Engine Mechanical System

Balance Shaft and Oil Pump Components and Component Locations

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Components

1. Balance Shaft and Oil Pump Assembly
2. Balance Shaft Chain Tensioner
3. Balance Shaft Chain
4. Balance Shaft Chain Sprocket
5. Balance Shaft Chain Guide
6. Balance Shaft Chain Tensioner Arm
7. Oil Cooler
8. Oil Filter

Test yourself

A quick Kia Optima Hybrid Owner's Manual quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.