Kia Optima: Battery saver function
- The purpose of this feature is to prevent the battery from being discharged. The system automatically turns off the parking lights when the driver removes the ignition key (smart key: turns off the engine) and opens the driver-side door.
- With this feature, the parking lights will be turned off automatically if the driver parks on the side of road at night. If necessary, to keep the lights on when the ignition key is removed, (smart key: turns off the engine) perform the following:
1) Open the driver-side door.
2) Turn the parking lights OFF and ON again using the light switch on the steering column.
Lighting
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Headlight escort function
The headlights (and/or taillights) will remain on for approximately 20 minutes
after the ignition key is removed or turned to the ACC or LOCK position. However,
if the driver’s door is opened and ...
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Starting the engine with a smart key
1. Carry the smart key or leave it inside the vehicle.
2. Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied
3. Automatic Transaxle - Place the transaxle shift lever in P (Park). Depress
the brake pe ...
Don't let ice and snow accumulate
underneath
Under some conditions, snow and ice
can build up under the fenders and interfere
with the steering. When driving in
severe winter conditions where this may
happen, you should periodically chec ...
Before entering vehicle
Be sure that all windows, outside mirror( s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles beh ...