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 
serious ...
   
 
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   Operating conditions
The indicator on the switch will illuminate when the BCW (Blind-Spot Collision 
Warning) system switch is pressed with the ignition switch ON. If the vehicle speed 
exceeds 30 km/h (20 mph), the system will activate.
If you press the switch again, the switch indicator and  ...
   
   Repair procedures
	
		Replacement
	
	
		
		
			
				
				   
			
			
				
			
		
		It is not recommended to replace the valve body . If the valve body needs 
		to be replaced, the automatic transaxle assembly should be replaced and 
		the oil pressure characteristics ...