Kia Optima: Manual transaxle

Starting the engine with a smart key

1. Carry the smart key or leave it inside the vehicle. 2. Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied 3. Automatic Transaxle - Place the transaxle shift lever in P (Park). Depress the brake pe ...

Automatic transaxle

Depress the brake pedal and the lock release button when shifting. Press the button when shifting. The shift lever can be shifted freely. ...

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Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S). Description and Operation
Description Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) consists of zirconium and alumina and is installed both upstream and downstream of the Manifold Catalytic Converter. The sensor output voltage varies in ...

Overdrive Clutch Control Solenoid Valve(OD/C_VFS). Specifications
Specifications Direct control VFS[35R/C]▷ Control type : Normal low type Control Pressure kpa(kgf/cm², psi) 500.14~9.81(5.1~0.1,72.54~1.42) Curren ...

Removal
1. Remove the following items; A. Engine cover. B. Air cleaner assembly and air duct (A). (Refer to "Intake and Exhaust system" in ...