PS616

GROUP
Engine
NUMBER
PS616
SUBJECT:
MODEL
2016-2020MY
Optima (JF, JFa,
JF P/HEV)
DATE
October 2019
LOWER ENGINE SERVICE COVER BOLT LOCATIONS
This Pitstop provides information on the correct bolt location of the lower engine service cover on 20162020MY Optima 2.4L and 2.0L equipped vehicles. The lower engine service cover is secured by seven
(7) retaining bolts. Installation of the two (2) long bolts in the incorrect location may cause puncture or
damage to the oil pan in the event that the vehicle is bottomed out while driving. If the oil pan is
damaged or punctured, the engine oil may leak, possibly causing engine damage.
When installing the lower engine service cover, ensure that the two (2) long bolts, circled in green, are
installed in the correct location. The remaining five (5) lower engine service cover retaining bolt
locations are circled in red.
The two (2) long bolts
are installed here.
Do not install the
long bolts here.
 NOTICE
Failure to install the lower engine service cover bolts in the correct location may cause
damage to the oil pan, which may result in an oil leak and potentially affect engine operation.
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