Kia Optima: Headrest - Rear seat adjustment - Seat - Safety features of your vehicle - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Owners ManualKia Optima: Headrest

The rear seat(s) is equipped with headrests in the outboard seating positions

The rear seat(s) is equipped with headrests in the outboard seating positions for the occupant's safety and comfort.

The headrest not only provides comfort for passengers, but also helps protect the head and neck in the event of a collision.

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Adjusting the height up and down

Adjusting the height up and down

To raise the headrest, pull it up to the desired position (1). To lower the headrest, push and hold the release button (2) on the headrest support and lower the headrest to the desired position (3).

Removal

Removal

To remove the headrest, raise it as far as it can go then press the release button (1) while pulling the headrest upward (2). To reinstall the headrest, put the headrest poles (3) into the holes while pressing the release button (1). Then adjust it to the appropriate height.

Make sure the headrest locks in position after adjusting it to properly protect WARNING

Make sure the headrest locks in position after adjusting it to properly protect the occupants.

Folding the rear seat
The rear seatbacks may be folded to facilitate carrying long items or to increase the luggage capacity of the vehicle. WARNING The purpose of the fold-down rear seatbacks is to allow you to carry ...

Seat warmer (if equipped)
The seat warmer is provided to warm the rear seats during cold weather. With the ignition switch in the ON position, push either of the switches to warm the seat. During mild weather or under co ...

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