Kia Optima: Hood / Hood Assembly
Components and components location
Repair procedures
When removing the fender, wrap protective tape around a screwdriver or
remover not to damage components.
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Removing or installing the hood requires an assistant.
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After loosening the hood hinge (A) mounting bolts, remove the hood assembly
(B).
Tightening torque :
21.6 - 26.5 N.m (2.2 - 2.7 kgf.m, 15.9 - 19.5 lb-ft)
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Make sure the hood locks / unlocks and opens / closes
properly.
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Adjust the hood alignment.
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Repair procedures
Adjustment
1.
After loosening the hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the hood (B) by moving
it up and down or from side to side and tighten the bolt.
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Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Using a clip remover, remove the clips and then the hood insulator pad
(A).
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Other information:
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Align the steering wheel so that the front wheels to facing straight
ahead.
If the steering wheel and the front tires does not synchronize
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Description and operation
Description
The evaporator temperature sensor will detect the evaporator core temperature
and interrupt compressor relay power in order to prevent evaporator from freezing
by excessive cooling. The evaporator temperature sensor has the Negative Temperature ...