Kia Optima: Air Conditioning System / Condenser
Components and components location
Repair procedures
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Check the condenser fins for clogging and damage. If clogged, clean them
with water, and blow them with compressed air. If bent, gently bend them
using a screwdriver or pliers.
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2. |
Check the condenser connections for leakage, and repair or replace it,
if required.
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Recover the refrigerant with a recovery / recycling / charging station.
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2. |
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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3. |
Remove the front bumper assembly.
(Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Assembly")
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4. |
Loosen the mounting nut, remove the suction line (A) and discharge line
(B).
Tightening torque :
8.8 - 13.7 N.m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 - 10.1 Ib-ft)
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5. |
Disconnect the smart cruise control unit connector (A) and ambient temperature
sensor connector (B).
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6. |
After loosening the mounting bolt and screws, remove the cooling module
air guard (A).
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7. |
Press the lock pin and remove the condenser assembly (A) from radiator
assembly.
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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If you're installing a new condenser, add refrigerant
oil.
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Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting, and
apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before installing them.
Be sure to use the right O-rings for R-134a, R-1234yf to
avoid leakage.
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Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser fins
when installing the condenser.
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Charge the system, and test its performance.
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Description and operation
Description
The compressor is the power unit of the A/C system.
It is located on the side of engine block and driven by a V-belt of the engine.
The compres ...
Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Remove the condenser.
2.
Remove the cap (A) on the bottom of the condenser with a L wrench.
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Other information:
Description and operation
Description
Automatic transaxle control system relies on various measurements to determine
the current control status and determine the necessary compensation values. These
values are used to control the actuators and achieve the desired control output.
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Specifications
Specification
Item
Specification
Capacitance (pF)
850 - 1,150
Description and operation
Description
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Knocking is a condition characterized by undesirable vibration and noi ...