Kia Optima: Trunk

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 ...

Opening the trunk

Press the trunk unlock button for more than 1 second on the transmitter (or smart key). Press the button on the trunk handle with the smart key in your possession. Once the trunk is opene ...

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Description and Operation
Description EPS (Electric power steering, Column assist type) system uses an electric motor to assist the steering force and it is an engine operation independent steering system. EPS control m ...

Description and Operation
Description Emissions Control System consists of three major systems. • The Crankcase Emission Control System prevents blow-by gas from releasing into the atmosphere. This system ...

Inspection
1. Check each part for cracks, damage or wear, and replace the coolant pump assembly if necessary. 2. Check the bearing for damage, abnormal noise and sluggish rotat ...