Kia Optima: Measurement Method
| 1. |
These are the dimensions measured
when the measurement points are projected into the reference plane, and
are the reference dimensions used for body alterations. |
| 2. |
If the length of the tracking
gauge probes is adjustable, make the measurement by lengthening one probe
by the amount equivalent to the difference in height of the two surfaces.

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| Actual-Measurement Dimensions |
| 1. |
These dimensions indicate the
actual linear distance between measurement points, and are the reference
dimensions for use if a tracking gauge is used for measurement. |
| 2. |
Measure by first adjusting both
probes to the same length (A=A').
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Check the probes and gauge itself to make sure there is no free
play. |

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| 1. |
Measurements should be taken
at the hole center.

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1.
Basically, all measurements in
this manual are taken with a tracking gauge.
2.
When a measuring tape is used,
check to be sure there is no elongation, twisting or ...
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