Kia Optima: If the engine doesn't turn over or
turns over slowly1. 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 and tight.
3. Turn on the interior light. If the light dims or goes out when you operate the starter, the battery is discharged.
4. Check the starter connections to be sure they are securely tightened.
5. Do not push or pull the vehicle to start it. See instructions for "Jump starting".
If engine turns over normally but
does not startUse high quality ethylene glycol
coolant
Your vehicle is delivered with high quality
ethylene glycol coolant in the cooling
system. It is the only type of coolant that
should be used because it helps prevent
corrosion in the cooling ...
Child restraint anchorage position
Your vehicle is equipped with an anchor for securing the tether strap of a child
restraint system (child seat).
The child restraint anchor fittings are installed on the shelf behind the rear
se ...
Torque Converter Control Solenoid Valve (T/CON_VFS). Description and Operation
Description
Torque converter control solenoid valve (T/CON_VFS) is attached to the valve body.
This variable force solenoid valve directly controls the hydraulic pressure inside
the torque conver ...