Kia Optima: Manual Transaxle

Starting the Engine

1. Make sure the parking brake is applied. 2. Manual Transmission - Depress the clutch pedal fully and shift the transmission into Neutral. Keep the clutch pedal depressed while turning the ignitio ...

Manual Transaxle Operation

The manual transaxle has five forward gears. Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, then release it slowly. A special safety feature prevents inadvertent shifting from 5 (Fifth) to R ( ...

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Disassembly
Identify MLA(Mechanical Lash Adjuster), valves, valve springs as they are removed so that each item can be reinstalled in its origina ...

Outside Rearview Mirror Heater
The outside door mirror heater is actuated in connection with the rear window defroster. To heat the outside door mirror glass, push the switch for the rear window defroster. The outside door mir ...

Sunvisors
To use a sunvisor, pull it downward. To use a sunvisor for a side window (if equipped), pull it downward, unsnap it from the bracket and swing it to the side. There is a pocket on the driver’s ...