Driving your vehicle
Before driving
Key positions
Engine start/stop button
Manual Transaxle
Automatic transaxle
Four wheel drive (4WD)
Brake system
Cruise control system
Economical operation
Special driving conditions
Winter driving
Trailer towing
Vehicle load limit
Vehicle weight glossary
See also:
Tailgate
Opening the tailgate
• The tailgate is locked or unlocked
when all doors are locked or unlocked
with the key, transmitter (or smart key)
or central door lock switch.
• If unlocked, the tail ...
DRIVER-ORIENTED INTERIOR DESIGN
With the 2011 Optima, Kia has made big strides forward in the use of cabin
materials, while interior layout and design are also strong points. Much like
how the exterior conveys a dramatic message ...
Door locks
Operating door locks from outside
the vehicle
• Turn the key toward the front of the
vehicle to unlock and toward the rear of
the vehicle to lock.
• If you lock the driver’s door with a k ...


