Kia Optima: Body (Interior and Exterior) / Fender
Components and components location

Repair procedures
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When removing the fender, wrap protective tape around a screwdriver
or remover not to damage components.
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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1. |
Remove the front bumper assembly.
(Refer to Front Bumper - "Front Bumper Assembly")
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2. |
Remove the head lamps.
(Refer to Body Electrical System - "Headlamps")
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Remove the side seal molding.
(Refer to Body Side Molding - "Side Sill Molding")
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Remove the front wheel guard.
(Refer to Body Side Molding - "Front Wheel Guard")
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Loosen the mounting screws and remove the front bumper side mounting
bracket (A).

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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)
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7. |
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
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Service data
Service Data
Items
Specification
Hood
Type
Rear hinged, gas lifter type
Front Door
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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.
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Other information:
The temperature will increase to the maximum (HI) by turning the knob to the
extreme right.
The temperature will decrease to the minimum (Lo) by turning the knob to the
extreme left.
When turning the knob, the temperature will increase or decrease by 0.5°C/1°F.
When set to the lowest tem ...
Repair procedures
Removal
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To remove the rear glass, use the tools shown in the following
figure:
[Tools Composition]
① Square wire
② Insert-type wire ...