Ignition Switch - Kia 2016 Optima Owner's Manual

The anti-theft steering column lock (if
equipped) is not a substitute for the
parking brake. Before leaving the dri-
ver's seat, always make sure the shift
lever is engaged in P (Park) for auto-
matic transaxle, set the parking
brake fully and shut the engine off.
Unexpected and sudden vehicle
movement may occur if these pre-
cautions are not taken.
WARNING
- Ignition
switch
Never turn the ignition switch to
LOCK or ACC while the vehicle
is moving. This would result in
loss of directional control and
braking function, which could
cause an accident.
WARNING
- Key holder
• Do not use following key hold-
ers. It is possible drivers to
push the key holder uncon-
sciously and the key position
may be changed to ACC posi-
tion. It may cause the engine
stop.
1. Key holders with a small
purse.
2. Key holders with multiple
keys hung.
3. Key holders with heavy
accessories.
• Sit right up on the driver's
seat and be careful not to
touch the key holder with
knee while driving.
Driving your vehicle
WARNING
- Leaving the
Vehicle
To avoid unexpected or sudden
vehicle movement, never leave
your vehicle if the transmission
is not locked in the P (Park)
position and the parking brake
is fully engaged. Before leaving
the driver's seat, always make
sure the shift lever is engaged in
P (Park), set the parking brake
fully and shut the engine off.
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