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KIA Rio_Rio5 2005 User Manual

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Transaxle Ranges

O/D (OVERDRIVE) SYSTEM

Pressing the O/D system button cancels and engages
the overdrive system. When the O/D system is can-
celled (button is depressed), the O/D OFF indicator
illuminates and the transaxle gear range is limited to
1st through 3rd. The transaxle will not shift to 4th gear
until the O/D system button is again depressed.
When the ignition is switched OFF, the O/D OFF mode
is automatically cancelled.

WARNING - Automatic

Transaxle

• Before leaving the driver’s seat, always

make sure the shift lever is in the P (PARK)
position; then set the parking brake fully
and shut the engine off. Unexpected and
sudden vehicle movement can occur if these
precautions are not followed in the order
identified.

O/D OFF indicator

This indicator light illuminates in the instrument panel
when the O/D mode is cancelled.

NORMAL OPERATION

P (Park)

This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front
wheels from rotating. Always come to a complete stop
before shifting into this position.

NOTICE

If the O/D OFF indicator flashes, it indicates an
electrical problem with the transaxle. Should this
occur, have the vehicle checked by an Authorized
Kia Dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING

Shifting into P (Park) while the vehicle is in
motion will cause the front wheels to lock and
you will lose driving control of the vehicle.

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