Kia Optima Hybrid Owner's Manual Quiz
Drive Shaft and Axle

Special Service Tools

In this manual: Drive Shaft and Axle
General Information — 4Engine Mechanical System — 50Engine Electrical System — 20Emission Control System — 30Engine Control System/Fuel System — 84Automatic Transmission — 98Drive Shaft and Axle — 15Suspension System — 36Steering — 12Restraints — 50Brake System — 38Body (Interior and Exterior) — 54Body Electrical System — 233Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 57
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Special Service Tools

Tool Name/Number Illustration Description
Installer Group
09495 - 39100
Hook-type boot installation.
Installer Group
09495 - 3K000
Installation of Ear Band
Lower Arm Ball Joint Remover
0K545-A9100
Removal of Front Lower Arm from Front Axle

Personal Protective Equipment

Name Illustration Description
Insulated Gloves
Used when inspecting or working on high voltage components
[Insulation performance: 1000 V / 300 A or higher]
Insulated Shoes
Used when inspecting or working on high voltage components
Insulated Clothing
Insulated Helmet
Safety Glasses
Used in the following cases
• Sparks may occur during removal, installation or inspection of high voltage battery terminals or wiring.
• When working on the high voltage battery pack.
Face Shield
Insulated Mat
Place removed high voltage components on an insulated mat to prevent accidents.
Insulating Sheet
Cover high voltage components with an insulating sheet to prevent people who do not wear personal protective equipment from causing accidents.

Test yourself

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