Safety-Minded

As with the rest of the Kia line-up, the 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with many safety features as standard equipment. This includes six airbags (dual advanced front and front-seat mounted side as well as full-length side curtain), front active headrests, side-impact door beams, height-adjustable front seatbelts with pre-tensioners and force limiters, three-point seatbelts for all seating positions, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The Electronic Stability Control Package adds Electronic Stability Control (ESC), a Traction Control System (TCS), brake assist and four-wheel anti-lock brakes.

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    Hazard warning flasher
    The hazard warning flasher should be used whenever you find it necessary to stop the car in a hazardous location. When you must make such an emergency stop, always pull off the road as far as p ...

    Luggage center box
    The luggage center box is located under the floor in cargo area.You can place a first aid kit, a reflector triangle, tools, etc. in the box for easy access. 1. Grasp the handle on the edge of ...

    Tires and wheels
    *1 Normal load : Up to 3 persons *2 High speed : above 160 km/h (100 mph) CAUTION When replacing tires, use the same size originally supplied with the vehicle. Using tires of a different size ...