Kia Optima: Before driving

Driving your vehicle

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Before entering vehicle

Be sure that all windows, outside mirror( s), and outside lights are clean. Check the condition of the tires. Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks. Be sure there are no obstacles beh ...

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Manual Transaxle Operation
The manual transaxle has five forward gears. Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, then release it slowly. A special safety feature prevents inadvertent shifting from 5 (Fifth) to R ( ...

Owner’s Responsibility
NOTICE Maintenance, Service and Record Retention are the owner’s responsibility. You should retain documents to show proper maintenance has been performed on your vehicle in accordance with the ...

Automatic Transaxle. Components and Components Location
Components Location 1. Converter housing 2. Automatic transaxle case 3. Rear cover 4. Valve body cover 5. Manual control lever 6. Air breather hose 7. Inhib ...