Kia Optima: MAX A/C-Level (B, D, E)
To operate the MAX A/C, turn the temperature knob to extreme left. Air flow is directed toward the upper body and face. In this mode, the air conditioning and the recirculated air position will be selected automatically.

Instrument panel vents
The outlet vents can be opened or closed separately using the thumbwheel. Also, you can adjust the direction of air delivered from these vents using the vent control lever as shown.
Mode selection
Temperature controlSeat Heater (Non-Air Ventilation). Schematic Diagrams
Circuit Diagram
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Inspection
Driver Door Lock Switch Inspection
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
Remove the front door trim panel.
(Refer to the BD group - "Front door" ...
Emergency starting
Connect cables in numerical order and
disconnect in reverse order. ...