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Does anybody know if the 2015 style optima steering wheels w/ paddle shifters fit on the 11-13 optimas? If so is it a direct plug and play? Do all controls on the steering wheel work as well as the paddle shifters? I currently have the OEM heated steering wheel but I want to add paddle shifters...

I’ve been curios for a while now what the difference between the optima EX and EXL (Luxery) is. I can’t find any info on forums or websites that list what’s different between the two models. When I purchase car parts from different websites once in a while I’ll see them ask if it’s just a EX or...

Hey guys Happy New Year's, I have a 2013 Kia Optima and I'm having problems with it. The vehicle starts and it can drive but only if I'm cruising. Once I start to accelerate and hold down the gas it's not long before the vehicle stalls and turns off. If I try to start it again it turns on. I've...

What did I do wrong? I have a 2016 Kia optima hybrid, and I raised the front up to change the headlights and also the oil. I left the car up over night and in the the morning I started it before proceeding to do the maintenance. I did everything I only touched what was required when I put the...

Hi guys! I’m a new member. I bought a Kia Optima EX TURBO 2013, 1year ago from a Friend. The car have 127 000Km. Last week the car lost alot power. I can’t barely go over 100km/h. if i press the gas to the floor, the car rev but does not accelerate at all. I need to press gently on the gas...

I have a 2016 Kia optima SX 2.0 T. I have had the issue before where I would be going down the road and Air would just stop circulating. Whether it was on AC or Heat there was no airflow. Most of the time after a couple of days it would come back on. It just happened again and I am tired of it...

Hi All! I recently totaled my 2014 Kia Optima SX Turbo (red) It's been a great 9 years, I loved this car, & aside from the recent damage the car was in great shape. All parts are open for sale with exception to - Engine/Chassis components Forward of the front wheels -Steering wheel I'm open...

First of all, I am new to the forum, so thanks to anyone who replies or helps out! I am looking for a stage 1 tune for my 2017 Kia Optima SXL without breaking the bank, but also still being a reliable tune. Any suggestions?

Hi All, I have a 2015 Kia Optima sxl turbo and I’m looking to put a body kit on it preferably a front bumper kit, does anyone have any suggestions or know of any links I can search for body kits at?

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...

Hey everyone, I hope you all are well! I am trying to figure out exactly how I can remove my center console armrest on a 2017 Kia Optima lx since it has no physical screws to remove. When I lift the lid there are no screws to remove, and I am hoping I don’t have to take the whole center console...

I recently had 4 new continental DSW’s mounted / balanced and an alignment done on my ‘13 optima The guy let me know he did the alignment as good as he could but there were some issues and he supposedly couldn’t get it “perfect” Can you guys take a look at the printout and let me know what...

Hello! I have a 2014 Kia Optima 2.4L, I just recently replaced the fuel sending unit because it wouldn’t read my fuel tank correctly, light always flashing and check engine light kept coming on. So, after I changed it, I noticed the fuel gauge just stayed on FULL, and the “miles to empty” keeps...

So i purchased a valve cover and valve cover gasket for my grandmas kia optima 2012 ex 2.4 and i check the valve cover that i got and see now hole for the high pressure fuel pump. And then i later found out that i ordered the one for korean cars. My question is will the korean valve cover gasket...

My kia optima suddenly died on the highway. After a **** of a time getting it towed and to the dealer now start the wait for Corp Kia to approve a fix. I know this has been discussed many times. But i want to know how your experience have been with Gen 3 Kia repairs in 2021.

Currently have the stock wheels on my Silver 2013 Kia Optima, no idea at all where to buy rims or which ones to get so looking for any recommendations! Tire size is 205 65/r16. Thanks!

I turned my car on and my radio sounds level is low but when I try to lower or raise the volume it doesn't change? Does this mean I blew my speakers? I was listening to music and driving and the volume was working fine but then I turned off my car, ran some errands, came back, turned it on and...

Hello, I have a Kia Optima from 2012, 1.7 CRDI engine, with automatic transmission and I don't know what oil to use, nor how many liters I need. Can someone help me? Thank you in advance !

So I have a 2016 and am installing aftermarket subs and amp. 2 jl audio 12's and an old school Sony XPLOD, 1200 WATT 1 channel amp. I have battery cable from power on amp to the in line fuse box, out on other side of in line fuse box and connected at the positive battery terminal. I have the...

I recently tracked down a spare tire with jack and tools for my 2019 Kia Optima. The seller is selling it without the foam organizer insert that normally comes with an new oem kit. Does the foam insert provide any type of structural support for the standard trunk mat? Or is it purely just there...