Kia Optima: Inspection
Sprockets, Chain Tensioner, Chain Guide, Chain Tensioner Arm
| 1. |
Check the camshaft sprocket and
crankshaft sprocket for abnormal wear, cracks, or damage. Replace as necessary. |
| 2. |
Inspect the tensioner arm and
chain guide for abnormal wear, cracks, or damage. Replace as necessary.
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| 3. |
Check that the tensioner piston
moves smoothly when the ratchet pawl is released with thin rod. |
Drive belt, Idler, Pulley
| 1. |
Check the idler for excessive
oil leakage, abnormal rotation or vibration. Replace if necessary. |
| 2. |
Check belt for maintenance and
abnormal wear of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary. |
| 3. |
Check the pulleys for vibration
in rotation, oil or dust deposit of V-ribbed part. Replace if necessary. |
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Use fender covers to
avoid damaging painted surfaces.
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To avoid damage, unplu ...
1.
Install the balance shaft chain.
(Refer to Lubrication system in this group)
2.
Install the crankshaft chain
sprocket (B) and the timing chain oil jet (A).
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See also:
CVVT Oil Temperature Sensor (OTS). Description and Operation
Description
Continuous Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) system advances or
retards the valve timing of the intake and exhaust valve in accordance with
the ECM control signal which is calculated by ...
Safety Belt Warning Chime
If the driver's lap/shoulder belt is not fastened when the key is turned ON or
if it is unfastened after the key is turned ON, safety belt warning chime sounds
for approximately 6 seconds. ...
Closing the sunroof
To close the sunroof glass only
Push the sunroof control lever forward to the first detent position or pull the
lever downward.
To close the sunroof glass with the sunshade
Push the sunroof contr ...
Removal
Installation