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Knowing your vehicle

AIR BAG - ADVANCED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

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Driver’s air bag

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Front passenger’s
air bag

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Curtain Air bag

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Front impact
sensor

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SRS control module

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Side impact sensor

OGH026020N/OGH026021/OGH026257/1GHA2126/1GHA2127/2GHA2125/OGH026024/2GHA2128/OGH026023/1LDN2167/5GHN3001

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Side air bag

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Occupant classi-
fication system

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Front seat position
sensor

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Summary of Contents for Amanti 2009

Page 1: ... is Kia What does Kia mean Here are some answers First Kia is the oldest car company in Korea It is a company that has thousands of employees focused on building high quality vehicles at affordable prices The first syllable Ki in the word Kia means to arise from to the world or to come up out of to the world The second syllable a means Asia So the word Kia means to arise from or to come up out of ...

Page 2: ...he information and specifications provided in this manual were accurate at the time of printing Kia reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation If you have questions always check with your Kia Dealer We assure you of our continuing interest in your motoring pleasure and satisfaction in your Kia vehicle 2009 Ki...

Page 3: ...ii 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Introduction Your vehicle at a glance Knowing your vehicle Driving your vehicle Driving tips In case of an emergency Maintenance Specifications Index s ectromanuales com ...

Page 4: ...1 How to use this manual 1 2 Vehicle break in process 1 3 Introduction ectromanuales com ...

Page 5: ...this manu al These WARNING s CAUTION s and NOTICE s were prepared to enhance your personal safety and continued satis faction with Kia vehicle You should care fully read and follow ALL procedures and recommendations provided in these WARNING s CAUTION s and NOTICE s NOTICE A NOTICE indicates a situation in which damage to your vehicle could result if the notice is ignored WARNING A WARNING indicat...

Page 6: ...1 3 Introduction S y e o f g o ectromanuales com ...

Page 7: ...2 Interior overview 2 2 Instrument panel overview 2 3 Engine compartment 2 4 Your vehicle at a glance ectromanuales com ...

Page 8: ...er 4 13 8 Instrument panel illumination 4 27 9 Steering wheel 4 17 10 Instrument cluster 4 25 11 Inside rearview mirror 3 86 12 Trunk release lever 3 76 13 Fuel filler lid release button 3 81 14 Seat 3 17 15 Master power door lock control 3 10 16 Master power window control lock 3 15 17 Brake pedal 4 10 18 Vent controls 4 53 19 Steering wheel tilt 4 18 20 Power adjustable pedal switch 4 12 if equi...

Page 9: ...er 3 23 7 Front passenger s air bag off indicator 3 59 8 Hazard 4 45 6 2 9 Rear climate control selection button 4 55 10 Climate control system 4 46 11 Shift lever 4 5 12 Passenger s airbag 3 58 13 Glove box 3 90 14 Trunk lid control button 3 77 15 Audio controls 3 99 16 Auto cruise controls 4 19 17 Electronic stability control 4 22 if equipped OGH009001N ectromanuales com ...

Page 10: ... 15 3 Engine oil filler cap 7 11 4 Auto transaxle oil dipstick 7 16 5 Air cleaner 7 19 6 Brake fluid reservoir 7 14 7 Engine oil dipstick 7 11 8 Radiator cap 7 13 9 Positive battery terminal 6 5 7 22 10 Engine coolant reservoir 7 12 11 Negative battery terminal 6 5 7 22 ectromanuales com ...

Page 11: ...y system 3 28 Safety belts 3 30 Air bags advanced supplemental restraint system 3 52 Trunk 3 76 Hood 3 80 Fuel filler lid 3 81 Mirrors 3 84 Interior lights 3 88 Storage compartments 3 89 Interior features 3 91 Sunroof 3 96 Antenna 3 98 Audio remote control 3 99 Audio systems 3 100 Knowing your vehicle ectromanuales com ...

Page 12: ...l button located in the glove compartment is turned on See page 3 3 WARNING Ignition key Leaving children unattended in a vehicle with the ignition key is dan gerous even if the key is not in the ignition Children copy adults and they could place the key in the igni tion The ignition key would enable children to operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move which could resu...

Page 13: ...d open it 2 Set the trunk lid control button in the glove box compartment to OFF not depressed In the OFF position the trunk cannot be unlocked with either the trunk release lever inside the car or trunk open button of transmitter 3 Close the glove box and lock the glove box using the master key 4 Leave the sub key with the attendant The trunk and glove box are secured because the sub key only all...

Page 14: ...fter depressing this button the doors will be locked automatically unless you open them within 30 sec onds Trunk lid open The trunk lid opens if this button is pressed If this button is pressed while all the doors are locked the trunk will open however it will remain locked when closed If any door is unlocked the trunk will remain unlocked when closed When the trunk lid control button in the glove...

Page 15: ...rnment and public offices broadcasting stations mil itary installations airports or transmit ting towers etc operational distance may be lessened This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interfer ence and 2 This device must accept any interfer ence including interference that may cause undesired oper...

Page 16: ...ia dealer For replacement of transmitters see an Authorized Kia Dealer for reprogram ming 1 CAUTION Using the wrong battery can cause the transmitter to malfunc tion Be sure to use the correct battery To avoid damaging the transmit ter don t drop it get it wet or expose it to heat or sunlight CAUTION An inappropriately disposed bat tery can be harmful to the environ ment and human health Dispose t...

Page 17: ...d by using the ignition switch The following procedure is how to input your password of 2345 as an example 1 Turn the ignition key to the ON posi tion The IMMO indicator will blink 6 times and remain on indicating the beginning of the limp home proce dure 2 Turn the ignition key to the ACC posi tion UIPPED CAUTION Do not put metal accessories near the key or ignition key The engine may not start f...

Page 18: ...rvice however you should avoid expo sure to moisture static electricity and rough handling Immobilizer system malfunction could occur CAUTION Do not change alter or adjust the immobilizer system because it could cause the immobilizer sys tem to malfunction and should only be serviced by an authorized Kia dealer Malfunctions caused by improper alterations adjustments or modifi cations to the immobi...

Page 19: ...key engage the parking brake close all windows and lock all doors when leaving your vehicle unattended NOTICE If the door is locked unlocked multiple times in rapid succession with either the vehicle key or door lock switch the sys tem may stop operating temporarily in order to protect the circuit and prevent damage to system components 1 1 2 OGH036908N ectromanuales com ...

