Kia Optima: Installation - Engine And Transaxle Assembly. Repair procedures - Engine And Transaxle Assembly - Engine Mechanical System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: Installation

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Perform the following :
• Adjust a shift cable.
• Refill engine with engine oil.
• Refill a transaxle with fluid.
• Refill a radiator and a reservoir tank with engine coolant.
• Clean battery posts and cable terminals and assemble.
• Inspect for fuel leakage.
- After assemble the fuel line, turn on the ignition switch (do not operate the starter) so that the fuel pump runs for approximately two seconds and fuel line pressurizes.
- Repeat this operation two or three times, then check for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.
• Bleed air from the cooling system.
- Start engine and let it run until it warms up. (until the radiator fan operates 3 or 4 times.)
- Turn Off the engine. Check the level in the radiator, add coolant if needed. This will allow trapped air to be removed from the cooling system.
- Put radiator cap on tightly, then run the engine again and check for leaks.

Removal
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