KIA OPTIMA 2015 Features and Functions Guide
Manufacturer: KIA, Model Year: 2015, Model line: OPTIMA, Model: KIA OPTIMA 2015Pages: 46, PDF Size: 5.74 MB
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Press button once for high setting 
(2 LEDs lit), again  
for low setting (1 LED lit)  
and again to turn OFF .
Seat Warmers — Press top of 
button once for high setting (2 LEDs 
lit), again for low setting (1 LED lit) 
and again to turn OFF . 
Ventilated Seats — Press  
bottom of button once  
for high setting (2 LEDs  
lit), again for low setting  
(1 LED lit) and again  
to turn OFF .
R
R
R
R
Yellow Color: 
Warming
Yellow Color: 
Warming
Blue Color: 
Ventilating
Seat Warmers/
Ventilated Seats* 
Seat Warmers* 
6-Way Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat
Pull lever A to slide Seat forward/backward  . 
Pull/press lever B to adjust Seat height .
Pull lever C to adjust Seatback recline  .
Press D to adjust Lumbar support
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 •With the seat warmer switch in the ON position, the heating system in the seat turns OFF or ON automatically depending on the seat temperature •System turns OFF when the ignition is cycled
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ABD
C
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SEATING    
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To raise headrest: Pull headrest up .
To lower headrest: Press lock A, then press the headrest down  .
.Front Seat Headrest Adjustment
To adjust headrest forward: Pull headrest forward at an upward 
angle to one of three positions .
To adjust headrest back: Pull headrest completely forward at an 
upward angle, then release .
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  When adjusting the headrest back, you may need to raise headrest to allow space for the headrest to fully adjust backward .
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Smart Key Fob:
A Press to lock All Doors
B  Press to unlock Driver’s Door  . Press twice in 4 seconds to 
unlock All Doors
C  Press and hold to unlock Trunk and manually open
 REMINDER: The Trunk unlocks when the Smart Key fob is within close proximity of the vehicle  . 
D  Press and hold more than 1 second for Panic Alarm  . To turn 
off Alarm, press any button
E Press to release Mechanical Key (on reverse side of fob)
Mechanical Key F:
 •Use to unlock Driver’s Door
 •  Use to turn Child Safety Locks
 
Driver’s Door Lock/Unlock button G:
 •  Press button once to unlock Driver’s Door
 •Press again within 4 seconds to unlock All Doors
 •Press again to lock All Doors
Smart Key*
HOLD
HOLD
G
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REMINDER: Remote button configuration may vary depending on vehicle options  .
 
 •If the Smart Key battery is weak or not working properly, hold the Smart Key fob up to the ENGINE START/STOP button (Lock button side closest) and press to start engine •The Smart Key’s signal can be blocked by the normal operation of a cell phone or smartphone  . To help prevent this, store each device separately
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A
B
C
D
F
E
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  One-Click  Fuel Cap Video   To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website .
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HOLD
HOLD
A Press to release Folding Key
B Press to lock All Doors
C  Press to unlock Driver’s Door  . 
Press twice in 4 seconds to 
unlock All Doors
D  Press and hold to unlock Trunk 
and manually open
E  Press and hold more than 1 
second for Panic Alarm  . To turn 
off Alarm, press any button
REMINDER: Remote button configuration may vary depending on vehicle options  .REMINDER: The Fuel Filler Door Release button is located on the lower part of the driver’s door panel  .
Remote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)*
CLICK!
Fuel Cap/Malfunction Indicator 
(Check Engine Light)
Tighten for ONE CLICK to prevent Malfunction 
Indicator  from illuminating .
LockUnlockDouble-Turn Lock/Unlock All
 •Turn clockwise once to unlock Driver’s Door
 •Turn clockwise again within 4 seconds to unlock All Doors
 •Turn counterclockwise once to lock All Doors
B
A
C
D
E
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How to Sync Transmitter with HomeLink®*
If programming for the first time, begin with Step 1 (repeating this step will 
delete all information) .
To program non-rolling and rolling code garage door openers and other devices:
1 . Press and hold the left A and center D buttons simultaneously until the 
indicator light C begins to flash (to reprogram buttons, skip this step)
2  . Press and hold the desired button A B D and hold the button on the 
transmitter while it is approximately 1 to 3 inches away from the mirror  . The 
HomeLink® Indicator light C will flash rapidly once the frequency signal has 
been successfully programmed
To finish programming rolling code garage door openers, complete these steps:
3 . Locate the “learn” or “smart” button on the garage door’s motor head unit  . 
Press and release the button and complete Step 4 within 30 seconds
4 . Firmly press and release the programmed HomeLink® button up to three times
 
