Kia Optima: Use approved window washer
anti-freeze in system
To keep the water in the window washer system from freezing, add an approved window washer anti-freeze solution in accordance with instructions on the container. Window washer anti-freeze is available from an authorized Kia dealer and most auto parts outlets. Do not use engine coolant or other types of antifreeze as these may damage the paint finish.
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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Push-Starting
Your manual transaxle-equipped vehicle should not be push-started because it
might damage the emission control system. Vehicles equipped with automatic transaxles
cannot be push-started. Follow th ...
Rear seatback lock
When the rear seatback lock lever (located on the backside of the rear seatback)
is in the “LOCK” position, it is not possible to fold the rear seatback down by
using the release lock lever. Sho ...
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WARNING - Weight Rating
The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) and the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
for your vehicle are on the manufacturer’s label attached to the driver’s door.
Exceedi ...