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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Removal
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery
negative (-) cable.
2.
Disconnect the purge control solenoid valve connector
(A).
3. ...
Child restraint anchorage position
Your vehicle is equipped with an anchor for securing the tether strap of a child
restraint system (child seat).
The child restraint anchor fittings are installed on the shelf behind the rear
se ...