Engine compartment
1. Engine coolant reservoir ...................7-12
2. Engine oil filler cap............................7-11
3. Brake fluid reservoir ..........................7-14
4. Air cleaner.........................................7-18
5. Fuse box ...........................................6- 6
6. Negative battery terminal ...........6-4/7-21
7. Positive battery terminal .............6-4/7-21
8. Auto transaxle oil dipstick* ................7-16
9. Radiator cap......................................7-14
10. Engine oil dipstick ...........................7-11
11. Power steering fluid reservoir* ........7-15
12. Windshield washer fluid reservoir ...7-17
* : if equipped
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If the engine overheats
If your temperature gauge indicates overheating,
you experience a loss of power,
or hear loud pinging or knocking, the
engine will probably be too hot. If this
happens, you should:
1. Pull off th ...
Exterior Excitement
The 2009 Kia Optima is presented with new front, side and rear styling cues,
which build upon Kia's philosophy of creating dynamic vehicles that evoke
passion. The fog lamps and lower front grille ...
In case of an emergency while driving
If the engine stalls at a crossroad
or crossing
If the engine stalls at a crossroad or
crossing, set the shift lever in the N
(Neutral) position and then push the
vehicle to a safe place.
If you ...


