Kia Picanto: Driving your vehicle / Automatic transaxle

Good driving practices

Never take the vehicle out of gear and coast down a hill. This is extremely hazardous. Always leave the vehicle in gear. Don't "ride" the brakes. This can cause them to overheat and m ...

Automatic transaxle operation

The automatic transaxle has 4 forward speeds and one reverse speed. The individual speeds are selected automatically, depending on the position of the shift lever. NOTICE The first few shift ...

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Kia Picanto JA 2017-2024 Service & Repair Manual: Exhaust System

Repair procedures Inspection 1. Visually check the pipes, hangers and connections for severe corrosion, leaks or damage. 2. Check for unusual exhaust sounds or abnormal exhaust fumes. ...

Kia Picanto JA 2017-2024 Owner's Manual: Theft-alarm system

Vehicles equipped with a theft alarm system will have a label attached to the vehicle with the following words: 1. WARNING 2. SECURITY SYSTEM This system is designed to provide protection from unauthorized entry into the car. This system is operated in three stages: the first is the ...