Kia Optima: Features of your vehicle / Smart key
Record your key number

The key code number is stamped on the bar code tag attached to the key set. Should
you lose your keys, this number will enable an authorized Kia dealer to duplicate
the keys easily. Remove the bar code tag and store it in a safe place. Also, record
the code number and keep it in a safe and handy place, but not in the vehicle.
When you turn the ignition switch to the ON position, if the immobilizer indicator
() goes off after blinking 5 times, your
transponder equipped in the ignition key is out of order. You cannot sta ...
To remove the mechanical key, press and hold the release button(1) and remove
the mechanical key (2).
To reinstall the mechanical key, put the key into the hole and push it until
a click sound ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Components
1. Windshield glass
2. Windshield glass upper molding
Repair procedures
Removal
Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries. ...
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the headlamp bulb cover by turning it counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the headlamp bulb socket-connector.
4. Remove the bulb-socket from the headlamp assembly by turning the bulb-socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on the bulb-socket align with the slots on the ...