Kia Optima: Closing the Hood
- Check the area under the hood to make certain all filler caps are in place and that all loose items have been removed.
- Lower the hood then push down to properly lock in place.
- Check to make sure the hood is closed.
WARNING
- Before closing the hood, make sure that all engine parts and tools have been removed from the engine area and that no one’s hands are near the hood opening.
- Do not leave gloves, rags or any other combustible material in the engine compartment. Doing so may cause a heat-induced fire.
Opening the Hood
1. Pull the release lever on the lower left side of the instrument panel to unlatch
the hood.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle, slightly raise the hood, pull up on the secondary
latch and li ...
Fuel Filler Lid
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See also:
General Service Information
Protection Of The VehicleAlways
be sure to cover fenders, seats, and floor areas before starting work.
The support rod must be inserte ...
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
Remove the steering wheel.
(Refer to the ST group - "Steering column & shaft")
3.
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Electric power steering
Power steering uses the motor to assist you in steering the vehicle. If the engine
is off or if the power steering system becomes inoperative, the vehicle may still
be steered, but it will require ...
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