Kia Optima: Inspection
| 1. |
Check the driveshaft boots for
damage and deterioration. |
| 2. |
Check the driveshaft spline for
wear or damage. |
| 3. |
Check that there is no water
or foreign material in the joint. |
| 4. |
Check the spider assembly for
roller rotation, wear or corrosion. |
| 5. |
Check the groove inside the joint
case for wear or corrosion. |
| 6. |
Check the dynamic damper for
damage or cracks. |
1.
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2.
Remove wheel nuts, front wheel
and tire from front hub.
...
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Do not disassemble the
BJ assembly.
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Special grease must be
applied to the d ...
See also:
Instrument Panel Overview
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Windshield Glass. Repair procedures
Replacement
Removal
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Put on gloves to protect
your hands.
•
Use seat covers to avoid ...
Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy traffic or while driving up steep hills, downshift
before the engine starts to “labor’’. Downshifting reduces the chance of stalling
and gives better acceleration ...
Replacement
Disassembly