Maintenance
Engine compartment
Maintenance services
Owner maintenance
Maintenance schedule
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
Engine oil
Engine coolant
Brake/clutch fluid
Power steering fluid
Automatic transaxle fluid
Washer fluid
Parking brake
Air cleaner
Wiper blades
Battery
Tires and wheels
Fuses
Appearance care
Emission control system
See also:
Maintenance schedule
Chart symbols:
I- Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary, correct, clean,
refill, adjust or replace.
R- Replace or change
L- Lubricate.
(1) Refer to the lubricant and co ...
DRIVING
You know what? It drives pretty well. On winding and hilly roads, the car’s
comparatively wide stance makes it feel solid, with little body roll. I drove
the “+”, “!”, and “sport” tr ...
POWER AND FUEL-ECONOMY ARE UP TO PAR
That description might have you thinking the Optima has all sorts of power.
True, the upgraded 2.4-liter four-cylinder gets added power for ’09 with 175hp
and 169 ft-lbs of torque, but it’s no ...


