Kia Optima: Self-diagnosis
If you don’t hear an audible warning sound or if the buzzer sounds intermittently when shifting the gear to the R (Reverse) position, this may indicate a malfunction in the rear parking assist system. If this occurs, have your vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
WARNING
Your new vehicle warranty does not cover any accidents or damage to the vehicle or injuries to its occupants due to a rear parking assist system malfunction. Always drive safely and cautiously.
Non-operational conditions of rear parking assist system
The rear parking assist system may not operate properly when:
1. Moisture is frozen to the sensor. (It will operate normally when the moisture
has been cleared.) 2. The sensor is covered with forei ...
Rearview camera
The rearview camera will activate when the back-up light is ON with the ignition
switch ON and the shift lever in the R position.
This system is a supplemental system that shows behind the vehi ...
See also:
Power Steering
Power steering uses energy from the engine to assist you in steering the vehicle.
If the engine is off or if the power steering system becomes inoperative, the vehicle
may still be steered, but it ...
ESC (Electronic stability control)
The Electronic Stability control (ESC) system is designed to stabilize the vehicle
during cornering maneuvers. ESC checks where you are steering and where the vehicle
is actually going. ESC appl ...
Engine number
2.4 engine
2.0 engine
The engine number is stamped on the
engine block as shown in the drawing. ...