Kia Optima: 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) position for automatic transaxle and to the 1st(First) gear or R(Reverse) for manual transaxle, and setting the parking brake.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the hood slightly, pull the secondary latch (1) inside of the hood center and lift the hood (2).
3. Raise the hood. It will raise completely by itself after it has been raised about halfway.
Hood
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Closing the hood
1. Before closing the hood, check the following:
All filler caps in engine compartment must be correctly installed.
Gloves, rags or any other combustible material must be removed from the
eng ...
See also:
Temperature control
The temperature control knob allows you to control the temperature of the air
flowing from the ventilation system. To change the air temperature in the passenger
compartment, turn the knob to th ...
Inspection
Smart Key Unit
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Refer to the BE group - inspection
/ self diagnosis with GDS.
Smart Key Switch
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Refer to the BE group - inspection
/ self diagnosis with GDS.
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Battery Maintenance
For optimal battery performance:
Keep the battery securely mounted.
Keep the battery top clean and dry.
Keep the terminals and connections clean, tight, and coated with petroleum
jelly or ...