fuel type KIA OPTIMA 2019 Owners Manual

Introduction
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"E85" fuel is an alternative fuel com-
prised of 85 percent ethanol and 15
percent gasoline, and is manufac-
tured exclusively for use in Flexible
Fuel Vehicles. “E85” is not compati-
ble with your vehicle. Use of “E85”
may result in poor engine perform-
ance and damage to your vehicle's
engine and fuel system. Kia recom-
mends that customers do not use
fuel with an ethanol content exceed-
ing 15 percent.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty
does not cover damage to the fuel sys-
tem or any performance problems
caused by the use of “E85” fuel.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
Never use any fuel containing
methanol. Discontinue use of any
methanol containing product which
may inhibit proper drivability.
Other fuels
Using fuels that contain Silicone (Si),
MMT (Manganese, Mn), Ferrocene
(Fe), and Other metalic additives,
may cause vehicle and engine dam-
age or cause misfiring, poor acceler-
ation, engine stalling, catalyst melt-
ing, clogging, abnormal corrosion,
life cycle reduction, etc.
Also, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(MIL) may illuminate.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
Damage to the fuel system or per-
formance problem caused by the use
of these fuels may not be covered by
your New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
Gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains harmful man-
ganese-based fuel additives Such as
MMT(Methylcyclopentadienyl
Manganese Tricarbonyl). Kia does not
recommend the use of gasoline con-
taining MMT. This type of fuel can
reduce vehicle performance and affect
your emission control system. The
Malfunction Indicator Lamp on the
cluster may come on.
Do not use methanol
Fuels containing methanol (wood
alcohol) should not be used in your
vehicle. This type of fuel can reduce
vehicle performance and damage
components of the fuel system,
engine control system and emission
control system.
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Features of your vehicle
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4
Make sure to refuel your vehicle
according to the “Fuel requirements”
suggested in chapter 1.
If the fuel filler cap requires replace-
ment, use only a genuine Kia cap or
the equivalent specified for your vehi-
cle. An incorrect fuel filler cap can
result in a serious malfunction of the
fuel system or emission control sys-
tem.
WARNING- Cell phone
fires
Do not use cellular phones
while refueling. Electric current
and/or electronic interference
from cellular phones can poten-
tially ignite fuel vapors causing
a fire.
WARNING- Smoking
DO NOT use matches or a lighter
and DO NOT SMOKE or leave a lit
cigarette in your vehicle while at
a gas station especially during
refueling. Automotive fuel is
highly flammable and can, when
ignited, result in fire.
WARNING- Refueling & Vehicle fires
When refueling, always shut the
engine off. Sparks produced by
electrical components related
to the engine can ignite fuel
vapors causing a fire. Once
refueling is complete, check to
make sure the filler cap and
filler door are securely closed,
before starting the engine.CAUTION- Exterior paint
Do not spill fuel on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Anytype of fuel spilled on paintedsurfaces may damage the paint.
WARNING- Portable fuel
container
When using an approved portable
fuel container, be sure to place
the container on the ground prior
to refueling. Static electricity dis-
charge from the container can
ignite fuel vapors causing a fire.
Once refueling has begun, con-
tact with the vehicle should be
maintained until the filling is com-
plete. Use only approved portable
plastic fuel containers designed
to carry and store gasoline.
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Features of your vehicle
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
1. Tachometer
2. Speedometer
3. Engine coolant temperature gauge
4. Fuel gauge
5. Warning and indicator lights
6. LCD display
OJFA048100/OJFA048101
■ ■Type A
❈The actual cluster in the vehicle may differ
from the illustration.
For more details, refer to the "Gauges" in
this chapter.
■ ■ Type B
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Driving your vehicle
The dual clutch transmission canbe thought of as an automatically
shifting manual transaxle. It gives
the driving feel of a manual
transaxle, yet provides the ease of
a fully automatic transaxle.
