Kia Carens: Driving your vehicle / Automatic transaxle

Good driving practices

Never take the vehicle out of gear and coast down a hill. This is extremely hazardous. Always leave the vehicle in gear. Don't "ride" the brakes. This can cause them to overheat and malfunction. ...

Automatic transaxle operation

The automatic transaxle 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 shifts on ...

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Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Components and components location

Component Location 1. Windshield deicer relay (Built-in engine room relay box) 2. Windshield deicer switch (DATC type) 3. Windshield deicer switch (Manual type) 4. Windshield deiecr 5. Deicer connector ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Repair procedures

Replacement [Removal]    • Put on gloves to protect your hands.    • ...