Kia Optima: Hood / Hood Lift
Repair procedures
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Removing or installing the hood lifter requires an assistant.
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When removing the hood lifter, first remove the lower part and
then upper part.
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Using a screwdriver, lift the socket clips (A) up slightly on both ends
of the lifter (B), and then remove the lifter from the bracket.

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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Remove the hood seal weatherstrip (A) and then remove the clip from the
panel.
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Hood latch release handle
Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Usin ...
Other information:
Specifications
Specification
Item
Specification
Power supply
12 V
Operation voltage
9 - 16 V
Installation angle
Horizontal
0 ± 0.8°
Vertica ...
Repair procedures
Removal
Front Fog Lamp
1.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
2.
Remove the front bumper assembly.
(Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Assembly")
3.
Remove the front fog lamp assembly (A) by ...