Kia Optima: Active eco system
Active ECO operation

Active ECO helps improve fuel efficiency by controlling the engine and transaxle.
But fuel-efficiency can be changed by the driver's driving habits and road conditions.
- When the Active ECO button is pressed the ECO indicator (green) will illuminate
to show that the Active ECO is operating.
- When the Active ECO is activated, it does not turn off even though the
engine is restarted again. To turn off the system, press the active ECO button
again.
- If Active ECO is turned off, it will return to the normal mode.
Limitation of Active ECO operation
If the following conditions occur while Active ECO is operating, the system operation
is limited even though there is no change in the ECO indicator.
- When the coolant temperature is low: The system will be limited until
engine performance becomes normal.
- When driving up a hill: The system will be limited to gain power when
driving uphill because the engine torque is restricted.
- When using sports mode: The system will be limited according to the shift
location.
- When the accelerator pedal is deeply pressed for a few seconds: The system
will be limited, Judging that the driver wants to speed up.
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 ...
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Installation
1.
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
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Removal
1.
Remove the battery and the battery
tray. (Refer to "Charging system" in EE group.)
2.
Remove the under cover (A).
Tightening torque:7.8 ~
11 ...