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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Exhaust Manifold. Components and Components Location
Components   1. Hear protector 2. EWGA(Electric Waste Gate Actuator) 3. C-ring 4. Turbo manifold module 5. Turbocharger stay 6. Trubo adapter gasket 7. Turbo ad ...

Limp Home Function
1. Limp Home By TesterIf the PCM(ECM) detects the fault of the SMARTRA or transponder, the PCM(ECM) will allow limp home function of the immobilizer. Limp home is only possible i ...

Headlight Aiming Adjustment
Before performing aiming adjustment, make sure of the following. 1. Keep all tires inflated to the correct pressure. 2. Place the vehicle on level ground and press the front bumper & rear bump ...