KIA Optima Hybrid 2013 - Manual (Page 384)

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When you start the hybrid system in the
"P" transmission position, the "READY"
symbol is illuminated in the cluster. The
driver can drive the vehicle even if the
engine is stopped.
Virtual Engine Sound
System(VESS)
The Virtual Engine Sound System gener-
ates engine sound for pedestrians to
hear vehicle sound because there is no
sound while motor power is used.
The hybrid battery air intake is located
behind the rear seats.The hybrid battery
air intake is used to cool the hybrid bat-
tery. If the hybrid battery air intake is
blocked, the hybrid battery may overheat.
Do not cover the air intake with objects.
WARNING
When you leave the vehicle, you
should turn off the hybrid system. If
you depress the accelerator pedal
by mistake and the vehicle is not in
the "P" position, the vehicle will
accelerate. This may result in seri-
ous injury or death.
WARNING - Air Intake
• Blocking the air intake behind the
rear seats may damage the HEV
battery.
• Do not allow any water into the
air intake even when cleaning. If
any water enters the air intake,
the Hybrid battery may cause an
electric shock which can cause
serious injury or death due to
electrocution.
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