the level with a quick visual
inspection.
Check the fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir and add fluid if necessary.
Plain water may be u ...