Kia Optima: 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 tire. Replace the tire when this happens.
Do not wait for the band to appear across the entire tread before replacing the tire.
Tire Rotation
To equalize tread wear, it is recommended that the tires be rotated every 7,500
miles (12000 km) or sooner if irregular wear develops.
During rotation, check the tires for correct balance.
When ro ...
Compact Spare Tire Replacement
A compact spare tire has a shorter tread life than a regular size tire. Replace
it when you can see the tread wear indicator bars on the tire. The replacement compact
spare tire should be the same ...
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To decrease the cruising speed
Follow either of these procedures:
Move the lever (1) down (to SET-) and hold it. Your vehicle will gradually
slow down. Release the lever at the speed you want to maintain.
Move the lever ...
Shift Cable Repair procedures
Removal
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Be sure to read and follow the “General Safety Information
and Caution” before doing any work related with the high voltage
system. Failure t ...
Seat belt warning (for drivers seat)
The driver's seat belt warning light and chime will activate to the following
table when the ignition switch is in "ON" position.
*1 Warning pattern repeats 11 times with an inter ...