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 Service and Repair Manual: BCW & RCCA Indicator

Repair procedures Inspection 1. Remove the front door trim. (Refer to Body - "Frond Door Trim") 2. Check that the mirror operates properly as shown in the table below. Removal 1. Di ...

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Service and Repair Manual: Driveshaft and axle

Tightening torque Tightening Torque Item N·m kgf·m lb·ft Front Tire wheel hub nut 107.9 - 127.5 11.0 - 13.0 79.6 - 94.0 Driveshaft caulking nut ...