2015 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID Owners Manual

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Low aspect ratio tire
(if equipped)
Low aspect ratio tires, whose aspect
ratio is lower than 50, are provided
for sporty looks.
Because the low aspect ratio tires
are optimized for handling and brak-
ing, it may be more uncomfortable to
ride in and there is more noise com-
pare with normal tires.
CAUTION
Because the sidewall of the lowaspect ratio tire is shorter thanthe normal, the wheel and tire ofthe low aspect ratio tire is easi-er to be damaged. So, follow theinstructions below.
- When driving on a rough road or off road, drive cautiouslybecause tires and wheels maybe damaged. And after driv-ing, inspect tires and wheels.
- When passing over a pothole, speed bump, manhole, or curbstone, drive slowly so that thetires and wheels are not dam-aged.
- If the tire is impacted, we rec- ommend that you inspect thetire condition or contact anauthorized Kia dealer.
- To prevent damage to the tire, inspect the tire condition andpressure every 1,900 miles(3,000 km).
CAUTION
It is not easy to recognize the tire damage with your owneyes. But if there is the slight-est hint of tire damage, eventhough you cannot see the tiredamage with your own eyes,have the tire checked orreplaced because the tiredamage may cause air leak-age from the tire.
If the tire is damaged by driv- ing on a rough road, off road,pothole, manhole, or curbstone, it will not be covered bythe warranty.
You can find out the tire infor- mation on the tire sidewall.

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FUSES
A vehicle’s electrical system is pro-
tected from electrical overload dam-
age by fuses.
This vehicle has 2 fuse panels, one
located in the driver’s side panel bol-
ster, the other in the engine compart-
ment near the battery.
If any of your vehicle’s lights, acces-
sories, or controls do not work, check
the appropriate circuit fuse. If a fuse
has blown, the element inside the
fuse will melt.
If the electrical system does not
work, first check the driver’s side
fuse panel.
Before replacing a blown fuse, dis-
connect the negative battery cable.
Always replace a blown fuse with
one of the same rating.
If the replacement fuse blows, this
indicates an electrical problem. Avoid
using the system involved and imme-
diately consult an authorized Kia
dealer.
Three kinds of fuses are used: blade
type for lower amperage rating, car-tridge type, and multi fuse for higheramperage ratings.
WARNING - Fuse replace-
ment
Never replace a fuse with any- thing but another fuse of the
same rating.
A higher capacity fuse could cause damage and possibly a
fire.
Never install a wire or alu- minum foil instead of the
proper fuse - even as a tem-
porary repair. It may cause
extensive wiring damage and
a possible fire.
CAUTION - Fuse replace-
ment
Do not use a screwdriver or anyother metal object to removefuses because it may cause ashort circuit and damage thesystem.
OLM079051N
Normal
Normal
Blade type
Cartridge type
Multi fuse
Main fuse Blown
Blown
Normal Blown
Normal Blown

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The actual fuse/relay panel label
may differ from equipped items.
Instrument panel fuse replace-
ment
1. Turn the hybrid system and all other switches off.
2. Open the fuse panel cover.
OTF074017
WARNING - Electrical Fire
When replacing a blown fuse or relay with a new one, make
sure the new fuse or relay fits
tightly into the clips The incom-
plete fastening fuse or relay
may cause the vehicle wiring
and electric systems damage
and a possible fire.
We recommend that you do not remove fuses, relays and termi-
nals that are fastened with
bolts or nuts. If they are not
completely re-installed, such
looseness may cause electrical
arcing and a possible fire. If
fuses, relays and terminals fas-
tened with bolts or nuts need
replacement, consult with an
authorized Kia dealer.
CAUTION - Fuse
Replacement
Do not input any other objectsexcept fuses or relays intofuse/relay terminals such as adriver or wiring. It may causecontact failure and system mal-function.

