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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1. |
Using a screwdriver or remover,
remove the front door quadrant inner cover (A).

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2. |
Disconnect the outside rear view
mirror connector (A). |
3. |
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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4. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal. |
Inside Rear View Mirror Assembly Replacement
1. |
Push the inside rear view mirror
base (A) down to remove the inside rear view mirror assembly (B).

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2. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal. |
1. |
Remove the ECM mirror cover (A). |
2. |
Disconnect the ECM mirror connector
(B).

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3. |
Loosen the ECM mirror mounting
screw (A).

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4. |
Push the ECM mirror base up to
remove the ECM mirror assembly (A).

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5. |
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:
Reassembly
1.
Wrap tape around the driveshaft
spline(TJ) to prevent damage to the boots.
2.
Apply grease to the joint boot
on the side of the wheel and install the boot.
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Components(1)
1. Rear bumper cover
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Inspection
1.
Check the hands free remote control
switch for resistance between terminals in each switch position.
Switch
Connector
terminal
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