Kia Optima: Windshield defrosting and defogging / Manual climate control system
To defog inside windshield

1. Set the fan speed to the desired position.
2. Select desired temperature.
3. Select the
or
position.
4. The outside (fresh) air and air conditioning will be selected automatically.
If the air conditioning and/or outside (fresh) air position are not selected
automatically, press the corresponding button manually.
To defrost outside windshield

1. Set the fan speed to the highest position.
2. Set the temperature to the extreme hot position.
3. Select the
position.
4. The outside (fresh) air and air conditioning will be selected automatically.
If the air conditioning is not selected automatically press the corresponding
button manually.
WARNING - Windshield heating
Do not use the or
position during cooling operation
in extremely humid weather. The difference between the temperature of the outside
air and the windshield could ...
To defog inside windshield
1. Set the fan speed to the desired position.
2. Select desired temperature.
3. Press the defroster button ().
4. The outside (fresh) air position will be selected aut ...
Other information:
After selecting a proper child seat for your child, check to make sure it fits
properly in your vehicle. Follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer when
installing the child seat. Note these general steps when installing the seat to
your vehicle:
Properly secure the child restrai ...
Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the heater and blower assembly.
(Refer to Heater - "Heater Unit")
3.
Loosen the mounting screws and remove the heater cor ...