Kia Optima: Use approved window washer anti-freeze in system

To keep locks from freezing

To keep the locks from freezing, squirt an approved de-icer fluid or glycerine into the key opening. If a lock is covered with ice, squirt it with an approved de-icing fluid to remove the ice. ...

Don't let your parking brake freeze

Under some conditions your parking brake can freeze in the engaged position. This is most likely to happen when there is an accumulation of snow or ice around or near the rear brakes or if the ...

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Engine number
2.4 engine 2.0 engine The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown in the drawing. ...

Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid should be checked on a regular basis, with the exact interval depending on the fluid. Further details are provided i ...

Replacement
Head Lamp (Low) [General type] 1. Turn the head lamp switch off. 2. Disconnect the power connector from the lamp. 3. Remove the head lamp (Low ...