Kia Optima: Headrest (for front seat) / Removal and reinstallation
■ Type A
■ Type B
To remove the headrest:
1. Recline the seatback (2) with the recline lever or switch (1).
2. Raise headrest as far as it can go.
3. Press the headrest release button (3) while pulling the headrest up (4).
WARNING - Headrest Removal
NEVER allow anyone to ride in a seat with the headrest removed or reversed. Headrests can provide critical neck and head support in a crash.
■ Type A
■ Type B
To reinstall the headrest :
1. Put the headrest poles (2) into the holes while pressing the release button (1) or switch(1).
2. Recline the seatback (4) with the recline lever or switch (3).
3. Adjust the headrest to the appropriate height.
WARNING - Headrest Reinstallation
To reduce the risk of injury to the head or neck, always make sure the headrest is locked into position and adjusted properly after reinstalling.
Adjusting the height up and down
To raise the headrest, pull it up to the desired position (1). To lower the headrest,
push and hold the release button (2) on the headrest support and lower the headrest
to the desired position ...
Seatback pocket
The seatback pocket is provided on the back of the front passenger’s and driver’s
seatbacks.
WARNING - Seatback pockets
Do not put heavy or sharp objects in the seatback pockets. In an accid ...
Other information:
Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Owner's Manual: Good driving practices
Never move the gear shift lever from P (Park) to any other position with the accelerator pedal depressed. Never move the gear shift lever into P (Park) when the vehicle is in motion. Slow down before shifting to a lower gear. Otherwise, the lower gear may not be engaged. Always use th ...
Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Owner's Manual: If the engine will not start
If engine doesn't turn over or turns over slowly 1. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, be sure the shift lever is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) and the emergency brake is set. 2. Check the battery connections to be sure they are clean and tight. 3. Turn on the interior light. If the li ...
