Kia Optima: Changing the engine oil and filter
Have engine oil and filter changed by an authorized Kia dealer according to the Maintenance Schedule at the beginning of this section.
WARNING
Used engine oil may cause irritation or cancer of the skin if left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods of time. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water as soon as possible after handling used oil.
Checking the engine oil level
2.4 engine
2.0 engine
1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to reach
normal operating temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and wait for a few
min ...
Engine coolant
The high-pressure cooling system has a
reservoir filled with year-round antifreeze
coolant. The reservoir is filled at the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and
coolant level at least on ...
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Battery Caution Label Description
Warning / Caution Label (Cont'd)
A.
Keep lighted cigarettes and all other flames or sparks away from the
battery.
B.
Wear eye protection when charg ...
Tire sidewall labeling
This information identifies and
describes the fundamental characteristics
of the tire and also provides
the tire identification number (TIN)
for safety standard certification. The
TIN ca ...
Multimedia Jack. Description and Operation
Description
The multimedia jack on the console upper cover is for customers who like to listen
to external portable music players like the MP3, iPod and etc., through the vehicle's
sound syst ...