Kia Optima: Driving your vehicle / Automatic transmission

Starting the engine with a smart key

1.Carry the smart key or place it inside the vehicle. 2.Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied 3.Place the transmission shift lever in P (Park). Depress the brake pedal fully. You can also ...

Automatic transmission operation

The automatic transmission has 6 forward speeds and one reverse speed. The individual speeds are selected automatically, depending on the position of the shift lever. ✽ NOTICE The first few shif ...

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Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Owner's Manual: Headrest (for front seat)

The driver's and front passenger's seats are equipped with a headrest for the occupant's safety and comfort. The headrest not only provides comfort for the driver and front passenger, but also helps protect the head and neck in the event of a rear collision. For maximum effectiveness in case ...

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Service and Repair Manual: Ignition Switch Assembly

Repair procedures Removal 1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal. 2. Remove the steering column upper & lower shroud panel. (Refer to Body - "Steering Column Shroud Panel") 3. Remove the ignition lock ...