Engine compartment
1. Engine Coolant Reservoir ....................7-
2. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir .........7
3. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir*...........7-
4. Radiator Cap....................................6-/7-
5. Engine Oil Filler Cap ............................7-
6. Engine Oil Dipstick ...............................7-
7. Brake Fluid Reservoir...........................7-
8. Air Cleaner ...........................................7-
9. Fuse Box ..............................................7-
10. Negative Battery Terminal..............6-/7-
11. Positive Battery Terminal................6-/7-
* if equipped
The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
See also:
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 ...
Winter driving
Severe weather conditions in the winter
result in greater wear and other problems.
To minimize the problems of winter
driving, you should follow these suggestions:
Snowy or icy conditions
To dr ...
Engine cooling system
The high-pressure cooling system
has a reservoir filled with year-round
antifreeze coolant. The reservoir is
filled at the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and
coolant level at least once ...