Kia Optima: Airbag-advanced supplemental restraint system

Securing a child restraint seat with child seat lower anchor system

Some child seat manufacturers make child restraint seats that are labeled as LATCH or LATCH-compatible child restraint seats. LATCH stands for "Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children". ...

How does the air bag system operate

Air bags are activated (able to inflate if necessary) only when the ignition switch is turned to the ON or START position. Air bags inflate instantly in the event of serious frontal or side co ...

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Removal and Installation
1. Loosen the drain plug, and then drain the engine coolant. Remove the radiator cap to drain with speed. 2. Remove the drive belt (A) after turning the drive belt te ...

Steering Angle Sensor. Description and Operation
Description The Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) is installed in MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) and it sends messages to HECU through CAN communication line.The SAS is used to determine turning di ...

Placing a Passenger Safety Belt Into The Auto Lock Mode
The use of the auto lock mode will ensure that the normal movement of the child in the vehicle does not cause the safety belt to be pulled out and loosen the firmness of its hold on the child re ...