Kia Optima: Automatic climate control system / Manual heating and air conditioning
The heating and cooling system can be controlled manually by pressing buttons
or turning knob(s) other than the AUTO button. In this case, the system works sequentially
according to the order of buttons or knob(s) selected.
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.
5. Set the fan speed control to the desired speed.
6. If air conditioning is desired, turn the air conditioning system on. Press
the AUTO button in order to convert to full automatic control of the system.
1. Press the AUTO button. The modes, fan speeds, air intake and air-conditioning
will be controlled automatically by setting the temperature.
2. Turn the temperature control knob to the desired ...
The mode selection button controls the direction of the air flow through the
ventilation system.
The air flow outlet port is converted as follows:
Refer to the illustration in the “Manual cl ...
Other information:
General information
Warning And Caution Labels
1. Fan caution
2. Radiator cap caution / reservoir tank cap caution
3. Battery caution
Battery Caution Label
Warning / Caution Label
(Cont'd)
A.
Keep lighted cigarettes and ...
Checking the washer fluid level
The reservoir is translucent so that you can check the level with a quick visual
inspection.
Check the fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir and add fluid if necessary.
In warm climate, plain water may be used if washer fluid is not available; however,
i ...