Kia Optima: Exterior General Caution - Exterior Care - Maintenance - Kia Optima MS/Magentis 2000-2005 Owners ManualKia Optima: Exterior General Caution

It is very important to follow the label directions when using any chemical cleaner or polish. Read all warning and caution statements that appear on the label.

Exterior Care
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Finish Maintenance Washing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish from rust and deterioration, wash it thoroughly at least once a month with lukewarm or cold water. Pay special attention to the removal of any accumulation o ...

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Non-operational conditions of rear parking assist system
The rear parking assist system may not operate properly when: 1. Moisture is frozen to the sensor. (It will operate normally when the moisture has been cleared.) 2. The sensor is covered with forei ...

Headrest
To raise the headrest, simply pull it up to the desired position. To lower the headrest, press the release lever on the left side grommet, while pushing the headrest down to the desired position ...

Trailing Arm. Repair procedures
Replacement 1. Remove the rear wheel & tire. Tightening torque:88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft) ...

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