Kia Optima: Removal
| 1. |
Release the residual pressure in fuel line (Refer
to “Release Residual Pressure in Fuel Line” in this group). |
| 2. |
Remove the fuel pump service cover (A) in the trunk. 
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| 3. |
Disconnect the fuel pump connector (A) and the fuel
tank pressure sensor connector (B). |
| 4. |
Disconnect the fuel feed tube quick connector (C). 
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| 5. |
Lift the vehicle and support the fuel tank with a
jack. |
| 6. |
Remove the center muffler assembly (Refer to “Intake
And Exhaust System” in EM group). |
| 7. |
Disconnect the fuel filler hose (A). 
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| 8. |
Disconnect the vapor hose quick-connector (A). 
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| 9. |
Remove the parking brake line (A). 
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| 10. |
Remove the fuel tank band installation nuts (A). 
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| 11. |
Remove the fuel tank after removing the fuel tank
band (A) as below. 
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1.
Installation is reverse of removal.
Fuel tank band installation nut:
39.2 ~ 54.0 N.m (4.0 ~ 5.5 kgf.m, 28.9 ~
39.8 lb-ft)
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Manual heating and air conditioning
The heating and cooling system can be controlled manually by pushing buttons
other than the AUTO button. In this case, the system works sequentially according
to the order of buttons selected.
1. ...
Noise and Smoke
When the air bags inflate, they make a loud noise and they leave smoke and powder
in the air inside of the vehicle. This is normal and is a result of the ignition
of the air bag inflator.
After t ...
Inspection
1.
Check each part for cracks, damage
or wear, and replace the coolant pump assembly if necessary.
2.
Check the bearing for damage,
abnormal noise and sluggish rotat ...