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Kia Optima Hybrid 2020 User Manual

Kia Optima Hybrid 2020
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Kia Optima Hybrid 2020 Specifications

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BrandKia
ModelOptima Hybrid 2020
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Hybrid/Plug-in Hybrid System Overview

HEV (HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE) SYSTEM

Explains the Kia Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) system, powered by a 270V high-voltage HEV battery.

PHEV (PLUG-IN ELECTRIC VEHICLE) SYSTEM

Details the Kia Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) system, sharing characteristics of hybrid and all-electric vehicles.

CHARGING THE PLUG-IN HYBRID VEHICLE

Provides information on charging the plug-in hybrid vehicle, including AC Charger and Trickle Charger options.

DRIVING THE HYBRID/PLUG-IN HYBRID VEHICLE

Explains how to drive the hybrid or plug-in hybrid vehicle, including mode changes and indicators.

STARTING THE HYBRID/PLUG-IN HYBRID VEHICLE (SMART KEY)

Details the procedure for starting the hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle using the smart key.

COMPONENTS OF THE HYBRID/PLUG-IN HYBRID VEHICLE

Lists and illustrates the key components of the hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicle.

Safety features of your vehicle

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Outlines key safety precautions and recommendations for safe driving, emphasizing seat belts and child restraints.

Seat belts

Explains the seat belt restraint system, including proper positioning, care, and warnings for damaged or twisted belts.

Child Restraint System (CRS)

Provides guidance on child restraint systems, emphasizing rear seat placement and proper restraint.

Air bag - advanced supplemental restraint system

Explains the air bag system components, operation, warnings, and factors affecting deployment.

Features of your vehicle

Smart key

Covers smart key functions, including recording key numbers, functions, loss, precautions, and battery replacement.

Driving your vehicle

Before driving

Covers essential checks and actions before driving, including vehicle inspection, necessary fluid checks, and pre-drive steps.

Engine start/stop button

Explains the operation of the illuminated engine start/stop button, its positions (OFF, ACC, ON, START/RUN), and starting the hybrid system.

Automatic transmission

Details the operation of the automatic transmission, including shift lever positions and shifting sequences.

Brake system

Covers power brakes, disc brake wear indicators, parking brake operation, and general braking system warnings.

Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (FCA) system

Explains the FCA system's purpose, settings, activation, warnings, and limitations for detecting and monitoring vehicles ahead.

Cruise Control System

Details the operation of the cruise control system, including setting speed, temporarily accelerating, and canceling the system.

Smart cruise control with Stop & Go system (IF EQUIPPED)

Explains the smart cruise control system's function, limitations, settings, and operation, including vehicle-to-vehicle distance.

BLIND SPOT COLLISION WARNING (BCW)/ REAR CROSS-TRAFFIC COLLISION WARNING (RCCW) (IF EQUIPPED)

Explains the BCW and RCCW systems, their operation, system settings, activation, limitations, and warning indicators.

LANE KEEPING ASSIST (LKA) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Details the Lane Keeping Assist system's design, operation, warnings, and function changes between Standard and Active LKA modes.

What to do in an emergency

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY WHILE DRIVING

Provides guidance on what to do if the engine stalls while driving, or if a flat tire occurs, including safe stopping and pulling over.

IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START

Details troubleshooting steps if the engine doesn't turn over or turns over slowly, and what to do if the engine turns over but doesn't start.

EMERGENCY STARTING

Explains the procedure for jump-starting a vehicle safely, including warnings about battery hazards and proper cable connection.

If the engine overheats

Provides steps to take if the engine overheats, including safety precautions and checking coolant levels.

If you have a flat tire (With Tire Mobility Kit)

Provides instructions and warnings for using the Tire Mobility Kit to temporarily repair a flat tire.

Maintenance

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