Kia Optima: Repair procedures
Inspection
| 1. | After disconnecting the vapor hose from the PCV valve, remove the PCV valve. Visually check for a collapsed vapor hose or hose leaks. |
| 2. | Reconnect the PCV valve to the vapor hose. |
| 3. |
Run the engine at idle, then put a finger over the
open end of the PCV valve and make sure that intake manifold vacuum
can be felt.
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| 4. | If the vacuum is not felt inspect PCV operation, if operating correctly clean or replace the vapor hose. |
Schematic Diagrams
Schematic Diagram
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Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve. Description and Operation
Operation Principle
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Accelerator Position Sensor (APS). Description and Operation
Description
Accelerator Position Sensor (APS) is installed on the accelerator
pedal module and detects the rotation angle of the accelerator pedal. The APS
is one of the most important sensors ...
Seatback angle
To recline the seatback:
1. Lean forward slightly and lift up the seatback recline lever. 2. Carefully
lean back on the seat and adjust the seatback of the seat to the position you desire.
3. R ...
Checking the amount of air conditioner refrigerant and compressor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is low, the performance of the air conditioning
is reduced. Overfilling also has a negative influence on the air conditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation ...