Kia Optima: Intercooler. Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1. |
Disconnect the battery terminals.
(Refer to Engine and transaxle assembly in this group) |
2. |
Remove the air cleaner assembly
and the intercooler inlet/outlet hoses. (Refer to Engine and transaxle assembly
in this group) |
3. |
Remove the battery and battery
tray. (Refer to Engine and transaxle assembly in this group) |
4. |
Remove the under covers. (Refer
to Engine and transaxle assembly in this group) |
5. |
Remove the intercooler upper
mounting bracket (A).
Tightening torque3.9 ~
5.9 N.m (0.4 ~ 0.6 kgf.m, 2.9 ~ 4.3 lb-ft)
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6. |
Remove the intercooler (A) after
removing the air guide (B)
Tightening torqueAir guide
bolts:
4.9 ~ 7.8 N.m (0.5 ~ 0.8 kgf.m, 3.6 ~ 5.8 lb-ft)
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7. |
Installation is reverse order
of removal. |
Components
1. Recirculation hose
2. Intercooler inlet hose A
3. Intercooler inlet pipe
4. Intercooler inlet hose B
5. Recirculation Solenoid Valve
6. Boost press ...
Components
1. Front muffler
2. Catalytic converter & center muffler assembly
3. Main muffler
4. Gasket
5. Hanger
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See also:
Removal
Handle the sensor with care.
1.
Remove the tire. (Refer to "Tire
Removal")
2.
Remove the va ...
Inspection
1.
Check the strut bearing for wear
and damage.
2.
Check the spring upper and lower
seat for damage and deterioration.
3.
Compress and extend the pist ...
Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
Using the screwdriver, remove
the side cover (A).
3.
Loosen the mounting screws and
th ...