Kia Optima: Driving your vehicle / Engine start/stop button
Illuminated engine start/stop button
Whenever the front door is opened, the engine start/stop button will illuminate
for your convenience. The light will go off after about 30 seconds when the door
is closed.
When all entrances are closed, if you lock the vehicle by using the transmitter
or the smart key, the light will go off immediately.
WARNING - Proper footwear
Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your vehicle. Unsuitable shoes
(high heels, ski boots, sandals, etc.) may interfere with your ability to use the
brake and a ...
OFF
To turn off the engine (START/RUN position) or vehicle power (ON position), press
the engine start/stop button with the shift lever in the P (Park) position. When
you press the engine start/s ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Cowl top cover
Repair procedures
Replacement
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdri ...
Description and operation
Description
Ignition timing is controlled by the electronic control ignition timing system.
The standard reference ignition timing data for the engine operating conditions
are pre-pro grammed in the memory of the ECM (Engine Control Module).
The engine ...