Kia Optima: Chassis and body


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I- Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary, correct, clean,
refill, adjust or replace.
R- Replace or change
L- Lubricate.
(1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual.
(2) More frequent maintenance is required if driving under dusty conditions.
(3) More frequent maintenance is required if the vehicle is operated under any
of the following conditions:
a. Short-distance driving.
b. Driving on dusty roads.
c. Extensive idling or slow-speed driving in stop-and-go traffic.
(4) If necessary, rotate and balance the wheels.
(5) If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is
recommended. Additives are available from your
authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix
other additives.
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS (T-GDI ENGINE)Installation
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Install the component with the specified
torques.
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Note that internal d ...
Description
The immobilizer system will disable the vehicle unless the proper ignition key is
used. In addition to the currently available anti-theft systems such as car alarms,
the immobilizer system aims to ...
Battery. Description and Operation
Description
1.
The maintenance-free battery is, as the name implies,
totally maintenance free and has no removable battery cell caps.
2.
Water never nee ...