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  1. Hybrids
    Hello! I have searched around without finding any answers - even though many seem to have similar problems for other models. What happened was: I was taking my car to the dealer for a service and service recall for check on potential vibration issues two weeks ago. I think that my car must have...
  2. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    Hello I have an Optima hybrid 2012. We replaced the electric motor, but the car does not work. When I shift into D it says hybrid system error. The problem is supposed to be in the positioning of the RPM sensor. The sensor has the possibility of really minimal movement and needs to be adjusted...
  3. Hybrids
    Hi. My name is Triana and I have a Kia Optima hybrid of the year 2019. I was wondering what mods are available for this platform. Thanks.:)
  4. 4th Generation Optima (2016 - 2020)
    (2016 optima hybrid) So this started a few months ago I was on a road trip going up a steep hill and the oil light came on. (No loss in power). Pulled over checked oil kept going. This happened every time I went up a steep grade. Fast forward today, oil light comes on when the car switches from...
  5. Hybrids
    I am a self-fixer novice - please forgive my lack of proper lingo. I suspect my blower resister is going out on my 2013 Optima Hybrid. The blower fan runs sporadically on all settings. The A/C compressor still works, just the fan is temperamental. I went to AutoZone and purchased a new...
  6. 4th Generation Optima (2016 - 2020)
    Hello, My passenger side headlight (low beam) has burnt out and I can't seem to get the darn thing out of its housing. I can get the lid off, I unscrewed and moved the coolant tank so I'd have a bit more room, but I cannot--for the life of me--get the burnt out bulb out of the housing to...
  7. Engine and Technical Discussion
    Hi guys i’m currently at loss with my 2012 Kia Optima hybrid I recently purchased it back in November with 113,400k miles on it im not sure if this is even relevant but around december with 113,700k miles on it now the tensioner pulley belt serpentine belt the whole shebang had to be replaced...
  8. Hybrids
    Hello, I'm looking at purchasing a 2012 Optima Hybrid with 140k miles for about $7k. I'm looking for advice from others who have owned this car. How long are your hybrid batteries lasting? Is 140k miles too much? How many miles have you guys gotten out of your 2012 or similar Hybrids? I really...
  9. 2013 Hybrid LX 160k miles - No aftermarket mods (yet)

    Had it since it was new... love this car!!! Has a lot of torque and can cruise on a flat road up to ~73 mph in electric only mode. Averaging 40-42 mpg with the original 16" rims and I drive like there's an egg between my foot and the accelerator pedal. With the 18's and normal driving, about...
  10. Wheels, Tires and Suspension
    Hey all - I live in Pennsylvania and bought my car there brand new, even though it say's I'm from Canada, I just registered while up here in Canada for the week. This is something I been meaning to ask for years but just finally found the time to register and post.... So - my '13 hybrid lx (the...
  11. Engine and Technical Discussion
    Hello! I have a 2011 Optima Hybrid. A week or so ago the brake light came on and the vehicle started braking every 15 seconds or so without me touching the pedal. I had the car towed to the dealership, and they've quoted $11k to replace the ABS system ($6k of parts). This seems a bit steep, even...
  12. New Member Introductions
    Hi, I'm Khani and I drive a 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid EX. I have been a member for almost a year, however, this is my first time posting. To be honest, I'm not entirely sure how to use this site, but I ended up browsing on here because my vehicle is currently in the body shop for repairs and I miss...
  13. The Service Center
    Hello! I've bought a used Kia Optima 2014 Hybrid, 2.5 years ago. According to mechanics, it was in prime condition, 14K miles on the odometer. I did not have any troubles with it until recently. There are two noises that concern me and if you had such experience or have an expertise that...
  14. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    I’m tired of my plain Tail lights and have been interested in possibly getting a set of the hybrid model LED Tail lights. Would these fit on my Kia? I saw someone was selling a set a while back and I was like DAMMIT!!! Found some Used ones on EBay though. I can’t afford a new set for 800 😔...
  15. Hybrids
    I have a 2012 Hybrid EX and I just leaped over the 180K miles mark. My car "knock on wood" is running flawlessly. I purchased this vehicle used 3.5 years ago at 82K miles. I travel about 100 - 150 miles a day for work. I am currently getting about 32 MPG highway miles. I remember getting about...
  16. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    My optima hybrid has about 130k miles on it and works perfectly except for this one odd issue that I nor the dealer can figure out. Every so ofter (about once a month), the car will for no reason act as if the 12v is totally dead. However, I do not believe that this is the case. My jumper box...
  17. DIY : Audio, Navigation, And Electronics
    I recently bought a 2012 optima hybrid from a dealer and I'd like to know if my car has an infinity sound system so I can know what to get when I upgrade the stereo; how can I tell if it has an infinity sound system? Thanks!
  18. The Service Center
    I'm looking for the tightening sequence and torque specs for my '13 Hybrid. It's the 2.4L Theta II engine. I believe it's the same as the non-hybrid models. I searched here and elsewhere online to no avail. Thanks in advance. Sent from my LGUS997 using Tapatalk
  19. Hybrids
    Car lights come on with bell and brakes go to the floor. Have to try to come to a stop with the grinding noise shut down car, restart and goes away. Comes back occasionally others have had this issue with one confirmed accident
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