Kia Optima: Push-starting
Your manual transaxle-equipped vehicle should not be push-started because it might damage the emission control system.
Vehicles equipped with automatic transaxle cannot be push-started.
Follow the directions in this section for jump-starting.
WARNING
Never tow a vehicle to start it because the sudden surge forward when the engine starts could cause a collision with the tow vehicle.
Jump starting procedure
1. Make sure the booster battery is 12-
volt and that its negative terminal is
grounded.
2. If the booster battery is in another
vehicle, do not allow the vehicles to
touch.
3. Turn off all ...
If the engine overheats
If your temperature gauge indicates overheating,
you will experience a loss of
power, or hear loud pinging or knocking,
the engine is probably too hot. If this happens,
you should:
1. Pull of ...
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Before entering vehicle
Be sure that all windows, outside mirror( s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles beh ...
Installing a Child Restraint System in the Front Seat and Rear Outboard Seats
1. Place the child restraint system in the seat and route the lap/shoulder belt
around or through the restraint, following the restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
Be sure the safety belt webb ...
Blade replacement
When the wipers no longer clean adequately,
the blades may be worn or
cracked, and require replacement.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper
arms or other components, do not
attempt to mo ...