Kia Optima: Removal
1. |
Turn ignition switch OFF and
disconnect the negative (-) battery cable. |
2. |
Remove the crash pad lower panel
and reinforcing panel. (Refer to the Body group- crash pad). |
3. |
Remove the shower duct (A).

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4. |
Pull down steering column shaft
after removing bolts and nuts. (Refer to the steering group - Steering columm
& shaft) |
5. |
Disconnect the stop lamp switch
connector (A).

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6. |
Remove the brake pedal member
mounting nut (B).
Tightening torque:9.8 ~
14.7 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 10.8 lb-ft)
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7. |
Remove the snap pin (A) and clevis
pin (B).

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8. |
Remove the brake pedal member
assembly mounting nuts (A) and then remove the brake pedal assembly.
Tightening torque:12.7
~ 15.6 N.m (1.3 ~ 1.6 kgf.m, 9.4 ~ 11.6 lb-ft)
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Push the brake booster and then remove the hook after raising the
brake pedal when removing the brake pedal assembly. |
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1.
Check the bushing for wear.
2.
Check the brake pedal for bending
or twisting.
3.
Check the brake pedal return
spring for damage.
4.
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See also:
Cup Holder
The cup holder can be opened by pressing. The cover will slowly open.
WARNING - Hot Liquids
Do not place uncovered cups of hot liquid in the cup holder while the vehicle
is in motion. I ...
Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS). Description and Operation
Description
Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) detects the crankshaft
position and is one of the most important sensors of the engine control system.
If there is no CKPS signal input, the engine ...
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative(-) battery
terminal.
2.
Remove the rear seat.(Refer
to the BD group - "Rear seat")
3.
Remove the package tray ...