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. ...
See also:
AVN Head Unit. Components and Components Location
Components
AVN (A/V & Navigation) Head Unit Connector
NO
Connector A
Connector B
1
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CAN H
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Installation
1.
Install the wiper switch.
2.
Install the steering column upper
and lower shrouds.
...
Seat belts - Front passenger and rear seat 3-point system with combination locking
retractor
To fasten your seat belt:
Combination retractor type seat belts are installed in the rear seat positions
to help accommodate the installation of child restraint systems. Although a combination
re ...
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
