KIA Optima Hybrid (2018 year). Manual — part 11

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Sunshade

To open the sunshade

Push the sunroof control lever back-
ward to the 1st detent position.

To close the sunshade when the
sunroof glass is closed

Push the sunroof control lever for-
ward to the 1st detent position.
To stop the sliding at any point, press
the sunshade control switch momen-
tarily.

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NOTICE

Wrinkles formed on the sunshade as
material characteristic are normal.

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NOTICE

Only the front glass of the panora-
ma sunroof opens and closes.

Sliding the sunroof

When the sunshade is closed

Push the sunroof control lever back-
ward to the 2nd detent position, both
the sunshade and sunroof glass will
slide all the way open. To stop the
sunroof movement at any point, push
the sunroof control glass lever
momentarily.

CAUTION

- Automatic

sunroof shade

• Do not pull or push the sun-

shade by hand as such action
may damage the sunshade or
cause it to malfunction.

• Close the sunroof when driv-

ing in dusty environments.
Dust may cause a malfunction
of the vehicle system.

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When the sunshade is opened

Push the sunroof glass control lever
backward to the 1st or 2nd detent
position, the sunroof glass will be
opened.
To stop the sunroof glass movement
at any point, push the sunroof control
lever momentarily.

Automatic reversal

If an object or part of the body is
detected while the sunroof is closing
automatically, it will reverse the direc-
tion, and then stop.
The auto reverse function does not
work if a tiny obstacle is between the
sliding glass and the sunroof sash.
You should always check that all pas-
sengers and objects are away from
the sunroof before closing it.
Objects less than 4 mm (0.16 inch) in
diameter caught between the sun-
roof glass and the front glass chan-
nel may not be detected by the auto-
matic reverse glass and the glass will
not stop and reverse direction.

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WARNING

- Sunroof

Operation

When closing the sunroof, make
sure there are no body parts in
the movement range of the slid-
ing roof. Parts of the body could
become trapped or crushed.

WARNING

- Sunroof

Do not extend the face, neck,
arms or body outside the sun-
roof while driving.

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NOTICE

If you drive with the sunroof opened
right after a vehicle wash or rain,
water may get inside the vehicle.

Tilting the sunroof

When the sunshade is closed

Push the sunroof control lever upward,
the sunshade will slide halfway open
then the sunroof glass will tilt.
To stop the sunroof movement at any
point, pull or push the sunroof control
lever momentarily.

When the sunshade is opened

Push the sunroof control lever
upward, the sunroof glass will tilt.
To stop the sunroof movement at any
point, pull or push the sunroof control
lever momentarily.

Closing the sunroof

To close the sunroof glass with
the sunshade

Push the sunroof control lever for-
ward to the 2nd detent position. The
sunroof glass and sunshade will
close automatically.
To stop the sunroof movement at any
point, pull or push the sunroof control
lever momentarily.

To close the sunroof glass only

Push the sunroof control lever for-
ward to the 1st detent position. The
sunroof glass will close automatically.
To stop the sunroof movement at any
point, push the sunroof control lever
momentarily.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the sun-
roof, periodically remove any
dirt that may accumulate on the
guide rail.

CAUTION

- Sunroof motor

damage

If you try to open the sunroof
when the temperature is below
freezing or when the sunroof is
covered with snow or ice, the
glass or the motor could be
damaged.

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Resetting the sunroof

Whenever the vehicle battery is dis-
connected or discharged, you must
reset your sunroof system as follows:
1.Start the engine.
2.Close the sunshade and sunroof

completely if opened.

3.Release the sunroof control lever.
4.Push the sunroof control lever for-

ward in the direction of close
(about 10 seconds) until the sun-
shade slightly moves.

Then,

release the lever.

5.Push the sunroof control lever for-

ward in the direction of close, until
the sunroof operates as follows
again:

Sunshade Open

→

Glass Tilt Open

→

Glass Slide Open

→

Glass Slide

Close

→

Sunshade Close

Then, release the lever.

When this is complete, the sunroof
system has been reset and one
touch open and close should be
restored.

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NOTICE

If the sunroof is not reset when the
vehicle battery is disconnected or
discharged, or related fuse is blown,
the sunroof may operate improper-
ly.

