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Kia Optima
The Kia Optima is a mid-size front-wheel drive sedan produced by Kia Motors from 2000 to the present. The car was sold as the Kia Magentis in Europe and Canada in 2002.
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How do you change a ball joint on a Kia Optima?
Begin by removing the tire and wheel from your Kia. Remove the ball joint retaining nuts. Pound the ball joint out with a hammer. Reverse the process to install your new ball joint.
How much torque does the engine in the 2010 Kia Optima have?
The 2010 Kia Optima's engine produces 169 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine light is on in a 2003 Kia Optima?
Could be a problem in the emission control system. Have vehicle scanned to determine the problem
What is the mpg for a 2012 Kia Optima?
MPG stands for Miles Per Gallon. The 2012 Kia Optima comes in a variety of models. Each model has a different MPG. For instance, the Optima with a 2.0 engine gets 22 city miles and 34 highway miles per gallon. The 2012 Optima Hybrid, however, receives 34 city miles and 39 highway miles per gallon.
How do you change a rear rotor on a 2004 Kia Optima?
Usually first you need a jack, a jackstand, a lug wrench, a ratchet set, new pads and new rotors. 1. Loosen the lugnuts. Do not take them all the way off until you have the car supported. 2. Jack up the rear of the car using the manufacturers recommended jack point. 3. The most important step!!!!! Never work on your car when it is on a jack!!! The whole car could fall and not only injure you, but the parts list gets pretty expensive. INSTALL A JACKSTAND! If you don't have one, then use a cinderblock on another jackpoint. Dont use the axel shafts, you WILL bend them and possibly the axel too. 4. Remove the lugnuts from the wheel. 5. Remove the wheel. 6. Locate the caliper assembly. It should look like it's holding the rotor on, it is. There should be 2 bolts that hold the caliper on to the caliper bracket. They are usually pretty large and long. Remove these 2 bolts and the caliper should come out. 7. The rotor should now slide right off the lugstuds. Assembly is the reverse but make sure to replace the pads too. If the caliper won't fit over the rotor again, just press the caliper piston (Inside the caliper it's a large metal circle with a rubber seal on it) until you have enough room to slide the caliper on the rotor. Make sure to break in the rotors as per the manufacurers recomendation. Usually a series of starts and sudden stops, gradually increasing speed . This is very important to keep the rotors from warping.
Should the frame have major rust in a 2001 Kia Optima?
Contact your dealer there is a recall on the Optima Subframe. TSB recall number KT2009041001
How often do you change the spark plugs in 2004 Kia Optima?
Modern cars all use plantium plugs, which will last minimum 100,000kms, so you should change it at this time, unless the car maker's spec give a even longer service life.
Have anyone else had ignition coil issue on a 2004 kia optima?
Yes ive been through 3 coils in 2 years
How do you know when to add antifreeze or coolant to the radiator of a 2003 Kia optima?
For the most part, only old cars (pre 1970s.....) require adding coolant directly to the radiator. Newer vehicles have a "reservoir tank" that can be accessed anytime. If the reservoir is below the Full line (or nearing or below the Low line....) - you can add proper antifreeze/coolant (check your owner's manual) directly to this reservoir tank.
I've included the eHow article which outlines this process too....not to be confused, some owner's manuals MAY require "radiator flushing" - this is the only exception when you would add antifreeze/coolant to the "radiator" itself....and only when the vehicle has not been driven.
Why does your 2006 Kia Optima make a ticking noise?
Well if its sort of like a scratchy noise coming from the engine you might want to get your transmission checked out
Why won't 2003 Kia Optima start after fueling?
purge valve is bad causing fuel vapors from tank to go into intake flooding the engine.
How do you remove the back seat in a Kia Optima?
There are a total of four bolts up under the bottom edge of the seat near the floor, just behind the front two seats. Remove them and lift off the back seat bench. Then you will see the side quarter bolts and have access to them.
System air bound and need to be bled?
Hoses collapsing under pressure?
Radiator plugged or restricted?
Defective radiator cap?
My 2004 Optima has similar problem - I have replaced water pump - radiator hoses - thermostat - radiator cap - fans are working - system is not airbound - did radiator flush. Even purchased an IR thermometer and it is reading that the temperature is not actually getting hotter even though the temp gauge goes from normal to pegging red hot.
Dealer wants to replace the radiator, but as best as I can tell this is an electrical issue. It happens especially if the AC is on. Also - if engine is turned off and back on immediately (less than 10 seconds) it falls from Red HOT to normal. I refuse to go back to a dealer that can't explain/find the problem on their own car.
