Kia Optima: Special driving conditions / 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 R (Reverse) and any forward gear in vehicles equipped with an Automatic transmission. 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 transmission.
WARNING - Sudden Vehicle Movement
Do not attempt to rock the vehicle if people or objects are nearby. The vehicle may suddenly move forward or backwards as it becomes unstuck.
CAUTION - Vehicle rocking
Prolonged rocking may cause engine overheating, transmission damage or failure, and tire damage.
CAUTION - Spinning tires
Do not spin the wheels, especially at speeds more than 56 km/h (35 mph). Spinning the wheels at high speeds when the vehicle is stationary could cause a tire to overheat which could result in tire damage that may injure bystanders.
The ESC system should be turned OFF prior to rocking the vehicle.
Special driving conditions
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 extr ...
Smooth cornering, Driving at night
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,
ti ...
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Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Service and Repair Manual: Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS)
Description and operation Description • Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) detects the crankshaft position and is one of the most important sensors of the engine control system. • If there is no CKPS signal input, fuel is not supplied. Th ...
Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Owner's Manual: Removal and reinstallation
■ Type A ■ Type B To remove the headrest: 1. Recline the seatback (2) with the recline lever or switch (1). 2. Raise headrest as far as it can go. 3. Press the headrest release button (3) while pulling the headrest up (4). WARNING - Headrest Removal NEVER allow anyone to ride in a sea ...
