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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See also:
Installation
1.
Install the high mounted stop
lamp to the rear package tray.
2.
Install the rear package tray
trim.
3.
Install the rear seat.
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Identification Number Description. Vehicle Identification Number
1.
World Manufacturer Identifier
(WMI)- KNA (Korea) : Passenger vehicle, MPV(Multipurpose
Passenger Vehicle)/SUV(Sports Utility Vehicle)/RV(Recreational Vehicle)
- 5XX (U. ...
Specifications
Specifications
Items
Specifications
Rated voltage
DC 12V
Operating temperature range
-30°C ~ +80°C (-22 ~ +176°F)
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