transmission KIA OPTIMA HYBRID 2015 Owners Manual

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THE COMPONENTS OF HYBRID VEHICLE
1. Engine : 2.4L
2. Drive motor : 35kW
3. Automatic transmission : 6AT
4. Hybrid starter generator (HSG)
5. High voltage battery system6. HPCU (Hybrid Power Control Unit)
7. Electric Water Pump (EWP)
8. Brake system with hydraulic pump
9. Electric air-conditioning compressor
10. Electric Oil Pump (EOP)
OTFH025001N

H14The HEV system may emit electro-
magnetic waves which can affect the
performance of electronic devices,
such as laptop computers.
If you park the vehicle for a long time,
the hybrid system will discharge. The
vehicle should be driven at least
once per month to maintain a
charge.
When you start the hybrid system in
the "P" transmission position, the
"READY" symbol is illuminated in the
cluster. The driver can drive the vehi-
cle even if the engine is stopped.
Virtual Engine Sound
System(VESS)
The Virtual Engine Sound System
generates an engine sound for
pedestrians to hear the vehicle while
at low speeds in EV mode.
WARNING - Turning off
HEV system
When you leave the vehicle, turn
off the hybrid system. If you
leave the hybrid system on, you
or another vehicle occupant
could depress the accelerator
pedal and, if it is in a position
other than Park, the vehicle will
begin accelerating. This may
result in an accident causing
serious injury or death.

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When the hybrid vehicle shuts
off
When the high voltage battery or 12-
volt battery discharges, or fuel tank is
empty, the hybrid system may not
operate.
If the Hybrid system stops operating
while the vehicle is moving, reduce
the vehicle speed gradually. Pull your
vehicle off the road in a safe area,
and shift the transmission in to Park
(P) position and;
1.Turn on the hazard warning flash-ers.
2.Using the Start button, turn the system OFF. Try to start the Hybrid
system by applying the brake
pedal and pushing the start button.
3.If the Hybrid system will not oper- ate, refer to "EMERGENCY
STARTING" in chapter 6. Before you try to jump start the vehi-
cle, confirm the fuel level. If the fuel
level is low add more fuel before
attempting as emergancy start.
WARNING - Accident
Vehicle
Never touch electric wires or
cable. If exposed electric wires
or cables are visible inside or
outside of your vehicle, an elec-
tric shock may occur.
WARNING - PUTTING
OUT FIRE
If a fire occurs, evacuate the car
immediately and contact the fire
department.

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What to do in an emergency
Jack label1. Model Name
2. Maximum allowable load
3. When using the jack, set yourparking brake.
4. When using the jack, stop the engine.
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 jack must be vertical
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 transmis-
sion.
9. The jack should be used on firm level ground.
10. Jack manufacture
11. Production date
12. Representative company and address
❈ The actual Jack label in the vehicle may differ from the illustration. For
more detailed specifications, refer to the label attached to the jack.
• Type A ■ Example
Type B
Type C
OHYK064001
OHYK064005
OHYK064002