Kia Optima: Power Train / Battery
Repair procedures
| Inspection |
| [NU 2.0 MPI] |
Battery Voltage and Status
Check the battery voltage and status by using a battery tester.
Battery Terminal
| 1. |
Move back and forth to check if the battery terminals (A) are loose or corroded. Clean any corroded terminals.
If the battery positive connection is loose, disconnect the ground (GND) cable first before attempting to remove or tighten the positive connection to prevent personal injury. |
| 2. |
If the battery clamp on positive (+) battery terminal is not seated securely:
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| 3. |
If the battery clamp on negative (-) battery terminal is not seated securely:
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| [THETAⅢ 2.5 GDI] |
Battery Voltage and Status
Check the battery voltage and status by using a battery tester.
Battery Terminal
| 1. |
Move back and forth to check if the battery terminals (A) are loose or corroded. Clean any corroded terminals.
If the battery positive connection is loose, disconnect the ground (GND) cable first before attempting to remove or tighten the positive connection to prevent personal injury. |
| 2. |
If the battery clamp on positive (+) battery terminal is not seated securely:
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| 3. |
If the battery clamp on negative (-) battery terminal is not seated securely:
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Air Cleaner Filter
Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Remove the air cleaner element.
2.
Check if the air filter is excessively dirty. If so, replace the air
clean ...
Cooling System
Repair procedures
Inspection
Radiator hoses
1.
Check radiator hoses for the following:
(1)
Improper attachment
(2)
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Other information:
Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Owner's Manual: Checking the coolant level
WARNING Removing radiator cap Never attempt to remove the radiator cap while the engine is operating or hot. Doing so might lead to cooling system and engine damage and could result in serious personal injury from escaping hot coolant or steam. Turn the engine off and wait until it cools ...
Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Owner's Manual: Front seat adjustment - power (if equipped)
The front seat can be adjusted by using the control switches located on the outside of the seat cushion. Before driving, adjust the seat to the proper position so you can easily control the steering wheel, pedals and switches on the instrument panel. WARNING - Unattended children Do not leave ...
