Kia Optima: Body (Interior and Exterior) / Fender
Components and components location
Repair procedures
• |
When removing the fender, wrap protective tape around a screwdriver
or remover not to damage components.
|
• |
Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
|
|
1. |
Remove the front bumper assembly.
(Refer to Front Bumper - "Front Bumper Assembly")
|
2. |
Remove the head lamps.
(Refer to Body Electrical System - "Headlamps")
|
3. |
Remove the side seal molding.
(Refer to Body Side Molding - "Side Sill Molding")
|
4. |
Remove the front wheel guard.
(Refer to Body Side Molding - "Front Wheel Guard")
|
5. |
Loosen the mounting screws and remove the front bumper side mounting
bracket (A).
|
6. |
Loosen the mounting bolts and remove the fender panel (A).
Tightening torque :
7.8 - 11.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb-ft)
|
|
7. |
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
|
|
Service data
Service Data
Items
Specification
Hood
Type
Rear hinged, gas lifter type
Front Door
...
Repair procedures
Adjustment
1.
After loosening the hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the hood (B) by moving
it up and down or from side to side and tighten the bolt.
...
Other information:
The following lists are vehicle checks and inspections that should be performed
by the owner or an authorized Kia dealer at the frequencies indicated to help ensure
safe, dependable operation of your vehicle.
Any adverse conditions should be brought to the attention of your dealer as soon
as ...
To fasten your seat belt:
To fasten your seat belt, pull it out of the retractor and insert the metal tab
(1) into the buckle (2). There will be an audible "click" when the tab locks into
the buckle.
The seat belt automatically adjusts to the proper length only after the lap belt
portion ...