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 ...

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To remove the jack
Turn the jack socket counterclockwise. ...

Owner Maintenance Schedule
The owner or a qualified service technician should perform these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an aut ...

Disarmed stage
The alarm will be deactivated when: The “” button on the transmitter is pressed. The ignition switch is in the “ON” position for 30 seconds or more. Unlock or lock the doors with the transm ...