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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Intake Manifold. Components and Components Location
Components   1. Intake manifold assembly 2. Electronic throttle body 3. Intake manifold stay 4. Intake manifold gasket ...

Lift And Support Points
When heavy rear components such as suspension, fuel tank, spare tire, tailgate and trunk lid are to be removed, place additional weig ...

Installation
1. Apply a light coat of engine oil to the oil cooler packing surface (A), and then install the oil cooler with fix bolt (B). Tightening torque:44.1 ~ 53.9 N.m (4.5 ~ ...