When to replace the Wiper Blades on your KIA OPTIMA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Wiper blade : 12 month
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
KIA OPTIMA 1.7 CRDi, KIA OPTIMA 2.0 CVVL, KIA OPTIMA 2.0 T-GDi, KIA OPTIMA 2.0 GDI Hybrid, KIA OPTIMA 2.0 GDI Hybrid, KIA OPTIMA 2.4 MPi, KIA OPTIMA 2.4 MPi, KIA OPTIMA 2.0, KIA OPTIMA 1.7 CRDi, KIA OPTIMA 1.6 CRDi, KIA OPTIMA 1.6 T-GDI, KIA OPTIMA 2.0 T-GDi View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Wiper Blades for OPTIMA and other KIA models
Replacement: windshield wipers – KIA OPTIMA. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Always replace front wiper blades together. It will ensure efficient and uniform cleaning of the windshield.
  • Don't confuse the wiper blades of the driver and passenger side.
  • The replacement procedure for both wiper blades is identical.
  • Please note: all work on the car – KIA OPTIMA – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Prepare the new windscreen wipers.
  2. Step 2
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    Pull the wiper arm away from the glass surface until it stops.
  3. Step 3
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    Press the clip.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the blade from the wiper arm.
    Replacement: windshield wipers – KIA OPTIMA. Professionals recommend:
    When replacing the wiper blade, take caution to prevent the spring-loaded wiper arm from hitting the glass.
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