Kia Optima: Removal
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Removal of the airbag
must be performed according to the precautions/ procedures described
previously. |
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Before disconnecting
the front impact sensor connector, disconnect the front airbag connector(s). |
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Do not turn the ignition
switch ON and do not connect the battery cable while replacing the
front impact sensor. |
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1. |
Disconnect the battery negative
cable, and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work. |
2. |
Remove the air duct (A).

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3. |
Loosen the radiator upper hose
bolt (A).

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4. |
Remove the radiator mounting
bracket (B).

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5. |
Disconnect the front impact sensor
connector (A).

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6. |
Loosen the front impact sensor
mounting nut (B) and remove the front impact sensor. |
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Do not turn the ignition
switch ON and do not contact the battery cable while replacing the
front impact s ...
See also:
Changing the coolant
Have the coolant changed by an authorized
Kia dealer according to the
Maintenance Schedule at the beginning
of this section.
CAUTION
Put a thick cloth or fabric around
the radiator cap befo ...
[CVVT System Mode]
(1) Low Speed / Low Load
(2) Part Load
(3) Low Speed / High Load
(4) High Speed / High Load
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Satellite radio reception
Satellite radio reception You may experience difficulties in receiving SIRIUS®
satellite radio signals in the following situations.
If you are driving in a tunnel or a covered parking area.
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