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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Installation
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Install the component with the specified
torques.
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Note tha ...
Components (3)
1. Vaccum hose
2. Tube mounting braket
3. Check valve
4. Intensifier
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Owner Maintenance Precautions
Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions
only for items that are easy to perform.
WARNING - Maintenance Work
You can be seriously injured while p ...