Kia Optima: Rear Bumper. Repair procedures
Replacement
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Use a plastic panel removal
tool to remove interior trim pieces to protect from marring the
surface. |
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Put on gloves to protect
your hands. |
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Take care not to bend
or scratch the cover and other parts. |
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Remove the trunk trim. (Refer
to the BD group - "Trunk Trim")
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Disconnect the connector (B),
and then loosen the rear combination lamp mounting nuts. |
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Remove the rear combination lamp
(A).
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After loosening the rear bumper
side's mounting clips and screw, then disconnect the side's.
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Loosen the trunk inner mounting
bolts.
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Push on hook
in the trunk as below arrow. |
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Loosen the mounting bolts.
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Disconnect the rear bumper main
connector (A).
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After loosening the mounting
screw and clip, then remove the rear bumper cover (A).
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Installation is the reverse of
removal.
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Replace any damaged
clips. |
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Make sure the
connector is plugged in properly. |
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1. Rear bumper cover
2. Rear reflector
3. Rear bumper lower cover
4. Rear bumper energy absorber
5. Wiring harness
6. Rear bumper beam assembly
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See also:
In the Event of Brake Failure
If the service brakes should fail to operate while the vehicle is in motion,
you can make an emergency stop with the parking brake. The stopping distance, however,
will be much greater than normal ...
Turn Signals
The ignition switch must be on for the turn signals to function. To turn on the
turn signals, move the lever up or down. Green arrow indicators on the instrument
panel indicate which turn signal ...
Inside rearview mirror
Adjust the rearview mirror so that the center view through the rear window is
seen. Make this adjustment before you start driving.
WARNING - Rear visibility
Do not place objects in the rear seat ...
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