Kia Optima: Mirror. Repair procedures
Replacement
Outside Rear View Mirror Replacement
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When prying with a flat-tip
screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective
tape around the related parts, to prevent damage. |
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Put on gloves to protect
your hands. |
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Using a screwdriver or remover,
remove the front door quadrant inner cover (A).

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Disconnect the outside rear view
mirror connector (A). |
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After loosening the mounting
nuts, then remove the outside rear view mirror (B).
Tightening torque :6.9~10.8
N.m(0.7~1.1 kgf.m, 5.1~8.0 lb-ft)
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Installation is the reverse of
removal. |
Inside Rear View Mirror Assembly Replacement
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Push the inside rear view mirror
base (A) down to remove the inside rear view mirror assembly (B).

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Installation is the reverse of
removal. |
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Remove the ECM mirror cover (A). |
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Disconnect the ECM mirror connector
(B).

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Loosen the ECM mirror mounting
screw (A).

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Push the ECM mirror base up to
remove the ECM mirror assembly (A).

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Installation is the reverse of
removal.
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Make sure the
connector is connected properly. |
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Inspect Glass Alignment
1.
Check for abnormal noise or bending
during operation.
2.
With the sunroof fully closed,
check for water leakage.
3.
The roof ...
Replacement
1.
Remove the cap (B) and remove
the nuts, then remove the wiper arm (A).
Tightening torque :22.6~26.5
N.m(2.3~2.7 kgf.m, 16.6~19.5 lb-ft)
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See also:
Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Owners Manual
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Troubleshooting
Trouble Symptom Charts
Trouble Symptom 1
Trouble Symptom 2
Trouble symptom
Probable cause
Remedy
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Care of seat belts
Seat belt systems should never be disassembled or modified. In addition, care
should be taken to assure that seat belts and belt hardware are not damaged by seat
hinges, doors or other abuse.
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