Page 20: ...if the ignition key is in the ignition switch and when the front door is opened With central door lock switch The central door locking switch is located on the front door s rest It is operated by depressing the door lock switch If any door is open when the switch is depressed the door will remain locked when closed 3 2GHA2014 OGH026005 Driver s side Front passenger s side ectromanuales com ...

Page 21: ...aving your vehicle unlocked can invite theft or possible harm to you or others from someone hiding in your vehicle while you are gone Always remove the ignition key engage the parking brake close all windows and lock all doors when leaving your vehicle unattended WARNING Unattended children An enclosed vehicle can become extremely hot causing death or severe injury to unattended chil dren or anima...

Page 22: ...ing the rear doors from inside the vehicle The rear door safety locks should be used whenever children are in the vehi cle 1 Open the rear door 2 Push the child safety lock located on the rear edge of the door to the lock position When the child safety lock is in the lock position rear door will not open when the inner door han dle is pulled from inside the vehicle 3 Close the rear door 4 To open ...

Page 23: ...r power window switch Front passenger s door power window switch Rear door left power window switch Rear door right power window switch Window opening and closing Automatic power window Power window lock switch OGH026006N ectromanuales com ...

Page 24: ... window will stop and cannot be opened or closed WARNING Make sure hands and face are safely out of the way before clos ing a window Do not allow children to play with the power windows Keep the dri ver s door power window lock switch in the LOCK position depressed Serious injury can result from unintentional window operation by the child Do not extend face or arms out side through the window open...

Page 25: ...discharged or disconnected the automatic power win dow system must be reset as follows 1 Turn the ignition key to ON position 2 Close each window and continue pulling up on each power window switch for at least 0 5 second after the window is completely closed Automatic window reversal When win dow is closed by the automatic power window If the upward movement of the window is blocked by an object ...

Page 26: ...witch is ON the driver s master control cannot operate the passenger door power windows either Power window timer if equipped The power windows can be operated for approximately 30 seconds after the igni tion key is removed or turned to the ACC or LOCK position However if the front doors are opened the power windows cannot be operated even within 30 sec onds after the ignition key is removed ectro...

Page 27: ...ver position memory system Headrest adjustment headrest cannot be adjusted by a switch Front passenger seat Seat adjustment forward backward Seatback recliner Seat heater ventilator switch Headrest adjustment headrest cannot be adjusted by a switch Rear seat Seat heater switch left Seat heater switch right if equipped OGH026012N ectromanuales com ...

Page 28: ... any other way inter fering with proper locking of a seatback could result in serious or fatal injury in a sudden stop or collision Continued Continued Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap por tion of the safety belt or lap belt snug and low across the hips This position puts your safety belts in the best position to pro tect you in case of an accident In order to avoid unn...

Page 29: ... the front portion of the control knob up to raise or down to lower the front part of the seat cushion Adjusting rear height of seat cushion Move the rear portion of the control knob up to raise or down to lower the rear part of the seat cushion 8 5GHA2239 5GHA2240 ectromanuales com ...

Page 30: ...bdomen or neck or a passenger may be ejected in a rollover Serious or fatal inter nal injuries could result Keep the seatbacks in a comfortably upright position whenever the vehicle is in motion p e Adjusting the driver s seatback recliner Move the lever forward or backward to the desired angle and release the lever If the lever is released seatback will lock in place After adjustment make sure th...

Page 31: ...irror based upon their driving preference See page 3 28 for detail information Adjusting the front passenger seat Forward backward position adjust ment Push the control knob forward or back ward to move the seat to the desired position Release the knob and the seat will lock in the selected position Adjust the seat before driving and make sure the seat is locked securely by trying to move forward ...

Page 32: ...NG Riding in a vehicle with a front seat back reclined could lead to serious or fatal injury in an accident If a front seat is reclined the occu pant s hips may slide under the lap portion of the safety belt applying great force to the unprotected abdomen or neck or a passenger may be ejected in a rollover Serious or fatal internal injuries could result Keep the seatbacks in a comfortably upright ...

Page 33: ...oes not operate restart the vehicle If there is no change have your vehicle inspected by an authorized KIA dealer As you operate the control switch you will be able to notice the temperature change after 3 to 5 minutes For the tem perature is adjusted by the small air vent For more effective use you may use it with the air conditioner and heater 7 CAUTION When cleaning the seats do not use an orga...

Page 34: ...ght up and down The headrest not only provides comfort for the driver and passengers but also helps protect the head and neck in the event of a collision To raise the headrest pull it up to the desired position To lower the head rest push and hold the release button on the headrest support and lower the headrest to the desired position For best protection adjust the headrest so its center is as hi...

Page 35: ...d when the ignition switch is ON 1 Pull the armrest down using the strap provided on the armrest 2 When the switch is ON a number ranging from 1 to 5 is displayed on the switch 5 warmest setting To turn off the seat warmer set the switch to 0 The seat warmer turns off automatically when the seat temperature reaches the selected range and will turn on again if the temperature drops below the select...

Page 36: ...d rest push and hold the release button on the headrest support and lower the headrest to the desired position WARNING Passengers should use extreme caution when using seat warmers due to the possibility of excess heating or burns In particular the following types of passengers should exercise extreme care 1 Infants children elderly or dis abled persons or hospital outpa tients 2 Persons with sens...

Page 37: ...Be careful when loading cargo through the rear passenger seats to prevent damage to the vehicle inte rior WARNING Make sure the engine is off the transaxle is in P and the parking brake is applied whenever load ing or unloading cargo Vehicle may move if shift lever is inadver tently moved to another position When cargo is loaded through the rear passenger seats ensure the cargo is properly secured...

Page 38: ... 2 To recall the position in memory press the desired memory button 1 or 2 the system will beep once then the seat and outside rearview mirror will auto matically adjust to the stored positions Adjusting one of the control knobs for the seat or outside rearview mirror while the system is recalling the stored positions will cause the movement for that compo nent to stop and move in the direction th...

Page 39: ...led automatically If using two transmitters recalling times may vary because stored positions in each transmitter may be different Example If doors are locked with trans mitter A and unlocked with transmitter B the positions memorized when unlocked with transmitter B will be recalled and may take slightly longer than if unlocked with transmitter A ectromanuales com ...

