Kia Optima: Windshield Wiper Blade MaintenanceContamination of either the windshield and wiper blades with foreign matter such as insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments used by some commercial car washes can reduce wiper effectiveness. If the blades are not wiping properly, clean both the window and the blades with a good cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse thoroughly with clean water.
Wiper Blades
Windshield Wiper Blade ReplacementAir Intake Control Switch
This is used to select fresh outside air or recirculation of the inside air.
WARNING
Continued climate control system operation in the recirculated air position
may allow humidity to incr ...
Replacement
1.
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2.
Remove wheel nuts, front wheel
and tire from front hub.
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Manual climate control system
To defog inside windshield
1. Select any fan speed except “0” position. 2. Select desired temperature.
3. Select the or
position. 4. The outside (fresh) air
will be selected automaticall ...