Operating HomeLink®: 
Press one of the programmed HomeLink® buttons  .
Erasing programmed buttons:
Press and hold the left A and center D buttons simultaneously for approximately 
20 seconds, and then release both buttons within 30 seconds  .
REMINDER: Mirror indicator light C will illuminate when automatic dimming is ON .
If your garage door opener was manufactured in 2011 or later, and you’re unable to program your vehicle’s HomeLink® system, you may need to purchase a HomeLink® Repeater Kit. For more information, go to www.HomeLink.com or call (800) 355-3515.
The HomeLink® / Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror* is designed to reduce 
glare from a vehicle’s headlights located in the rear and also connect up 
to three electronic transmitters into one location  .
HomeLink® with Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror* 
A HomeLink® button 
B HomeLink® button 
C Indicator light
D HomeLink® button 
E Glare detection sensor
F Automatic dimming ON/OFF 
G Compass Control button
H Compass display
 
 •You can reprogram a single HomeLink® button by repeating Step 2  •Erasing programmed buttons will delete all trained transmitters
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ABCDEFG
H
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Map/Room Lamps
Automatic turn off function*
The interior lights automatically turn off 
approximately 30 seconds after the ENGINE 
START/STOP button is OFF .
Map/Personal Lamp
Push the lens A to turn the Map Lamp ON/
OFF . This light produces a spot beam for 
convenient use as a Map Lamp or Personal 
Lamp for the driver or front passenger  .
Room Lamp B
   :  In the off position, the lamp is OFF even if the door is opened  .
 :  In the door position, the lamp turns ON when any door is opened  .
   :  In the on position, the lamp stays on continuously  .
( Type A )( Type B)
REMINDER: Sunshade needs to remain OPEN while Sunroof is open and vehicle is moving  .
Panoramic Sunroof Operation*
The Sunroof and Sunshade operation is controlled through a 
multidirectional switch/lever, and the ignition needs to be in the ON 
position to operate the Sunroof/Sunshade .
Slide the Sunshade and Sunroof:
 •Auto Open: Slide lever C backward to 
the farthest position and release .
 •Auto Close (Sunroof only): Slide the lever C forward to the farthest position 
and release . 
Slide the Sunshade:
 •Open: Slide the lever C partially backward to the first  detent position  .
 •Auto Close: Slide the lever C forward to the farthest position  .
Slide the Sunroof (with Sunshade open):
 •Open: Slide the lever C backward and release .
 •Close: Slide the lever C partially forward to the first detent position or 
pull the lever downward  .
Tilt the Sunroof:
 •Raise: Push lever C upward .
 •Lower: Pull lever C downward .
 •Auto Close: Slide the lever C forward to the farthest position  .
 
 •When doors are unlocked by the Smart Key*, the lamp turns ON for approximately 30 seconds •If your vehicle is equipped with the theft alarm system, the interior lights automatically turn off approximately 3 seconds after the system is in armed stage •Using interior lights for an extended period of time may cause battery discharge
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  To stop the Sunroof/Sunshade at any position, push or pull the Sunroof control lever in any direction .
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A
AA
B
B
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(Buttons located on Driver's Door)
Hood Release Lever and Latch
Press the button C to release the fuel door .
Pull the button D to open the trunk .
Fuel Door and Trunk Release
C
D
Located underneath the Trunk lid  . With Trunk unlocked, press the Trunk Release 
button E and pull the Trunk lid up by the handle to open  .
Trunk Release Button (Exterior)
( Trunk Release Button)(Located on Driver side kick panel)
 
