Kia Optima: Removal - Hands Free Switch. Repair procedures - Hands Free System - Body Electrical System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: Removal

1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the driver airbag module.

(Refer to the RT group)

3. Remove the steering wheel.

(Refer to the ST group - "Steering column & shaft")

4. Remove the steering wheel cover (A) after loosening the screws.

5. Remove the steering wheel remote control switch connector (A) after loosening the mounting screws.


Inspection
1. Check the hands free remote control switch for resistance between terminals in each switch position. Switch Connector terminal ...

Installation
1. Reassemble the steering wheel remote control switch after connecting the connector. 2. Reassemble the steering wheel. 3. Reassemble the driver airbag ...

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Precautions
✽ NOTICE The transmitter (or smart key) will not work if any of following occurs: The ignition key is in the ignition switch. You exceed the operating distance limit (about 30 m [90 feet ...

Installation
1. Installation is the reverse of removal. ...

Heated Steering wheel. Repair procedures
Inspection Measure a temperature. • The temperature of wheel surface grip must rise from -20°C to 20°C within 6 minute • The temperature of wheel surface gri ...

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