2018 Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid EXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the steering wheel assembly.

    (Refer to Steering System - "STEERING WHEEL ")

  3. Remove the paddle shift switch (A) after loosening the mounting screws.

    [LH] 

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    [RH] 

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  4. Disconnect the paddle shift switch connector (A).

    [LH] 

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    [RH] 

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  5. Remove the screws from the steering back cover (A).
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  6. Disconnect the steering remote control connector (A).

    [LH] 

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    [RH] 

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  7. Remove the steering remote control assembly (A) after loosening the mounting screws.
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  8. Remove the steering remote control (A) after loosening the mounting screws.

    [LH] 

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[RH] 

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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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