Kia Optima 2004 User manual

KIA, THE COMPANY

Now that you are the owner of a Kia vehicle, you’ll probably be asked a lot of questions about your vehicle and the company like “What

is a Kia?”, “Who is Kia?”, “What does ‘Kia’ mean?”.

Here are some answers. First, Kia is the oldest car company in Korea. It’s a company that has thousands of employees focused on

building high-quality vehicles at affordable prices because the employees own a significant percentage of the company.

The first syllable, Ki, in the word “Kia” means “to arise from to the world” or “to come up out of to the world.” The second syllable, a,

means “Asia”. So, the word Kia, means “to arise from” or “to come up out of Asia to the world”.

Enjoy your vehicle!

FOREWORD

Thank you for choosing a Kia vehicle.

When you require service, remember that your authorized Kia

dealer knows your vehicle best. Your dealer has factory-trained

technicians, recommended special tools, genuine Kia replacement

parts, and is dedicated to your complete satisfaction.

Because subsequent owners require this important information as

well, this publication should remain with the vehicle if it is sold.

This manual covers all OPTIMA/MAGENTIS models and will

familiarize you with operation, maintenance and safety

information about your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a

Warranty Information Booklet that provides important

information on all warranties regarding your vehicle. We urge

you to read these publications carefully and follow the

recommendations to help assure enjoyable and safe operation of

your new vehicle.

Kia offers a great variety of options, components and features for

its various models.

Therefore, the equipment described in this manual, along with the

various illustrations, may not all be applicable to your particular

vehicle. The information and specifications included in this

manual were accurate at the time of printing.

Kia Motors reserves the right to discontinue or change

specifications or design at any time without notice and without

incurring any obligation. If you have questions, always check

with your Kia Dealer.

We assure you of our continuing interest in your motoring

pleasure and satisfaction in your Kia vehicle.

mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any

information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or

part is not permitted without written authorization from Kia

Motors Corporation.

Printed in Korea

CAUTION:

Severe engine and transaxle damage may result from the use

of poor quality fuels and lubricants that do not meet Kia

specification. You must always use high quality fuels and

lubricants that meet the specifications listed on page 7- 37 in

the Maintenance section and page 5-2 in the Driving tips

section of the Owner’s Manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................................Section 1

Your Vehicle At A Glance ...................................................................................................................................................Section 2

Knowing Your Vehicle.........................................................................................................................................................Section 3

Driving Your Vehicle ...........................................................................................................................................................Section 4

Driving Tips ..........................................................................................................................................................................Section 5

In Case Of An Emergency ...................................................................................................................................................Section 6

Maintenance..........................................................................................................................................................................Section 7

Specifications ........................................................................................................................................................................Section 8

Index ......................................................................................................................................................................................Section 9

How To Use This Manual ................................................................................................................................................................1-2

Vehicle Break-In Process .................................................................................................................................................................1-3

INTRODUCTION

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

We want to help you get the greatest

possible driving pleasure from your

vehicle. Your Owner’s Manual can assist

you in many ways. We strongly urge you

to review the entire manual. However, in

order to prevent death or injuries, at the

very least, you must review the

WARNING and CAUTION sections

spread throughout the manual, which are

easily recognized by their special

markings indicated below.

Illustrations complement the words in

this manual to help explain the better

way to enjoy your vehicle. By reading

your manual, you can find out about

features, important safety information,

and driving under various road

conditions.

Layout of the manual is provided in the

Table of Contents.

Index: A good place to start is the

index; it has an alphabetical listing of

all information in your manual.

Sections: This manual has eight

sections plus an index. Each begins

with a brief list of contents so you can

tell at a glance if that section has the

information you want.

You’ll find various WARNINGs,

CAUTIONs, and NOTICEs in this

manual. These WARNINGs,

CAUTIONs and NOTICEs were

prepared to enhance your personal

safety and continued satisfaction with

your Kia vehicle. You should carefully

read and follow ALL procedures and

recommendations provided in these

WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and

NOTICEs.

WARNING :

A WARNING indicates a situation

in which serious bodily injury or

death could result if the warning

is ignored.

CAUTION :

A CAUTION indicates a situation in

which personal injury, perhaps

severe, could result if the caution is

ignored.

NOTICE :

A NOTICE indicates a situation in

which damage to your vehicle could

result if the notice is ignored.

INTRODUCTION

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VEHICLE BREAK-IN

PROCESS

No special break-in period is needed.

By following a few simple precautions

for the first 600 miles (1,000 km) you

may add to the performance, economy

and life of your vehicle.

• Do not race the engine.

• Do not maintain a single speed for

long periods of time, either fast or

slow. Varying engine speeds are

beneficial for proper engine break-

in.

• Avoid hard stops, except in

emergencies, to allow the brakes to

seat properly.

• Avoid full-throttle starts.

Interior and Exterior Overview .....................................................................................................................................................2-2

Instrument Panel Overview............................................................................................................................................................2-3

YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

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YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

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INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OVERVIEW

1. Rearview mirror

2. Sunvisor

3. Sunroof (If equipped)

4. Seat

5. Spare tire

6. Lights

7. Fuel filler lid

8. Parking brake

9. Rear door child safety lock

10. Power window switches(If equipped)

11. Door

12. Outside rearview mirror

13. Air bags (If equipped)

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EMSA2001

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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW

1. Instrument cluster

2. Air bag(If equipped)

3. Climate control

4. Clock

5. Radio (If equipped)

6. Air bag(If equipped)

7. Vent

8. Glove box

9. Shift lever (Automatic)

10. Parking brake

11. Wiper/Washer

12. Power outlet

13. Hood release

14. Light control/Turn signals

15. Steering wheel

TCS

ON OFF

SPORT

AUTO

ECS

EMSA2002

Keys ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................3-3

Keyless Entry System.................................................................................................................................................................................3-4

Theft-alarm System....................................................................................................................................................................................3-6

Immobilizer System ...................................................................................................................................................................................3-7

Illumimated Door Key Cylinder ..............................................................................................................................................................3-9

Door Locks ..................................................................................................................................................................................................3-9

Windows ......................................................................................................................................................................................................3-12

Seats..............................................................................................................................................................................................................3-15

Safety Belts ..................................................................................................................................................................................................3-23

Air Bag.........................................................................................................................................................................................................3-49

Trunk Lid ....................................................................................................................................................................................................3-58

Hood .............................................................................................................................................................................................................3-60

Fuel Filler Lid .............................................................................................................................................................................................3-62

Steering Wheel............................................................................................................................................................................................3-64

Mirrors.........................................................................................................................................................................................................3-64

Interior Lights.............................................................................................................................................................................................3-67

Cup Holders and Console Storage Compartment.................................................................................................................................3-69

KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE

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