Kia Optima: Knowing your vehicle
KeysTransaxle Ranges
P (Park)
Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P. This position locks the
transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating. Always come to a complete
stop before shifting into ...
Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAPS). Description and Operation
Description
Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAPS) is a speed-density
type sensor and is installed on the surge tank. It senses absolute pressure
of the surge tank and transfers the analog si ...
Good braking practices
WARNING
Whenever you leave or park your vehicle, always set the parking brake
as far as possible and fully engage the vehicle's transaxle into the P (Park)
position. If the parking brak ...