Kia Optima: Chassis / Tire (pressure & tread wear)
Repair procedures
| Inspection |
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Check the tire pressure. Tire Pressure
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Tire Rotation
Checking For Pull And Wander
If the steering pulls to one side, rotate the tires according to the following wheel rotation procedure.
| 1. |
Rotate the front right and front left tires, and perform a road test in order to confirm vehicle stability.
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| 2. |
If the steering pulls to the opposite side, rotate the front and rear tires, and perform a road test again.
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| 3. |
If the steering continues to pull to one side, rotate the front right and left tires again, and perform a road test.
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| 4. |
If the steering continues to pull to the opposite side, replace the front wheels with new ones.
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Tire Wear
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| 1. |
Measure the tread depth of the tires.
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| 2. |
If the remaining tread depth (A) is less than the limit, replace the tire.
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Suspension Mounting Bolts
Repair procedures
Inspection
Visually check the loose mount bolt. ...
Air Conditioner Refrigerant/Compressor
Repair procedures
Refrigerant System Service
Basics (R-134a)
Refrigerant Recovery
Use only service equipment that is U.L-listed and is certified to meet the requirements
of SAE ...
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Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Service and Repair Manual: Drive Belt
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