When D (Drive) is selected, the transmission will automatically shift
through the gears similar to a con-
ventional automatic transaxle.
Unlike a traditional automatic
transaxle, the gear shifting can
sometimes be felt and heard as the
actuators engage the clutches and
the gears are selected.
The dual clutch transmission adopts a dry-type dual clutch,
which is different from the torque
converter of the automatic
transaxle. It shows better accelera-
tion performance and increased
fuel efficiency while driving but ini-
tial launch might be little bit slower
than the automatic transaxle. As a result, gear shifts are some-
times more noticeable than a con-
ventional automatic transmission
and a light vibration during launch-
ing can be felt as the transmission
speed is matched with the engine
speed. This is a normal condition of
the dual clutch transmission.
The dry-type clutch transfers torque more directly and provides a direct-
drive feeling which may feel differ-
ent from a conventional automatic
transaxle with a torque converter.
This may be more noticeable when
launching the vehicle from a stop or
when traveling at low, stop-and-go
vehicle speeds.
When rapidly accelerating at a low vehicle speed, the engine rpm may
increase depending on the vehicle’s
driving condition.
For smooth launch uphill, press down the accelerator pedal
smoothly depending on the current
conditions.(Continued)
Unexpected and sudden vehi-
cle movement can occur if
these precautions are not fol-
lowed.
Do not use engine braking (rapidly shifting from a high
gear to lower gear) on slip-
pery roads. The vehicle may
slip causing an accident.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to your transmission, do not try toaccelerate with the shift leverin R (Reverse) or any forwardgear position with the brakeengaged.
When stopped on a slope, do not hold the vehicle with accel-erator pedal. Engage the serv-ice brake or the parking brake.
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• Stop and tail lamp (LED type) bulb replacement . . 7-87
• Back-up lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-87
• Tail lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-88
• License plate lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-89
• High mounted stop lamp (LED type)bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-90
• Map lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-90
• Vanity mirror lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 7-91
• Room lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-91
• Personal lamp (LED type) bulb replacement . . . . . . 7-92
• Glove box lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-92
• Trunk lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-93
Appearance care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-94
• Exterior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-94
• Interior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-99
Emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-102
• Crankcase emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-102
• Evaporative emission control (including ORVR: Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery) system . . . . 7-102
• Exhaust emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-103
California perchlorate notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-105
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Maintenance
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496108120132144156168180
Miles×1,0007.51522.530 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5
Km×1,00012 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180
Cooling system---I-I-I-I-I-I-
Automatic transmission fluidNo check, No service required
Dual clutch transmission fluid---I---I---I---
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Fuel tank air filter *4-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Fuel lines, hoses and connections---I---I---I---
Parking brake (Foot Type)-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Brake fluid-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
MAINTENANCEINTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models (CONT.)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*
4: Fuel tank air filter is considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended as the level of maintenance will be dependent upon the quality fuel used in the vehicle.
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Maintenance
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496108120132144156168180
Miles×1,00061218243036424854606672788490
Km×1,000102030405060708090100110120130140150
Fuel lines, hoses and connections---I---I---I---
Parking brake (Foot Type)-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Brake fluid-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
MAINTENANCEINTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Turbo Models (CONT.)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
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Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects
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Roadside Assistance is provided on all new current
model year Kia Vehicles from the date the vehicle is deliv-
ered to the first retail buyer or otherwise put into use (in-
service date), whichever is earlier, for a period of 60
months or 60,000 miles, whichever is earlier, subject to
the terms, conditions and exclusions set forth in the Kia
Warranty and Consumer Information Manual applicable
to your model year vehicle.
KMA reserves the right to limit or deny services or other
benefits to any owner or driver when, in KMA's judgment,
the claims and/or service requests are excessive in fre-
quency or type of occurrence.
Toll free consumer assistance
Kia's toll-free Consumer Assistance hot line is staffed
from 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM PST, Monday through Friday
and is accessible by dialing 1-800-333-4Kia (4542).