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Electric power steering (EPS)

The power steering uses a motor to
assist you in steering the vehicle. If
the engine is off or if the power steer-
ing system becomes inoperative, the
vehicle may still be steered, but it will
require increased steering effort.
The motor driven power steering is
controlled by a power steering con-
trol unit which senses the steering
wheel torque and vehicle speed to
command the motor.
The steering becomes heavier as the
vehicle’s speed increases and
becomes lighter as the vehicle’s
speed decreases for optimum steer-
ing control.
Should you notice any change in the
effort required to steer during normal
vehicle operation, have the power
steering checked by an authorized
Kia dealer.

• If the Electric Power Steering

System does not operate normally,
the warning light will illuminate on
the instrument cluster. The steering
wheel may require increased
steering effort. Take your vehicle to
an authorized Kia dealer and have
the vehicle checked as soon as
possible.

• When you operate the steering

wheel in low temperature, noise
may occur. If temperature rises, the
noise will likely disappear. This is a
normal condition.

• When the vehicle is stationary, and

the steering wheel is turned all the
way to the left or right continuous-
ly, the steering wheel becomes
harder to turn. The power assist is
limited to protect the motor from
overheating.
As time passes, the steering wheel
will return to its normal condition.

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NOTICE

The following symptoms may occur
during normal vehicle operation:
• The EPS warning light does not

illuminate.

• The steering gets heavy immedi-

ately after turning the Engine
Start/Stop button is ON position.
This happens as the system per-
forms the EPS system diagnostics.
When the diagnostics are complet-
ed, the steering wheel will return
to its normal condition.

• A click noise may be heard from

the EPS relay after turning the
Engine Start/Stop button is ON or
OFF position.

• A motor noise may be heard when

the vehicle is at a stop or at a low
driving speed.

• If the Electric Power Steering

System does not operate normally,
the warning light will illuminate on
the instrument cluster. The steer-
ing wheel may become difficult to
control or operate abnormally.
Take your vehicle to an authorized
Kia dealer and have the vehicle
checked as soon as possible.

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• When the charging system warning

light comes on due to the low volt-
age (When the alternator or bat-
tery) does not operate normally or
malfunctions), the steering wheel
may require increased steering
effort.

Tilt and telescopic steering

Tilt and telescopic steering allows
you to adjust the steering wheel
before you drive. You can also raise it
to give your legs more room when
you exit and enter the vehicle.

The steering wheel should be posi-
tioned so that it is comfortable for
you to drive, while permitting you to
see the instrument panel warning
lights and gauges.

To change the steering wheel angle,
pull down the lock-release lever (1),
adjust the steering wheel to the
desired angle (2) and height (3, if
equipped) then pull up the lock-
release lever to lock (4) the steering
wheel in place. Be sure to adjust the
steering wheel to the desired posi-
tion before driving.

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NOTICE

After adjustment, sometimes the
lock release lever may not lock the
steering wheel. It is not a malfunc-
tion. This occurs when two gears are
not engaged correctly. In this case,
adjust the steering wheel again and
then lock the steering wheel.

WARNING

- Steering

wheel adjustment

Never adjust the angle and
height of the steering wheel
while driving. You may lose
steering control.

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Heated steering wheel
(if equipped)

With the Engine Start/Stop button is
ON position, pressing the heated
steering wheel button warms the
steering wheel. The indicator on the
button will illuminate.
To turn the heated steering wheel off,
press the button once again. The
indicator on the button will turn off.

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NOTICE

The heated steering wheel will turn
off automatically approximately 30
minutes after the heated steering
wheel is turned on.

CAUTION

• Do not install any type of grip

cover for the steering wheel, it
may impair the function of the
heated steering wheel system.

• When cleaning the heated

steering wheel, do not use an
organic solvent such as paint
thinner, benzene, alcohol and
gasoline. Doing so may dam-
age the surface of the steering
wheel.

• If the surface of steering

wheel is damaged by sharp
object, damage to the heated
steering wheel components
could occur.

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WARNING

If the steering wheel becomes
too warm, turn the system off.
The heated steering wheel may
cause burns even at low tem-
peratures, especially if used for
long periods of time.

