Kia Optima: Opening the Hood
1. Pull the release lever on the lower left side of the instrument panel to unlatch the hood.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle, slightly raise the hood, pull up on the secondary latch and lift the hood.
3. Raise the hood. It will raise completely by itself after it has been raised halfway.
Hood
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Closing the Hood
Check the area under the hood to make certain all filler caps are in place
and that all loose items have been removed.
Lower the hood then push down to properly lock in place.
Check to make ...
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Removal
1.
Remove the following items;
A.
Engine cover.
B.
Air cleaner assembly
and air duct (A). (Refer to "Intake and Exhaust system" in ...
Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
As a reminder to the driver and passenger, safety belt warning light will blink
for approximately 6 seconds each time you turn the ignition switch ON.
If the driver's lap/shoulder belt is not f ...
Tilt steering
Tilt steering allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can
also raise it to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle.
The steering wheel should be positione ...