Kia Optima: Noise and Smoke
When the air bags inflate, they make a loud noise and they leave smoke and powder in the air inside of the vehicle. This is normal and is a result of the ignition of the air bag inflator.
After the air bags inflate, you may feel substantial discomfort in breathing due to the contact of your chest to both the safety belt and the air bag, as well as from breathing the smoke and powder.
We strongly urge you to open your doors and/or windows as promptly as possible after impact in order to reduce discomfort and prevent prolonged exposure to the smoke and powder.
WARNING - Hot Metal Parts
When the air bags deploy, the air bag inflators in the steering wheel and/or below the dashboard are very hot. To prevent injury, do not touch the air bag storage areas internal components immediately after an air bag has inflated.
How the Driver’s Air Bags (SRS) Work
The driver’s air bags are stored in the steering wheel hub. The passenger’s air
bag is stored in the dashboard above the glove box.
In certain frontal collisions, your air bags will instantly infla ...
The Importance of the Passenger Being Properly Seated
The front seat passenger’s air bag is much larger than the steering wheel air
bag and inflates with considerably more force. It can seriously hurt or kill a passenger
who is not in the proper po ...
See also:
Highway driving
Tires
Adjust the tire inflation pressures to specification. Low tire inflation pressures
will result in overheating and possible failure of the tires.
Avoid using worn or damaged tires which may r ...
Operating Door Locks From Inside the Vehicle
To lock a door, push the door lock button to the “LOCK” position.
To unlock a door, push the door lock button to the “UNLOCK” position.
To open a door, pull the door handle outward.
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Seat warmer (if equipped)
The seat warmer is provided to warm the front seats during cold weather. While
the engine is running, push either of the switches to warm the driver's seat or
the front passenger's sea ...