Kia Optima: Features of your vehicle / Automatic climate control system
■ Type A
■ Type B
1. Driver’s temperature control knob
2. AUTO (automatic control) button
3. Front windshield defroster button
4. Rear window defroster button
5. Air conditioning button
6. Air intake control button
7. OFF button
8. Fan speed control buttons
9. Mode selection button
10. Passenger's temperature control knob
11. Dual temperature control selection button
12. Climate control display
13. Climate information screen selection button
✽ NOTICE
Operating the blower when the ignition switch is in the ON position could
cause the battery to discharge. Operate the blower when the engine is running.
When the amount of refrigerant is low, the performance of the air conditioning
is reduced. Overfilling also has a negative influence on the air conditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation ...
1. Press the AUTO button. The modes, fan speeds, air intake and air-conditioning
will be controlled automatically by setting the temperature.
2. Turn the temperature control knob to the desired ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Components Location
1. Intake actuator
Description and operation
Description
The intake actuator is located at the blower unit. It regulates the intake door
by a signal from the control unit. Pressing ...
Smooth cornering
Avoid braking or gear changing in corners, especially when roads are wet. Ideally,
corners should always be taken under gentle acceleration. If you follow these suggestions,
tire wear will be held to a minimum.
Driving at night
Because night driving presents more hazards ...