2006 KIA Optima instrument cluster

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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW1. Instrument cluster
2. Air bag
3. Climate control
4. Clock
5. Radio (If Equipped)6. Air bag
7. Vent
8. Glove box
9. Shift lever (Automatic)
10. Parking brake11. Wiper/Washer
12. Power outlet
13. Hood release
14. Light control/Turn signals
15. Steering wheel
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4-1
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLEIgnition Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4
Manual Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6
Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-12
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-18
Tilt Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-18
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-19
Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-20
Warnings and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-21
Lightings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-27
Wipers and Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-30
Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-32
Interior Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-37
Traction Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-40
Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-42
Automatic Heating and Cooling Control System . . . .4-47
Windshield Defrosting and Defogging
(Manual Type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-54
Windshield Defrosting and Defogging
(Automatic type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-56
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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A/T: Automatic Transaxle
0 1234
5
6
7
8
X1000rpm
PRND
RESET MODE
BRAKE
CRUISE
TRIPAB
ODO
km/h
0 20406080100120
140
160
180
200
220
240
km/hmph
0 20406080
100
120
140
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Warning and
indicator lights
Tachometer
Engine temperature gauge
Turn signal
indicators
Fuel gauge
Speedometer
Warning and
indicator lights
A/T range indicator(For A/T only)
Odometer/Tripmeter
Tripmeter mode button
Tripmeter reset button
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ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(ABS) WARNING LIGHT
(IF EQUIPPED)This light illuminates when you start the
engine. The light will go off if the ABS
is operating normally. Also, this light
comes on if the key is turned to ON, and
then goes off in 2-3 seconds if the system
is operating normally. If this warning
light illuminates while the vehicle is
being driven, have the vehicle checked
by an Authorized Kia Dealer or other
competent repair shop as soon as
possible.
FRONT FOG INDICATOR
(IF EQUIPPED)This light comes on when the fog lights
are ON.CRUISE INDICATOR
(IF EQUIPPED)The cruise indicator light in the
instrument cluster is illuminated only
when the vehicle cruising speed has been
set using the control switch. The
indicator light does not illuminate when
the main cruise control switch is
activated.TRUNK LID OPEN
WARNING LIGHT This light remains on unless the trunk lid
is completely closed.
TRACTION CONTROL
INDICATOR LIGHTS
(IF EQUIPPED)The TCS indicator will illuminate when
the ignition key is turned to the “ON”
position, but should go off after 3
seconds. It means the TCS is in the
stand-by status and at the moment of the
actual operation of the TCS, the indicator
will blink.
Press the TCS switch, then the system
will be deactivated and the TCS
indicator will illuminate.
If the TCS indicator stays on in the TCS
ON mode, take your car to your
Authorized Kia Dealer and have the
system checked.
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE
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ABS
CRUISE
TCS
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CRUISE CONTROL
(IF EQUIPPED)The cruise control system provides
automatic speed control for your comfort
when driving on freeways, tollroads, or
other noncongested highways. This
system is designed to function above
approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
TO SET THE CRUISE1. Push in the cruise control main
switch. This turns the system on.
2. Accelerate to the desired cruising
speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).
3. Push the "COAST/SET" control
switch and release it. The "CRUISE"
indicator light in the instrument
cluster will illuminate after you have
set the vehicle to the desired speed.
4. Remove your foot from the
accelerator pedal and the desired
speed will automatically be
maintained.5. To increase speed, temporarily
depress the accelerator pedal enough
for the vehicle to exceed the preset
speed. When you remove your foot
from the accelerator pedal, the
vehicle will return to the speed you
have set.
TO CANCEL THE CRUISE
SPEEDDo one of the followings:
• Depress the brake pedal.
• Depress the clutch pedal (Manual
transaxle).
• Shift the shift lever to the “N”
position (Automatic transaxle).
• Decrease the vehicle speed 12mph
(20 km/h) lower than memorized
speed.
• Decrease the vehicle speed to less
than approximately 25 mph (40
km/h).
• Release the main switch.
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TCS ON/OFF MODEIn the TCS ON mode, the indicator in the
instrument cluster will not be illuminated.
The indicator will illuminate when the
ignition key is turned to the “ON”
position, but it should go off after 3
seconds. It means the TCS is in the stand-
by status and at the moment of the actual
operation of the TCS, the indicator will
blink.
To switch to TCS OFF mode, press the
TCS switch. System will be deactivated
and the TCS indicator in the instrument
cluster will illuminate.
If the TCS indicator stays on in the TCS
ON mode, take your car to your
Authorized Kia Dealer and have the
system checked.
✻
NOTICE
• The TCS ON mode is activated
automatically when the engine is
started.
 When the TCS is operating
properly, you may feel a slight
pulsation in the vehicle. This is
only the effect of brake control
and is not unusual.
 When the engine starts, your
may hear a “click” sound from
the engine compartment. This is
only the sound of the TCS being
checked.
 When moving out of mud or
fresh snow with the TCS ON,
pressing the accelerator pedal
may not cause the engine speed
to increase.
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INDEX
9-1
A
ir Bag - Supplemental Restraint System ................................3-42
Air Cleaner ..................................................................................7-21
Antenna .......................................................................................3-68
Automatic Heating and Cooling Control System .......................4-47
Automatic Transaxle ............................................................4-7, 7-19
B
attery.......................................................................................7-23
Before Driving ..............................................................................5-4
Brake System ..............................................................................4-12
Brakes and Clutch .......................................................................7-17
Bulb Replacement .......................................................................7-32
C
hanging tires ..........................................................................6-22
Climate Control System ..............................................................4-42
Cruise Control .............................................................................4-37
Cup Holders and Console Storage Compartment .......................3-63
D
oor Locks .................................................................................3-9
E
lectrical Circuit Protection .......................................................6-7
Emergency Starting .......................................................................6-3
Emission Control System ..............................................................5-3
Engine Compartment ..................................................................7-10
Engine Cooling System...............................................................7-14
Engine Oil and Oil Filter .............................................................7-12
Exterior Care ...............................................................................7-38
F
uel Filler Lid ...........................................................................3-55
Fuel Requirements ........................................................................5-2
G
auges ......................................................................................4-20
H
eadlight Aiming Adjustment .................................................7-42
Homelink® Wireless Control System.........................................5-12
Hood ............................................................................................3-54
How To Use This Manual .............................................................1-2
If You Have a Flat Tire .............................................................6-19
Ignition Switch ..............................................................................4-2
Immobilizer System ......................................................................3-6
Instrument Cluster .......................................................................4-19
Instrument Panel Overview ...........................................................2-3
Interior and Exterior Overview .....................................................2-2
Interior Care ................................................................................7-40
Interior Features ..........................................................................4-33
Interior Lights .............................................................................3-62K
eyless entry system .................................................................3-4
Keys ..............................................................................................3-3
L
abel Information .....................................................................5-11
Lightings .....................................................................................4-27
Lubricant Specifications .............................................................7-36
Lubricants and Fluids ..................................................................7-20
Luggage Net ................................................................................3-69
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