Service and Repair manual for Fifth generation (DL3) of the mid-size sedan Kia Optima. Kia's best-selling midsize sedan was unveiled with new design cues inside and out, expanded ADAS technology, a new UVO infotainment strategy and available European-inspired red and black two-tone sport leather-trimmed seats. Additional available enhancements to the Optima line include new alloy wheel choices, ambient LED interior lighting, and a new Passion Red exterior color.
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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 and remove the front door inside handle (A).
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Blade inspection
Commercial hot waxes applied by automatic car washes have been known to make
the windshield difficult to clean.
Contamination of either the windshield or the wiper blades with foreign matter
can reduce the effectiveness of the windshield wipers. Common sources of contaminati ...