Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Owners Manual
Third generation (TF; 2011-present)
IntroductionPush-starting
Your manual transaxle-equipped vehicle
should not be push-started because it
might damage the emission control system.
Vehicles equipped with automatic
transaxle cannot be push-started.
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Engine compartment
2.4L Engine
2.0L Engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake/clutch* fluid
reservoir 4. Air cleaner 5. Fuse box 6. Positive battery terminal 7. Negative
battery term ...
Opening the hood
1. Pull the release lever to unlatch the hood. The hood should pop open slightly.
WARNING
Open the hood after turning off the engine on a flat surface, shifting the shift
lever to the P(Park) p ...