Kia Optima: Auto light control
To operate the auto light, turn the knob on the end of the control lever.
If you set the knob to “AUTO” the tail lights and headlights will be turned on or off automatically according to the outside lighting conditions.
High-Beam Operation

To turn on the high-beam headlights, push the lever away from you. Pull it back for low beams.
The high-beam indicator will light when the headlight high beams are switched on.
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights on for a prolonged time while the engine is not running.
Lighting Control
Flashing HeadlightsTire rotation
To equalize tread wear, it is recommended
that the tires be rotated
every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or
sooner if irregular wear develops.
During rotation, check the tires for
correct balance.
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Seatback angle
Push the control switch forward or backward to move the seatback to the desired
angle. Release the switch once the seat reaches the desired position. ...
Theft-alarm system
This system is designed to provide protection from unauthorized entry into the
vehicle. This system is operated in three stages: the first is the "Armed" stage,
the second is the " ...