Kia Optima: Operating Precautions for Catalytic Converters
WARNING - Fire
A hot exhaust system can ignite flamable items under your vehicle. Do not park the vehicle over or near flamable objects, such as dry grass, paper, leaves, etc.
Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter emission control device.
Therefore, the following precautions must be observed:
- Use only UNLEADED FUEL.
- Do not operate the vehicle when there are signs of engine malfunction, such as misfire or a noticeable loss of performance.
- Do not misuse or abuse the engine. Examples of misuse are coasting with the ignition off and descending steep grades in gear with the ignition off.
- Do not operate the engine at high idle speed for extended periods (5 minutes or more).
- Do not modify or tamper with any part of the engine or emission control system. All inspections and adjustments must be made by a qualified technician.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in damage to the catalytic converter and to your vehicle. Additionally, such actions could void your warranties.
Engine Exhaust Gas Precautions
WARNING
Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide (CO). Though colorless and odorless,
it is dangerous and could be lethal if inhaled. Follow the instructions below to
avoid CO poisoning. ...
Tips on Driving Your Vehicle
Before Entering Vehicle:
Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure t ...
See also:
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 ...
Inspection
1.
Check the engine oil quality.
Check the oil deterioration, entry of water, discoloring of thinning. If
the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil.
2.
Check t ...
Adjustment After Headlight Assembly Replacement
If the vehicle has had front body repair and the headlight assembly has been
replaced, the headlight aiming should be checked using the aiming screen as shown
in the illustration. Turn on the he ...