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
DisassemblyDisassembly
If the disassembly procedure is complex, requiring many parts to be disassembled,
all parts should be disassembled in a way that will not affect their performance
or external appearance.
1.
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Removal
1.
Remove the battery and the battery
tray. (Refer to "Charging system" in EE group.)
2.
Remove the under cover (A).
Tightening torque:7.8 ~
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Certification label
The certification label is located on
the driver's door sill at the center pillar.
This label shows the maximum
allowable weight of the fully loaded
vehicle. This is called the GVWR
(Gros ...