Kia Optima: Removal
| 1. |
Disconnect the brake fiuid level
switch connector, and remove the reservoir cap. |
| 2. |
Remove the brake fluid from the
master cylinder reservior with a syringe.
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Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle, it may damage the paint;
if brake fluid does contact the paint, wash it off immediately with
water. |
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| 3. |
Remove the wheel & tire. |
| 4. |
Remove the brake hose clip (A).
Front
Rear
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| 5. |
Disconnect the brake tube by
loosening the tube flare nut (B).
Tightening torque:12.7
~ 16.7 N.m (1.3 ~ 1.7 kgf.m, 9.4 ~ 12.3 lb-ft)
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| 6. |
Disconnect the brake hose from
the brake caliper by loosening the bolt (C).
Tightening torque:24.5
~ 29.4 N.m (2.5 ~ 3.0 kgf.m, 18.1 ~ 21.7 lb-ft)
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Front
Rear
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1.
Check the brake tubes for cracks,
crimps and corrosion.
2.
Check the brake hoses for cracks,
damage and fluid leakage.
3.
Check the brake tube flar ...
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To cancel cruise control, do one of the following
Depress the brake pedal.
Depress the clutch pedal with a manual transaxle.
Shift into N (Neutral) with an automatic transaxle.
Press the CANCEL switch.
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Airbag-advanced supplemental restraint system
* The actual air bags in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
(1) Driver’s front air bag (2) Passenger’s front air bag (3) Side impact
air bag (4) Curtain air bag
WARNING
Even in vehi ...
Compact Spare Tire Replacement
A compact spare tire has a shorter tread life than a regular size tire. Replace
it when you can see the tread wear indicator bars on the tire. The replacement compact
spare tire should be the same ...
Inspection