Kia Optima: Maintenance / Engine coolant
The high-pressure cooling system has a reservoir filled with year round antifreeze
coolant. The reservoir is filled at the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and coolant level at least once a year: at the
beginning of the winter season, and before traveling to a colder climate.
Checking the engine oil level
■ THETA 2.4L - GDI
1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and w ...
WARNING
Removing radiator cap
Never attempt to remove the radiator cap while the engine is operating or
hot. Doing so might lead to cooling system and engine damage and could result in
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Other information:
Repair procedures
Inspection
Steering Wheel Play Inspection
1.
Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are facing straight
ahead.
2.
Measure the distance that the steering wheel can be turned without moving
the fron ...
❈ This actual feature may differ from the illustration.
To use the coat hook, pull down the upper portion of coat hook.
CAUTION - Hanging clothing
Do not hang heavy clothes, since they may damage the hook.
WARNING
Do not hang other objects such as hangers or hard objects except clothes.
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