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:
Removal
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-)
cable.
2.
Remove the intake manifold. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Intake
manifold")
3.
Disconn ...
The driver’s seat can be adjusted by using the control switches located on the
outside of the seat cushion. Before driving, adjust the seat to the proper position
so as to easily control the steering wheel, pedals and switches on the instrument
panel.
WARNING
The power seat is operable with the ...