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:
Installation
1.
Install the multimedia jack.
2.
Connect the multimedia jack connector.
3.
Install the console upper cover.
4.
Install the shift lever knob. ...
Interior
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Steering Gear box. Components and Components Location
Components
1. Tie rod end
2. Lock nut
3. Bellows
4. Bellows band
5. Tie rod
6. Rack bar
7. Dust packing
8. Dust cap
9. Oil seal
10. Pinion plug
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