Kia Optima: If the engine will not start

If engine stalls while driving

1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place. 2. Turn on your emergency flashers. 3. Try to start the engine again. If your vehicle wil ...

If the engine doesn't turn over or turns over slowly

1. If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle, be sure the shift lever is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) and the emergency brake is set. 2. Check the battery connections to be sure they are clean ...

See also:

Knock Sensor (KS). Schematic Diagrams
Circuit Diagram ...

Adjusting the height of front seat cushion
To change the height (front portion) of the seat cushion, rotate the knob located on the outside of the seat cushion. To lower the seat cushion, rotate the knob toward the front of the vehicle ...

Rocking the vehicle
If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to free it from snow, sand, or mud, first turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around your front wheels. Then, shift back and forth betwe ...