Kia Optima: Tie-down hooks (for flatbed towing)
CAUTION
Do not use the tie-down hooks for towing purposes. The hooks are designed ONLY for transport tie-down. If the tie-down hooks are used for towing, the tie-down hooks will be damaged and this could lead to serious injury.
Towing
If emergency towing is necessary, we recommend having it done by an authorized
Kia dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing procedures
are necessary to prevent damage to ...
Towing with a vehicle other than a tow truck
If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by an Authorized Kia
dealer or a commercial tow truck service.
If towing service is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be tem ...
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Proper Use and Care of the Safety Belt System
To ensure that the safety belts provide the maximum protection, please follow
these instructions:
Use the belts at all times - even on short trips.
If the safety belt is twisted, straighten it ...
Fuse Replacement
WARNING - Fuse Replacement
Never replace a fuse with anything but another fuse of the same rating.
A higher capacity fuse could cause damage and possibly a fire.
Never install a wire inst ...
Removal
Timing chain cover removal is not required for this procedure.
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Use fender covers to
avoid damaging painted surfac ...