Kia Optima: Speed sensing door lock system (if equipped)
All doors will be automatically locked after the vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/h (9.3 mi/h). And all doors will be automatically unlocked when you turn the engine off or when you remove the ignition key. (if equipped)
✽ NOTICE
An authorized Kia dealer can activate or deactivate some auto door lock/ unlock features as follows;
- Auto door unlock by using the driver's door lock button
- Auto door lock/unlock by shifting the transaxle shift lever out of P (Park) or into P (Park)
- Auto door unlock when the ignition key is removed from the ignition switch (for smart key, when the ENGINE START/STOP button is turned to the OFF position)
If you want to activate or deactivate some door lock/unlock feature, consult an authorized Kia dealer.
Auto door lock/unlock feature (if equipped)
All doors will automatically lock when the transaxle shift lever is shifted
out of P (Park).
All doors will automatically unlock when the transaxle shift lever is
shifted into P (Park).
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Child-protector rear door lock
The child safety lock is provided to help prevent children from accidentally
opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. The rear door safety locks should
be used whenever children are in th ...
See also:
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description (Driver’s side kick panel)
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Child restraint system
Children riding in the car should sit in the rear seat and must always be properly
restrained to minimize the risk of injury in an accident, sudden stop or sudden
maneuver. According to accident s ...
Lighting Control
The light switch has a Headlight and a Parklight position.
To turn the lights on, twist the knob on the end of the control lever.
Parklight position ()
When the light switch is in the parklight p ...