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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See also:
Fuel Filler Cap. Description and Operation
Description
A ratchet tightening device on the threaded fuel filler cap
reduces the chances of incorrect installation, which seals the fuel filler.
After the gasket on the fuel filler cap and t ...
Tachometer
Type A
Type B
The tachometer indicates the approximate number of engine revolutions per minute
(rpm).
Use the tachometer to select the correct shift points and to prevent lugging
and/or ove ...
Rearview camera
The rearview camera will activate when the back-up light is ON with the ignition
switch ON and the shift lever in the R position.
This system is a supplemental system that shows behind the vehi ...