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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Installation
1. Remove the ignition key from the vehicle. 2. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least three minutes. 3. Install the seat belt ...

Voice Recognition Activation
The voice recognition engine contained in the Bluetooth® wireless technology System can be activated in the following conditions: - Button Activation The voice recognition system will be acti ...

Rail Pressure Sensor (RPS). Troubleshooting
Signal Waveform ...