Page 40: ... the pretensioner seatbelts activate in event of a possible seatbelt buckle switch malfunction the system is designed to activate regardless of whether a seat belt is in use or if no seat belt use is detected within 6 seconds of turning the ignition switch ON The seat belt pre tensioner system con sists mainly of the following components Their locations are shown in the illustra tion SRS air bag w...

Page 41: ...s illuminated after blinking or illuminating for approximately 6 seconds or if it illuminates while the vehicle is being driven please have an authorized Kia dealer inspect the pre tensioner seat belt or SRS air bag system as soon as possible WARNING Pre tensioners are designed to operate once After activation pre tensioner seat belts must be replaced All seat belts of any type should always be re...

Page 42: ...ng the safety belts If a force is applied to the vehicle such as a strong stop a sharp turn or a collision the safety belt retractors will automatical ly lock the safety belts WARNING Safety belts To minimize the risk of serious or fatal injury in an accident the driv er and all passengers should use the appropriate safety restraints for their age and size The presence of air bags does not change ...

Page 43: ...afety belt can only operate in the emergency lock mode Safety belts provide the best restraint when The seatback is upright The occupant is sitting upright not slouched The lap belt is snug across the hips The shoulder belt is snug across the chest The knees are straight forward To help you remember to fasten your safety belt a warning light will come on and a chime will sound See Safety Belt Warn...

Page 44: ...oulder portion under the arm Never swing the safety belt around your neck to fit over the inside shoulder Never wear the shoulder portion of the safety belt across the neck or face Continued Continued Wear the lap portion as low as possible Be sure that the lap belt fits snugly around the hips Never wear a lap portion of a lap shoulder belt over your waist it should always go over the stronger are...

Page 45: ...inks until the belt is fastened If the driver s lap shoulder belt is not fas tened when the key is turned ON or if it is unfastened after the key is turned ON safety belt warning chime sounds for approximately 6 seconds 1GQA2083 CAUTION Never close the doors on any part of the lap or shoulder belt It can damage the safety belt or buckle which could increase the risk of injury in case of an acciden...

Page 46: ... Adjust the belt to a SNUG FIT by pulling up on the shoulder portion of the safety belt The belt retractor is designed to take up excess webbing automatically and to maintain tension on the belt For your safety do not put any excess slack into the safety belt at any loca tion NOTICE If you are not able to pull out the safety belt from the retractor firmly pull the belt out and release it Then you ...

Page 47: ... motion The safety belt system will provide the most protection with the seatbacks in an upright position Never wear the shoulder portion of the safety belt under the out side arm or behind the back Never wear the shoulder portion of the safety belt across the neck or face Wear the lap portion of the safety belt as low on the hips as possi ble Be sure the lap belt fits snug ly around the hips Neve...

Page 48: ... in the buckle 4 Position the lap portion of the belt across your lap as LOW ON THE HIPS as possible to reduce the risk of sliding under it during an accident Adjust the belt to a SNUG FIT by pulling up on the shoulder portion of the safety belt The belt retractor is designed to take up excess webbing automatically and to maintain tension on the belt For your safety do not put any excess slack int...

Page 49: ... drive or ride with a twisted or jammed safety belt If you can not untwist or unjam the safety belt see the nearest Kia dealer immediately Never use a single belt to restrain more than one person at a time Failure to follow these warnings may increase the risk and severity of injury in an accident 2GHA2122A ectromanuales com ...

Page 50: ...ure it fully retracts to the stowed position Do not allow the belt to get caught in the door when you close it Restraint of pregnant women Pregnant women should wear lap shoul der belt assemblies whenever possible according to specific recommendations by their doctors The lap portion of the belt should be worn AS SNUGLY AND LOW AS POSSIBLE WARNING Pregnant women Pregnant women must never place the...

Page 51: ...ARNING Infants and young children Infants and young children are at much greater risk of serious injury or death in an accident or sudden stop if they are unrestrained or restrained improperly Follow all instructions in this section of your Kia manual and the instructions that came on and with an improved child safety restraint system The child restraint must be correctly installed in the vehi cle...

Page 52: ...face try placing the child closer to the center of the vehicle If the shoulder belt still touches their face or neck they may need to be returned to a child restraint system In addition after market devices are available from inde pendent manufacturers which help pull the shoulder belt down and away from the child s face or neck Larger children should use one of the seat belts provided WARNING Sho...

Page 53: ...uying a particular child restraint system make sure it fits your car and seat belts and fits your child Follow all the instructions provided by the manufac turer when installing the child restraint system ADAIRBAG WARNING A child restraint system must be placed in the rear seat Never install a child or infant seat on the front passenger s seat Should an accident occur and cause the passenger air b...

Page 54: ...seat ing height so that the seat belt will properly fit the child Continued Continued Never allow a child to stand up or kneel on the seat Never use an infant carrier or child safety seat that hooks over a seatback it may not pro vide adequate security in an acci dent Never allow a child to be held in a person s arms while they are in a moving vehicle as this could result in serious injury to the ...

Page 55: ... seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being seriously injured or killed in a collision greatly increases WARNING Before installing the child restraint system read the instruc tions supplied by the child restraint system manufacturer If the seat belt does not operate as described have the system checked immediately by your authorized Kia dealer Failure to observe this manual instructio...

Page 56: ...system in the seat and route the lap shoulder belt around or through the restraint follow ing the restraint manufacturer s instructions Be sure the safety belt webbing is not twisted 2 Fasten the lap shoulder belt latch into the buckle Listen for the distinct click sound Position the release button so that it is easy to access in case of an emergency E2MS103005 E2BLD310 ectromanuales com ...

Page 57: ...t back into the retractor 6 Push and pull on the child restraint system to confirm that the safety belt is holding it firmly in place If it is not release the safety belt and repeat steps 2 through 6 7 Double check that the retractor is in the Auto Lock mode by attempting to pull more of the safety belt out of the retractor If you cannot the retractor is in the Auto Lock mode To remove the child r...

Page 58: ...nd the rear seats 2 Route the child restraint seat strap over the seatback For vehicles with adjustable headrest route the tether strap under the head rest and between the headrest posts otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback 3 Connect the tether strap hook to the correct child restraint hook holder and tighten to secure the seat 6GHA2025 OGH036330N ectromanuales com ...

