2012 KIA Optima Hybrid washer

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Your vehicle at a glance
INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
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1. Instrument cluster .............................4-47
2. Light control / Turn signals ................4-87
3. Wiper/Washer ...................................4-90
4. Horn ..................................................4-35
5. Steering wheel audio control* .........4-118
6. Auto cruise control*...........................5-27
7. Driver’s air bag ..................................3-45
8. Steering wheel ..................................4-34
9. ENGINE START/STOP button ............5-5
10. Digital clock ...................................4-115
11. Hazard ............................................4-80
12. Audio* ...........................................4-117
13. Climate control system ...................4-97
14. Shift lever ..........................................5-9
15. Aux, USB and iPod port* ..............4-119
16. Power outlet* .................................4-114
17. Seat warmer* ....................................3-9
18. Passenger’s air bag ........................3-45
19. Glove box ......................................4-111
* : if equipped
❈ The actual instrument panel in the vehicle may differ from the illustration

Your vehicle at a glance
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1. Sub relay box ....................................7-55
2. Engine coolant reservoir ...................7-24
3. Windshield washer fluid reservoir .....7-29
4. Radiator cap .....................................7-26
5. Engine oil dipstick .............................7-22
6. Engine oil filler cap ...........................7-22
7. Brake fluid reservoir ..........................7-28
8. Air cleaner.........................................7-30
9. Fuse box ...........................................7-52
10. Inverter coolant reservoir ................7-24
* : if equipped
* The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
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Keys / 4-2
Smart key / 4-4
Remote keyless entry / 4-6
Theft-alarm system / 4-9
Door locks / 4-12
Trunk / 4-17
Windows / 4-20
Hood / 4-24
Fuel filler lid / 4-25
Sunroof / 4-28
Driver position memory system / 4-32
Steering wheel / 4-34
Mirrors / 4-37
Instrument cluster / 4-47
Hazard warning flasher / 4-80
Rear parking assist system / 4-81
Rearview camera / 4-84
Welcome system / 4-85
Lighting / 4-86
Wipers and washers / 4-90
Interior light / 4-93
Defroster / 4-96
Automatic climate control system / 4-97
Windshield defrosting and defogging / 4-108
Storage compartment / 4-111
Interior features / 4-113
Audio system / 4-117
Features of your vehicle

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Features of your vehicle
Parking assist warning
Displays the area an obstacle is detected
while moving rearward.Low washer liquid
This warning light illuminates for 12 sec-
onds when the washer fluid reservoir is
nearly empty. To turn off the warning light
immediately, press the RESET button for
more than 1 second. Refill the washer
fluid as soon as possible.Check brake
'Check brake' is displayed when the
brake function is not well or the regener-
ative brake system is not operated with
brake system malfunction. Refer to the
page 4-62 for the related information.
Have the system checked by an author-
ized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
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WARNING
Driving with the 'check brake' on is
dangerous. Have the system
checked by an authorized Kia dealer
as soon as possible.
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Features of your vehicle
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A : Wiper speed control (front)
· HI – High wiper speed
· LO – Low wiper speed
· INT – Intermittent wipe
· AUTO* – Automatic control wipe
· OFF – Off
· MIST – Single wipe
B : Intermittent control wipe time adjustment
C : Wash with brief wipes (front)
* : if equipped
Windshield wipers
Operates as follows when the ignition
switch is turned ON.
MIST : For a single wiping cycle, move the lever upward and release it. The
wipers will operate continuously if
the lever is held in this position.
OFF : Wiper is not in operation
INT : Wiper operates intermittently at the same wiping intervals. Use this
mode in a light rain or mist. To vary
the speed setting, turn the speed
control knob.
LO : Normal wiper speed
HI : Fast wiper speed
If there is heavy accumulation of snow or
ice on the windshield, defrost the wind-
shield for about 10 minutes, or until the
snow and/or ice is removed before using
the windshield wipers to ensure proper
operation.
AUTO (Automatic) control (if equipped)
The rain sensor located on the upper end
of the windshield glass senses the
amount of rainfall and controls the wiping
cycle for the proper interval. The more it
rains, the faster the wiper operates. When
the rain stops, the wiper stops.
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Features of your vehicle
To vary the speed setting, turn the speed
control knob (1).
If the wiper switch is set in AUTO mode
when the ignition switch is ON, the wiper
will operate once to perform a self-check
of the system. Set the wiper to off posi-
tion when the wiper is not in use.
Always remove all snow and ice and
defrost the windshield properly prior to
operating the windshield wipers.
✽ ✽NOTICE - Sensor cover
Do not remove the sensor cover located
on the upper end of the passenger side
windshield glass as this may damage the
sensor system.
✽ ✽NOTICE - Winter driving
Always set the auto wiper switch to the
off position in the winter to avoid auto
activation during icy conditions which
may damage the windshield wipers.
Windshield washers
In the OFF position, pull the lever gently
toward you to spray washer fluid on the
windshield and to run the wipers 1-3
cycles.
Use this function when the windshield is
dirty.
The spray and wiper operation will con-
tinue until you release the lever. If the
washer does not work, check the washer
fluid level.
If the fluid level is not sufficient, you will
need to add appropriate non-abrasive
windshield washer fluid to the washer
reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in the
front of the engine compartment on the
passenger side.
CAUTION - Wiper position
When washing the vehicle, set the
wiper switch in the off position tostop the auto wiper operation.
The wiper may operate and be dam-aged if the switch is set in the AUTOmode while washing the vehicle.
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CAUTION - Washer pump
To prevent possible damage to the
washer pump, do not operate thewasher when the fluid reservoir isempty.
WARNING- Obscured visibility
Do not use the washer in freezing
temperatures without first warming
the windshield with the defrosters;
the washer solution could freeze on
the windshield and obscure your
vision.
CAUTION - Wipers & windshields
To prevent possible damage to
the wipers or windshield, do notoperate the wipers when thewindshield is dry.
To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline,kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, donot attempt to move the wipersmanually.

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Driving your vehicle
Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid
should be checked on a regular basis,
with the exact interval depending on the
fluid. Further details are provided in
Section 7, “Maintenance”.
Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all controls areeasily reached.
Buckle your seat belt.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is turned to
the ON position.
Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are famil-
iar with your vehicle and its equipment.
BEFORE DRIVING
WARNING - Distracted
driving
Focus on the road while driving.
The driver's primary responsibility
is in the safe and legal operation of
the vehicle. Use of any handled
devices, other equipment or vehicle
systems that distract the drive
should not be used during vehicle
operation.
WARNING - Check
surrounding
Always check the surrounding
areas near your vehicle for people,
especially children, before putting a
vehicle into D (Drive) or R
(Reverse).