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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2011OPTIMA L4-2.0L TURBOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRELAYS AND MODULESRELAYS AND MODULES - LIGHTING AND HORNSHEADLAMP ALIGNMENT CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
2011 Kia Optima L4-2.0L Turbo
Headlamp Alignment Control Module: Service and Repair
2011 Kia Optima L4-2.0L TurboSECTION Service and Repair
Inspection
1. Ignition "ON".
2. Turn on the head lamp switch.
3. Check for operation. If the aim of the head lamps changes smoothly when the head lamp leveling switch is turned.
4. If the operation does not work well, inspect the connector and terminals to be sure they are all making good contact.
If the terminals are bent, loose or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the system.
If the terminals look OK, go to step 5.
5. Substitute with a known-good head lamp assembly and check for proper operation.
Removal
1. Remove the head lamp leveling unit connector (A).
2. Loosen the mounting bolts (3EA) of automatic head lamp leveling unit assembly.
Tighting torque :
6.86±1.96 Nm (0.7±0.2 kgf.m, 5.06±1.44 lbf.ft)
3. Remove the head lamp leveling unit assembly.
Installation
1. Install the head lamp leveling unit.
2. Reconnect the head lamp leveling unit connector.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.