Kia Optima: Engine coolant
The high-pressure cooling system has a reservoir filled with year-round antifreeze coolant. The reservoir is filled at the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and coolant level at least once a year, at the beginning of the winter season, and before traveling to a colder climate.
Changing the engine oil and filter
Have engine oil and filter changed by an
authorized Kia dealer according to the
Maintenance Schedule at the beginning
of this section.
WARNING
Used engine oil may cause irritation
or cancer ...
Checking the coolant level
WARNING
Removing radiator
cap
Never attempt to remove the radiator
cap while the engine is operating
or hot. Doing so might lead
to cooling system and engine
damage. Also, hot ...
See also:
Components and Components Location
Components Location
1. Fuel Tank
2. Fuel Pump
3. Fuel Filter
4. Fuel Pressure Regulator
5. Canister
6. Fuel Tank Air Filter
7. Fuel Tank Band
8. Fuel Tank ...
Description and Operation
Description
Tread Lamp
-
Tire Under Inflation / Leak Warning.
1.
Turn on condition
A.
When tire pressure is
below allowed threshold
...
Knock Sensor (KS). Description and Operation
Description
Knocking is a phenomenon characterized by undesirable vibration
and noise and can cause engine damage. Knock Sensor (KS) is installed on the
cylinder block and senses engine knockin ...