Kia Optima: To keep locks from freezing - Winter driving - Driving your vehicle - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Owners ManualKia Optima: To keep locks from freezing

To keep the locks from freezing, squirt an approved de-icer fluid or glycerine into the key opening. If a lock is covered with ice, squirt it with an approved de-icing fluid to remove the ice. If the lock is frozen internally, you may be able to thaw it out by using a heated key. Handle the heated key with care to avoid injury.

Check spark plugs and ignition system
Inspect your spark plugs as described in section 7 and replace them if necessary. Also check all ignition wiring and components to be sure they are not cracked, worn or damaged in any way. ...

Use approved window washer anti-freeze in system
To keep the water in the window washer system from freezing, add an approved window washer anti-freeze solution in accordance with instructions on the container. Window washer anti-freeze is ...

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Removal
1. Remove the shift lever knob. (Refer to the BD group - "Console") 2. Remove the console upper cover (A). 3. Disconnect the conn ...

Owner’s responsibility
✽ NOTICE Maintenance Service and Record Retention are the owner's responsibility. You should retain documents that show proper maintenance has been performed on your vehicle in accordan ...

Installation
1. Installation is the reverse of removal. • When installing, apply the ATF oil or white vas ...

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