Kia Cee'd: Manual transaxle operation / Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy traffic or while driving up steep hills, downshift before the engine starts to labor. Downshifting reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceleration when you again need to increase your speed. When the vehicle is traveling down steep hills, downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life.
Using the clutch
The clutch pedal should be depressed all
the way to the floor before shifting, then
released slowly. The clutch pedal should
always be fully released while driving. Do
not rest your foot on th ...
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 ...
Other information:
: 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 ...
: Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Drive Modes
Selecting a Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Drive Mode
Your vehicle contains selectable electric
vehicle (EV) modes. Press the button on
the center console to change the mode.
Depending on your drive mode selection
some EV modes may not be available. EV
Now and EV Later modes are only
availabl ...
