Kia Optima: Change to "winter weight" oil if
necessary
In some climates it is recommended that a lower viscosity "winter weight" oil be used during cold weather. See section 8 for recommendations. If you aren't sure what weight oil you should use, consult an authorized Kia dealer.
Check battery and cables
Winter puts additional burdens on the
battery system. Visually inspect the battery
and cables as described in section
7. The level of charge in your battery can
be checked by an authorized Kia ...
Check spark plugs and ignition
system
Inspect your spark plugs as described in
section 7 and replace them if necessary.
Also check all ignition wiring and components
to be sure they are not cracked,
worn or damaged in any way. ...
See also:
Waxing
Wax the vehicle when water will no longer bead on the paint.
Always wash and dry the vehicle before waxing. Use good quality liquid or paste
wax, and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Wax all ...
Components
1. Driver Airbag (DAB)
2. Steering Wheel
3. Clock Spring
4. Seat Belt Pretensioner (BPT)
5. Pressure Side Impact Sensor (P-SIS)
6. Side Impact Sensor (SIS)
7. Side A ...
Specifications
Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV)▷ Specification
Item
Specification
Coil Resistance (Ω)
19.0 ~ 22.0 [20°C(68°F)]
Fuel T ...