Kia Optima 2004, Owner'S Manual

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EMERGENCY COMMODITY
(IF EQUIPPED)
There are some emergency commodities
in the vehicle to help you respond to the
emergency situation.
Fire Extinguisher
The fire extinguisher is located in the
trunk.
If there is small fire and you know how
to use the fire extinguisher, take the
following steps carefully.
1. Pull the pin at the top of the
extinguisher that keeps the handle
from being accidentally pressed.
2. Aim the nozzle toward the base of
the fire.
3. Stand approximately 2.5 m (8 ft)
away from the fire and squeeze the
handle to discharge the extinguisher.
If you release the handle, the
discharge will stop.
4. Sweep the nozzle back and forth at
the base of the fire. After the fire
appears to be out, watch it carefully
since it may re-ignite.
First Aid Kit
The first aid kit is located in the glove
box.
There are some items such as scissors,
bandage and adhesive tape and etc. in the
kit to give first aid to an injured person.
Triangle Reflector
The triangle reflector is located in the
trunk.
Place the triangle reflector on the road to
warn oncoming vehicles during
emergencies, such as when the vehicle is
parked by the roadside due to any
problems.
Tire Pressure Gauge
(If Equipped)
You can easily check the tire pressure
with a tire pressure gauge that is found in
the trunk. Tires normally lose some air in
day-to-day use, and you may have to add
a few pounds of air periodically and it is
not usually a sign of a leaking tire, but of
normal wear. Always check tire pressure
when the tires are cold because tire
pressure increases with temperature.
To check the tire pressure, take the
following steps;
1. Unscrew the inflation valve cap that
is located on the rim of the tire.
2. Press and hold the gauge against the
tire valve. Some air will escape as
you begin and more will escape if
you don't press the gauge in firmly.
3. A firm non-leaking push will activate
the gauge.
4. Read the tire pressure on the gauge to
know whether the tire pressure is low
or high.
5. Adjust the tire pressures to the
specified pressure. Refer to
“Recommended Inflation Pressure”
on the page 8-3.
6. Reinstall the inflation valve cap.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
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