Kia Optima: Tachometer
Type A
Type B
The tachometer indicates the approximate number of engine revolutions per minute (rpm).
Use the tachometer to select the correct shift points and to prevent lugging and/or over-revving the engine.
The tachometer pointer may move slightly when the ignition switch is in ACC or ON position with the engine OFF. This movement is normal and will not affect the accuracy of the tachometer once the engine is running.
CAUTION
Do not operate the engine within the tachometer's RED ZONE. This may cause severe engine damage.
Speedometer
Type A
Type B
The speedometer indicates the forward speed of the vehicle.
The speedometer is calibrated in kilometers per hour and/or miles per hour. ...
Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel
tank. The fuel tank capacity is given in section 8. The fuel gauge is supplemented
by a low fuel warning light, whic ...
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Jump Starting
Jump starting can be dangerous if done incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm
to yourself or damage to your vehicle or battery, follow the jump starting procedures
on this page. If in doubt, we str ...
Horn
To sound the horn, press the horn symbol on your steering wheel. Check the horn
regularly to be sure it operates properly.
✽ NOTICE
To sound the horn, press the area indicated by the horn ...
Tire Replacement
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear indicator will appear as a solid band
1/2 inch wide (12.7 mm) across the the tread. This shows there is less than 1/16
inch (1.6 mm) of tread left on the t ...