Kia Optima: Removing and storing the spare tire

Jack and tools

The spare tire, jack, jack handle and wheel lug nut wrench are stored in the luggage compartment. Remove the luggage under tray out of the way to reach the equipment. (1) Jack handle (2) ...

Changing tires

1. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake firmly. 2. Shift the shift lever into R (Reverse) for manual transaxle or P (Park) for automatic transaxle. 3. Activate the hazard wa ...

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Checking the Manual Transaxle Oil Level
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Placing a passenger seat belt into the auto lock mode
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Restraint of Infants and Small Children
To increase their safety, infants and young children should always be restrained by a restraint system approved for their age and size. for this reason, all states of The United States have laws g ...