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 ...

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Installation
1. Installation is the reverse of removal. 2. Use a SST (09581-11000) when installing the brake caliper assembly. 3. After installation, bleed ...

Phone Setup
All Bluetooth® wireless technology related operations can be performed in PHONE menu. 1) Push the SETUP button to enter SETUP mode. 2) Select “Phone” item by rotating the TUNE knob, then push ...

Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS). Description and Operation
Description Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS) is a hall sensor and detects the camshaft position by using a hall element.It is related with Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) and detects the pisto ...

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