Kia Optima: Adjusting the height of front seat cushion
To change the height (front portion) of the seat cushion, rotate the knob located on the outside of the seat cushion.
- To lower the seat cushion, rotate the knob toward the front of the vehicle.
- To raise the seat cushion, rotate the knob toward the rear of the vehicle.
To change the height (rear portion) of the seat cushion, rotate the knob located on the outside of the seat cushion.
- To lower the seat cushion, rotate the knob toward the front of the vehicle.
- To raise the seat cushion, rotate the knob toward the rear of the vehicle.
Adjusting the Front Seatback Recliner
To change the seatback angle, lean forward slightly and raise the lever located
on the outer portion of the seat. Slowly and carefully lean back to the desired
angle and release the lever. After ...
Lumbar Support (Driver’s Seat Only)
You can adjust the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the
driver’s seatback. Pivoting the lever toward the front of the vehicle increases
the lumbar support. Pivoting the le ...
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Replacement
Standard values, such as torques and certain adjustments, must be strictly
observed in the reassembly of all parts.If removed, the following
parts should always be replaced with new ones.
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Moving Up a Steep Grade From a Standing Start
To move up a steep grade from a standing start, depress the brake pedal, shift
the shift lever to D (Drive). Select the appropriate gear depending on load weight
and steepness of the grade, and re ...
Traction Control System
On slippery road surfaces, the traction control system (TCS) limits the drive
wheels from spinning excessively, thus helping the car to accelerate. It also provides
improved driving force and st ...