Kia Optima: Rocking the Vehicle
If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to free it from snow, sand, or mud, first turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around your front wheels. Then, shift back and forth between 1 (First) and R (Reverse) in vehicles equipped with a manual transaxle or R (Reverse) and any forward gear in vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle. Do not race the engine, and spin the wheels as little as possible. If you are still stuck after a few tries, have the vehicle pulled out by a tow vehicle to avoid engine overheating and possible damage to the transaxle, transfer case (if equipped), or differential.
✽ NOTICE
Prolonged rocking may cause engine overheating, transaxle or transfer case (if equipped) damage or failure, and tire damage.
WARNING - Spinning Tires
Do not spin the wheels, especially at speeds more than 35 mph (56 km/h). Spinning the wheels at high speeds when the vehicle is stationary could cause a tire to overheat, explode and injure bystanders.
Hazardous Driving Conditions
When hazardous driving conditions are encountered such as water, snow, ice, mud,
sand, or similar hazards, follow these suggestions:
Drive cautiously and allow extra distance for braking.
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Driving at Night
Because night driving presents many more hazards than driving in the daylight,
here are some important tips to remember:
Slow down and keep more distance between you and other vehicles, as it ma ...
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Specifications
Items
Specification
Hood
Type
Rear hinged, gas lifter type
Front Door
Construction
Front hinged, fra ...
Installation
Sensor Fit
•
Handle the sensor with
care.
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Avoid lubricant contact.
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Inspection
1.
Ignition "ON"
2.
Manually operate the control
switch and measure the voltage of blower motor.
3.
Select the control switch to
raise volta ...