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:
Yaw-rate and Lateral G Sensor. Description and Operation
Description
When the vehicle is turning with respect to a vertical axis the yaw rate sensor
detects the yaw rate electronically by the vibration change of plate fork inside
the yaw rate sensor.If ...
Tightening Torques
Engine Control System
Item
kgf.m
N.m
lb-ft
ECM installation bolt
1.0 ~ 1.2
9.8 ~ 11.8
7.2 ~ 8.7
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Hazardous Driving Conditions
When hazardous driving conditions are encountered such as water, snow, ice, mud,
sand, or similar hazards, follow these suggestions:
Drive cautiously and allow extra distance for braking.
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