Kia Optima: Manual transaxle

Starting the engine with a smart key

1. Carry the smart key or leave it inside the vehicle. 2. Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied 3. Automatic Transaxle - Place the transaxle shift lever in P (Park). Depress the brake pe ...

Automatic transaxle

Depress the brake pedal and the lock release button when shifting. Press the button when shifting. The shift lever can be shifted freely. ...

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Battery Recharging
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free, calciumbased battery. If the battery becomes discharged in a short time (because, for example, the headlights or interior lights were left on while the vehi ...

Front Seat
WARNING - Driver’s Seat Adjusting the driver’s seat with the vehicle in motion could cause loss of control and a serious accident. Do not allow anything to interfere with the normal posi ...

Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
Engine oil and filter The engine oil and filter should be changed at the intervals specified in the maintenance schedule. If the car is being driven in severe conditions, more frequent oil an ...