Kia Optima: Installation

Replacement

1. Turn ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable. 3. Disconnect the TCM connector (A). 4. Re ...

Transaxle Oil Temperature Sensor. Description and Operation

Description Transaxle oil temperature sensor monitors the automatic transaxle fluid's temperature and conveys the readings to TCM. It is an NTC (Negative Thermal Coefficient) sensor whose res ...

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Description and Operation
Description Ignition timing is controlled by the electronic control ignition timing system. The standard reference ignition timing data for the engine operating conditions are preprogrammed in ...

Changing the Automatic Transaxle Fluid
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. 2. Remove the drain plug located at the bottom center front of the transaxle pan. 3. After the oil has drained, completely install a new washer on the plug ...

Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Adjust the rearview mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Make this adjustment before you start driving and while the day/night lever is in the day position. Pull the day/night ...