Kia Optima: Automatic Transaxle - Maintenance - Kia Optima MS/Magentis 2000-2005 Owners ManualKia Optima: Automatic Transaxle

Changing the Manual Transaxle Oil
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. 2. Remove the drain plug on the bottom of the transaxle. 3. After the oil has drained completely, install a new washer on the plug, reinstall the drain p ...

Checking the Automatic Transaxle Fluid Level
The automatic transaxle fluid level should be checked regularly. The volume of the transaxle fluid changes with temperature. Although it is best to check the level after having driven the vehicle ...

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Self Diagnosis
1. Self-diagnosis process 2. How to read self-diagnostic code After the display panel flickers three times every 0.5 second, the corresponding fault code flick ...

Description
The Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) System consists of a throttle body with an integrated control motor and throttle position sensor (TPS). Instead of the traditional throttle cable, an Accele ...

Removal
• Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces. • To avoid damage, unplu ...

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