Kia Optima: Intake And Exhaust System / Muffler
Components and components location
| Components |
| 1. Front muffler 2. Catalytic converter & Center muffler assembly 3. Rear muffler |
4. Gasket 5. Hanger |
Repair procedures
| Removal and Installation |
Front Muffler
| 1. |
Disconnect the battery negative terminal. |
| 2. |
Remove the engine cover. (Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Cover") |
| 3. |
Disconnect the oxygen sensor connector (A) and then separate from bracket..
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| 4. |
Remove the front muffler heat protector (A).
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| 5. |
Remove the front muffler.
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| 6. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Catalytic Converter & Center Muffler Assembly
| 1. |
Remove the front muffler heat protector (A).
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| 2. |
Remove the catalytic converter & center muffler assembly.
|
| 3. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Rear Muffler
| 1. |
Remove the rear muffler (A).
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| 2. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Exhaust Manifold
Components and components location
Components
1. Heat protector
2. Exhaust manifold gasket
3. Exhaust manifold
4. Exhaust manifold stay
Repair p ...
Lubrication System
Flow diagram
Engine Oil Schemetics
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Other information:
Kia Optima DL3 2019-2023 Owner's Manual: Smooth cornering, Driving at night
Smooth cornering Avoid braking or gear changing in corners, especially when roads are wet. Ideally, corners should always be taken under gentle acceleration. If you follow these suggestions, tire wear will be held to a minimum. Driving at night Because night driving presents more hazards ...
Kia Optima DL3 2019-2023 Service and Repair Manual: Auto Light Sensor
Schematic diagrams Circuit Diagram Repair procedures Removal 1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal. 2. Remove the photo sensor & auto light sensor (A) by pressing the locking pins. 3. ...
