Kia Optima: 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. However, never operate the engine with the tachometer (RPM) in the red area.
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 ( ...
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 ...
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Inspection
1.
Check the brake tubes for cracks,
crimps and corrosion.
2.
Check the brake hoses for cracks,
damage and fluid leakage.
3.
Check the brake tube flar ...
Inspection
1.
Disconnect the ignition switch
connector (A) and key warning switch connector (B) from the steering column.
2.
Check for continuity between
the ter ...
Intercooler. Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1.
Disconnect the battery terminals.
(Refer to Engine and transaxle assembly in this group)
2.
Remove the air cleaner assembly
and the int ...