Kia K900: Automatic transmission operationThe automatic transmission has 8 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 (Transmission Control Module) or PCM (Powertrain Control Module).
CAUTION
Transmission
To avoid damage to your transmission, do not accelerate the engine in R (Reverse) or any forward gear position with the brakes on. The transmission may be damaged if you shift into P (Park) while the vehicle is in motion.
When stopped on an incline, do not hold the vehicle with engine power. Use the service brake or the parking brake.
Transmission rangesElectronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates:
Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
When you dea ...
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the number used in registering your
car and in all legal matters pertaining to its ownership, etc.
The number is punched on the floor under the front pa ...
USB charger
The USB charger is designed to recharge batteries of small size electrical devices
using a USB cable. The electrical devices can be recharged when the Engine Start/Stop
button is in ACC/ON/START ...