Kia Picanto: Features of the Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) / Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) instruction label. Lever shifting condition

Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) instruction label

Before driving, read the AMT instruction label attached to the driver’s sunvisor. Follow the operating guidance on this label when using the transmission.

Lever shifting condition

WARNING

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of serious injury or death:

• Always check the area around the vehicle for people before selecting D (Drive) or R (Reverse). Pay particular attention to children, who may be difficult to see close to the vehicle.

• Before leaving the driver’s seat, select N (Neutral), apply the parking brake, and place the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button in LOCK/OFF. Failure to follow these precautions may allow sudden, unexpected vehicle movement.

• Do not apply engine braking abruptly by shifting rapidly from a higher gear to a lower gear on slippery roads. The resulting change in braking force may cause the vehicle to skid and lead to an accident.

With the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button in ON, the instrument cluster indicator displays the selected shift lever position. Check this display when selecting a transmission position.

WARNING

• After stopping the vehicle, always select N (Neutral), apply the parking brake and switch off the engine before leaving it.

• Never rely on N (Neutral) to secure the vehicle. Neutral is not a substitute for the parking brake.