Instrument panel overview
1. Driver’s air bag ..................................3-51
2. Light control / Turn signals ................4-31
3. Instrument cluster .............................4-20
4. Wiper/Washer....................................4-35
5. Ignition switch....................................4- 2
6. Hazard...............................................4-38
7. Rear window defroster ......................4-38
8. Climate control system......................4-39
9. Shift lever ..........................................4- 4
10. Power socket...................................3-77
11. Passenger’s air bag ........................3-52
12. Glove box ........................................3-74
13. Multi box* ........................................3-74
14. Audio controls* ................................3-84
* : if equipped
See also:
Sunroof
If your vehicle is equipped with this feature,
you can slide or tilt your sunroof
with the sunroof control buttons located
on the overhead console.
1. Slide button
2. Tilt button
3. Close butt ...
If the engine overheats
If your temperature gauge indicates overheating,
you experience a loss of power,
or hear loud pinging or knocking, the
engine is probably too hot. If this happens,
you should:
1. Pull off the roa ...
First Drive: 2011 Kia Optima
Rivalries are a fact of life. When they are in the family, they can be
troublesome. On the other hand, they can help to raise the level of game for
both family members.
That’s the case Kia find ...