I've found cleaning your ground wire / negative battery terminal can help. For a more permanent fix I suggest replacing the temp sensor and not buying another KIA.
I have same problem. When a/c compressor is engaged temp gauge climbs,as compressor disengages,temp gauge lowers. It is NOT the radiator! Thermometer put into rad. neck says temp is at 185 at all times. Both fans and all 5 relays tested per factory repair manual,all ok. New thermostat and new temp sensor, new rad cap too.Problem still there! HELP!!
I have the same problem with a 2004 KIA. Took it to the dealer several times and they could not fix it. They even changed the dash panel and screwed up the odometer. KIA's service depts are the worst I have experienced. The last time I took the car in they tried to charge me even though still under warranty. Other mechanics have looked into this problem and have not found the cause. Although the car does not actually overheat the gauge pegs out in the red. Avoid the mistake I made and don't buy a KIA!
What size windshield wipers go on a 2004 Kia Optima?
The 2004 Kia Optima wiper blade sizes are 22" drivers and 20" passenger side wiper blades. See sources and related links below for more information. Since there are over 22 different wiper arm attachments, do not buy wipers just by length only. Be sure to lookup exact wiper blade part numbers by vehicle make, model and year for the brand wiper you decide to purchase. This ensures correct length AND correct attachment.
How much time does it take a professional to change the clutch in a kia optima 2003?
7.4 hours if this is the four cylinder more to turn the flywheel
How many gallons does the gas tank in the 2012 Kia Optima hold?
The gas tank on the 2012 Kia Optima holds 18.5 gal..
How do you replace the air filter in a Kia Optima?
you just replace it. I'm only seven years old how will I answer such a question ?
What type of automatic transmission fluid does a 2005 Kia Sedona van take?
SP-III. This fluid is available at this time only from a KIA, Hyundai or Mitsubishi dealer. It will void your warranty if you use anything else. Castrol makes a foreign car multi and they list is as ok for KIAs, but KIA does not honor that. Do not take a chance, use only Diamond SP III.
How long will a timing belt last on a Kia Optima?
The best bet is to go by the recommended maintenance time in the owners manual. The timing belt could last much longer, but when it breaks there will be no warning. If the engine is known as close tolerance then the engine could be ruined.
Where is the fuel filter located on a 2004 Kia Optima?
in the gas tank you will need to drop your tank to change it No need to drop tank in some cases as stated above, I have a 2004 Kia Optima EX, 2.7L automatic. There is an access cover behind the back seat in the trunk. Another individual I spoke with said his was located under his back seat. This all depends on engine, year, model. I also have a 2004 Optima EX w/ 2.7L and I have replaced the fuel pump to address a high rev hesitation problem. As stated above, there is a hatch in the trunk behind the rear seats - remove it and the top of the tank is exposed where the fuel lines go into the tank and down to the pump. I have yet to find the fuel filter for this car. It may be part of the fuel pump package inside the tank, but I am not sure. I bought a vehicle specific replacement fuel filter from Walmart and it resembled a large "in-line" fuel filter and was definitely was not part of the fuel pump package inside the tank. I have not found it under the hood so its got to be between the firewall and the tank somewhere.
A duplicate ignition key for a Kia 2006 optima?
Visit your local KIA dealer with proof of ownership and Identification. Most dealers can duplicate the original key or cut a key from code obtained from KIA.
How often should you replace the timing belt of your 2004 kia optima 2.0?
Are you sure you have a 2.0 engine in your 2004 Optima? The 2.4 Liter 4 cylinder engine requires the cam belt be replaced at 60,000 miles except in a California certified car, which is replaced at 105,000 miles. WARNING: This is an "Interference" engine, and if the belt breaks severe engine damage will occur.
True that!!!! Yes, it's definutely a 2.4 I am replacing the timing belt at 82000 mi and there are teeth all over the place after removing the timing cover. OMG!!! Talk about timing!!! Change that belt at no later then 60000 mi OR have it done by the dealer or a good shop.
need more info kia what ?
all cars have recalls, ford chevy, dodge and kia.
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The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Thursday that Kia planned to recall a total 35,185 Soul and Sorento units because of wiring problems that could cause fires.
The government agency said Friday that the recall extends to some 2010-2011 Kia Soul and Kia Sorento models manufactured between Sept. 7 2009 and July 30, 2010.
