Kia Optima: Removal - Front Disc Brake. Repair procedures - Brake System - Brake System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2025 Service ManualKia Optima: Removal

1. 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)


2. 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)

Do not loosen the bolts(E) instead of guide rod bolt.
3. Remove the front brake disc by loosening the screws (A).


Front Disc Brake. Repair procedures
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Replacement
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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Installation
1. Reassemble the steering wheel remote control switch after connecting the connector. 2. Reassemble the steering wheel. 3. Reassemble the driver airbag ...

Disassembly
1. Remove the snap ring (A). 2. Remove the hub assembly from the knuckle assembly. (1) Install the front knuckle assembly (A) on press. ...

Door Ajar Warning
This warning light comes on when a door is not closed securely with the ignition switch in any position. ...

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