2017 KIA OPTIMA PLUG-IN HYBRID warning light

NOTICE
To turn on the rear fog light switch,
the ignition switch must be in the
ON position.
Headlight leveling device (if
equipped)
Automatic type
It automatically adjusts the headlight
beam level according to the number of passengers and loading weight in the
luggage area.
And it offers proper headlight beam
under various conditions.
WARNING
If it does not work properly eventhough your car is inclined backwardaccording to passenger's posture, orthe headlight beam is irradiated tothe high or low position, we recom‐mend that the system be inspectedby an authorized Kia dealer.Do not attempt to inspect or replacethe wiring yourself.
Manual type
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To adjust the headlight beam level ac‐
cording to the number of passengers and loading weight in the luggage area,
turn the beam leveling switch.
The higher the number of the switch
position, the lower the headlight beam level. Always keep the headlight beam
at the proper leveling position, or head‐
lights may dazzle other road users.
Listed below are the examples of prop‐ er switch settings. For loading condi‐
tions other than those listed below, ad‐
just the switch position so that the beam level may be the nearest as the
condition obtained according to the list.
Loading conditionSwitchposition
Driver only 0
Driver + Front passenger 0Full passengers (including
driver) 1
Full passengers (including
driver) + Maximum permissi‐ble loading 2
Driver + Maximum permissi‐ble loading 3
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Windshield washers
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In the OFF (O) position, pull the lever
gently toward you to spray washer flu‐ id on the windshield and to run the wip‐
ers 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 ap‐
propriate 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
To prevent possible damage to thewasher pump, do not operate thewasher when the fluid reservoir isempty.
WARNING
Do not use the washer in freezingtemperatures without first warmingthe windshield with the defrosters;the washer solution could freeze onthe windshield and obscure your vi‐sion.
CAUTION
•To prevent possible damage to thewipers or windshield, do not oper‐ate the wipers when the wind‐shield is dry.
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•To prevent damage to the wiperblades, do not use gasoline, kero‐sene, paint thinner, or other sol‐vents on or near them.
•To prevent damage to the wiperarms and other components, donot attempt to move the wipersmanually.
•To prevent possible damage to thewipers and washer system, useanti-freezing washer fluids in thewinter season or cold weather.
Headlight washer (if equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with the
headlight washer it will operate at the same time when you operate the wind‐
shield washer. However, if this function
is operated once, the headlight washer will not operate within 15 minutes. It
will operate when the headlight is ON
and the ignition switch or engine start/ stop button is in the ON position.
The washer fluid will be sprayed on to
the headlights.
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INTERIOR LIGHT
CAUTION
Do not use the interior lights for ex‐tended periods when the engine isnot running.It may cause battery discharge.
WARNING
Do not use the interior lights whendriving in the dark. Accidents couldhappen because the view may beobscured by interior lights.
Automatic turn off function (if
equipped)
The interior lights automatically turn
off approximately 20 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off.
If your vehicle is equipped with the
theft alarm system, the interior lights
automatically turns off approximately 3 seconds after the system is armed
stage.
Map lamp
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• (2): - The map lamp and room lamp
comes on when a door is opened.
The lamps go out after approxi‐
mately 30 seconds.
- The map lamp and room lamp comes on for approximately 30
seconds when doors are unlocked
with a transmitter or smart key as
long as the doors are not opened.
- The map lamp and room lamp will stay on for approximately 20 mi‐
nutes if a door is opened with the
ignition switch in the ACC or
LOCK/OFF position.
- The map lamp and room lamp will stay on continuously if the door is
opened with the ignition switch inthe ON position.
- The map lamp and room lamp will go out immediately if the ignition
switch is changed to the ON posi‐
tion or all doors are locked.
- To turn off the DOOR mode, press the DOOR button (2) once again
(not pressed).
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STORAGE COMPARTMENT
These compartments can be used to store small items.
CAUTION
•To avoid possible theft, do notleave valuables in the storagecompartment.
•Always keep the storage compart‐ment covers closed while driving.Do not attempt to place so manyitems in the storage compartmentthat the storage compartmentcover cannot close securely.
WARNING
nFlammable materials
Do not store cigarette lighters, pro‐pane cylinders, or other flammable/explosive materials in the vehicle.These items may catch fire and/orexplode if the vehicle is exposed tohot temperatures for extended peri‐ods.
Center console storage
To open the center console storage, pull
up the lever.
Glove box
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The glove box can be locked and un‐
locked with a master key. (if equipped)
To open the glove box, pull the lever (1) and the glove box will automatically
open. Close the glove box after use.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury in an ac‐cident or sudden stop, always keepthe glove box door closed while driv‐ing.
