Kia Optima DL3: Hood / Hood Assembly

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

Components and components location

Component Location

1. Hood assembly

Repair procedures

Replacement

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

Removing or installing the hood requires an assistant.

After loosening the hood hinge (A) mounting bolts, remove the hood assembly (B).

Tightening torque :

21.6 - 26.5 N.m (2.2 - 2.7 kgf.m, 15.9 - 19.5 lb-ft)

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

•	Make sure the hood locks / unlocks and opens / closes properly.

•	Adjust the hood alignment.

❮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.

Hood Insulator Pad❯

Repair procedures Replacement 1. Using a clip remover, remove the clips and then the hood insulator pad (A). Be careful not to scratch the hood panel.

Other information:

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2026 Service and Repair Manual: Evaporator Core

Repair procedures Replacement 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the heater and blower assembly. (Refer to Heater - "Heater Unit") 3. Loosen the mounting screws, lock pin and remove the evaporator core cover (A).

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2026 Service and Repair Manual: Heater Control Unit