Kia Optima: Manual Transaxle

Power Steering

Checking the Power Steering Fluid Level With the vehicle on level ground, check the fluid level in the power steering reservoir periodically. The fluid level should be between MAX and MIN indicat ...

Checking the Manual Transaxle Oil Level

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. WARNING - Lifting Your Vehicle If you raise your vehicle, always ensure that it is supported at all four jacking or lift points for the vehicle. Do ...

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Rear Window Defroster
The defroster heats the window to remove frost, fog and thin ice from the interior and exterior of the rear window. The ignition switch must be on for the defroster to operate. To activate the ...

Removal
Pressure Side Impact Sensor • Removal of the airbag must be performed according to the precautions/ ...

Front Seat Adjustment - Power
The driver's seat can be adjusted by using the control knob on the left side of the seat. Before driving, adjust the seat to the proper position so as to easily control the steering wheel, ped ...