Kia Optima: Removal
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Remove the front wheel & tire.
Tightening torque:88.3
~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft)
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Loosen the hose eyebolt (C) and
caliper mounting bolts (B), then remove the front caliper assembly (A).
Tightening torque:Brake
hose to caliper (C):
24.5 ~ 29.4 N.m (2.5 ~ 3.0 kgf.m, 18.1 ~ 21.7 lb-ft)Caliper assembly
to knuckle (B):
78.5 ~ 98.1 N.m (8.0 ~ 10.0 kgf.m, 57.9 ~ 72.3 lb-ft)
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Do not loosen the bolts(E) instead of guide rod bolt. |
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Remove the front brake disc by
loosening the screws (A).

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Front brake pads
1.
Loosen the guide rod bolt (B)
and pivot the caliper (A) up out of the way.
Tightening torque:21.6
~ 31.4 N.m (2.2 ~ 3.2 kgf.m, 15.9 ~ 23.1 lb-ft)
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See also:
Reassembly
1.
Wrap tape around the driveshaft
spline(TJ) to prevent damage to the boots.
2.
Apply grease to the joint boot
on the side of the wheel and install the boot.
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26 Brake Control Solenoid Valve(26/B_VFS). Description and Operation
Description
26 brake control solenoid valve(26/B_VFS) is attached to the valve body. This variable
force solenoid valve directly controls the hydraulic pressure inside the 26 brake.
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Before entering vehicle
Be sure that all windows, outside mirror( s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles beh ...