Pitstop: lower engine service cover bolt locations
Kia technical service bulletin PS616 for 2016-2020 Kia Optima, 2011-2020 Kia Optima Hybrid and 2016-2020 Kia Optima PHEV.
- Bulletin number
- PS616
- Component
- Engine and engine cooling
- Summary
- PITSTOP: LOWER ENGINE SERVICE COVER BOLT LOCATIONS - This Pitstop provides information on the correct bolt location of the lower engine service cover on 2016-2020MY Optima 2.4L and 2.0L equipped vehicles. The lower engine service cover is secured by seven (7) retaining bolts. Installation of the two (2) long bolts in the incorrect location may cause puncture or damage to the oil pan in the event that the vehicle is bottomed out while driving. If the oil pan is damaged or punctured, the engine oil may leak, possibly causing engine damage. This
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