 •The Trunk must be unlocked before it can be opened by the Trunk Release Button  •Smart Key* - The Trunk unlocks automatically, and can then be opened manually, when the Smart Key fob* is within close proximity to the vehicle
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E
REMINDERS: 
 •Sunvisor may not shield all direct light
 •  Do not operate the vehicle if Sunvisor is impairing your visibility
Sunvisor
Use the Sunvisor to shield direct light through the front or side windows  . 
Slide the Sunvisor out and adjust as needed .
Opening the Hood:
1 . Pull the Hood Release Lever A to unlatch the Hood 
2  . In the front of the vehicle, lift the Hood slightly, pull the 
secondary Latch B inside of the Hood’s center and lift the Hood 
Closing the Hood:
Lower the Hood about halfway and then press down to securely lock 
in place  .
A
B
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REMINDERS: 
 •If the vehicle is moving at speeds over 3 mph, the system may not activate correctly
 •  When more than two objects are sensed at the same time, the closest one will be  recognized first
  The Back-Up Warning System is not a substitute for proper and safe backing-up procedures. Always drive safely and use caution when backing up. The Back-Up Warning System may not detect every object behind the vehicle
 REMINDER: The above images are for illustration purposes only and may not reflect actual operation
 REMINDER: The above images are for illustration purposes only and may not reflect actual operation
The Back-Up Warning System is not a safety device . The Back-Up 
Warning System is a supplemental system that assists the driver by 
chiming if any object is detected within the sensing area to the rear 
and side of the vehicle when backing up . When the ignition is ON, 
the system is activated . 
Back-Up Warning System (Rear Parking 
Assist System)*
Warning!  Check yo ur sur roun dings for safe\fy
Rear-Camera Display*
The Rear-Camera Display system is not a safety device  . It is a supplemental 
system that displays the view behind the vehicle through the Navigation 
System* or UVO eServices System* screen while the vehicle is in Reverse  .
The Rear-Camera Display activates when the:
 •ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON position (green light)
 •Gear Shift Lever is in the R (Reverse) position
REMINDER: While camera is active, only the volume controls on the Audio System can be operated
  The Rear-Camera Display is not a substitute for proper and safe backing-up procedures. The Rear-Camera Display may not display every object behind the vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution when backing up
Rear-camera
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 REMINDER: The above images are for illustration purposes only and may not reflect actual operation
Tire Mobility Kit*
The Tire Mobility Kit may temporarily seal certain 
types of tire damage .
For operational information, please refer to the 
Owner’s Manual .
A Sealant Bottle
B Compressor
REMINDER: After tire is properly sealed, drive cautiously at a maximum speed of 50 mph for a maximum distance of up to 120 miles  .
Child Safety Locks
Locate these locks on the rear edge of the rear passenger 
doors . Turn the safety lock to the LOCK position to disable 
the inner door handles from opening the rear doors  .
REMINDER: Child Safety Lock is located on rear passenger’s door jamb  .
 
   
 
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 •The Tire Mobility Kit is a temporary fix and is to be used for one tire only; the tire should be inspected as soon as possible •The kit should only be used for sealing/inflating passenger car tires; do not use for inflating any other type of tires •Some damaged tires cannot be sealed completely; do not use the kit if it appears a tire is damaged beyond repair
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B
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ODS detects the presence and position of the front passenger and adjusts or turns off airbag deployment accordingly .
Depending on the situation and type of accident, the system may:
 •Deploy airbag (Adult) 
 •Not deploy the airbag (Unoccupied) 
If the system determines that the airbag should not be deployed, the “PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF” light will illuminate .
PA SSEN GERPA SSEN GER
A IR  BAG
REAROFFCLIMATE
AUTO
Occupant Detection System (ODS) / Passenger Air Bag Off Indicator
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