Kia Optima: Carry emergency equipment
Depending on the severity of the weather you should carry appropriate emergency equipment. Some of the items you may want to carry include tow straps or chains, flashlight, emergency flares, sand, a shovel, jumper cables, a window scraper, gloves, ground cloth, coveralls, a blanket, etc.
Don't let ice and snow accumulate
underneath
Under some conditions, snow and ice
can build up under the fenders and interfere
with the steering. When driving in
severe winter conditions where this may
happen, you should periodically chec ...
See also:
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) Light
This indicator light
is part of the On Board Diagnostic System which monitors various emission control
system components. If this light illuminates while driving, it indicates that a
potential p ...
Component Location Index
Engine Room
1. Receiver Drier
2. Condenser
3. Service Port (High)
4. Service Port (Low)
5. A/C Pressure Transducer
6. Compressor
7. Expansion Val ...
Temperature Control Knob
The temperature control knob is the round knob closest to the passenger side
of the ventilation control panel. To change the air temperature in the passenger
compartment, turn the knob either cloc ...