Kia Optima: Automatic Transaxle

Downshifting

When you must slow down in heavy traffic or while driving up steep hills, downshift before the engine starts to “labor’’. Downshifting reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceler ...

Automatic Transaxle Operation

The optional automatic transaxle is electronically controlled. All normal forward driving is done with the shift lever in the D (Drive) position. To move the shift lever from the P (Park) position ...

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To Resume the Preset Speed
The vehicle will automatically resume the speed set prior to cancellation when you press and release the RES/ACCEL switch, providing the vehicle speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h). ...

Inspection
1. Check the strut bearing for wear and damage. 2. Check the spring upper and lower seat for damage and deterioration. 3. Compress and extend the pist ...

Removal
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the steering wheel. (Refer to the ST group - "Steering column & shaft") 3. ...