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:
Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.
Disconnect the OTS connector.
3.
Remove the OTS.
4.
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Components
1. Shift lever knob & boots assembly
2. Shift lever assembly
3. Control cable assembly
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