Kia Optima: Engine Temperature Gauge - Gauges - Driving Your Vehicle - Kia Optima MS/Magentis 2000-2005 Owners ManualKia Optima: Engine Temperature Gauge

This gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant when the ignition switch is ON.

If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range area toward the H position, it indicates overheating that may damage the engine.

Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. If your vehicle overheats,

Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. If your vehicle overheats, refer to “Overheating’’ in the Index.

Tripmeter (If equipped)
TRIP A : Tripmeter A TRIP B : Tripmeter B The tripmeter indicates the distance of individual trips selected by the driver. Tripmeter A and B can be reset to zero by pressing the mode selection but ...

Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Fuel tank capacity - 16.9 gal. (65 liters). The fuel gauge is supplemented by a low fuel warning light, which ...

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If the engine doesn't turn over or turns over slowly
1. If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle, be sure the shift lever is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) and the emergency brake is set. 2. Check the battery connections to be sure they are clean ...

Installation
1. Install the balance shaft chain. (Refer to Lubrication system in this group) 2. Install the crankshaft chain sprocket (B) and the timing chain oil jet (A). ...

Removal
1. Remove the front wheel and tire. Tightening torque:88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft) 2. Remove the front wheel spee ...

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