Kia Carens: Automatic transaxle / 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 a new vehicle, if the battery has been disconnected,
may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and the shifting sequence will
adjust after shifts are cycled a few times by the TCM (Transaxle Control Module)
or PCM (Powertrain Control Module).
For smooth operation, depress the brake pedal when shifting from N (Neutral)
to a forward or reverse gear.
WARNING - Automatic transaxle
- Always check the surrounding areas near your vehicle for people, especially
children, before shifting a vehicle into D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
- Before leaving the driver’s seat, always make sure the shift lever is
in the P (Park) position; then set the parking brake fully and shut the engine
off. Unexpected and sudden vehicle movement can occur if these precautions are
not followed in the order identified.
- Do not use the engine brake (shifting from a high gear to lower gear)
rapidly on slippery roads. The vehicle may slip causing an accident.
CAUTION
- To avoid damage to your transaxle, do not accelerate the engine in R
(Reverse) or any forward gear position with the brakes on.
- When stopped on an upgrade, do not hold the vehicle stationary with engine
power. Use the service brake or the parking brake.
- Do not shift from N (Neutral) or P (Park) into D (Drive), or R (Reverse)
when the engine is above idle speed.
The indicator lights in the instrument cluster displays the shift lever position
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
P (Park)
Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P (Park). ...
Other information:
Service Interval
Service in
It calculates and displays when you need a scheduled maintenance service (mileage
or days).
If the remaining mileage or time reaches 1,500 km (1,500 mi.) or 30 days, “Service
in” message is displayed for several seconds each time you set the ignition switch
or Eng ...
✽ NOTICE
The actual warning sound and indicator may differ from the illustration
according to objects or sensor status.
Do not wash the vehicle's sensor with high pressure water.
CAUTION
This system can only sense objects within the range and location of the
sensors; It can not detect o ...