Kia Optima: Electric type - Mirrors - Knowing your vehicle - Kia Optima MS/Magentis 2000-2005 Owners ManualKia Optima: Electric type

The electric day/night rearview mirror automatically controls the glare from

The electric day/night rearview mirror automatically controls the glare from the headlights of the car behind you. Adjust the rearview mirror to the desired position.

Type A

Press the “O” button to turn the automaticdimming function off. The mirror indicator light will turn off.

Press the “I” button to turn the automaticdimming function on, The mirror indicator light will illuminate.

Type B

When the ignition switch is ON, the automaticdimming function will turn on automatically.

Press the ON/OFF button (➀) to turn the automatic- dimming function off. The mirror indicator light will turn off.

Press the ON/OFF button (➀) once again to turn the automatic- dimming function on. The mirror indicator light will illuminate.

CAUTION CAUTION

Do not place objects in the rear seat or cargo area which would interfere with your vision out the rear window.

✽ NOTICE

When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.

Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Adjust the rearview mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Make this adjustment before you start driving and while the day/night lever is in the day position. Pull the day/night ...

Interior Lights
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Key Reminder Warning Chime
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Escort welcome (if equipped)
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Theft-alarm system
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