Kia Optima: Aluminum Wheel Maintenance
The aluminum wheels are coated with a clear protective finish.
- Do not use any abrasive cleaner, polishing compound, solvent, or wire brushes on aluminum wheels. They may scratch or damage the finish.
- Use only a mild soap or neutral detergent, and rinse thoroughly with water. Also, be sure to clean the wheels after driving on salted roads. This helps prevent corrosion.
- Avoid washing the wheels with high-speed car wash brushes.
Underbody Maintenance
Corrosive materials used for ice and snow removal and dust control may collect
on the underbody. If these materials are not removed, accelerated rusting can occur
on underbody parts such as the fu ...
Interior Care
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See also:
Power Door Lock Actuators. Repair procedures
Inspection
Front Door Lock Actuator Inspection
1.
Remove the front door trim.
(Refer to the BD group - "Front door")
2.
Remove the front door module.
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Battery
Sensor. Description and Operation
Description
Vehicles have many control units that use more electricity.
These units control their own system based on information from diverse sensors.
It is important to have a stable power su ...
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Problem Symptoms Table
Before replacing or repairing air conditioning components, first determine if the
malfunction is due to the refrigerant charge, air flow or compr ...