2006 KIA Optima steering wheel

DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE
4-40TRACTION CONTROL
SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)On a slippery road surface, the traction
control system (TCS) prevents the drive
wheels from spinning excessively, thus
helping the car to accelerate. It also
ensures sufficient driving force and
steering performance when the car turns
at accelerated speeds.
CRUISETCS
MMSA4017
CAUTION
When the TCS indicator blinks, the
TCS function function has been
activated due to slippery road con-
ditions or excessive acceleration.
When this happens, release foot
pressure from the accelerator pedal
and maintain a moderate speed.
WARNING
Traction control is a driving aid;
all normal precautions for
driving in inclement weather
and on slippery road surfaces
should be observed.
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 Keep the engine in tune and follow the
recommended periodic maintenance
schedule.
This will increase the life of all parts
and lower your operating costs.
 Do not use the air conditioner
unnecessarily.
 Slow down when driving on rough
roads.
 For longer tire life and better fuel
economy, always keep the tires
inflated to the recommended
pressures.
 Maintain a safe distance from other
vehicles to avoid sudden stops. This
will reduce wear on brake linings and
pads and save fuel because extra fuel
is required to accelerate back to
driving speed.
 Do not carry unnecessary weight in
the vehicle. Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving. This can cause
needless wear, possible damage to
the brakes, and poor fuel economy.
 Improper wheel alignment causes the
tires to roll at excessive angles,
which results in faster tire wear. It
takes more power to overcome this
improper alignment, which wastes
fuel.
 Open windows at high speeds can
reduce fuel economy.
 Crosswinds and headwinds reduce
fuel economy. To help offset some of
this loss, slow down when driving in
these conditions.
Keeping a vehicle in good operating
condition is important both for
economy and safety.
Therefore, have an Authorized Kia
Dealer perform scheduled inspections
and maintenance.
DRIVING TIPS
5-6
WARNING - Engine OFF
Motion
Never turn the engine off to
coast down hills or anytime the
vehicle is in motion. The power
steering and power brakes will
not function without the engine
running. Instead, downshift to
any appropriate gear for engine
braking effect.
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SPECIAL DRIVING
CONDITIONSHAZARDOUS DRIVINGWhen hazardous driving is encountered
because of water, snow, ice, mud, sand, or
similar hazard, follow these suggestions:
 Drive cautiously and allow extra
distance for braking.
 Avoid sudden movements in braking
or steering.
 When braking in vehicles without
anti-lock brakes, depress the brake
pedal with a controlled up-and- down
motion until the vehicle is stopped.
 When starting from a stop in snow,
mud, or sand, use second gear and
accelerate slowly to avoid spinning
the front wheels. Low gear may be
used, if necessary.
 Use sand, rock salt, tire chains, or
other non-slip material under the
front wheels to provide traction when
stalled on ice, snow, or mud.
ROCKING THE VEHICLEIf it is necessary to rock the vehicle to
free it from snow, sand, or mud, move
the shift lever of an automatic transaxle
from D (Drive) to R (Reverse) in a
repeat pattern while depressing the
accelerator gently. With a manual
transaxle, move the shift lever back and
forth from 1 (First) to R (Reverse).
Do not race the engine. If you are still
stuck after a couple minutes of rocking,
have the vehicle pulled out by a tow
vehicle to avoid engine overheating and
possible damage to the transaxle.
5-7
WARNING -
Downshifting
Downshifting into first gear with
a manual transaxle or into low
with an automatic transaxle
while driving on slippery
surfaces can cause an
accident. The sudden change in
tire speed could cause the tires
to skid. Be careful when
downshifting on slippery
surfaces.
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NOTICE
Prolonged rocking may cause
engine overheating, transaxle
damage or failure, and tire
damage.
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TOWING WITH A VEHICLE
OTHER THAN A TOW TRUCK
If towing is necessary, we recommend
you to have it done by an Authorized Kia
dealer or a commercial tow truck service.
If towing service is not available in an
emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain
secured to the emergency towing hook.
Use extreme caution when towing the
vehicle.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it
and operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done only
on hard-surfaced roads for a short
distance and at low speeds. Also, the
wheels, axles, power train, steering and
brakes must all be in good condition. Do not try to tow your vehicle when
the wheels are stuck in mud, sand or
similar substances that prevent the
vehicle from being driven out under
its own power.
