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  1. 4th Generation Optima (2016 - 2020)
    With my 2017 Optima I can still manually input addresses, etc., while moving (although I don't - I use the voice input). My wife's new 2017 Soul won't allow any manual imputs unless the car is stopped and in Park. I wonder if Kia is going that way with all their vehicles? One of the things I've...
  2. 4th Generation Optima (2016 - 2020)
    I'm thinking of putting in an intake on my 2.0T. I've always been an aem kinda guy. Just noticed there's one for the new car:) I know injen makes nice ones too. Any suggestions or info on this topic would be great. Need advice on best system and why before I start shopping around for the best...
  3. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    My steering wheel is peeling a lot and the rubber sealing on my pano roof is sometimes folded in allowing water to get in and is also cracking. Why the F won't the dealership replace it. Should I just take it to another Kia dealership?
  4. New Member Introductions
    I will be buying a 13 SX-L this coming week and I need some input. I found one at a dealer close to me that was purchased new in 2015 and got repo'd when it had 700 miles on it. The dealer has it for sale now for $22,900 with 750 miles on it. Carfax comes back clean on it and it looks to be...
  5. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    SOOOO out of the blue I find out today that my dealership is venturing in the Kinetic program offered through Kia. I would love to see this be a success however I know the big issue is going to be appearance ,model, and price. I have included the link to see some of the examples of what they...
  6. New Member Introductions
    New to the forum, and just picked up a '13 Optima EX. I'm looking to get insight/information regarding reputable local shops in the Dallas TX area that work on Optimas. Ready to start updating my car. Advice?! - W2K
  7. Wheels, Tires and Suspension
    Hi guys, time for me to replace my tires on my luxury wheels. Thing is I need some input from you all. I've been looking at getting the Cooper Zeon RS3-A, but the only size that I see that is close to fitting is 225/40r18. Will those work on the stock 18in wheels? I'm concerned about the...
  8. Entertainment: Audio, Navigation, and Electronics
    Hey, I have a 2013 SX and I broke the iPod/iPhone AUX USB Input Audio Adapter Cable, (don't ask how or why :$) and I'm wondering where I could buy one ... preferably in Canada. They are $35 bucks at the Dealership which I think is a bit of a gouge. Thanks and cheers, RJM :D
  9. Wheels, Tires and Suspension
    Hello family... Well I know we have a lot of wheel option threads, so here is mine! I've been looking at rims for a good 6+ months (even before I bought her) and still doubting which route to take. I have 5 options and I've been using the Lexus IS as my main point for rims since in my opinion...
  10. Wheels, Tires and Suspension
    Went out to trial fit a wheel on the optima today. First lug nut I put the Kia lug lock on and the **** thing strips off. No sweat, I'll just cut flat sides on it with my cut off wheel. I put a good size Cresent wrench on it and the thing breaks off. Very thin material. Open to options??
  11. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    Hey all. I've been kicking around the idea of writing a letter to KIA detailing common problems we have. I would like to see us compile a list of common problems. Some might think this is a waste of time or stupid, but humor me. I know cars have problems, but I intend to ask what they plan on...
  12. New Member Introductions
    Hi All, I am the owner (for the past three years) of a 2009 Optima LX 2.4L. In general, the car has been a dream. We have put 85k on it in three years, and it has performed admirably. Recently, I started having issues with it going dead on me overnight, as if the battery wasn't recharging...
  13. Wheels, Tires and Suspension
    I've had these on my car for several months now, been trying all sorts of combinations of stiffness settings without much luck. My problem seems to come from the front coilovers. On any significant bumps, it feels like a very hard 'thump', as if the shock is bottoming out (which it's not). If...
  14. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Hi guys , so recently i noticed a very bad void in my SX's HID output I havent touched my stock projectors yet, ive been posting about this on hidplanet and some people there thing my bowl may have some defects in it, they also noted that the light output is very narrow and almost looks like a...
  15. Engine and Technical Discussion
    So my 2012 SX is about 3 weeks old now and I have noticed an engine whine that I thought previously was from the transmission. It will change pitch on RPM and doesn't get worse or better when moving or tranny engaged. It seems to be coming from the left side of the motor on the belt side, or at...
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