Kia Optima: Replacement
Front brake pads
| 1. | Loosen the guide rod bolt (B)
and pivot the caliper (A) up out of the way.
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| 2. | Replace pad shim (D), pad retainers
(C) and brake pads (B) in the caliper carrier (A).
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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:
Rear Shock Absorber. Components and Components Location
Components
1. Self locking nut
2. Bracket assembly
3. Bumper rubber
4. Dust cover
5. Shock absorber
...
Roof Trim. Repair procedures
Replacement
Sunvisor Replacement
•
Use a plastic panel removal
tool to remove interior trim pieces to protect from ...
Parking Brake and Brake Fluid Warning
Parking Brake Warning
This light comes ON when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch
in the START or ON position. The warning light should go off when the parking brake
is release ...