For more information regarding assistance available,
please refer to your Kia Warranty & Consumer
Information Manual.
Emergency roadside assistance
Kia's toll free Roadside Assistance hot line is staffed 24
hours a day, 365 days a year and is accessible by dialing
1-800-333-4Kia (4542).
Please note that you must provide your Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) to verify coverage at the time
of your call. The VIN can be found on the dash of your
vehicle on the driver’s side, on the door jamb of the dri-
ver’s door, your vehicle’s registration or proof of insur-
ance card.
Kia utilizes a network of over 30,000 roadside assistance
providers. Should you accidentally run out of fuel, require
a battery jump, or need help changing a tire, a Kia
Roadside Assistance Representative will dispatch some-
one to deliver a small quantity of gas, change a flat tire
with your inflated spare, or arrange a battery jump to
allow you to proceed to your destination. We have access
to a network of over 10,000 locksmiths to help you should
you become locked out of your Kia.
In the event that mechanical difficulty renders your vehi-
cle undriveable due to a warranty-related concern, Kia’s
Roadside Assistance Representative will arrange to
transport your vehicle to the nearest Kia dealer or to an
authorized Kia alternative service location.
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE (U.S. ONLY)
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Index
Front seat adjustment - power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Front seat adjustment-manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Front turn signal lamp bulb replacement (Headlamp Type A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-82
Fuel additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Fuel filler lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38 Opening the fuel filler lid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38
Closing the fuel filler lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38
Emergency fuel filler lid release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-41
Fuel gauge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-\
62
Fuel requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol . . . . . . . . 1-3
Other fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Gasoline containing MMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Do not use methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Fuel additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Operation in foreign countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . 7-60 Inner panel fuse replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-62
Engine compartment fuse replacement . . . . . . . . . . 7-64
Fuse/Relay panel description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-66
Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Gasoline containing MMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 4-61
Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14\
8 Glove box lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-118
Glove box lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-92
Gross vehicle weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Hazard warning flasher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Hazardous driving conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-141
Headlamp (High beam) bulb replacement
(Headlamp Type A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-81
Headlamp (Low beam) bulb replacement (Headlamp Type A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-80
Headlamp (Low/High beam) (LED type) bulb replacement (Headlamp Type B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-82
Headlight (Headlamp) escort function . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-119
Headlight leveling device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-111
Headlight position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-104
Headrest (front). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Headrest (rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Heated steering wheel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-51
High - beam operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-105
High beam assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-106
High mounted stop lamp (LED type) bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-90
Highway driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-144
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-58
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Index
Occupant detection system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-52
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-\
63
Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-26
Online factory authorized manuals (U.S. ONLY) . . . . 8-16
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-\
46
Operation in foreign countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Other fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-\
4
Outside rearview mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-55
Outside temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-64
Overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
6-7
Owner maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8Owner maintenance schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Panoramic Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42 Sunroof open warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-43
Sunshade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44\
Sliding the sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-45
Tilting the sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-47
Closing the sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-47
Resetting the sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-47
Parking & Tail light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-104
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-38
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-33 Checking the parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-33 Parking distance warning-reverse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-98
Operation of the parking distance warning-reverse . 4-98
Non-operational conditions of parking distance warning-reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-99
Parking distance warning-reverse precautions. . . . 4-100
Self-diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-100
Personal lamp (LED type) bulb replacement . . . . . . . . 7-92
Pocket lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-119
Position lamp/Day time running lamp (LED type) replacement (Headlamp Type A, B). . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-83
Power brakes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36
Power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-153
Power window lock button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31\
Pre-tensioner seat belt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28
Rear seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17 Headrest (rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-\
18
Folding the rear seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Rear turn signal lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-84
Rear view monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-101
Recommended lubricants and capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7 Recommended SAE viscosity number. . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Record your key number (Folding key) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Record your key number (Smart key) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
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