Kia Optima: Automatic Transaxle

Downshifting

When you must slow down in heavy traffic or while driving up steep hills, downshift before the engine starts to “labor’’. Downshifting reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceleration ...

Automatic Transaxle Operation

The optional automatic transaxle is electronically controlled. All normal forward driving is done with the shift lever in the D (Drive) position. To move the shift lever from the P (Park) position ...

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Opening the trunk
Press the trunk unlock button for more than 1 second on the transmitter (or smart key). Press the button on the trunk handle with the smart key in your possession. Once the trunk is opene ...

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
When the wipers no longer clean adequately, the blades may be worn or cracked, and require replacement. ✽ NOTICE To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint ...

Schematic Diagrams
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