Kia Optima: Chassis / Suspension Ball Joints

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2021 Service and Repair Manual / Maintenance / Chassis / Suspension Ball Joints

Repair procedures

Inspection

1.	Visually check to be sure that there are no flaws and cracks that may cause injury.

Steering Gear Rack, Linkage and Boots

Repair procedures Inspection Steering Wheel Play Inspection 1. Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are facing straight ahead. ...

Suspension Mounting Bolts

Repair procedures Inspection Visually check the loose mount bolt. ...

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Kia Optima DL3 2019-2021 Service and Repair Manual: Parking Brake Pedal Assembly

Repair procedures Removal 1. Release the parking brake. 2. Remove the crash pad lower panel. (Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel") 3. Disconnect the parking brake switch connector (A). ...

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2021 Owner's Manual: Recommended cold tire inflation pressures

All tire pressures (including the spare) should be checked when the tires are cold. “Cold Tires” means the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1.6 km (1 mile). Recommended pressures must be maintained for the best ride, top vehicle handling, and minimu ...