Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2015 Kia Optima SXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Lighting System: Specifications: Specification
ITEM SPECIFICATION CHART
| Item | Type | Watt (W) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head lamp | LOW | Bulb (H11B) | 55 |
| Bulb (D1S) | 35 | ||
| High | Bulb (H1) | 55 | |
| Side marker lamp | FRONT | Bulb (W5W) | 5 |
| REAR | Bulb (W5W) | 5 | |
| LED | |||
| Turn signal | FRONT | Bulb (28W) | 28 |
| REAR | Bulb (21 or 27W) | 21 or 27 | |
| Position | FRONT | Bulb (8W) | 8 |
| Fog lamp | FRONT | Bulb (H8) | 35 |
| Tail lamp | REAR (IN) | Bulb (8W) | 8 |
| LED | 0.9 | ||
| REAR (OUT) | Bulb (27/8 or 28/8W) | 8 | |
| LED | 1.6 | ||
| Stop lamp | REAR (IN) | LED | 5.7 |
| REAR (OS) | Bulb (28W) | 28 | |
| LED | 7.8 | ||
| H.M.S.L | LED | LED | |
| Back up | Bulb (16 & 18W) | 16 & 18 | |
| O/Head console | MAP | Bulb (10W) | 10 |
| Room lamp | CTR | Bulb (10W) | 10 |
| REAR | Bulb (10W) | 10 | |
| Side repeater | Bulb (WY5W) | Bulb (WY5W) | |
| LED | LED | ||
| License lamp | Bulb (W5W) | 5 | |
| Luggage lamp | Bulb (C5W) | 5 | |
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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