Can a bad transmission cause a car to not start?
Certainly. Automatic and manual transmissions for decades have had what is called a neutral safety switch, which disables the capability of the car to start while in gear. On older transmissions these were mechanical, and as such could wear and break… disconnecting the vehicles starting circuit even in park or neutral.
Does Kia Optima have push start?
2020 Kia Optima Remote Start, Push Button Model | Kia Accessory Guide. The advanced technology of the Remote Start offers the convenience of enabling you to remotely start your Kia up to 500 feet away.
What’s the best way to start a Kia Optima?
Press the ENGINE START/STOP button while depressing the brake pedal. 5. In extremely cold weather (below -18°C (0°F)) or after the vehicle has not been operated for several days, let the engine warm up without depressing the accelerator. Whether the engine is cold or warm, it should be started without depressing the accelerator.
Why does my Kia Optima not push start?
I have a 2013 Kia Optima with a push start. start. My battery is only 3 months old. I took as well. So, I took my car to a shop to get he told me my alternator was fine. He tested which made him think it was the starter. I’m someone who can fix it. If you hear the click,and battery is good,it will be a bad starter. 10 people found this helpful.
Where is the smart key on a Kia Optima?
When the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ACC position or above, if any door is opened, the system checks for the smart key. If the smart key is not in the vehicle, the warning “Key is not in vehicle” will illuminate on the LCD display. And if all doors are closed, the chime will sound for 5 seconds.
What kind of car won’t start push start?
My 2011 push start Kia Optima GDI EX WONT START GOT THE ENGINE LIGHT STILL WAS MOVING BUT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AFTER PULLING OVER AND SHUTTING CAR COMPLETELY OFF WOULD NOT START EVERYTHING WORKS JUST WONT START 23 people found this helpful. I have a 2013 Kia Optima!
Press the ENGINE START/STOP button while depressing the brake pedal. 5. In extremely cold weather (below -18°C (0°F)) or after the vehicle has not been operated for several days, let the engine warm up without depressing the accelerator. Whether the engine is cold or warm, it should be started without depressing the accelerator.
What is the start-stop button on a Kia?
Kia’s start-stop button (or push button start) feature is a very cool feature that improves the driving experience. The Smart Key is also an added bonus that…
When the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ACC position or above, if any door is opened, the system checks for the smart key. If the smart key is not in the vehicle, the warning “Key is not in vehicle” will illuminate on the LCD display. And if all doors are closed, the chime will sound for 5 seconds.
When did the Kia Optima engine go out?
I just purchased a 2014 Kia in Dec 2013 and since that I’ve found myself on the side of the road waiting to be towed. My entire electrical system went out and I had to fight with corporate to assist in the repairs….