Kia Optima: Tachometer
The tachometer indicates the approximate number of engine revolutions per minute (rpm).
Use the tachometer to select the correct shift points and to prevent lugging the engine and/or overrevving the engine.
The tachometer pointer may move slightly when the ignition switch is in ACC or ON position with the engine OFF. This movement is normal and will not affect the accuracy of the tachometer once the engine is running.
✽ NOTICE
Do not operate the engine within the tachometer’s RED ZONE.
This may cause severe engine damage.
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel
tank.
Fuel tank capacity - 16.9 gal. (65 liters).
The fuel gauge is supplemented by a low fuel warning light, which ...
Instrument Panel Illumination
When the vehicle’s parking lights or headlights are on, the instrument panel
lights activate. This makes the instruments and controls visible in darkness. To
adjust the instrument panel illumina ...
See also:
OFF mode
Press the OFF button to turn off the air climate control system. However you
can still operate the mode and air intake buttons as long as the ignition switch
is in the ON position. ...
If the engine doesn't turn over or
turns over slowly
1. If your vehicle has an automatic
transaxle, be sure the shift lever is in N
(Neutral) or P (Park) and the emergency
brake is set.
2. Check the battery connections to be
sure they are clean ...
Jump starting
Jump starting can be dangerous if done
incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm to
yourself or damage to your vehicle or
battery, follow these jump starting procedures.
If in doubt, we strongly r ...