Kia Optima: Wheel Replacement
When replacing the metal wheels for any reason, make sure the new wheels are equivalent to the original factory units in diameter, rim width and offset.
WARNING
A wheel that is not the correct size may adversely affect wheel and bearing life, braking and stopping abilities, handling characteristics, ground clearance, bodyto- tire clearance, snow chain clearance, speedometer calibration, headlight aim and bumper height.
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory
to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance.
In most cases, you will not need to have your wheels al ...
Tire Size Designation
A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire size designation. You will need this
information when selecting replacement tires for your car. The following explains
what the letters and numbers in the t ...
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Lumbar Support (Driver’s Seat Only)
You can adjust the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the
driver’s seatback. Pivoting the lever toward the front of the vehicle increases
the lumbar support. Pivoting the le ...
Power Door Mirror Actuator. Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Remove the front door quadrant
delta cover.(Refer to the BD group - "Front door")
2.
Disconnect the power door mirror
connector from the ...
Underdrive Brake Control Solenoid Valve(UD/B_VFS). Description and Operation
Description
Underdrive brake control solenoid valve(UD/B_VFS) is attached to the valve body.
This variable force solenoid valve directly controls the hydraulic pressure inside
the underdrive brak ...