Kia Optima: Evaporative Emission Control System / Fuel Tank Air Filter
Repair procedures
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Disconnect the negative battery (-) terminal.
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Remove the [LH] rear wheel guard.
(Refer to Body - "Rear Wheel Guard")
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Disconnect the ventilation hoses (A) from the fuel tank air filter.
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Remove the fuel tank air filter (B) after loosening the mounting bolt.
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Tightening torque :
9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb-ft)
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Description and operation
Description
A ratchet tightening device on the threaded fuel filler cap reduces the chances
of incorrect installation, which would seal the fuel filler. After ...
Specifications
Specification
Item
Specification
Coil Resistance (Ω)
22.0 - 26.0 [20°C (68°F)]
Schematic diagrams
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Other information:
Description and operation
Description
Evaporative Emission Control System prevents fuel vapor stored in fuel tank from
vaporizing into the atmosphere. When the fuel evaporates in the fuel tank, the vapor
passes through vent hoses or tubes to canister filled with charcoal. The canis ...
Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1.
Remove the engine cover (A).
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To avoid damage, remove the engine cover on room ...