Kia Optima: Driving your vehicle / Key positions

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Owner's Manual / Driving your vehicle / Key positions

Illuminated ignition switch

Whenever a front door is opened, the ignition switch will illuminate for your convenience, provided the ignition switch is not in the ON position. The light will go off immediately when the ignition switch is turned on. It will also go off after about 30 seconds when the door is closed.

Before driving

Before entering vehicle Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean. Check the condition of the tires. Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks. Be sure th ...

Ignition switch position

LOCK The ignition key can be removed only in the LOCK position. ACC (Accessory) The electrical accessories are operative. If the driver experiences difficulty moving the ignition switch to the ...

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Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Owner's Manual: Children Always in the Rear

WARNING - Restraint Location Never install a child or infant seat on the front passenger's seat. A child riding in the front passenger seat can be forcefully struck by an inflating airbag and seriously injured. WARNING - Hot Child Restraint A child restraint system can become very hot if it i ...

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Owner's Manual: System setting and activation

System setting The Driver Attention Warning system is set to be in the Normal position, when your vehicle is first delivered to you from the factory. To turn ON the Driver Attention Warning system, turn on the engine, and then select 'User Settings → Driver Assistance → Driver Attent ...