Kia K900: Automatic transmission operation
The 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 ranges
The indicator in the instrument cluster and shift lever displays the shift lever
position when the Engine Start/Stop Button is in the OFF/ ACC/ON position.
P (Park)
Always come to a complete sto ...
See also:
Starting the engine
WARNING
Proper footwear
Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your vehicle. Unsuitable shoes
(high heels, ski boots, sandals, etc.) may interfere with your ability to use the
brake and ac ...
High mounted stop light
If the light bulb does not operate, we recommend the vehicle be checked by an
authorized K900 Kia dealer.
A skilled technician should check or repair the high mounted stop light, for
it may aff ...
Electrical equipment
The electrical system of your vehicle is designed to perform under all reasonably
expected operating conditions. However, before any additional electrical equipment
is installed in your vehicle, c ...
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