Kia Optima: Body (Interior and Exterior) / Fuel Filler Door
Components and components location

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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Open the fuel filler door (A).

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Loosen the fuel filler door mounting bolt (A).

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Insert 4 points (A) marked with awls to release the inner locking jaw,
and then remove the fuel door housing.

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Disconnect the fuel filler door connector (A).

The outer cover (B) is reusable but the fuel door housing (C)
is replaced with new parts.

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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Make sure the fuel filler door locks / unlocks and opens / closes
properly.
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Trunk lid latch
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Components and components location
Components
1. Front door trim
2. Front door belt inside weatherstrip
3. Front door module
4. Front door panel
5. Front do ...
Other information:
Opening the fuel filler lid
The fuel filler lid must be opened from inside the vehicle by pressing the fuel
filler lid opener button.
If the fuel filler lid does not open because ice has formed around it, tap lightly
or push on the lid to break the ice and release the lid. Do not pry on the ...
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Crash pad lower panel
Repair procedures
Replacement
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When removing with a flat-tip s ...