Kia Optima: Heating and air conditioning / Mode selection

The mode selection button controls the direction of the air flow through the
ventilation system.
Air can be directed to the floor, dashboard outlets, or windshield. Five symbols
are used to represent Face, Bi-Level, Floor, Floor-Defrost and Defrost air position.
Face-Level (B, D)

Air flow is directed toward the upper body and face. Additionally, each outlet
can be controlled to direct the air discharged from the outlet.
Bi-Level (B, C, D, E, F)

Air flow is directed towards the face and the floor.
Floor-Level (A, C, D, E, F)

Most of the air flow is directed to the floor, with a small amount of the air
being directed to the windshield and side window defrosters.
Floor/Defrost-Level (A, C, D, E, F)

Most of the air flow is directed to the floor and the windshield with a small
amount directed to the side window defrosters.
Defrost-Level (A, D)

Most of the air flow is directed to the windshield with a small amount of air
directed to the side window defrosters.
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 positi ...
The MAX A/C mode is used to cool the inside of the vehicle faster.
Air flow is directed toward the upper body and face.
In this mode, the air conditioning and the recirculated air position will be ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Components and Components
Location
1. Trailing arm
2. Rear shock absorber
3. Rear suspension
4. Rear stabilizer bar
5. Rear upper arm
6. Rear assist arm
7. Rear lower arm
8. Rear axle assembly
...
Inside the fuse/relay panel covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing
fuse/relay name and capacity.
✽ NOTICE
Not all fuse panel descriptions in this manual may be applicable to your vehicle.
It is accurate at the time of printing. When you inspect the fuse panel in your
vehicl ...