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:
Input Speed Sensor. Description and Operation
Description
Input speed sensor is a vital unit that measures the rate of rotation of the input
shaft inside the transaxle and delivers the readings to the TCM. The sensor provides
critical input ...
Installation
1.
Reconnect the auto light connector.
2.
Install the auto light sensor.
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Owner maintenance precautions
Improper or incomplete service may
result in problems. This section gives
instructions only for the maintenance
items that are easy to perform.
As explained earlier in this section, several
p ...