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:
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Removing or installing the hood lifter requires an assistant.
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When removing the hood lifter, first remove th ...
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
2.
Remove the roof trim assembly.
(Refer to Body - "Roof Trim Assembly")
3.
Disconnect the high mounted stop lamp connector (A).
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