Kia Optima: Inspection
| 1. | Check the engine oil quality. Check the oil deterioration, entry of water, discoloring of thinning. If the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil. |
| 2. | Check the engine oil level. After engine warm up stop the engine wait 5 minutes then check the oil level. Oil level should be between the "L" and "F" marks on the dipstick. If low check for leakage and add oil up to the "F" mark.
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Recommendation : 5W-30 ACEA A5 (If not available, refer to the recommended API or ILSAC classification)
API classification: SL or SM aboveILSAC classification : GF3, GF4 or above
ACEA Classification : A3 or A5SAE viscosity grade : Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity number
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Oil And Filter Replacement
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Prolonged and repeated
contact with mineral oil will result in the removal of natural fats
from the skin, ...
Balance Shaft & Oil Pump. Components and Components Location
Components
1. Balance shaft & oil pump assembly
2. Balance shaft chain tensioner
3. Balance shaft chain
4. Balance shaft chain sprocket
5. Balance shaft ...
See also:
Outside Rearview Mirrors Electric Remote Control
The electric remote control mirror switch, located on the left side of the instrument
panel on the drivers door, allows you to adjust the position of the left and right
outside rearview mirrors. ...
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
Remove the driver crash pad lower
panel.(Refer to the BD group - "Crash pad")
3.
Rem ...
Hazard warning flasher
The hazard warning flasher serves as a
warning to other drivers to exercise
extreme caution when approaching,
overtaking, or passing your vehicle.
It should be used whenever emergency
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