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Jack up | Raise a Kia Securely

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Posted onOct 17, 2021Oct 24, 2022 Updated onOct 24, 2022
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How can I properly raise/jack up my Kia? Follow the procedures below to learn how to raise your Kia vehicle properly.

Table of Contents
  1. What you will need
  2. Procedure

What you will need

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  • Jack stands
  • Jack (Scissor or accordion)

Procedure

  1. Park the vehicle on level ground.Parking the Kia Optima on a flat-ground level.
  2. Set the parking brake and put wheel chocks or a block on the rear wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving forward and backward.
  3. There are four jack points on the vehicle. The two jack points on the front are located behind the front wheel and under the passenger or driver’s door.
    The other two are at the back wheel and under the rear door.Jack point on the front of the 2016-2020 Kia Optima.Jack point on the front of the 2016-2020 Kia Optima.
  4. Jack the vehicle onto the jack points using a floor, scissor, or accordion jack.Jacking up the Kia Optima 2016-2020.
  5. Support the vehicle with jack stands. Put the jack stands on the cross-member or frame of the vehicle.Support the vehicle with jack stands.

We hope you find the Jack up | Raise a Kia Securely guide helpful. Check these troubleshooting and repair guides for more help on your Kia.

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  • Rushit Hila • ASE Certified
    Rushit Hila • ASE Certified

    Rushit Hila, an ASE-certified engineer (G1 Automotive Maintenance and Repair), brings over two decades of hands-on experience in the automotive world to his writing. With a strong educational background, including a Master of Science in Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, he has honed his skills and expertise through years of practical work. As a respected authority in the field, Mr. Hila is dedicated to offering insightful and valuable content that resonates with both vehicle owners and mechanics.

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