Kia Optima DL3: Rear Door / Rear Door Outside Handle

Components and components location

Component Location

1. Rear door outside handle


Repair procedures

Replacement
  

When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.

Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.

1.

Remove the plug hole, loosen the mounting bolt and remove the rear door outside handle (A).

Tightening torque :

6.9 - 10.8 N.m (0.7 - 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 - 8.0 lb-ft)

2.

To install, reverse removal procedure.

  

Make sure the door locks / unlocks and opens / closes properly.

Be sure to install the outside handle pad (A) between the outside handle and the door panel.

    Repair procedures Replacement 1. Remove the rear door trim. (Refer to Rear Door - "Rear Door Trim") 2.

    Repair procedures Replacement 1. Pull down the rear door window glass to the lowest level by pressing the power window glass switch.

    Other information:

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    Repair procedures Inspection 1. Remove the front seat back. (Refer to Body - "Front Seat Back Cover") 2. Disconnect the connector (A). 3. When the battery power is supplied to the motor connector, check the motor for smooth operation.

    Kia Optima DL3 2019-2026 Service and Repair Manual: Compressor

    Description and operation Description The compressor is the power unit of the A/C system. It is located on the side of engine block and driven by a V-belt of the engine. The compressor changes low pressure and low temperature refrigerant gas into high pressure and high temperature refrigerant gas.

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