Kia Optima: Rear Door / Rear Door Latch
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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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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Remove the rear door module.
(Refer to Rear Door - "Rear Door Module")
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Remove the rear door outside handle.
(Refer to Rear Door - "Rear Door Outside Handle")
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Loosen the rear door outside handle base mounting bolt (A).
Tightening torque :
4.9 - 5.9 N·m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf·m, 2.9 - 4.3 lb·ft, 34.7 - 52.1
lb·in)
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Loosen the rear door latch mounting screws (A).
Tightening torque :
6.9 - 10.8 N·m (0.7 - 1.1 kgf·m, 5.0 - 8.0 lb·ft, 60.8 - 95.5
lb·in)
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Remove the rear door latch assembly (A).

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Open the cover to remove the rear door outside handle base by pressing
the locking pin (A).

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Loosen the load (A) and remove the rear door outside handle base.

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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Make sure the connector is connected properly.
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Make sure the door locks / unlocks and opens / closes
properly.
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Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
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Repair procedures
Replacement
[Rear door side weatherstrip]
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Loosen the rear door checker (B) mounting bolt.
Tightening torque :
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Other information:
Specifications
Specification
Temperature
Resistance (kΩ)
°C
°F
45
113
244.8 - 281.4
55
131
162.5 - 186.5
60
140
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Specifications
Specification
Item
Specification
Control type
ON/OFF
Voltage (V)
9 - 16
Control pressure kpa (kgf/cm², psi)
0 - 490.33 (0 - 5.0, 0 - 71.12)
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