Kia Optima: Installation - Curtain Airbag (CAB) Module. Repair procedures - Airbag Module - Restraint - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: Installation

1. Remove the ignition key from the vehicle.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least three minutes.
3. Tighten the curtain airbag mounting bolts and nuts.

Tightening torque:

Bolts: 7.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (0.8 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

Nuts: 3.9 ~ 5.9 N.m (0.4 ~ 0.6 kgf.m, 2.5 ~ 4.3 lb-ft)
• Never twist the airbag module during installation. If the airbag module is twisted, it may not operate as designed.
4. Connect the curtain airbag connector.
5. Install the roof trim. (Refer to the Body group- Interior)
6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
7. After installing the curtain airbag (CAB), confirm proper system operation:
A. Turn the ignition switch ON; the SRS indicator light should be turned on for about six seconds and then go off.

Removal
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least 3 minutes before beginning work. 2. Remove the roof trim. (Refer to the Body group- Interior) ...

Airbag Module Disposal. Description and Operation
Airbag Disposal Special tool required Deployment tool 0957A-34100ABefore scrapping any airbags or side airbags (including those installed in vehicle to be scrapped), the airbags or si ...

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Removal
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable. 2. Disconnect the ventilation hose (A) from the fuel tank air filter. ...

Electrical System
1. Be sure to disconnect the battery cable from the negative (-) terminal of the battery. 2. Never pull on the wires when disconnecting connectors. ...

Interior light
CAUTION Do not use the interior lights for extended periods when the engine is not running. It may cause battery discharge. WARNING Do not use the interior lights when driving in the dark. Accid ...

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