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 acceler ...

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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Inspection
1. Check the rubber parts for wear and deterioration. 2. Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound du ...

Removal
1. Disconnect the vapor hose (A). 2. Remove the PCV valve (B). ...

Intake Actuator. Description and Operation
Description 1. The intake actuator is located at the blower unit. 2. It regulates the intake door by signal from control unit. 3. Pressing the intake ...