Kia Optima: Power Antenna
The antenna will automatically be extended when the radio power switch is turned “ON” while the ignition key is either in the “ON” or “ACC” position. The antenna will automatically be retracted and stored when either the radio power switch is turned “OFF” or the ignition key is set to the “LOCK” position.
CAUTION
Before turning on the radio while stopped, make sure that no one is near the antenna.
✽ NOTICE
- Before entering an automatic car wash, be sure that the antenna is retracted and stored.
- If the antenna is dirty, be sure to clean it before turning off the radio or the vehicle engine in order to prevent jamming the antenna.
Manual Antenna
Your car uses a manual stainless steel antenna to receive both AM and FM broadcast
signals. Pull up the antenna using your fingers, as shown in the drawing.
✽ NOTICE
Before entering an au ...
Glass antenna
When the radio power switch is turned on while the ignition key is in either
the “ON” or “ACC” position, your car will receive both AM and FM broadcast signals
through the antenna in the rear wi ...
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Glass antenna
When the radio power switch is turned on while the ignition key is in either
the “ON” or “ACC” position, your car will receive both AM and FM broadcast signals
through the antenna in the rear wi ...
Special Service Tools
Tool (Number and name)
Illustration
Use
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Tire Rotation
To equalize tread wear, it is recommended that the tires be rotated every 7,500
miles (12000 km) or sooner if irregular wear develops.
During rotation, check the tires for correct balance.
When ro ...