Kia Optima: MAX A/C-Level (B, D, E)
To operate the MAX A/C, turn the temperature knob to extreme left. Air flow is directed toward the upper body and face. In this mode, the air conditioning and the recirculated air position will be selected automatically.

Instrument panel vents
The outlet vents can be opened or closed separately using the thumbwheel. Also, you can adjust the direction of air delivered from these vents using the vent control lever as shown.
Mode selection
Temperature controlRemoval
1.
Disconnect the negative(-) battery
terminal.
2.
Remove the glove box.(Refer
to the BD group - "Crash pad")
3.
Disconnect the fob hold ...
Automatic Door Locks
Operating Door Locks - With the Key
Both front doors can be locked and unlocked with the key.
Turn the key to the left to lock and to the right to unlock the door.
Once a door is unlocked, i ...
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
Remove the crash pad lower panel
(A).
3.
Remove the reinforce panel after
loosening th ...