Kia Optima: Before Starting - Tips on Driving Your Vehicle - Driving Tips - Kia Optima MS/Magentis 2000-2005 Owners ManualKia Optima: Before Starting

For safe operation, be sure you are familiar with your vehicle and its equipment.

WARNING - Driving Under the Inluence of Alcohol or Drugs WARNING - Driving Under the Inluence of Alcohol or Drugs

Drinking and driving is dangerous. Drunk driving is the number one contributor to the highway death toll each year. Even a small amount of alcohol will affect your reflexes, perceptions and judgement. You are much more likely to have a serious if ou drink and drive.

If you are drinking or taking drugs, don’t drive. Do not ride with a driver who has been drinking or taking drugs. Choose a designated driver or call a cab.

Driving while under the influence of drugs is as dangerous or more dangerous than driving drunk.

Necessary Inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine coolant, brake/clutch fluid, and washer fluid should be checked on a regular basis, with the exact interval depending on the fluid. Further details are pro ...

Suggestions for Economical Operation
Your vehicle’s fuel economy depends mainly on your style of driving, where you drive and when you drive. Each of these factors affects how many miles (kilometers) you can get from a gallon (lit ...

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Fuses
A vehicle’s electrical system is protected from electrical overload damage by fuses. This vehicle has two fuse panels, one located in the driver’s side kick panel, the other in the engine c ...

Transaxle Ranges
P (Park) Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P. This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into ...

To set cruise control speed
1. Press the CRUISE ON-OFF button on the steering wheel to turn the system on. The CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed, which must ...

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