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2006-2010 KIA OPTIMA

2.7L V6FWDAUTOMATICgas
9 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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C0075moderate severityChassis

Longitudinal Acceleration Sensor Circuit

on 2006-2010 Kia Optima 2.7L V6 · FWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the longitudinal acceleration sensor, which measures forward and rearward G-forces.

Symptoms

  • Stability control warning
  • ESC braking intervention incorrect
  • Hill-start assist may malfunction
  • Traction control affected

Common causes

  • Faulty longitudinal G sensor
  • Wiring damage
  • Connector corrosion
  • Sensor mounting loose

Diagnostic steps

  1. Read sensor data at standstill on level ground
  2. Inspect wiring and connector
  3. Check sensor mounting
  4. Perform calibration procedure
  5. Compare readings during acceleration and braking

Repair notes

Calibrate sensor. Replace if output is out of specification.

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