Kia Optima: Heating and air conditioning / Mode selection
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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)
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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)
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Air flow is directed towards the face and the floor.
Floor-Level (A, C, D, E, F)
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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)
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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)
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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:
Used to start the engine.
Used to lock and unlock the doors.
To unfold the key, press the release button then the key will unfold automatically.
To fold the key, fold the key manually while pressing the release button.
CAUTION
Do not fold the key without pressing the release button. ...
When replacing the metal wheels for any reason, make sure the new wheels are
equivalent to the original factory units in diameter, rim width and offset.
A wheel that is not the correct size may adversely affect wheel and bearing life,
braking and stopping abilities, handling characteristics, gr ...