Kia Optima: Features of your vehicle / Welcome system
Headlight (Headlamp) escort function
The headlights (and/or taillights) remain on for approximately 5 minutes after the ignition key is removed or turned to the ACC or LOCK position. However, if the driver’s door is opened and closed, the headlights are turned off after 15 seconds.
The headlights can be turned off by pressing the lock button on the transmitter or smart key twice or turning off the light switch from the headlight or Auto light position.
Interior light
When the interior light switch is in the DOOR position and all doors (and trunk) are locked and closed, the room lamp will come on for 30 seconds if any of the following occurs:
- Without smart key system
- When the door unlock button is pressed on the transmitter. - With the smart key system
- When the door unlock button is pressed on the smart key.
- When the button of the outside door handle is pressed.
At this time, if you press the door lock button, the lamps will turn off immediately.
Pocket lamp
When all doors are locked and closed, the pocket lamp will come on for 15 seconds if any of the following occurs:
• With the smart key system
- When the door unlock button is pressed on the smart key.
- When the button of the outside door handle is pressed.
At this time, if you press the door lock button, the lamps will turn off immediately.
Glove box lamp
The glove box lamp comes on when the glove box is opened.
To prevent unnecessary battery drain, close the glove box securely after using
the glove box. ...
Defroster
CAUTION - Conductors
To prevent damage to the conductors bonded to the inside surface of the rear
window, never use sharp instruments or window cleaners containing abrasives to clean
the window.
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Other information:
Kia Optima DL3 2019-2023 Owner's Manual: Driving in flooded areas, Driving off-road
Driving in flooded areas Avoid driving through flooded areas unless you are sure the water is no higher than the bottom of the wheel hub. Drive through any water slowly. Allow adequate stopping distance because brake performance may be affected. After driving through water, dry the brakes by g ...
Kia Optima DL3 2019-2023 Service and Repair Manual: Floor Carpet
Repair procedures Replacement • When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components. ...
