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  1. DIY Projects
    So i have this idea of wanting to wire on led strips like one of the diy(ers) on here, but the issue is my lx has no wiring or anything for a trunk light. It has the spot where it goes but no housing, or wiring harness in the rear deck, so i was wondering, where can i tap the positive and...
  2. Entertainment: Audio, Navigation, and Electronics
    Hi gang, I just bought my 2014 SX and love it. I have a question about the tiny little light that seems to be always on (at least in my car) where the map lights are. I can't even find a reference to it unless they're calling it a "room lamp" in the manual. At night it provides a bit of ambient...
  3. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    does anybody know where i wire them to?
  4. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    Hey guys, I need to replace the overhead lamp assembly on my 2012 Optima SX. This is actually the second one I've had to replace (first one was under the 60k bumper-to-bumper warranty). The switch to control when the dome lights turn on has gone defective. From my research this one appears to...
  5. 4th Generation Optima (2016 - 2020)
    Received my LED kit from K5 OS today. Installed the reverse, license, rear dome light, glove box. Having trouble with the map dome. Been researching I am not finding anything on it. The manual states to bring it to a KIA dealer. Anyone with any experience removing the lens for a 16 SX no...
  6. DIY : Appearance And Body Modifications
    This Guide is to help you with your installation of the OLM Fog Light High Beam HarnessThis install comes with two caveats: 1. This mod will NOT allow you to use your fog lamps independently of all other electrical systems, they will still only go live if the headlamps are engaged. 2. This mod...
  7. The Service Center
    After installing the UNAVI system in my wife's car above, I have lost the headlamp on/fog light on instrument cluster indicator lamps. Have also lost the red backlights on all the steering wheel buttons. I CANNOT find a burnt fuse for this issue nor can I find an OBD II code for this issue...
  8. Entertainment: Audio, Navigation, and Electronics
    Hi all, Hoping I have posted this in the right section, but if not, could a mod please move? :) Ok so, first off, I ABSOLUTELY LOVE this car. I've only had it almost a month and I am finding myself enjoying this car more and more with each passing day. However, I'm not sure about the rest of...
  9. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    I had to recently replaced the passenger headlight HID assembly on my 11 SX (because of a minor accident in which the lens was cracked). The replaced assembly is used but in perfect condition. Problem is the bulb holder on the used unit for the turn-signal and parking light bulb will ONLY hold a...
  10. DIY Projects
    hey guys, i honestly dont know what this part of my car is called.. i think its front headlight lamp side reflector. my driver side is okay, but other side of the orange part(?) or the light( not the bottom on, i talking about the top part where it looks like a tear?) is out. is it easy to...
  11. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Ok.. so really simple.. does anyone have any knowledge on if I can replace my 2014SX Fog lights with the OEM QUAD LED fog lamp found on the SX limited. I found a few for sale on ebay out of Korea that say they will fit, however im not sure. Has anyone made this change? The QUAD LED is...
  12. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    Has anyone tried to install these or know of anyone with them? DRL LED Day Light Dual Projection Head Lamp Fits 2011 2014 Kia Optima K5 | eBay If these fit and work, I'd rather get these than to modify my bumper for DRLs.
  13. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Ok guys I SWEAR I have searched around, but alas I couldn't find anything. I got some side reflector modules and they seemed easy enough to install, however now that I got them they look like the photo below. I talked to the seller (kspeed) quite a bit and did my research and they told me they...
  14. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    I received a letter in the mail for a recall on my brake lamp switch. Something about it failing and not illuminating the brake lights. Finally getting around to taking it to the dealership today. Unfortunately, I have to leave it there overnight just so they can work on it as soon as possible...
  15. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Anybody digging this? I'm trying to get the cost of this. Will let you guys know once I have news. Seller is from Malaysia.
  16. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Sup guys, don't know if this has been covered or not but here it it is. 2 minute quickie delete of this nasty parking lamps while retaining the function of turn signals. First off, the bulbs are dual filaments, meaning there is a node for each function. One for constant power on and the...
  17. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    To make a long story short, I hit a deer last week with my 2011 SX. One of the KDM positioning lamp surrounds was damaged and needs to be replaced. I tried to explain to the body shop that my car did not come with those stock, they of course didn't understand because I had done such a good job...
  18. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Newb question here will these: Korean Auto Imports fit my 2013 EX? if not what can I put there? lol please help :)
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