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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Description
Body control module receives various input switch signals controlling time and alarm functions for the intermittent wiper timer, washer timer, rear defogger timer, seat belts warning, central ...

Trailer Towing
We do not recommend using this vehicle for trailer towing. ...

If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing
If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing, set the shift lever in the N (Neutral) position and then push the vehicle to a safe place. ...

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