Kia Optima: Removing and storing the spare 
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Turn the tire hold-down wing bolt

Turn the tire hold-down wing bolt counterclockwise.

Store the tire in the reverse order of removal.

To prevent the spare tire and tools from “rattling” while the vehicle is in motion, store them properly.

Jack and tools
The spare tire, jack, jack handle and wheel lug nut wrench are stored in the luggage compartment. Remove the luggage under tray out of the way to reach the equipment. (1) Jack handle (2) ...

Changing tires
1. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake firmly. 2. Shift the shift lever into R (Reverse) for manual transaxle or P (Park) for automatic transaxle. 3. Activate the hazard wa ...

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General
1. Basically, all measurements in this manual are taken with a tracking gauge. 2. When a measuring tape is used, check to be sure there is no elongation, twisting or ...

Replacements
Door Trim Replacement • Be careful not to scratch the door trim and other parts. • ...

Restraint of Large Children
As children grow, they may need to use new child restraints, including larger child seats or booster seats, which are appropriate for their increased size. A child who has outgrown available child ...

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