Kia Optima: Outside rearview mirror / Adjusting outside rearview mirror

The electric remote control mirror switch allows you to adjust the position of
the left and right outside rearview mirrors. To adjust the position of either mirror,
press the R or L button (1) to select the right side mirror or the left side mirror,
then press a corresponding point (
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on the mirror adjustment control to position the selected mirror up, down, left
or right.
After adjustment, press the R or L button again to prevent the inadvertent adjustment.
CAUTION - Outside rearview mirrors
- The mirrors stop moving when they reach the maximum adjusting angles,
but the motor continues to operate while the switch is pressed. Do not press
the switch longer than necessary, as it may damage the motor.
- Do not attempt to adjust the outside rearview mirror by hand. Doing so
may damage the parts.
Be sure to adjust the mirror angles before driving.
Your vehicle is equipped with both left-hand and right-hand outside rearview
mirrors. The mirrors can be adjusted remotely with the remote switch ...
While the vehicle is moving in reverse, the outside rearview mirror( s) will
move downward to aid reverse parking. According to the position of the outside rearview
mirror switch, the outside re ...
Other information:
This indicator light illuminates for up to 30 seconds:
• When the vehicle detects the appropriate smart key with immobilizer in your
vehicle while the Engine Start/Stop Button is ACC or ON.
- At this time, you can start the engine.
- The indicator light goes off after starting the engine.
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Description and operation
Description
Curtain airbags are installed inside the headliner (LH and RH) and protect the
driver and passenger from danger when a side crash occurs. The SRSCM determines
deployment of the curtain airbag by using the side impact sensor (SIS) signal.
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