Kia Optima: Removal
Brake Booster
1. |
Turn ignition switch OFF and
disconnect the negative (-) battery cable. |
2. |
Remove the air duct (B) and air
cleaner assembly (A).

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3. |
Disconnect the vacuum hose (A)
from the brake booster.

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4. |
Remove the master cylinder. (Refer
to Master Cylinder) |
5. |
Remove the snap pin (A) and clevis
pin (B).

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6. |
Remove the mounting nuts.
Tightening torque:12.7
~ 15.7 N.m (1.3 ~ 1.6 kgf.m, 9.4 ~ 11.6 lb-ft)
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7. |
Remove the brake tube.

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8. |
Remove the brake booster.

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Vacuum Pump
1. |
Turn ignition switch OFF. |
2. |
Remove the under covers (A, B).
Tightening torque:9.8 ~
11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)
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When removing the under cover (B), unfasten the mounting bracket
bolts and then remove the under cover and mounting bracket assembly.
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3. |
Disconnect the vacuum pump connector
(A).

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4. |
Disconnect the vacuum hose (A).

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5. |
Loosen the vacuum pump bracket
bolts (A), and then remove vacuum pump and bracket.
Tightening torque:19.6
~ 29.4 N.m (2.0 ~ 3.0 kgf.m, 14.5 ~ 21.7 lb-ft)
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6. |
Remove the 2 bolts, and then
remove the bracket from vacuum pump. |
For simple checking of the brake booster operation, carry out the following tests.
1.
Run the engine for one or two
minutes, and then stop it. If the pedal depresses fully the first time ...
Brake Booster
1.
Inspect the check valve in the
vacuum hose, intensifier and the connecting section.
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See also:
Trouble Diagnostics When Using GDS
1.
The body control module can diagnose
by using the GDS more quickly.The BCM communicates with the GDS and then
reads the input/output value and drives the actuator.
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Air bag warning light
The purpose of the air bag warning light in your instrument panel is to alert
you of a potential problem with your air bag - Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).
When the ignition switch is turn ...
Inspection
1.
Check the steering column for
damage and deformation.
2.
Check the joint bearing for damage
and wear.
3.
Check the tilt bracket for damage
and ...