Kia Optima: Applying the parking brake
Foot type
To engage the parking brake, first apply the foot brake and then depress the parking brake pedal down as far as possible.
Hand type
To engage the parking brake, first apply the foot brake and then pull up the parking brake lever as far as possible.
In addition it is recommended that when parking the vehicle on a incline, the shift lever should be in a low gear on manual transaxle vehicles or in the P (Park) position on automatic transaxle vehicles.
CAUTION
- Driving with the parking brake applied will cause excessive brake pad and brake rotor wear.
- Do not operate the parking brake while the vehicle is moving except in an emergency situation. It could damage the vehicle system and make endanger driving safety.
Parking brake
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Releasing the parking brake
Foot type
To release the parking brake, depress the parking brake pedal a second time while
applying the foot brake. The pedal will automatically extend to the fully released
position.
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Rear wheel alignment
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Intake Air Temperature Sensor (IATS). Specifications
Specification
Temperature
Resistance (kΩ)
°C
°F
-40
-40
40.93 ~ 48.35
-20
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Outside Rearview Mirrors Electric Remote Control
The electric remote control mirror switch, located on the left side of the instrument
panel on the drivers door, allows you to adjust the position of the left and right
outside rearview mirrors. ...