Kia Optima: Climate control air filter
The climate control air filter installed behind the glove box filters the dust or other pollutants that come into the vehicle from the outside through the heating and air conditioning system. If dust or other pollutants accumulate in the filter over a period of time, the air flow from the air vents may decrease, resulting in moisture accumulation on the inside of the windshield even when the outside (fresh) air position is selected. If this happens, have the climate control air filter replaced by an authorized Kia dealer.
✽ NOTICE
- Replace the filter according to the Maintenance Schedule. If the vehicle is being driven in severe conditions such as dusty, rough roads, more frequent climate control air filter inspections and changes are required.
- When the air flow rate suddenly decreases, the system should be checked at an authorized Kia dealer.
System operation
Ventilation
1. Set the mode to the position.
2. Set the air intake control to the outside (fresh) air position. 3. Set the
temperature control to the desired position. 4. Set the fan speed contr ...
Checking the amount of air conditioner refrigerant and compressor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is low, the performance of the air conditioning
is reduced. Overfilling also has a negative influence on the air conditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation ...
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Battery replacement
When replacement is necessary, use the following procedure.
1. Using a screwdriver, loosen the screw on the backside of the transmitter then
use a thin tool to pry open the transmitter.
2. Disas ...
Windshield defrosting and defogging
WARNING - Windshield heating
Do not use the or
position during cooling operation in
extremely humid weather. The difference between the temperature of the outside air
and the windshield could ...
Removal
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Take care not to scratch
the center fascia panel and related parts.
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Eject all the ...