Kia Optima: Front Bumper / Radiator Grill
Components and components location
Repair procedures
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective
tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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Remove the front bumper assembly.
(Refer to Front Bumper - "Front Bumper Assembly")
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Separate the front bumper wiring (A).
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Remove the front bumper energy absorber (B).
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Loosen the mounting screws and remove the front bumper upper cover (A).
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Be careful not to break it when removing it.
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Loosen the mounting screws and remove the radiator grill (A).
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Be careful not to break it when removing it.
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Front bumper assembly
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Front bumper beam assembly
Repair procedures
Replacement
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Other information:
Components and components location
Components
1. Wheel side joint assembly
2. Wheel side circlip
3. Wheel side boot band
4. Wheel side boot
5. Shaft
6. Transaxle side boot band
7. Transaxle side boot
8. Spider assembly
9. Snap rin ...
Repair procedures
Inspection
Washer Motor
1.
With the washer motor connected to the reservoir tank, fill the reservoir
tank with water.
Before filling the reservoir tank ...
Front Bumper Assembly
Front Bumper Beam Assembly