Kia Optima: 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 acceleration when you again need to increase your speed. When the vehicle is traveling down steep hills, downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life.
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. ...
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Steering wheel audio controls
The steering wheel may incorporate audio control buttons.
CAUTION
Do not operate audio remote control buttons simultaneously.
VOLUME ( +/- ) (1)
Press the lever upward ( ) to increase the vo ...
Installation
[Front Seat]
1.
Install the connectors and air
ventilation control unit.
2.
Install the air ventilation duct
and blower.
3.
Install the seat back cover ...
To Reset at a Slower Speed
1. Press the COAST/SET switch and hold it. While the switch is pressed, the vehicle
speed will gradually decrease.
2. When the desired speed is obtained, release the COAST/SET switch.
✽ N ...
Categories
Kia Optima Manuals
- Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Owners Manual
- Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Service and Repair Manual
- Kia Optima TF 2011-{2019} Owners Manual
- Kia Optima TF 2011-2025 Service Manual
- Kia Optima MS/Magentis 2000-2005 Owners Manual
