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Transmission overheated

A: Transmission Hot! Park with engine on

B: Transmission cooling Park for 00 min.

C: Trans cooled. Resume driving

  • When driving on muddy and sandy roads under the severe condition, the transmission could be overheated.

  • When the transmission is overheated, the safe protection mode engages and the "Transmission Hot! Park with engine on" warning message will appear on the LCD display with a chime.

  • If this occurs, pull over to a safe location, stop the vehicle with the engine running, apply the brakes and shift the vehicle to P (Park), and allow the transmission to cool.

  • If you ignore this warning, the driving condition may become worse. You may experience abrupt shifts, frequent shifts, or jerkiness. To return to the normal driving condition, stop the vehicle and apply the foot brake or shift into P (Park). Then allow the transmission to cool for a few minutes with engine on, before driving off.

  • When the message "Trans cooled. Resume driving" appears you can continue to drive your vehicle. If the warning messages in the LCD display continue to blink, for your safety, have the system checked by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/ service partner.