 Avoid towing a vehicle heavier than
the vehicle doing the towing.
 The drivers of both vehicles should
communicate with each other
frequently.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
6-16Front
MMSA6009A/MMSA6010
Rear
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WHEN YOUR VEHICLE IS
BEING TOWED BY ANOTHER
VEHICLE OTHER THAN A
TOW TRUCK (IN CASE OF AN
EMERGENCY) Turn the ignition switch to ACC so
the steering wheel isn’t locked.
 Place the transaxle shift lever in N
(Neutral).
 Release the parking bake.
 Vehicle equipped with automatic
transaxle should not exceed 45km/h
(28 mph) and should not be towed
more than 80km (50 miles).  Press the brake pedal with more force
than normal since you will have
reduced brake performance.
 More steering effort will be required
because the power steering system
will be disabled.
 If you are driving down a long hill,
the brakes may overheat and brake
performance will be reduced. Stop
often and let the brakes cool off.
TIPS FOR TOWING A STUCK
VEHICLEThe following methods are effective
when your vehicle is stuck in mud, sand
or similar substances that prevent the
vehicle from being driven out under its
own power.
 Remove the soil and sand, etc. from
the front and the back of the tires.
 Place a stone or wood under the tires.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
6-18
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NOTICE
To prevent internal damage to the
transaxle, never tow your vehicle
from the rear (backwards) with all
four tires in contact with the
surface.
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MAINTENANCE
7-1
MAINTENANCEMaintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3
Owner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8
Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10
Engine Oil and Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-12
Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-14
Brakes and Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-17
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-18
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-18
Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-19
Lubricants and Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-20
Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-21
Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-22
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-23
Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-25
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-32
Lubricant Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-36
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-38
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-40
Headlight Aiming Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-42
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MAINTENANCE
7-6
(4) If necessary, rotate and balance the wheels.
Chassis and Body(cont.)I : Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary, (1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual.
correct, clean, refill, adjust or replace.
R: Replace or change
Kilometers or Time in Months, Whichever Comes First
km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
Brake lines & connections (including booster)IIIIIManual transaxle oil
IIIRIIIRIIIRIIIR
Clutch & brake pedal free playI IIIIIIIIII IIIII
Automatic transaxle fluid
I IIIIIRIIII IIRII
Chassis & underbody bolts & nuts
I IIIIIIIIII IIIII
Tire condition & inflation pressure
I IIIIIIIIII IIIII
Wheel alignmentInspect when abnormal condition noted
Tire rotationSteering operation & linkageI IIIIIIIIII IIIII
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
x 1,000
Rotate the tires every 12,000 km (1)
(1)
(4)
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7-29
TIRE SIZE DESIGNATIONA tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire
size designation. You will need this
information when selecting replacement
tires for your car. The following explains
what the letters and numbers in the tire
size designation mean.
Example tire size designation :
P205/60R15 82T
P- Applicable vehicle type (tires marked
with the prefix “P” are intended for use
on passenger cars; however, not all tires
have this marking).
205- Tire width in millimeters.
60- Aspect Ratio. The tire’s section
height as a percentage of tire width.
R- Tire construction code (radial).
15- Rim diameter in inches.
82- Load Index: A numerical code
associated with the maximum load the
tire can carry.
T- Speed Rating symbol. See the speed
rating chart in this section for additional
information.
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NOTICE
• When replacing tires, never mix
radial, bias-belted, and bias-type
tires. All four tires should be of
the same size, design and
construction. Use only the tire
sizes listed on the Tire Label
attached to the passenger’s door.
Make sure that all tires and
wheels are the same size and
have the same load-carrying
capacity. Use only tire and wheel
combinations recommended on
the Tire Label or by an
Authorized Kia Dealer. Failure
to follow these precautions can
adversely affect the safety and
handling of your vehicle.
• The use of any other tire size or
type may seriously affect ride,
handling, ground clearance, tire
clearance, and speedometer
alibration.
• Driving on worn-out tires is very
hazardous and will reduce
braking effectiveness, steering
accuracy, and raction.
• It is best to replace all four tires
on your vehicle at the same time.
If that is not possible, then
replace the two front or two rear
tires as a pair.
Replacing just one tire can
seriously affect vehicle handling.
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