Kia Optima: Maintenance

Towing service

If emergency towing is necessary, we recommend having it done by an authorized Kia dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing procedures are necessary to prevent d ...

Engine compartment

2.4L Engine 2.0L Engine * The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration. 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake/clutch fluid reservoir ...

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Seatback angle
Push the control switch forward or backward to move the seatback to the desired angle. Release the switch once the seat reaches the desired position. ...

Tachometer
The tachometer indicates the approximate number of engine revolutions per minute (rpm). Use the tachometer to select the correct shift points and to prevent lugging the engine and/or overrevvin ...

Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the OTS connector. 3. Remove the OTS. 4. After immersing the thermistor of the ...