Page 59: ...he child seat in the rear seats 2GHN2025A WARNING Child restraint Check that the child restraint sys tem is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions Incorrectly fitted child restraints may swing twist tip or come away causing death or injury WARNING Child restraint anchorage Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child rest...

Page 60: ... seat manufacturer s instructions to properly install child restraint seats with LATCH or LATCH compatible attachments Once you have installed the LATCH child restraint assure that the seat is properly attached to the LATCH and tether anchors Also test the child restraint seat before you place the child in it Tilt the seat from side to side Also try to tug the seat forward Check to see if the anch...

Page 61: ...oard rear seat ing positions Do not misuse the LATCH anchors by attempting to attach a child restraint seat in the middle rear seating position to the LATCH anchors In a crash the child restraint seat LATCH attachments may not be strong enough to secure the child restraint seat improperly in the rear center seating position and may break causing serious injury or death Continued Continued Attach t...

Page 62: ...Air bag Front impact sensor SRS control module Side impact sensor 6021 OGH026257 1GHA2126 1GHA2127 2GHA2125 OGH026024 2GHA2128 OGH026023 1LDN2167 5GHN3001 Side air bag Occupant classi fication system Front seat position sensor ectromanuales com ...

Page 63: ...hey help keep you in the proper position away from the air bag when it inflates reduce the risk of harm in rollover side impact vehicles not equipped with side and curtain air bags or rear impact collisions because an air bag is not designed to inflate in such situa tions and even a side curtain air bag is designed to inflate only in certain side impact collisions reduce the risk of harm in fronta...

Page 64: ...afe ty belts or correctly seated they cannot be protected and thus face serious injury or death Continued Continued Driver s and front passenger s air bags are designed to inflate only in certain frontal collision and side and curtain air bags are designed to inflate in certain side impacts Frontal air bags will gen erally not provide protection in side impacts vehicles not equipped with side and ...

Page 65: ...icator light to warn you of a pos sible problem with the system Emergency power backup in case your car s electrical system is disconnected in a crash The SRS uses a collection of sensors to gather information about the driver s seat position the driver s and front passen ger s safety belt usage and impact sever ity The driver s seat position sensor which is installed on the seat track determines ...

Page 66: ...ing driven have an authorized Kia dealer inspect the seat position sensor and the advanced SRS air bag system as soon as possible AIR BAG WARNING Modification to the seat structure can adversely affect the seat position sensor and cause the air bag to deploy at a different level than should be provided Failure to properly wear safety belts can increase the risk or severity of injury by causing the...

Page 67: ...ast 250 mm 10 inches away from the steer ing wheel while still maintaining a comfortable seating position for good vehicle control in order to reduce the risk of injury or death in a collision Never place objects over the air bag storage compartments or between the air bags and your self Due to the speed and force of the air bag inflation such objects could hit your body at high speed and cause se...

Page 68: ...e enabled may inflate or not Main components of occupant classi fication system A detection device located within the front passenger seat cushion Electronic system to determine whether passenger air bag systems both front passenger s front and side air bag only should be activated or deactivated A warning light located on the instru ment panel which illuminates the words PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF pas...

Page 69: ...fety belt 6 Reclining the seat back The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator illuminates after the ignition key is turned to the ON position or after the engine is started If the front passenger seat is unoccupied or is occupied by very small person or is occupied by someone who is improp erly seated the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator will remain illumi nated If the front passenger seat is occupied by...

Page 70: ...person remain in he system to detect the person and acti CAUTION If the occupant classification sys tem is not working properly the air bag warning light on the instrument panel will illuminate because the passenger s air bag is connected with the occupant clas sification system If there is a mal function of the occupant classifica tion system the Passenger Air bag Off indicator will not illuminat...

Page 71: ... adult is seated in the front passenger seat the occupant classification system may or may not turn off the right front passenger air bag depend ing upon the person s seating position and body type Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an air bag for that per son If the front seat passenger changes their seating position for example by not sitting upri...

Page 72: ...er sit with hips shifted towards the front of the seat Never lean on the center con sole Never sit on one side of the front passenger seat Always sit in a proper seating position Never place feet on the dash board Continued ectromanuales com ...

Page 73: ...flates with considerably more force It can seriously hurt or kill a passenger who is not in the proper position and wearing the safety belt prop erly The front passengers should always move their seats as far back as practical and sit back in their seats It is essential that the front pas senger always wears their safety belts even when the vehicle is moving in a parking lot or up a driveway into ...

Page 74: ...act situations WARNING Do not use any accessory seat covers for the vehicle equipped with side air bags Use of seat covers could interfere with side air bag deployment If seat or seat cover is damaged have the vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized Kia dealer Inform them that your vehicle is equipped with side air bags and an occupant detection system Do not make modifications or additions ...

Page 75: ...t belts properly fastened Importantly children should sit in a proper child restraint system in the rear seat Continued Continued When children are seated in the rear outboard seats they must be seated in the proper child restraint system Make sure to put the child restraint system as far away from the door side as possi ble and securely lock the child restraint system in position Do not allow the...

Page 76: ...s n d r n s s Air bag collision sensors SRS control module Front impact sensor Side impact sensor OGH026025 OGH026023 OGH026024 1GHA2128 ectromanuales com ...

Page 77: ...ay arise if the sensor installation angles are changed due to the deformation of front bumper body or B pillar where side collision sensors are installed Have the vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized Kia dealer Your vehicle has been designed to absorb impact and deploy the air bag s in certain collisions Installing aftermarket bumper guards or replacing a bumper with non genuine parts may...

Page 78: ...mpacted by bumps or objects on unimproved roads or sidewalks air bags may deploy Drive carefully on unimproved roads or on sur faces not designed for vehicle traffic to prevent unintended air bag deployment To protect occupants front air bags or pre tensioner seat belts may deploy in certain side impact collisions Air bag non inflation conditions In certain low speed collisions the air bags may no...

Page 79: ...l air bag deployment does not provide occupant protection However side or curtain air bags may inflate depending on the intensity vehi cle speed and angles of impact In a slant or angled collision the force of impact may direct the occupants in a direction between the front and side air bags and thus the sensors may not deploy any air bags 3 AIR19A 1GHA2270 ectromanuales com ...