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Cup holder
WARNING
nHot liquids
•Do not place uncovered cups of hotliquid in the cup holder while thevehicle is in motion. If the hot liq‐uid spills, you may burn yourself.Such a burn to the driver couldlead to loss of control of the vehi‐cle.
•To reduce the risk of a personal in‐jury in the event of a sudden stopor collision, do not place uncoveredor unsecured bottles, glasses,cans, etc., in the cup holder whilethe vehicle is in motion.
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•If uncovered cups and cans con‐taining any form of liquid are putinto the front/center seat cupholders and the vehicle brakesheavily, the liquid may flow intothe narrow openings around cupholders and console, and soak intothe vehicle's internal electrical sys‐tem.To avoid subsequent system mal‐function, always firmly cover anycontainer holding liquid.
WARNING
Keep cans or bottles out of directsun light and do not put them in avehicle that is heated up. They mayexplode.
NOTICE
•Keep your drinks sealed while driv‐
ing to prevent spilling your drink. If
liquid spills, it may get into the ve‐
hicle's electrical/electronic system
and damage electrical/electronic
parts.
•When cleaning spilled liquids, do
not dry the cup holder at high
temperature. This may damage
the cup holder.

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If the wireless charging does not work,
gently move your smart phone around the pad until the charging indicator
light turns yellow. Depending on the
smart phone, the charging indicator light may not turn green even after the
charging is complete.
If the wireless charging is not function‐
ing properly, the orange light will blink and flash for ten seconds then turn off.
In such cases, remove the smart phone
from the pad and replace it on the pad again, or double check the charging sta‐
tus.
If you leave the smart phone on the
charging pad when the vehicle ignition is in OFF, the vehicle will alert you
through warning messages and sound
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WARNING
•Do not stare at the screen whiledriving. Staring at the screen forprolonged periods of time couldlead to traffic accidents.
•Do not disassemble, assemble, ormodify the audio system. Suchacts could result in accidents, fire,or electric shock.
•Using the phone while driving maylead to a lack of attention of traf‐fic conditions and increase thelikelihood of accidents. Use thephone feature after parking thevehicle.
•Heed caution not to spill water orintroduce foreign objects into thedevice. Such acts could lead tosmoke, fire, or product malfunc‐tion.
•Please refrain from use if thescreen is blank or no sound can beheard as these signs may indicateproduct malfunction. Continueduse in such conditions could lead toaccidents (fires, electric shock) orproduct malfunctions.
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•Do not touch the antenna duringthunder or lightening as such actsmay lead to lightning induced elec‐tric shock.
•Do not stop or park in parking-re‐stricted areas to operate the prod‐uct. Such acts could lead to trafficaccidents.
•Use the system with the vehicleignition turned on. Prolonged usewith the ignition turned off couldresult in battery discharge.
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result ina loss of vehicle control that maylead to an accident, severe personalinjury, and death. The driver’s pri‐mary responsibility is in the safe andlegal operation of a vehicle, and useof any handheld devices, otherequipment, or vehicle systems whichtake the driver’s eyes, attention andfocus away from the safe operationof a vehicle or which are not permis‐
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sible by law should never be usedduring operation of the vehicle.
CAUTION
•Operating the device while drivingcould lead to accidents due to alack of attention to external sur‐roundings. First park the vehiclebefore operating the device.
•Adjust the volume to levels that al‐low the driver to hear sounds fromoutside of the vehicle. Driving in astate where external sounds can‐not be heard may lead to acci‐dents.
•Pay attention to the volume set‐ting when turning the device on. Asudden output of extreme volumeupon turning the device on couldlead to hearing impairment. (Ad‐just the volume to a suitable levelsbefore turning off the device.)
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BEFORE DRIVING
Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outsidemirror(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 Chapter 9, Maintenance.
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result ina loss of vehicle control, that maylead to an accident, severe personalinjury, and death. The driver’s pri‐mary responsibility is in the safe andlegal operation of a vehicle, and useof any handheld devices, otherequipment, or vehicle systems which
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take the driver’s eyes, attention andfocus away from the safe operationof a vehicle or which are not permis‐sible by law should never be usedduring operation of the vehicle.
Before starting
• Close and lock all doors.
• Position the seat so that all controls
are easily reached.
• Adjust the inside and outside rear‐ view mirrors.
• Be sure that all lights work.
• Check all gauges.
• Check the operation of warning lights when the engine start/stop button
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 fa‐ miliar with your vehicle and its equip‐
ment.
WARNING
All passengers must be properly bel‐ted whenever the vehicle is moving.Refer to L