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Horn

To sound the horn, press the horn
symbols on your steering wheel.
Check the horn regularly to be sure it
operates properly.

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NOTICE

To sound the horn, press the area
indicated by the horn symbol on
your steering wheel (see illustra-
tion). The horn will operate only
when this area is pressed.

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MIRRORS

Inside rearview mirror

Adjust the rearview mirror so that the
center view through the rear window
is seen. Make this adjustment before
you start driving.
Do not place objects in the rear seat
or cargo area which would interfere
with your vision through the rear win-
dow.

Day/night rearview mirror
(if equipped)

Make this adjustment before you
start driving and while the day/night
lever (3) is in the day position.
Pull the day/night lever (3) toward
you to reduce the glare from the
headlights of the vehicles behind you
during night driving.
Remember that you lose some
rearview clarity in the night position.

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(1) : Day, (2) : Night

WARNING

- Mirror adjust-

ment

Do not adjust the rearview mir-
ror while the vehicle is moving.
This could result in loss of con-
trol.

WARNING

Do not modify the inside mirror
and don’t install a wide mirror. It
could result in injury during an
accident or deployment of the
air bag.

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Electric chromatic mirror (ECM)
(if equipped)

The electric rearview mirror automat-
ically controls the glare from the
headlights of the vehicles behind you
in nighttime or low light driving condi-
tions. The sensor mounted in the mir-
ror senses the light level around the
vehicle and automatically controls
the headlight glare from the vehicles
behind you.
When the engine is running, the
glare is automatically controlled by
the sensor mounted in the rearview
mirror.
Whenever the shift lever is shifted
into reverse (R), the mirror will auto-
matically go to the brightest setting in
order to improve the drivers view
behind the vehicle.

To operate the electric rearview mirror:

• The mirror defaults to the ON posi-

tion whenever the ignition switch is
turned on.

• Press the ON/OFF button (1) to

turn the automatic dimming func-
tion off. The mirror indicator light
(2) will turn off.
Press the ON/OFF button (1) to
turn the automatic dimming func-
tion on. The mirror indicator light
(2) will illuminate.

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(2) : Indicator, (3) : Sensor

CAUTION -

Cleaning
mirror

When cleaning the mirror, use a
paper towel or similar material
dampened with glass cleaner.
Do not spray glass cleaner
directly on the mirror. It may
cause the liquid cleaner to enter
the mirror housing.

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Outside rearview mirror

Be sure to adjust the mirror angles
before driving.
Your vehicle is equipped with both
left-hand and right-hand outside
rearview mirrors. The mirrors can be
adjusted remotely with the remote
switch. The mirror heads can be fold-
ed back to prevent damage during an
automatic vehicle wash or when
passing through a narrow street.
The right outside rearview mirror is
convex. Objects seen in the mirror
are closer than they appear.
Use your interior rearview mirror or
direct observation to determine the
actual distance of following vehicles
when changing lanes.

If the mirror is jammed with ice, do
not adjust the mirror by force. Use an
approved spray de-icer (not radiator
antifreeze) to release the frozen
mechanism or move the vehicle to a
warm place and allow the ice to melt.

Adjusting outside rearview mirror

The electric remote control mirror
switch allows you to adjust the posi-
tion of the left and right outside
rearview mirrors. To adjust the posi-
tion of either mirror, press the R or L
button (1) to select the right side mir-
ror or the left side mirror, then press a
corresponding point (

) on the mir-

ror adjustment control to position the
selected mirror up, down, left or right.
After adjustment, press the R or L
button again to prevent the inadver-
tent adjustment.

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WARNING

- Mirror

adjustment

Do not adjust or fold the outside
rearview mirrors while the vehi-
cle is moving. This could result
in loss of control.

CAUTION -

Rearview
mirror

Do not scrape ice off the mirror
face; this may damage the sur-
face of the glass. If ice should
restrict the movement of the mir-
ror, do not force the mirror for
adjustment. To remove ice, use a
deicer spray, a sponge or soft
cloth with very warm water.

