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 Service and Repair Manual: Electro Chromic Inside Rear View Mirror

Description and operation Description The ECM (Electro Chromatic inside rear view Mirror) is one that automatically dims to protect the driver’s eyes when it senses light reflecting from the car behind. The sensor in the mirror detects the brightness and if the headlight from the ...

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Service and Repair Manual: Exhaust Manifold

Components and components location Components 1. Heat protector 2. Exhaust manifold gasket 3. Exhaust manifold 4. Exhaust manifold stay Repair procedures Removal and Installation 1. Remove the engine cover. (Refer ...