Kia Optima: Recommended Lubricants
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel economy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
*1) Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on this page.
Recommended SAE Viscosity Number
✽ NOTICE
Always be sure to clean the area around any filler plug, drain plug, or dipstick
before checking or draining any lubricant. This is especially important in dusty
or sandy areas an ...
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Cup holder
WARNING - Hot liquids
Do not place uncovered cups of hot liquid in the cup holder while the
vehicle is in motion. If the hot liquid spills, you may burn yourself. Such
a burn to the driver ...
Remote keyless entry system operations
Type A
Type B
Lock (1)
All doors are locked if the lock button is pressed. If all doors (and trunk)
are closed, the hazard warning lights will blink once to indicate that all doors
(and tru ...
Installation
1.
Connect the horn connector, then
reassemble the horn.
2.
Reassemble the front bumper.
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