Kia Optima: Front Door / Front Door Outside Handle
Components and components location

1. Front door outside handle
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Repair procedures
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective
tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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Remove the front door module.
(Refer to Front Door - "Front Door Module")
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Press the lock pin and separate the front door outside handle connector
(A).

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Remove the hole plug (B).
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After loosening the mounting bolt, then remove the front door outside
handle cover (A).
Tightening torque :
7.8 - 11.8 N·m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf·m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb·ft)
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Remove the front door outside handle (A) by sliding it rearward.

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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Make sure the connector is connected properly.
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Make sure the door locks / unlocks and opens / closes
properly.
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Be sure to install the outside handle pad (A) between
the outside handle and the door panel.

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Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Remove the front door trim.
(Refer to Front Door - "Front Door Trim")
2.
Loosen the mounting screws a ...
Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Pull down the front door window glass to the lowest level by pressing
the power window glass switch.
2.
Remo ...
Other information:
Follow either of these procedures:
Move the lever down (to SET-) and hold it. Your vehicle will gradually slow
down. Release the lever at the speed you want to maintain.
Move the lever down (to SET-) and release it immediately. The cruising speed
will decrease by 2 km/h (1.0 mph) each ...
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Luggage side trim
Repair procedures
Replacement
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When removing with a flat-tip screw ...