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 controlInspection
Remove the overhead console lamp assembly then check for continuity between terminals.
If the continuity is not as specified, replace the map lamp switch.
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Variant coding
After replacing the SRSCM with a new one, the “Variant Coding” procedure must be
performed.
1.
On SRSCM variant codi ...
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
Remove the crash pad lower panel
(A).
3.
Remove the reinforce panel after
loosening th ...