Kia Optima: Precautions For Catalytic Converter
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If a large amount of unburned gasoline flows into the converter, it
may overheat and create a fire hazard. To prevent this observe the following
precautions and explain them to your customer. |
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Use only unleaded gasoline. |
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2. |
Do not run the engine while
the car is at rest for a long time. Avoid running the engine at fast idle
for more than 10 minutes and idle speed for more than 20 minutes. |
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3. |
Do not measure engine compression
for an extended time. Engine compression tests must be made as rapidly as
possible. Remove the fuel pump relay before performing a compression test. |
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4. |
Do not dispose of used
catalytic converter together with parts contaminated with gasoline or oil. |
1.
Prior to servicing the
electrical system, be sure to turn off the ignition switch and disconnect
the battery ground cable.
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See also:
Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery
negative (-) cable.
2.
Disconnect the fuel pressure regulator valve connector.
3.
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Diagnosis procedure by using diagnostic device
As manual for diagnosis methods by using diagnosis device, the main contents are
as follows:
1.
Connect self-diagnosis connector(16pins)
located in the lower of driver side crash pad to ...
Servicing The Electrical System