Kia Optima: Your vehicle at a glance

Vehicle Break-In Process

No special break-in period is needed. By following a few simple precautions for the first 600 miles (1 000 km) you may add to the performance, economy and life of your vehicle. Do not race the ...

Interior and Exterior Overview

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Automatic Door Locks
Operating Door Locks - With the Key Both front doors can be locked and unlocked with the key. Turn the key to the left to lock and to the right to unlock the door. Once a door is unlocked, i ...

Inspection
1. Check the strut bearing for wear and damage. 2. Check the spring upper and lower seat for damage and deterioration. 3. Compress and extend the pist ...

Removal
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work. 2. To remove the seat belt anchor pretensioner (C), keep on push ...