Kia Optima: Push-Starting
Your manual transaxle-equipped vehicle should not be push-started because it might damage the emission control system. Vehicles equipped with automatic transaxles cannot be push-started. Follow the directions for jump-starting in this manual.
WARNING
Never tow a vehicle to start it because the sudden surge forward when the engine starts could cause a collision with the tow vehicle.
Jump Starting Procedure
1. Make sure the booster battery is 12-volt and that its negative terminal is
grounded.
2. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, do not allow the vehicles to
touch.
3. Turn off all unnec ...
See also:
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 ...
Cowl Top Cover. Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Remove the cap (B) and remove
the nuts, then remove the wiper arm (A).
Tightening torque :22.6~26.5
N.m(2.3~2.7 kgf.m, 16.6~19.5 lb-ft)
...
Low Fuel Level warning
This warning light indicates
the fuel tank is near empty. The warning light will come on when the fuel level
has dropped to about 2.2 US gal. (8.5 liters). Refuel as soon as possible. ...