Page 80: ... the vehicle is rolled over by a side impact collision if the vehicle is equipped with side air bags and cur tain air bags Air bags may not inflate if the vehicle collides with objects such as utility poles or trees where the point of impact is concentrated to one area and the full force of the impact is not ade quately delivered to the sensors 4 AIR21 1GHA2275 ectromanuales com ...

Page 81: ... must inflate rapidly The speed of air bag inflation is a consequence of the extremely short time in which a collision occurs and the need to get the air bag between the occupant and the vehicle structures before the occupant impacts those structures This speed of inflation reduces the risk of serious or life threatening injuries in a severe collision and is thus a necessary part of air bag design...

Page 82: ...s as soon as possible after impact in order to reduce discomfort and pre vent prolonged exposure to the smoke and powder Though smoke and powder are non toxic it may cause irritation to the skin eyes nose and throat etc If this is the case wash and rinse with the cold water immediately and consult the doctor if the symptom persists WARNING When the air bags deploy the air bag related parts in stee...

Page 83: ... turn the ignition ON The light stays on after the engine starts The light comes on while the vehicle is in motion G AIR BAG WARNING Never put child restraint in the front passenger s seat If the front passenger air bag inflates it would cause serious or fatal injuries When children are seated in the rear outboard seats in which side air bags are equipped be sure to put the child restraint system ...

Page 84: ...n authorized Kia dealer when scrapping the vehicle WARNING No mainte nance or repair Do not modify your steering wheel seat or any other part of the Supplemental Restraint System Modification could make the system inoperable Do not work on the system s com ponents or wiring This could cause the air bags to inflate inad vertently possibly seriously injur ing someone Working on the sys tem could als...

Page 85: ...tor Vehicle Safety Standard CMVSS are attached to alert driv r bag system ocus on the risk to children Kia also wants you to be aware of the risks which adults are in previous pages OGH027026N 2 5GHN2206 OGH36602N 1GHA2131 if equipped ectromanuales com ...

Page 86: ...Trunk cannot be opened with the sub key 7 PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehi cle contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm In addition cer tain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of componen...

Page 87: ...the glove box is OFF the trunk can only be opened with the vehicle master key WARNING Exhaust fumes If you drive with the trunk lid open you will draw dangerous exhaust fumes into your vehicle causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants Open trunk lids can also dangerously obscure rear view vision If you must drive with the trunk lid open keep the air vents open so that additional outside...

Page 88: ...use of exposure to cold weather conditions The trunk is also a highly dangerous location in the event of a crash because it is not a protected occupant space but merely a part of the vehicle s crush zone WARNING If a person is locked in the trunk they can pull the emergency release to open the trunk lid We recommend that cars be kept locked and keys be kept out of the reach of children and that pa...

Page 89: ...e master key When leaving the key with a parking lot attendant or valet perform steps 1 to 3 above and leave the sub key with the attendent Sub key can start the engine and operate door locks only Lock release To release the trunk lock feature open the glove box with the master key and set the trunk lid control button to ON position depressed In this position the trunk will open with the trunk lid...

Page 90: ...ctly installed Gloves rags or any other com bustible material must be removed from the engine compartment 2 Lower the hood halfway and push down to securely lock in place Make sure the hood is properly locked before driving 3 OGH026011 WARNING Before closing the hood make sure that all engine parts and tools have been removed from the engine area and that no one s hands are near the hood opening D...

Page 91: ...icates that the cap is securely tightened 7 Close the fuel filler lid and push it light ly and make sure that it is securely closed 1 OCM052015 WARNING Refueling If pressurized fuel sprays out it can cause serious injuries Always remove the fuel cap carefully and slowly If the cap is venting fuel or if you hear a hissing sound wait until the condition stops before com pletely removing the cap ectr...

Page 92: ...l vapors causing a fire Once refueling has begun contact with the vehicle should be maintained until the fill ing is complete Use only portable fuel containers designed to carry and store gasoline Continued Continued Do not use cellular phones around a gas station or while refueling any vehicle Electric current and or electronic interfer ence from cellular phones can potentially ignite fuel vapors...

Page 93: ... or the equivalent speci fied for your vehicle An incorrect fuel filler cap can result in a seri ous malfunction of the fuel sys tem or emission control system Correct replacement caps are available at authorized Kia deal ers Do not spill fuel on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle Any type of fuel spilled on painted surfaces may damage the paint A loose fuel filler cap may cause the Check Engine...

Page 94: ...djustment control to position the selected mirror up down left or right After adjustment put the lever into neu tral position to prevent inadvertent adjustment 2GHA2205 CAUTION The mirrors stop moving when they reach the maximum adjust ing angles but the motor contin ues to operate while the switch is depressed Do not depress the switch longer than necessary the motor may be damaged Do not attempt...

Page 95: ... 5 degrees If the outside rearview mirror selection switch is set to R while shift lever is in reverse R the left outside rearview mir ror will return to its previous position The right outside rearview mirror will not return to it s previous position If the shift lever is shifted into any other range OR the outside rearview mirror selection switch is set to the center the right outside rearview m...

Page 96: ...driving and while the day night lever is in the day position Pull the day night lever toward you to reduce glare from the headlights of vehi cles behind you during night driving Remember that you lose some rearview clarity in the night position WARNING Do not place objects in the rear seat or cargo area which would interfere with your vision out the rear win dow 2GHA2203 Day Night Day Night lever ...

Page 97: ... B if equipped Press the O button to turn the automat ic dimming function off The mirror indi cator light will turn off Press the I button to turn the automatic dimming function on the mirror indicator light will illuminate NOTICE When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid...

Page 98: ...er if the ignition switch is ON or all vehicle doors are locked when the door is closed interior light will turn off even within 30 sec onds ON The light turns on and stays on even when the doors are all closed Door courtesy lamp The door courtesy lamp comes ON when the door is opened to assist entering or exiting the vehicle It also serves as a warning to passing vehicles that the vehicle door is...

Page 99: ...mpartments press button or These compartments can be used to store small items required by the driver or front passenger Multi box Rear if equipped To open the storage compartment pull the armrest down and pull up on the lock ing tab It can be used for storing small items OGH039376N 1GHA2234A ectromanuales com ...

Page 100: ...he overhead console To open the sunglass holder press the cover and the holder will slowly open Place your sunglasses in the compartment door with the lenses facing out Push to close NOTICE Make sure the sunglass holder is closed while driving 7 WARNING To reduce the risk of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop always keep the glove box door closed while driving 2GHA2060B ectromanuales com...

