Kia Optima: 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 check underneath the car to be sure the movement of the front wheels and the steering components is not obstructed.
Don't let your parking brake
freeze
Under some conditions your parking
brake can freeze in the engaged position.
This is most likely to happen when there
is an accumulation of snow or ice around
or near the rear brakes or if the ...
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,
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See also:
Instrument Cluster. Schematic Diagrams
Circuit Diagram
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Remove
1.
Turn ignition OFF and disconnect
the negative (-) battery cable.
2.
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body – “Crash pad”)
3.
Disconnec ...
Inspection
1.
Check for the following items visually.
A.
Cracks or leakage of the canister
B.
Loose connection, distortion, or damage of
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