Kia Optima: Driving your vehicle / Key positions

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Owner's Manual / Driving your vehicle / Key positions

Illuminated ignition switch

Whenever a front door is opened, the ignition switch will illuminate for your convenience, provided the ignition switch is not in the ON position. The light will go off immediately when the ignition switch is turned on. It will also go off after about 30 seconds when the door is closed.

Before driving

Before entering vehicle Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean. Check the condition of the tires. Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks. Be sure th ...

Ignition switch position

LOCK The ignition key can be removed only in the LOCK position. ACC (Accessory) The electrical accessories are operative. If the driver experiences difficulty moving the ignition switch to the ...

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Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Owner's Manual: Heating and air conditioning

1. Start the engine. 2. Set the mode to the desired position. For improving the effectiveness of heating and cooling; - Heating: - Cooling: 3. Set the temperature control to the desired position. 4. Set the air intake control to the outside (fresh) air position (if equipped). 5. Set the fa ...

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Service and Repair Manual: Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve

Description and operation Operation Principle Repair procedures Removal 1. Disconnect the vapor hose (A). 2. Remove the PCV valve (B). Tightening torque : 1.96 - 2.94 N.m (0.2 - 0.3 kgf.m, 1.45 - 2.17 ...