Kia Optima: Engine Exhaust Gas Precautions
WARNING
Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide (CO). Though colorless and odorless,
it is dangerous and could be lethal if inhaled. Follow the instructions below to
avoid CO poisoning.
- Carbon monoxide can be present with other exhaust fumes. Therefore, if you
smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle, have it inspected and repaired
immediately by an authorized Kia dealer or other competent repair shop. If you
ever suspect exhaust fumes are coming into your vehicle, drive it only with
all the windows fully open. Have your vehicle checked and repaired immediately.
- Do not operate the engine in confined or closed areas (such as garages)
any more than what is necessary to move the vehicle in or out of the area.
- When the vehicle is stopped in an open area for more than a short time with
the engine running, adjust the heating or cooling system (as needed) to draw
outside air into the vehicle.
- Never sit in a parked or stopped vehicle for any extended time with the
engine running.
- When the engine stalls or fails to start, excessive attempts to re-start
the engine may cause damage to the emission control system.
This vehicle should not be modified. Modification of your Kia could affect its
performance, safety or durability and may even violate governmental safety and emissions
regulations.
In addition, d ...
WARNING - Fire
A hot exhaust system can ignite flamable items under your vehicle. Do not park
the vehicle over or near flamable objects, such as dry grass, paper, leaves, etc.
Your vehicle is ...
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Installation
1.
Install the head lamp leveling
unit.
2.
Reconnect the head lamp leveling
unit connector.
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Removal
The rain sensor may not operate properly if contaminated. Protect the rain
sensor surface by not removing the cover until installatio ...
Connector Terminal Function
1.
Connector terminal
2.
Terminal Function
Housing
Pin
Function
Wire color
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