Kia Optima: Crash Pad / Glove Box
Components and components location

Repair procedures
• |
When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective
tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
|
• |
Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces
without marring the surface.
|
• |
Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
|
• |
Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
|
|
1. |
Open the glove box (A) in the direction of the arrow.

|
2. |
Separate the air damper (A) from the glove box.

|
3. |
Press both sides inwards to open the glove box (A) downwards.

|
4. |
Remove the glove box (A).

|
5. |
To install, reverse removal procedure.
|
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Crash pad garnish [LH]
2. Crash pad garnish [RH]
3. Crash pad center garnish
Repair pro ...
Repair procedures
Replacement
•
When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Components
1. Water inlet fitting
2. Thermostat
3. Bypass hose
4. Heater pipe & hose assembly
Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
...
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.
The sensor o ...