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 ...

: Traction Control
How Does Traction Control Work If your vehicle begins to slide, the system applies the brakes to individual wheels and, when needed, reduces power at the same time. If the wheels spin when accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces, the system reduces power in order to increase traction. Switc ...