Kia Optima: Driving in Flooded Areas - Special Driving Conditions - Driving Tips - Kia Optima MS/Magentis 2000-2005 Owners ManualKia Optima: Driving in Flooded Areas

Avoid driving through flooded areas unless you are sure the water is no higher than the bottom of the wheel hub. Drive through any water slowly. Allow adequate stopping distance because brake performance may be affected.

After driving through water, dry the brakes by gently applying them several times while the vehicle is moving slowly.

Tire Chains
Mount snow chains on your vehicle when warranted by driving conditions or required by local laws. Make sure the chains are the correct size for your tires. Install them only on the front tires. If ...

Trailer Towing
We do not recommend using this vehicle for trailer towing. ...

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Center High-Mounted Stoplight Bulb Replacement
1. Remove the cover and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the housing. 2. Push the bulb in, then rotate it one- quarter turn counterclockwise and remove the bulb from the ...

Outside rearview mirror
Be sure to adjust mirror angles before driving. Your vehicle is equipped with both lefthand and right-hand outside rearview mirrors. The mirrors can be adjusted remotely with the remote switch. The ...

Removal
1. Remove the front wheel and tire. Tightening torque:88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft) 2. Remove the front wheel spee ...

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