Kia Optima: Replacement - Front Disc Brake. Repair procedures - Brake System - Brake System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: 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)


2. Replace pad shim (D), pad retainers (C) and brake pads (B) in the caliper carrier (A).


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 ( ...

Inspection
Front brake disc thickness check 1. Check the brake pads for wear and fade. 2. Check the brake disc for damage and cracks. 3. Remove all rust and conta ...

See also:

Rheostat. Repair procedures
Inspection 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the crash pad lower panel. (Refer to the BD group - "Crash pad") 3. ...

Installation
• Install the component with the specified torques. • Note that internal d ...

Replacement
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station. 3. Disconnect the A/C pressure transduc ...

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