adding oil KIA Optima 2006 2.G Owner's Manual

CHARGING SYSTEM
WARNING
(IF EQUIPPED)This warning light indicates a
malfunction of either the generator or
electrical charging system.
If the warning light illuminates while
driving:
1. Drive to the nearest safe location and
carefully stop your vehicle.
2. With the engine OFF, check the
generator drive belt for looseness or
breakage.
3. If the belt is adjusted properly, a
problem exists somewhere in the
electrical charging system. Have an
Authorized Kia Dealer or other
competent locate and correct the
problem as soon as possible.
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
WARNING This warning light indicates the engine
oil pressure is low.
If the warning light illuminates while
driving:
1. Drive safely to the side of the road
and stop.
2. With the engine OFF, check the
engine oil level. If the level is low,
add oil as required.
If the warning light remains ON after
adding oil or if oil is not available, call
an Authorized Kia Dealer.
LOW FUEL LEVEL
WARNING This warning light indicates the fuel tank
is near empty. The warning light will
come on when the fuel level has dropped
to about 8.5 L (2.2 US gal.).
Refuel as soon as possible.
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NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with a
loose or broken generator belt; the
engine could be damaged by over-
heating because this belt also drives
the water pump.
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NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle when the
Engine Oil Warning Light is ON.
If the engine is not stopped as soon
as possible, severe engine damage
could result.
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