Kia Optima: 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 (Reverse). The gearshift lever must be returned to the neutral position before shifting into R (Reverse).
Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped before shifting into R (Reverse).
✽ NOTICE
To avoid premature clutch wear and damage, do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal. Also, don’t use the clutch to hold the vehicle stopped on an upgrade, while waiting for a traffic light, etc.
WARNING - Manual Transaxle
Before leaving the driver’s seat, always set the parking brake fully and shut the engine off. Then make sure the transaxle is shifted into 1st gear. Unexpected and sudden vehicle movement can occur if these precautions are not followed in the order identified.
Manual Transaxle
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Recommended Shifting
Drive the vehicle in the highest gear that allows the engine to run and accelerate
smoothly without hesitating or stalling. This will give you the most efficient fuel
economy and emission control. ...
See also:
Battery Saver Function
✽ NOTICE
The purpose of this feature is to prevent the battery from being discharged.
The system automatically turns off the small light when the driver removes the
ignition key and o ...
Consumer Assistance
Roadside Assistance is provided on all new 2006 model Kia Vehicles from the date
the vehicle is delivered to the first retail buyer or otherwise put into use (in-service
date), whichever is earlie ...
Replacement
1.
1. Disconnect the negative (-)
battery terminal.
2.
Remove the main crash pad lower
cover (A).
3.
Disconnect the power mosfet connector
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