Kia 2016 Optima Hybrid Manual page 455

OTFH020030N
The hybrid battery air intake is locat-
ed behind the rear seats.The hybrid
battery air intake is used to cool the
hybrid battery. If the hybrid battery air
intake is blocked, the hybrid battery
may overheat. Do not cover the air
intake with objects.
WARNING -
Air Intake
• Blocking the air intake behind
the rear seats may damage
the hybrid battery.
• Do not allow any water into
the air intake even when
cleaning. If any water enters
the air intake, the Hybrid bat-
tery may cause an electric
shock which can cause seri-
ous injury or death due to
electrocution.
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
H15