Page 101: ...nd carefully pull it out N OGH026081N CAUTION Do not hold the lighter in after it is already heated because it will overheat Only a genuine Kia lighter should be used in the cigarette lighter socket The use of plug in acces sories shavers hand held vacu ums and coffee pots for exam ple may damage the socket or cause electrical failure If the lighter does not pop out within 30 seconds remove it to ...

Page 102: ...place uncovered cups of hot liquid in the cup holder while the vehicle is in motion If the hot liquid spills you could be burned Such a burn to the driver could cause a loss of control of the vehicle To reduce the risk of personal injury in the event of sudden stop or collision do not place uncov ered or insecure bottles glasses cans etc in the cup holder while the vehicle is in motion OGH026083 e...

Page 103: ... swing it to the side To use the vanity mirror pull down the visor and pull up the mirror cover Pull the extension panel of the sunvi sor to lengthen the sunvisor 0 2GHN482 CAUTION Close the vanity mirror cover securely and return the sunvisor to its original position after use If the vanity mirror is not closed securely the lamp will stay on and could result in battery discharge and pos sible sun...

Page 104: ... in use Some electronic devices can cause electronic interference and when plugged into a vehicle s power outlet These devices may cause excessive audio static and malfunctions in other electronic systems or devices used in your vehicle Aux USB and iPod port if equipped If your vehicle has an aux and or USB universal serial bus port or iPod port you can use an aux port to connect audio devices and...

Page 105: ... your vehicle V r s e s 3 Digital if equipped Whenever the battery terminals A V CLOCK fuse or Power Connect are dis connected you must reset the time For details see end of chapter 3 OGH029078 N ectromanuales com ...

Page 106: ... the sunroof press the CLOSE button on the overhead console and hold it until the sunroof is closed Tilting the sunroof Autotilt open To use the autotilt feature momentarily more than 0 5 second press the TILT UP button on the overhead console The sunroof will tilt all the way open To stop the sunroof tilting at any point press any sunroof control button Manual tilt open Press the TILT UP button o...

Page 107: ...il the sunroof has returned to the original position of TILT UP after it is raised a little higher than the maximum TILT UP position When this is complete the sunroof sys tem is reset N WARNING Do not extend face or arms out side through the sunroof opening while driving Make sure hand and face are safely out of the way before clos ing a sunroof CAUTION Do not press any sunroof control button long...

Page 108: ...ear window glass with a cleaner or scraper to remove the foreign deposits as this may cause dam age to the antenna elements Avoid adding metallic coating such as Ni Cd and so on These can disturb receiving AM and FM broadcast signals ectromanuales com ...

Page 109: ...on CD mode It will function as the FF button CDC mode It will function as the DISC UP button If the PRESET button is pressed for less than 0 8 second it will work as follows in each mode if equipped RADIO mode It will function as the PRESET UP select button CD mode It will function as the TRACK UP button CDC mode It will function as the TRACK UP button Detailed information for audio control button...

Page 110: ...r signal coverage FM broadcasts are transmitted at high frequencies and do not bend to follow the earth s surface Because of this FM broadcasts generally begin to fade at short distances from the station Also FM signals are easily affected by build ings mountains or other obstructions These can result in certain listening con ditions which might lead you to believe a problem exists with your radio...

Page 111: ...from the audio equipment This does not mean that something is wrong with the audio equipment In such a case use the cellu lar phone at a place as far as possible from the audio equipment JBM005 CAUTION When using a communication sys tem such a cellular phone or a radio set inside the vehicle a separate external antenna must be fitted When a cellular phone or a radio set is used with an internal an...

Page 112: ... your car audio system NOTICE Playing an Incompatible Copy Protected Audio CD Some copy protected CDs which do not comply with the international audio CD standards Red Book may not play on your car audio Please note that if you try to play copy protected CDs and the CD player of your car audio is not per forming to your expectation this may be caused by those CDs and not a defect in the device its...

Page 113: ...vehicle A 200GHU 1 FM AM Selection Button 2 Automatic Channel Selection Button 3 SCAN Button 4 MUTE Button 5 Preset Button 6 SET UP Button 7 TUNE ENTER Button 8 Power ON OFF Volume Control Button L CDP MODEL omanuales com ...

Page 114: ...HU 1 FM AM Selection Button 2 Automatic Channel Selection Button 3 SCAN Button 4 MUTE Button 5 Preset Button 6 SET UP Button 7 TUNE ENTER Button 8 Power ON OFF Volume Control Button L 6CDC MODEL omanuales com ...

Page 115: ...P is the same for CDP AUX USB and iPod Mode Setting the SET UP Mode Press the TUNE ENTER Button to select and make adjustments to the desired mode within SET UP Mode While in SOUND Mode press the TUNE ENTER Button to change in the order of BASS MIDDLE TREBLE FADER BALANCE SET UP Mode Turn the TUNE ENTER Button in clockwise or counterclockwise direc tion to make adjustments for each SUB Mode While ...

Page 116: ... ON OFF Volume Control Button urns on off the set when the IGNITION WITCH is on ACC or ON If the button turned to the right it increases the vol me and left decreases the volume hannel is found omanuales com ...

Page 117: ...D Indicator 3 Automatic Track Selection Button 4 SCAN Play Button 5 MUTE Button 6 RANDOM Play Button 7 REPEAT Play Button 8 INFO Selection Button 9 FOLDER Search Button 10 CD Selection Button 11 File Track Search ENTER Button 12 CD Eject Button omanuales com ...

Page 118: ...ction Button 4 SCAN Play Button 5 MUTE Button 6 RANDOM Play Button 7 REPEAT Play Button 8 INFO Selection Button 9 FOLDER Search Button 10 CD Selection Button 11 File Track Search ENTER Button 12 CD Eject Button 13 CD LOAD Button 14 DISC UP DOWN Button omanuales com ...

Page 119: ...a random sequence ALL RDM MP3 WMA Only All files in a disc are played back in the random sequence 7 REPEAT Play Button Press this button for less than 0 8 sec onds to activate RPT mode and more than 0 8 seconds to activate FLD RPT mode RPT Only a track file is repeatedly played back FLD RPT MP3 WMA Only Only files in a folder are repeatedly played back 8 INFORMATION Selection Button Displays the i...

