Kia Optima DL3: Body (Interior and Exterior) / Fender

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2026 Service and Repair Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Fender

Components and components location

Component Location

1. Fender assembly

Repair procedures

Replacement

•	When removing the fender, wrap protective tape around a screwdriver or remover not to damage components.

•	Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.

1.	Remove the front bumper assembly. (Refer to Front Bumper - "Front Bumper Assembly")

2.	Remove the head lamps. (Refer to Body Electrical System - "Headlamps")

3.	Remove the side seal molding. (Refer to Body Side Molding - "Side Sill Molding")

4.	Remove the front wheel guard. (Refer to Body Side Molding - "Front Wheel Guard")

5.	Loosen the mounting screws and remove the front bumper side mounting bracket (A).

Loosen the mounting bolts and remove the fender panel (A).

Tightening torque :

7.8 - 11.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb-ft)

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).

❮Body (Interior and Exterior)

Service data Service Data Items Specification Hood Type Rear hinged, gas lifter type Front Door Construction Front hinged, frame door construction Regulator system Wire drum type Locking system Pin-fork system Rear Door Construction Front hinged, frame door construction Regulator system Wire drum type Locking system Pin-fork system Trunk Lid Type Front hinged Seat Belts Front 3 point type with Emergency Locking Retractor (E.

Hood❯

Repair procedures Adjustment 1. After loosening the hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the hood (B) by moving it up and down or from side to side and tighten the bolt.

Other information:

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2026 Service and Repair Manual: Smart Key

Repair procedures Adjustment Smart Key Code Saving 1. Connect the VCI II in driver side crash pad lower panel, turn the power on KDS. 2. Select the vehicle model and then do "Smart key code saving".

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