Kia Optima: First generation (MS; 2000–2005)

First generation (MS; 2000–2005)

From 2000-2005 Optimas were a rebadged variant of the Hyundai Sonata, differing only from the Sonata in minor exterior styling details and equipment content.

Second generation (MG; 2005–2010)
The second generation Optima, known as the Kia Magentis globally except the United States and Malaysia, and as the Kia Lotze in South Korea, was launched in South Korea in November 2005. ...

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Transaxle Oil Temperature Sensor. Specifications
Specifications ▷ Type: Negative Thermal Coefficient Type Temp.[(°C)°F] Resistance (kΩ) (-40)-40 48.1 (-20)-4.0 ...

Removal
1. Remove the battery and the battery tray. (Refer to "Charging system" in EE group.) 2. Remove the under cover (A). Tightening torque:7.8 ~ 11 ...

Transaxle Oil Temperature Sensor. Description and Operation
Description Transaxle oil temperature sensor monitors the automatic transaxle fluid's temperature and conveys the readings to TCM. It is an NTC (Negative Thermal Coefficient) sensor whose res ...

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