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I?ve got a 2011 Optima LX with manual trans and I have to pull up the parking break all of the way (11 or 12 clicks) to have any confidence my car won?t be rolling away from me if parked on any decent incline. Can anyone direct me to the steps to get at the cable? I believe it is a simple...

Folks, maybe you already know this, but the connecting rod issue has lead to KIA conducting a recall for our cars, not just the 120k miles extension we got earlier last year, but a recall, I called KIA today and confirmed, letters will be mailed out at the end of May. Kia service ID: sc147...

Just a heads up. Can't create a thread in News, so posted here instead. Kia Optima Recalled After Driveshafts Crack and Break | CarComplaints.com

Good afternoon, Yesterday I changed the starter on my 2012 Kia. That fixed the start problem I was having but it created two more. When my car starts, there are three intervals of distinct humming coming from the engine. It stops after the three intervals. Additionally, my brake warning light is...

Anyone notices strange sound from engine when double press break pedal in parling mode? I have asked KIA in Facebook about it. They told me to check manual, but manual has nothing about it. It just says - it is okay for hybrid. I am very curios about it

My wife took my SX into DC yesterday for work and when she came out at the end of the day, the back portion of the door handle (front pass side) was broken off. See the pics. In the third pic, there's a couple small scratches on the underside of the part. This coupled with way it was...

I had some few extra LEDs so I thought I would add a brake light strip. The light is only on when the break is applied. It is glued to the inside of the car on the lip of the headliner. You can't see the LED strip unless the break is applied. I always liked them on the Audi. Here is my...

We actually had some impressive weather in NYC this weekend, downright summer-like compared to the single digit temps of a few weeks ago. Decided this past Sunday to take full advantage, gave the car its first top-to-bottom detail: full interior vacuum/clean, leather clean/conditioner, clean...

Totally silly question. I have always driven sticks, so this whole automatic thing is new to me. With the stick, I always used the hand break and put it in gear when parking. With the automatic, I just put it in park and go about my day. Unless it is on a slight incline, and then when my...

So I've begun to try to maximize my regenerative braking but was wondering at what point do the brake pads kick in. If I coast with just touching the brakes, is the regeneration going on only or am I actually riding the brakes? Rob

Does anyone know of a reliable vendor to purchase ss braided brake lines? I have looked several places and can't find them. I am going to Virginia International Raceway (VIR) in September for some fun. I would like to upgrade my brakes system with better pads and braided lines for the track...

YO, I have 1100 miles on my new SX and since about day three I have noticed some break squeal when applying pressure. Is there a simple remedy for this? I'm not a car guy and have no clue what to do except take it to the dealer. Thanks, B.

Yesterday and today i noticed that upon entering the car i did not get my Welcome message on the screen when i tapped the break to start the car.. This is supposed to happen when initially starting the car. I went to the store, cae out and proceeded to start the car then I got my Welcome...

All of the smart a$$ people please don't reply. I've read the previous post, and I also used the searched feature. I'm trying to change my led license plate and reverse light bulbs. I was like, yes I can do this when I removed the cover with no problem, but as soon as I got to them d*** bulbs...

Well guys, It didnt last long. I traded the Loaded SX off on Saturday. It had 5237 miles on it. Bought a New 2012 Dealer Modified Mustang GT. Got it for much less than they were asking and there was a 3500.00 rebate. So I lost very little on the Kia. THough they did try to give me only 24k...