Front Seat Adjustment - Manual
Forward and Backward

To move the seat forward or backward:
1. Pull up and hold the seat slide adjustment lever.
2. Slide the seat to the desired position.
3. Release the lever and make sure the seat is locked in place.
Before driving, adjust the seat and make sure it is securely locked. Try to move the seat forward and backward without using the lever. If the seat moves, it is not locked properly.
Seatback Angle

To recline a seatback:
1. Lean forward slightly and lift the seatback recline lever.
2. Carefully lean back against the seatback and adjust the seatback to the desired position.
3. Release the lever and make sure the seatback is locked. (The lever MUST return to its original position for the seatback to lock.)
Seat Height

To change the seat height, move the lever up or down.
- To lower the seat cushion, pump the lever down several times.
- To raise the seat cushion, pull the lever up several times.
Test yourself
A quick Kia Optima DL3 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.