Kia Cee'd: 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 highly efficient automatic transaxle has 6 forward speeds and one reverse speed. The individual speeds are selected automatically, depending on the position of the shift lever. ✽ NOTI ...

Other information:

: Catalytic Converter
What Is the Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter is part of your vehicle's emissions system and filters harmful pollutants from the exhaust gas. Catalytic Converter Precautions WARNING: Do not park, idle or drive your vehicle on dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system he ...

: Hill Start Assist
What Is Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist makes it easier for you to pull away when your vehicle is on a slope without using the parking brake. How Does Hill Start Assist Work When the system activates, your vehicle remains stationary for a few seconds after you release the brake pedal. This g ...