Page 120: ...ing up the vehicle and mount the device after starting up If you start the vehicle when the USB device is mounted it may damage the USB device USB is not ESA If the vehicle is started up or turned off while the external USB device is connected the external USB device may not work It may not play inauthentic MP3 or WMA files 1 It can only play MP3 files with the compression rate between 8Kbps 320Kb...

Page 121: ...ease wait for a moment Do not use the USB device for other purposes than playing music files Use of USB accessories such as the recharger or heater using USB I F may lower the performance or cause trouble If you use devices such as the USB hub you purchased separate ly the vehicle s audio system may not recognize the USB device Connect the USB device directly to the multimedia terminal of the vehi...

Page 122: ...1 AUX USB Selection Button 2 Automatic Track Selection Button 3 SCAN Play Button 4 RANDOM Play Button 5 REPEAT Play Button 6 INFO Selection Button 7 FOLDER Search Button 8 File Search ENTER Button omanuales com ...

Page 123: ...icle A 300GHU 1 AUX USB Selection Button 2 Automatic Track Selection Button 3 SCAN Play Button 4 RANDOM Play Button 5 REPEAT Play Button 6 INFO Selection Button 7 FOLDER Search Button 8 File Search ENTER Button omanuales com ...

Page 124: ...edly played back INFORMATION Button splays the information of the file cur ntly played in the order of FILE NAME TITLE ARTIST ALBUM FOLDER OTAL FILE NORMAL DISPLAY FILE AME Displays no information if the e has no song information ress the button again to cancel the mode 7 Folder Search Button Folder name File name the first song in the folder is moved up or down from currently playing folder To se...

Page 125: ...g your vehicle 1 iPod Selection Button 2 Automatic Track Selection Button 3 RANDOM Play Button 4 REPEAT Play Button 5 INFO Selection Button 6 CATEGORY Search Button 7 File Search ENTER Button A 200GHU omanuales com ...

Page 126: ...1 iPod Selection Button 2 Automatic Track Selection Button 3 RANDOM Play Button 4 REPEAT Play Button 5 INFO Selection Button 6 CATEGORY Search Button 7 File Search ENTER Button A 300GHU omanuales com ...

Page 127: ... When you turn the button clockwise it will display the songs category next to the song currently played category in the same level Also when you turn the button counterclockwise it will dis play the songs category before the song currently played category in the same level If you want to listen to the song dis played in the song category press the button then it will skip to the selected song and...

Page 128: ...provided by Apple may cause malfunction and do not use it for vehicle use When connecting the device with iPod cable push in the jack fully not to interfere with communica tion When adjusting the sound effects of iPod and the audio system the sound effects of both devices will overlap each and might cause reduce or distort the quality of the sound Deactivate turn off the equalizer function of iPod...

Page 129: ...TELLITE RADIO Selection Button 2 Channel Selection Button 3 SCAN Selection Button 4 MUTE Selection Button 5 Preset Selection Button 6 INFO Selection Button 7 CAT FOLDER Button 8 Tune Knob and Enter Button ODEL A 200GHU omanuales com ...

Page 130: ... Selection Button 2 Channel Selection Button 3 SCAN Selection Button 4 MUTE Selection Button 5 Preset Selection Button 6 INFO Selection Button 7 CAT FOLDER Button 8 Tune Knob and Enter Button ODEL A 300GHU omanuales com ...

Page 131: ...he scan feature and to listen to the currently selected channel MUTE Selection Button ress this button to temporarily cut off e Sound MUTE is displayed on the CD Press the button once again to can el MUTE mode 5 Preset Selection Button Press 1 6 buttons less than 0 8 sec onds to play the Channel saved in each button Press 1 6 button for 0 8 seconds or longer to save current Channel to the respecti...

Page 132: ...able is broken or unplugged ease consult with your Kia dealership Acquiring Signal this message is displayed it means at the antenna is covered and that the RIUS Satellite Radio signal is not avail ble Ensure the antenna is uncovered nd has a clear view of the sky omanuales com ...

Page 133: ...3 123 Knowing your vehicle 1 DISPLAY ON OFF 2 CLOCK Function 3 Time Date Increase Reduce Function 4 RESET Function 5 DATE Function A 300GHU omanuales com ...

Page 134: ...d while adjusting the date If the RESET is pressed while adjust ing the month day the corresponding display will be changed to 01month 01day 5 DATE Function This is used to adjust the date Each time DATE is pressed the mon th day will blink once every 0 5 sec onds and switch modes Pressing the DATE again while the day is blinking or waiting 10 seconds will turn off date adjustment mode and save th...

Page 135: ...ruise control system 4 19 Electronic stability control 4 22 Instrument cluster 4 25 Warnings and indicators 4 31 Lighting 4 37 Wipers and washers 4 41 Defroster 4 44 Hazard warning flasher 4 45 Automatic climate control system 4 46 Windshield defrosting and defogging 4 56 Driving your vehicle ectromanuales com ...

Page 136: ...ve NOTICE If difficulty is experienced turning the ignition switch to the ACC position turn the key while turning the steering wheel right and left to release the tension ON The warning lights can be checked before the engine is started This is the normal running position after the engine is started Do not leave the ignition switch ON if the engine is not running to prevent battery discharge START...

Page 137: ...e parking brake Before leaving the driver s seat always make sure the shift lever is engaged in P Park set the parking brake fully and shut the engine off Unexpected and sudden vehicle movement may occur if these pre cautions are not taken Never reach for the ignition switch or any other controls through the steering wheel while the vehicle is in motion The pres ence of your hand or arm in this ar...

Page 138: ...ttempt to move the shift lever to the P Park position If traffic and road conditions permit you may put the shift lever in the N Neutral position while the vehicle is still moving and turn the ignition switch to the START position in an attempt to restart the engine ectromanuales com ...

Page 139: ...4 5 Driving your vehicle OGH046045N ifting y UP DOWN Sports mode Automatic mode ectromanuales com ...

Page 140: ...saxle ranges P park This position locks the transaxle and pre vents the front wheels from rotating Always come to a complete stop before shifting into this position WARNING Shifting into P Park while the vehicle is in motion will cause the drive wheels to lock which will cause you to lose control of the vehicle Do not use the P Park position in place of the parking brake Always make sure the shift...

