Kia Optima: Light bulbs / Stop and tail lamp (LED type) bulb replacement


If the stop and tail lamp (LED) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by
an authorized Kia dealer.
The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a single component because it is an integrated
unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced with the unit.
A skilled technician should check or repair stop and tail lamp (LED), for it
may damage related parts of the vehicle.
1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Open the service cover.
3. Remove the nuts from the vehicle.
4. Disconnect the rear combination lamp connector.
5. Remove the rear combination lamp assembly from ...
1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Loosen the retaining screw of the trunk lid cover and then remove the cover.
3. Remove the nuts from the vehicle.
4. Disconnect the rear combination lamp (inside) ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Components
1. Lumbar support motor
2. Reclining motor
3. Front height motor
4. Rear height motor
5. Slide motor
Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Disconnect the negative batt ...
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
2.
Loosen the bolt and nut (A) and then disconnect the rear stabilizer link
from the rear lower arm.
Tightening torque :
58.8 - 68.6 N.m (6.0 - 7.0 kgf. ...