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This subsection is strictly devoted to discussions regarding Kia Optima Performance tuning, upgrades, and builds. All other general engine discussions should be in the Optima Engine and Technical section.
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[ALL] : Sticky Engine Failures - Share Your Experience
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Sticky Steering Mode Discussion - **Dealer Change Only**
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[ALL] : Sticky THE Oil Discussion Thread
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Sticky Engine "Simulator"
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[ALL] : Sticky Exhaust Videos (feel free to add)
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Part Identification (Odd underbody deflector/air dam things)
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2.4 liter power plant
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Engine went KABOOM!
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Knocking sound when breaking
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Pop noise coming from steering column (left & right)
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Map Sensor code
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Electrical Intake Cooling?
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Thermal Protection against Heat Soak...
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Cricket-like sound from the fan at lower speeds
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Oil change.
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2.4L Turbo kid
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[EX] : 2.4L Engine Mods Worth It?
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Engine whine... Need input
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Another Kia shutting off while driving
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Headlamp Beam Pattern Optimization
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Are air intakes worth it?
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Modified Ignition
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2.4L conversion to 2.0 T?
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2016 1.6T First time tune up 92k miles
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I've searched but nothing recent... CV Axle
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