Kia Optima: Manual transaxle

Starting the engine with a smart key

1. Carry the smart key or leave it inside the vehicle. 2. Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied 3. Automatic Transaxle - Place the transaxle shift lever in P (Park). Depress the brake pe ...

Automatic transaxle

Depress the brake pedal and the lock release button when shifting. Press the button when shifting. The shift lever can be shifted freely. ...

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Inspection with GDS
Initialization and diagnosis sequence by using GDS equipment.Below content summarize the procedure for A/S using GDS. No. Procedure 1 Locate vehi ...

Glove Box
To open the glove box door, pull the latch toward you. The glove box door can be locked (and unlocked) with the vehicle key. WARNING To reduce the risk of injury in case of an accident or s ...

Care of seat belts
Seat belt systems should never be disassembled or modified. In addition, care should be taken to assure that seat belts and belt hardware are not damaged by seat hinges, doors or other abuse. WA ...