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Reverse parking aid function
(if equipped)

While the vehicle is moving in
reverse, the outside rearview mir-
ror(s) will move downward to aid
reverse parking. According to the
position of the outside rearview mir-
ror switch (1), the outside rearview
mirror(s) will operate as follows:

L/R : When the remote control outside

rearview mirror switch (1) is
selected to the L (left) or R (right)
position, both outside rearview
mirrors will move downward.

Neutral : When the remote control

outside rearview mirror
switch is placed in the mid-
dle, the outside rearview
mirrors will not operate
while the vehicle is moving
rearward.

The outside rearview mirrors will
automatically revert to their original
positions under the following condi-
tions :
1. The Engine Start/Stop button is in

the OFF position.

2. Shift lever is moved to any posi-

tion except R (Reverse).

3. Remote control outside rearview

mirror switch is placed in the mid-
dle.

CAUTION -

Outside mirror

• The mirrors stop moving when

they reach the maximum
adjusting angles,

but the

motor continues to operate
while the switch is pressed.
Do not press the switch longer
than necessary, the motor
may be damaged.

• Do not attempt to adjust the

outside rearview mirror by
hand. Doing so may damage
the parts.

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Folding the outside rearview mirror
(if equipped)

Electric type

The outside rearview mirror can be
folded or unfolded by pressing the
switch when the Engine Start/Stop
button is in the ON position as below.
Left (1) : The mirror will unfold.
Right (2) : The mirror will fold.

Center (AUTO, 3) :
The mirror will fold or unfold automat-
ically as follows:
• The mirror will fold or unfold when

the door is locked or unlocked by
the folding key or smart key.

• The mirror will fold or unfold when

the door is locked or unlocked by the
button on the outside door handle.

• The mirror will unfold when you

approach the vehicle (all doors
closed and locked) with a smart
key in possession. (if equipped)

Manual type

To fold the outside rearview mirror,
grasp the housing of the mirror and
then fold it toward the rear of the
vehicle.

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CAUTION -

Electric type

outside rearview mirror

The electric type outside rearview
mirror operates even though the
engine start/stop button is in the
OFF position. However, to prevent
unnecessary battery discharge,
do not adjust the mirrors longer
than necessary while the engine
is not running.
In case it is an electric type out-
side rearview mirror, don’t fold it
by hand. It could cause motor fail-
ure.

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

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1. Hybrid system gauge

2. Fuel gauge

3. Speedometer

4. Warning and indicator lights

5. LCD display (including Trip computer)

6. Battery SOC (State of Charge) gauge

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For Plug in Hybrid

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For Hybrid

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The actual cluster in the vehicle may differ

from the illustration.
For more details, refer to the “Gauges” in
this chapter.

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Instrument Cluster Control

Adjusting Instrument Cluster
Illumination

The brightness of the instrument
panel illumination is changed by
pressing the illumination control but-
ton (“+”

or “-”) when Engine

Start/Stop button is ON, or the tail-
lights are turned on.

• If you hold the illumination control

button (“+” or “-”), the brightness
will be changed continuously.

• If the brightness reaches to the

maximum or minimum level, an
alarm will sound.

LCD Display Control

The LCD display modes can be
changed by using the control buttons
on the steering wheel.

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Type A

■

Type B

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[Type A]
(1)

: MODE button for changing

modes

(2)

/

/OK : SELECT scroll switch

for setting the select-
ed item and RESET
scroll switch for reset-
ting items

[Type B]
(1)

: MODE button for changing

modes

(2)

/

/OK : SELECT scroll switch

for setting the
selected item and
RESET scroll switch
for resetting items

(3)

: RETURN button for moving

the previous mode or item
(if equipped)

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For the LCD modes, refer to “LCD
Display” in this chapter.

Gauges

Speedometer

The speedometer indicates the
speed of the vehicle and is calibrated
in miles per hour (mph) and/or kilo-
meters per hour (km/h).

Engine coolant temperature gauge

This gauge shows the temperature
of the engine coolant when the
Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON
position.
Do not continue driving with an over-
heated engine. If your vehicle over-
heats, refer to “If the engine over-
heats” in chapter 7.
If the gauge pointer moves beyond
the normal range area toward the
“Red (H)” position, it indicates over-
heating that may damage the
engine.

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