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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Moving the front seat forward and backward
Push the control knob forward or backward to move the seat to the desired position.
Release the knob and the seat will lock in that position.
1. Reclining Control Knob
2. Sliding and Height Adju ...
Rain Sensor. Schematic Diagrams
Circuit Diagram
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Armed stage
The Theft-Alarm system is armed as follows.
• After all doors, engine hood, and trunk are locked, press the “LOCK” button
on the transmitter once. The hazard flasher lights will flash once when t ...