Kia Optima: 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 illumination intensity, use the following procedure.
1. Depress the illumination control knob to pop it out.
2. Turn the knob up to brighten the lights or down to dim them.
3. Push the knob in after you select a brightness setting.
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 overrevvin ...
See also:
Vehicle Modifications
This vehicle should not be modified. Modification of your Kia could affect its
performance, safety or durability and may even violate governmental safety and emissions
regulations.
In addition, d ...
Description and Operation
System Overview
RPAS(Rear Parking Assist System) is an electronic driving aid device warning driver
to be cautious when they park or speed low after detecting an object on side and
behind of vehi ...
If the engine overheats
If your temperature gauge indicates overheating,
you will experience a loss of
power, or hear loud pinging or knocking,
the engine is probably too hot. If this happens,
you should:
1. Pull of ...