Kia Optima: Rear Seat Belt. Repair procedures
Replacement
Rear Seat Belt Replacement
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When installing the belt,
make sure not to damage the retractor. |
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1. |
Remove the following items first.
A. |
Rear seat assembly
(Refer to the BD group - "Rear Seat")
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B. |
Rear Pillar trim (Refer
to the BD group - "Interior Trim")
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C. |
Package tray trim (Refer
to the BD group - "Interior Trim")
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2. |
After loosening the mounting
bolt, then remove the rear seat belt lower anchor (A).
Tightening torque :39.2
~ 53.9 N.m (4.0 ~ 5.5 kgf.m, 28.9 ~ 39.8 lb-ft)
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After loosening the retractor
(B) mounting bolt, then remove the rear seat belt (A).
Tightening torque :39.2
~ 53.9 N.m (4.0 ~ 5.5 kgf.m, 28.9 ~ 39.8 lb-ft)
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4. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal.
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Replace any damaged
clips. |
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Rear Seat Belt Buckle Replacement
1. |
Remove the rear seat cushion.
(Refer to the BD group - "Rear Seat")
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2. |
Loosen the mounting bolt, and
then remove the rear seat belt buckle (A).
Tightening torque :39.2
~ 53.9 N.m (4.0 ~ 5.5 kgf.m, 28.9 ~ 39.8 lb-ft)
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3. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal. |
Replacement
Front Seat Belt Replacement
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When installing the belt,
make sure not to damage the pretensioner.
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See also:
Rheostat. Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to the BD group - "Crash pad")
3.
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Checking the Engine Oil Level
1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan. ...
Installation
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Install the component with the specified
torques.
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Note that internal damag ...