automatic transmission KIA STONIC 2018 Owners Manual

• Reverse : R
• Neutral : N
• Drive :D
• Sports Mode : 1, 2, 3, 4
Automatic Transaxle Shift Indicator inSports Mode (if equipped)
In the Sports Mode, this indicator in‐
forms which gear is desired while driv‐ ing to save fuel. • Shifting up :
2 , 3, 4
For example

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Indicates that shifting up to the
3rd gear is desired (currently the shift lever is in the 2nd or
1st gear).
When the system is not working prop‐ erly, the indicator is not displayed.
Manual Transaxle Shift Indicator (if
equipped)
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This indicator informs which gear is de‐
sired while driving to save fuel.
- For 5 speed transmission
- Shifting up :
2 , 3, 4, 5
- Shifting down :
3
, 4
- For 6 speed transmission
- Shifting up :
2 , 3, 4, 5, 6
- Shifting down :
3
, 4, 5 For example
:
Indicates that shifting up to the
3rd gear is desired (currently
the shift lever is in the 2nd or1st gear).

:
Indicates that shifting down to
the 3rd gear is desired (current‐
ly the shift lever is in the 4th,5th, or 6th gear).
When the system is not working prop‐
erly, the indicator is not displayed.
Features of your vehicle
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Sports mode (if equipped)

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Whether the vehicle is stationary or in
motion, sports mode is selected by pushing the shift lever from the D
(Drive) position into the manual gate.
To return to D (Drive) range operation, push the shift lever back into the main
gate.
In sports mode, moving the shift lever
backwards and forwards will allow you to make gearshifts rapidly. In contrast
to a manual transaxle, the sports mode
allows gearshifts with the accelerator
pedal depressed.
Using the shift lever
Up (+) : Push the lever forward once to shift up one
gear.
Down (-) : Pull the lever backwards once to shift down one
gear.
NOTICE
•In sports mode, the driver must
execute upshifts in accordance
with road conditions, taking care
to keep the engine speed below
the red zone.
•In sports mode, only the 4 or 6
forward gears can be selected. To
reverse or park the vehicle, move
the shift lever to the R (Reverse)
or P (Park) position as required.
•In sports mode, downshifts are
made automatically when the ve‐
hicle slows down. When the vehicle
stops, 1st gear is automatically
selected.
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•In sports mode, when the engine
rpm approaches the red zone shift
points are varied to upshift auto‐
matically.
•To maintain the required levels of
vehicle performance and safety,
the system may not execute cer‐
tain gearshifts when the shift lev‐
er is operated.
•When driving on a slippery road,
push the shift lever forward into
the +(up) position. This causes the
transmission to shift into the 2nd
gear which is better for smooth
driving on a slippery road. Push
the shift lever to the -(down) side
to shift back to the 1st gear.
Shift lock system (if equipped)
For your safety, the automatic trans‐
axle has a shift lock system which pre‐ vents shifting the transaxle from P
(Park) into R (Reverse) unless the brake
pedal is depressed.
To shift the transaxle from P (Park) in‐ to R (Reverse): 1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.

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Driving your vehicle

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❈The actual Jack label in the vehicle
may differ from the illustration. For
more detailed specifications, refer
to the label attached to the jack.
1. Model Name
2. Maximum allowable load
3. When using the jack, set your park‐
ing brake.
4. When using the jack, stop the en‐ gine.
5. Do not get under a vehicle that is supported by a jack. 6. The designated locations under the
frame
7. When supporting the vehicle, the base plate of the jack must be ver‐
tical under the lifting point.
8. Shift into Reverse gear on vehicles with manual transmission or move
the shift lever to the P position on
vehicles with automatic transaxle.
9. The jack should be used on firm level ground.
10. Jack manufacturer
11. Production date
12. Representative company and ad‐ dress
What to do in an emergency
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Vapor hose (for gasoline engine)
and fuel filler cap
The vapor hose and fuel filler cap
should be inspected at those intervals specified in the maintenance schedule.
Make sure that a new vapor hose or
fuel filler cap is correctly replaced.
Vacuum crankcase ventilation
hoses (if equipped)
Inspect the surface of hoses for evi‐
dence of heat and/or mechanical dam‐ age. Hard and brittle rubber, cracking,
tears, cuts, abrasions, and excessive
swelling indicate deterioration. Particu‐ lar attention should be paid to examine
those hose surfaces nearest to high
heat sources, such as the exhaust manifold.
Inspect the hose routing to assure that
the hoses do not come in contact with
any heat source, sharp edges or mov‐ ing component which might cause heat
damage or mechanical wear. Inspect all
hose connections, such as clamps and couplings, to make sure they are se‐
cure, and that no leaks are present. Ho‐
ses should be replaced immediately if there is any evidence of deterioration
or damage.
Air cleaner filter
Have the air cleaner filter replaced by a
professional workshop. Kia recom‐ mends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/
service partner.
Spark plugs (for gasoline engine)
Make sure to install new spark plugs of
the correct heat range.
WARNING
Do not disconnect and inspect sparkplugs when the engine is hot. Youmay burn yourself.
Valve clearance (for Kappa 1.0L
T-GDI engine)
Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or
engine vibration and adjust if necessa‐ ry. In this case, have the system serv‐
iced by a professional workshop. Kia
recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Cooling system
Check the cooling system components,
such as the radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses and connections for leakage and
damage. Replace any damaged parts.
Coolant
The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule.
Manual transaxle fluid (if
equipped)
Inspect the manual transaxle fluid ac‐
cording to the maintenance schedule.
Automatic transaxle fluid (if
equipped)
Automatic transaxle fluid should not be
checked under normal usage conditions.
Have the automatic transmission fluid changed by a professional workshop
according to the maintenance schedule.
Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
NOTICE
Automatic transaxle fluid color is ba‐
sically red.
As the vehicle is driven, the auto‐
matic transaxle fluid will begin to
look darker. It is normal condition
and you should not judge the need
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Maintenance
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