Kia Optima: Tips for towing a stuck vehicle
The following methods are effective when your vehicle is stuck in mud, sand or similar substances that prevent the vehicle from being driven out under its own power.
- Remove the soil and sand, etc. from the front and the back of the tires.
- Place a stone or wood under the tires.
When Your Vehicle Is Being Towed By Another Vehicle Other Than a Tow Truck (in
case of an emergency)
Turn the ignition switch to ACC so the steering wheel isn’t locked.
Place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral).
Vehicles equipped with automatic transaxles should not exceed 28 mph and
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If You Have a Flat Tire
The spare tire, tool bag, jack and jack handle are stored in the trunk compartment.
Move the carpeting out of the way to reach this equipment.
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See also:
Front Body B
Hood hinge mounting hole (Ø10)
Fender apron upper inner panel tooling hole (Ø6.6)
Engine mo ...
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 ...
Securing a child restraint seat with “Tether Anchor” system
Child restraint hook holders are located on the package tray.
1.Route the child restraint seat tether strap over the seatback.
For vehicles with adjustable headrests, route the tether strap unde ...
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Kia Optima Manuals
- Kia Optima DL3 2019-2026 Owners Manual
- Kia Optima DL3 2019-2026 Service and Repair Manual
- Kia Optima TF 2011-{2019} Owners Manual
- Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service Manual
- Kia Optima MS/Magentis 2000-2005 Owners Manual
