Kia Optima: Engine temperature gauge
This gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant when the ignition switch is ON.
Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. If your vehicle overheats, refer to “If the engine overheats” in section 6.
CAUTION
If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range area toward the “H” position, it indicates overheating that may damage the engine.
Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel
tank. The fuel tank capacity is given in section 8. The fuel gauge is supplemented
by a low fuel warning light, whic ...
Trip computer
The trip computer is a microcomputercontrolled driver information system that
displays information related to driving on the display when the ignition switch
is in the ON position. All stored dr ...
See also:
Component Location (2)
1. FOB holder
2. Door outside handle
3. Trunk lid open switch
4. FOB key
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Removal
The side airbag cannot be disassembled from the seat back assembly, so replace
the seat back assembly when replacing the side airbag. ...
Self-diagnosis
If you don’t hear an audible warning sound or if the buzzer sounds intermittently
when shifting the gear to the R (Reverse) position, this may indicate a malfunction
in the rear parking assist sys ...