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3. Pull the suspected fuse straight
out. Use the fuse puller provided in
the engine compartment fuse
panel.
4. Check the removed fuse; replace it if it is blown.
5. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly
in the clips.
If it fits loosely, consult an authorized
Kia dealer.
If you do not have a spare, use a fuse of the same rating from a circuit youmay not need for operating the vehi-cle, such as the cigar lighter fuse.
If the headlights or other electrical
components do not work and the
fuses are OK, check the fuse block in
the engine compartment. If a fuse is
blown, it must be replaced.Fuse switch
Always, put the fuse switch at the ON
position.
If you move the switch to the OFF
position, some items such as audio
and digital clock must be reset and
transmitter (or smart key) may not
work properly.
OTF070018
OTF074019

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✽NOTICE
If you need to park your vehicle for
prolonged periods more than 1
month, move the transportation fuse
switch to the OFF position to pre-
vent the battery being discharged.
Engine compartment panel fuse
replacement
1. Turn the hybrid system and all other switches off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover by pressing the tap and pulling up the
cover.
3. Check the removed fuse; replace it if it is blown. To remove or insert
the fuse, use the fuse puller in the
engine compartment fuse panel.
4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly
in the clips. If it fits loosely, consult
an authorized Kia dealer.
OTF074020N
CAUTION - Fuse panel
covers
After checking the fuse panel inthe engine compartment,securely install the fuse panelcover to prevent electrical fail-ures which may occur fromwater leaking in.
CAUTION
Always place the transporta- tion fuse switch in the ON posi-tion while driving the vehicle.
Do not move the transportation fuse switch repeatedly. Thefuse switch may be worn out.

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Main fuse
If the main fuse is blown, it must be
removed as follows:
1. Turn off the hybrid system.
2. Disconnect the negative battery
cable.
3. Remove the nuts shown in the pic- ture above.
4. Replace the fuse with a new one of the same rating.
5. Reinstall in the reverse order of removal.
Multi fuse
If the multi fuse is blown, it must be
removed as follows:
1. Remove the fuse panel in theengine compartment.
2. Remove the nuts shown in the pic- ture above.
3. Replace the fuse with a new one of the same rating.
4. Reinstall in the reverse order of removal.
OTFH072021OVG079022

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Instrument fuse panel
✽
✽NOTICE
Not all fuse panel descriptions in
this manual may be applicable to
your vehicle. It is accurate at the
time of printing. When you inspect
the fuse panel in your vehicle, refer
to the fuse panel label.
OTFH074084N
OTF070023
Fuse/relay panel description
Inside the fuse/relay panel covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity.

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Inner Fuse panel
Description Fuse Rating Protected Component
MULTIMEDIA 15A AUDIO_UVO, AUDIO (PA30A,B), NAVI_3.0, NAVI_4.0, TMU
PDM 1 25A Smart Key Control Module (With Smart Key)
SPARE 10A -
PDM2 10A SMK UNIT, BUTTON START SW
P/SEAT(PASS) 20A Passenger Seat Manual Switch AMP 30A AMP
P/SEAT(DRV) 30A Driver IMS Module, Driver Seat Manual Switch, Driver Lumbar Support Switch (2WAY) MEMORY 2 7.5A PIC_RF_RECEIVER
TRUNK 10A Trunk Lid Relay, Trunk Room Lamp
MODULE 7 10A SPORT_MODE_SW, RR POWER WINDOW SW
DR LOCK 20A Door Lock/Unlock Relay, Turn Signal Lamp Sound Relay
S/HEATER(RR) 20A Rear Seat Warmer Relay LH/RH
P/WDW(RH) 25APassenger Safety Power Window Module (LHD), Rear Safety Power Window Module RH, Power
Window RH Relay
P/WDW(LH) 25ADriver Safety Power Window Module (LHD), Rear Safety Power, Window Module LH, Power Window LH
Relay
MODULE 2 10A BCM, Panorama Sunroof, Rain Sensor