Kia Optima: Don't let ice and snow accumulate
underneath
Under some conditions, snow and ice can build up under the fenders and interfere with the steering. When driving in severe winter conditions where this may happen, you should periodically check underneath the car to be sure the movement of the front wheels and the steering components is not obstructed.
Don't let your parking brake
freeze
Under some conditions your parking
brake can freeze in the engaged position.
This is most likely to happen when there
is an accumulation of snow or ice around
or near the rear brakes or if the ...
Carry emergency equipment
Depending on the severity of the weather
you should carry appropriate emergency
equipment. Some of the items you
may want to carry include tow straps or
chains, flashlight, emergency flares,
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See also:
Installation
1.
Install the key lock cylinder.
2.
Install the key warning switch
and key Illumination.
3.
Install the key warning/immobilizer
connector.
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Removal
Parking Assist Sensor
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
Remove the rear bumper.(Refer
to the BD group - "Rear bumper")
3.
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Check Fuses
A blade type fuse test taps provided to allow checking the fuse itself without
removing if from the fuse box. The fuse is good if the test lamp lights up when
one lead is connected to the test tap ...