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How to change front windshield wipers on KIA Optima / K5 Sportswagon (JF) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Wiper blade : 12 month
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 2.0 CVVL, KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 2.0 T-GDi, KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 1.7 CRDi, KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 2.0 GDI Hybrid, KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 2.0 T-GDi GT, KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 1.6 T-GDI, KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 1.6 CRDi, KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 1.7 CRDi … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 2.0 CVVL, KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 2.0 T-GDi, KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 1.7 CRDi, KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 2.0 GDI Hybrid, KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 2.0 T-GDi GT, KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 1.6 T-GDI, KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 1.6 CRDi, KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon 1.7 CRDi … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Wiper Blades for OPTIMA Sportswagon and other KIA models
Wiper blade
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Replacement: windshield wipers – KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon. 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 Sportswagon – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Prepare the new windscreen wipers.
- Step 2Pull the wiper arm away from the glass surface until it stops.
- Step 3Press the clip.
- Step 4Remove the blade from the wiper arm.Replacement: windshield wipers – KIA OPTIMA Sportswagon. Professionals recommend:When replacing the wiper blade, take caution to prevent the spring-loaded wiper arm from hitting the glass.
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