Kia Optima DL3: Engine And Transaxle Assembly / Engine Room Under Cover

Repair procedures

Removal and Installation

Engine Room Under Cover

1.

Remove the engine room under cover (A).

Tightening torque:

7.8 - 11.8 N•m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf•m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb•ft)

2.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

    Repair procedures Removal and Installation 1. Remove the engine cover (A).    • To avoid damage, remove the engine cover on room temperature.

    Components and components location Components 1. Transaxle mounting bracket 2. Roll rod bracket 3. Engine mounting bracket 4.

    Other information:

    Kia Optima DL3 2019-2026 Service and Repair Manual: Ambient Temperature Sensor

    Description and operation Description The ambient temperature sensor is located at the front of the condenser and detects ambient air temperature. It is a negative type thermistor; resistance will increase with lower temperature, and decrease with higher temperature.

    Kia Optima DL3 2019-2026 Service and Repair Manual: Temperature Control Actuator

    Components and components location Components Location 1. Temperature control actuator [LH] 2. Temperature control actuator [RH] Description and operation Description The temperature control actuator is located at the heater unit.

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