2020 KIA OPTIMA air conditioning

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Driving your vehicle
Remember, your vehicle does notrequire extended warm-up. After
the engine has started, allow the
engine to run for 10 to 20 seconds
prior to placing the vehicle in gear.
In very cold weather, however, give
your engine a slightly longer warm-
up period.
Don't "lug" or "over-rev" the engine. Lugging is driving too slowly in a
very high gear resulting in engine
bucking. If this happens, shift to a
lower gear. Over-revving is racing
the engine beyond its safe limit.
This can be avoided by shifting at
the recommended speed. Use your air conditioning sparingly.
The air conditioning system is
operated by engine power so your
fuel economy is reduced when you
use it.
Open windows at high speeds can reduce fuel economy.
Fuel economy is less in crosswinds and headwinds. 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 econ-
omy and safety. Therefore, have an
authorized Kia dealer perform
scheduled inspections and mainte-
nance.
WARNING - Engine off
during 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 properly without
the engine running. In addition,
turning off the ignition while
driving could engage the steer-
ing wheel lock resulting in loss
of vehicle steering. Keep the
engine on and downshift to an
appropriate gear for an engine
braking effect.
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Maintenance
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Maintenance services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
• Owner’s responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
• Owner maintenance precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Owner maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
• Owner maintenance schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Scheduled maintenance service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items . . . 7-22
• Engine oil and filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22
• Drive belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22\
• Fuel filter (for gasoline) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22
• Fuel lines, fuel hoses and connections . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22
• Vapor hose and fuel filler cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22
• Vacuum crankcase ventilation hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
• Air cleaner filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
• Spark plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
• Valve clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
• Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
• Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 7-23
• Automatic transmission fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
• Dual clutch transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24
• Brake hoses and lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24
• Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24\
• Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25
• Brake discs, pads, calipers and rotors. . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25
• Exhaust pipe and muffler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25
• Suspension mounting bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25
• Steering gear box, linkage &
boots/lower arm ball joint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25
• Drive shafts and boots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25
• Air conditioning refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25Checking fluid levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25
Engine oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-26
• Checking the engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-26
• Changing the engine oil and filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-27
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-28
• Checking the coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-28
• Changing the coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-30
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-31
• Checking the brake fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-31
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-32
• Checking the washer fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-32
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-33
• Checking the parking brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-33
Air cleaner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-34
• Filter replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-34
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OWNER MAINTENANCE
The following lists are vehicle checks
and inspections that should be per-
formed by the owner or an author-
ized Kia dealer at the frequencies
indicated to help ensure safe,
dependable operation of your vehi-
cle.
Any adverse conditions should be
brought to the attention of your deal-
er as soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance Checks
are generally not covered by war-
ranties and you may be charged for
labor, parts and lubricants used.Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
Check the engine oil level.
Check the coolant level in coolantreservoir.
Check the windshield washer fluid level.
Look for low or under-inflated tires.
While operating your vehicle:
Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust or any smell of
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased steer-
ing effort or looseness in the steer-
ing wheel, or change in its straight-
ahead position.
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side
when traveling on smooth, level
road.
When stopping, listen and check for unusual sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel
or “hard-to-push” brake pedal.
If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transmission
occurs, check the transmission
fluid level.
Check the automatic transmis- sion/dual clutch transmission P
(Park) function.
Check the parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
WARNING- Hot coolant
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot
coolant and steam may blow
out under pressure.
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Maintenance
At least monthly:
Check the coolant level in theengine coolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flash-
ers.
Check the cold inflation pressures of all tires including the spare.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
Check the radiator, heater and air conditioning hoses for leaks or
damage.
Check the windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean
the wiper blades with clean cloth
dampened with washer fluid.
Check the headlight alignment.
Check the muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts.
At least once a year :
Clean the body and door drainholes.
Lubricate the door hinges and check the hood hinges.
Lubricate the door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate the door rubber weather- strips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission linkage and controls.
Clean the battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level.
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Maintenance
Parking brake
Inspect the parking brake system
including the parking brake pedal
and cables.
Brake discs, pads, calipers
and rotors
Check the pads and discs for exces-
sive wear and calipers for fluid leak-
age.
Exhaust pipe and muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
muffler and hangers for cracks, dete-
rioration, or damage. Start the
engine and listen carefully for any
exhaust gas leakage. Tighten con-
nections or replace parts as neces-
sary.
Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections
for looseness or damage. Retighten
to the specified torque.
Steering gear box, linkage &
boots/lower arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine
off, check for excessive free-play in
the steering wheel.
Check the linkage for bends or dam-
age. Check the dust boots and ball
joints for deterioration, cracks, or
damage. Replace any damaged
parts.
Drive shafts and boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration, or
damage. Replace any damaged
parts and, if necessary, repack the
grease.
Air conditioning refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and
connections for leakage and damage.When checking engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid,
always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug, or
dipstick before checking or draining
any lubricant or fluid. This is espe-
cially important in dusty or sandy
areas and when the vehicle is used
on unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug
and dipstick areas will prevent dirt
and grit from entering the engine and
other mechanisms that could be
damaged.
CHECKING FLUID LEVELS
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Specifications, Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
8-2
Bulb wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Tires and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Gross vehicle weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Luggage volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Recommended lubricants and capacities . . . . . . . . 8-7
• Recommended SAE viscosity number. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Vehicle certification label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Tire specification and pressure label . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Engine number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Refrigerant label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
Consumer assistance (U.S. only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13
Electrical Equipment (U.S. only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. only) . . . . . . . . . . 8-17
Online factory authorized manuals (U.S. only). . 8-17
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GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM LUGGAGE VOLUME
We recommend that you contact an authorized Kia dealer for more details.
Items1.6 T-GDI2.0 T-GDI2.4 GDI
Gross vehicle weightlbs. (kg)4321 (1960)4630 (2100)4497 (2040)
ITEMVolume
SAE450L (15.9 cu ft)
ItemsWeight of VolumeClassification
Refrigerant
oz. (g) 1.6 T-GDI
20.1 ± 0.88 (570 ± 25)R-1234yf2.0 T-GDI
2.4 GDI
Compressor lubricant oz. (cc) 3.53 ± 0.35 (100 ± 10)PAG (FD46XG)
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Index
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Adding equipment to or modifying your air bag-equippedvehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-\
72
Adjusting outside rearview mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-56
Air bag inflation conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-67
Air bag non-inflation conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-69
Air bag warning label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-72
Air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-48
Air bags. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 3-45 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-46
Air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-48
SRS components and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-49
Occupant detection system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-52
Driver's and passenger's front air bag . . . . . . . . . . . 3-60
Side air bag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-63
Curtain air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-65
Air bag inflation conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-67
Air bag non-inflation conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-69
SRS Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-71
Adding equipment to or modifying your air bag-equipped vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-72
Air bag warning label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-72
Air cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-34\
Filter replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-34
Air conditioning system lubricants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Air ventilation seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-152
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
4-161 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-51
Appearance care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-94
Exterior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-94
Interior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-99
Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 3-18
Assist mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-66\
Audio system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-161 Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-161
Auto defogging system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-146
Auto hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-\
47
Auto light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10\
4
Automatic climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-131 Automatic heating and air conditioning. . . . . . . . . 4-132
Manual heating and air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . 4-133
System operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-139
Climate control air filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-141
Checking the amount of air conditioner refrigerant and compressor lubricant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-141
Air Conditioning refrigerant label . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-142
Automatic heating and air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . 4-132
Automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14 Automatic transmission operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
Good driving practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
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