Page 141: ...nd transaxle are not locked The vehicle will roll freely even on the slight est incline unless the parking brake or service brakes are applied D drive This is the normal forward driving posi tion The transaxle will automatically shift through a 5 gear sequence providing the best fuel economy and power For extra power when passing another vehicle or climbing grades depress the accelerator fully at ...

Page 142: ...r must execute upshifts in accordance with road conditions taking care to keep the engine speed below the red zone In sports mode only the five forward gears can be selected To reverse or park the vehicle move the shift lever to the R or P position as required In sports mode downshifts are made automatically when the vehicle slows down When the vehicle stops 1st gear is automatically selected In s...

Page 143: ...hift lever in the P Park position a chattering sound near the shift lever may be heard This is a normal condition Shift lock override If the shift lever should fail to move from the P Park position with the brake pedal depressed continue depressing the brake then do the following 1 Carefully remove the cap covering the S Lock override access hole which is located on the right side of the shift lev...

Page 144: ...ol of the vehicle If you must use the parking brake to stop the vehicle use great caution in apply ing the brake WARNING Brakes Do not drive with your foot rest ing on the brake pedal This will create abnormal high brake tem peratures excessive brake lining and pad wear and increased stopping distances When descending a long or steep hill shift to a lower gear and avoid continuous application of t...

Page 145: ...ving con ditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when you first apply or lightly apply the brakes This is normal and does not indicate a problem with your brakes NOTICE To avoid costly brake repairs do not continue to drive with worn brake pads WARNING Brake wear This brake wear warning sound means your vehicle needs service If you ignore this audible warning you will eventually lose braking ...

Page 146: ...n of the switch 5 Depress the pedals a few times to get used to the feel after adjusting N WARNING Pedal adjust ment Adjust the pedals after parking the vehicle on level ground Never attempt to adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving Never adjust the pedals with your foot on the accelerator pedal as this may result in increasing the engine speed and acceleration Make sure that you can fully ...

Page 147: ...ve the system checked by an authorized Kia dealer 1 1GHA3012 WARNING Parking brake To prevent unintentional move ment when stopped and leaving the vehicle do not use the gearshift lever in place of the parking brake Set the parking brake AND make sure the gearshift lever is securely posi tioned in P Park Never allow a person who is unfa miliar with the vehicle or children to touch the parking brak...

Page 148: ...rive the vehicle until you can reach a safe loca tion or repair shop Parking on curbed streets When parking your vehicle on an uphill grade park as close to the curb as possible and turn the front wheels away from the curb so that the front wheels will contact the curb if the vehi cle moves backward When parking your vehicle on a down hill grade park as close to the curb as possible and turn the f...

Page 149: ...do not attempt to modulate your brake pressure and do not try to pump your brakes Press your brake pedal as hard as possible or as hard as the situation warrants and allow the ABS system to control the force being deliv ered to the brakes Even with the anti lock brake system your vehicle still requires sufficient stopping distance Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you Al...

Page 150: ... ing light is off then your ABS system is normal Otherwise you may have a problem with the ABS Contact an authorized Kia dealer as soon as pos sible NOTICE When you jump start your vehicle because of a drained battery the engine may not run as smoothly and the ABS warning light may turn on at the same time This happens because of the low battery voltage It does not mean your ABS is malfunctioning ...

Page 151: ... pump mal functions the steering effort will greatly increase NOTICE If the vehicle is parked for extended periods outside in cold weather below 10 C 14 F the power steering may require increased effort when the engine is first started This is caused by increased fluid viscosity due to the cold weather and does not indicate a mal function When this happens increase the engine RPM by depressing the...

Page 152: ...re driving Horn To sound the horn press the horn sym bol on your steering wheel Check the horn regularly to be sure it operates properly OGH026028 OGH026030 CAUTION To sound the horn press the area indicated by the horn symbol on your steering wheel see illustra tion The horn will operate only when this area is pressed Do not strike the horn severely to operate it or hit it with your fist Do not p...

Page 153: ...or light in the instrument cluster will illuminate Release the accelerator at the same time The desired speed will automatically be maintained The SET function cannot be activated until approximately 2 seconds after the CRUISE ON OFF button has been engaged On a steep grade the vehicle may momentarily slow down while going downhill PED WARNING If the cruise control is left on CRUISE indicator ligh...

Page 154: ... resume cruise control operation repeat the steps provided in To Set Cruise Control Speed on the previous page To increase cruise control set speed Follow either of these procedures Depress the RES ACCEL switch and hold it Your vehicle will accelerate Release the switch at the speed you want Depress the RES ACCEL switch and release it immediately The cruising speed will increase 1 6 km h 1 mph by ...

Page 155: ...ly The cruising speed will decrease 1 6 km h 1 mph by one touch and will be memorized to the reset speed To resume cruising speed at more than 40 km h 24 mph If any method other than the CRUISE ON OFF switch was used to cancel cruis ing speed and the system is still activat ed the most recent set speed will auto matically resume when the RES ACCEL switch is depressed It will not resume however if ...

Page 156: ...you may hear a slight ticking sound This is the ESC per forming an automatic system self check and does not indi cate a problem When operating When the ESC is in operation ESC indicator light blinks When the Electronic Stability Control is operating properly you can feel a slight pulsation in the vehicle This is only the effect of brake control and indicates nothing unusual When moving out of the ...

Page 157: ... on when either the ESC is turned off with the but ton or ESC fails to operate when turned on ESC ESC OFF ESC indicator light blinks ESC OFF indicator light comes on WARNING The Electronic Stability Control sys tem is only a driving aid use pre cautions for safe driving by slowing down on curved snowy or icy roads Drive slowly and don t attempt to accelerate whenever the ESC indicator light is bli...

Page 158: ... from increasing and cause a false diagnosis of a faulty speedometer Turning the ESC off does not affect ABS or brake system operation WARNING Never press the ESC OFF button while ESC is operating If the ESC is turned off while ESC is operating the vehicle may slip out of control To turn ESC off while driving press the ESC OFF button while driving on a flat road surface ectromanuales com ...

Page 159: ...vehicle OGH029034C 1 Tachometer 2 Turn signal indicators 3 Speedometer 4 Engine temperature gauge 5 Warning and indicator lights 6 Odometer Tripmeter 7 Shift position indicator 8 Fuel gauge 9 LCD screen ectromanuales com ...

Page 160: ...ne OFF This movement is normal and will not affect the accuracy of the tachometer once the engine is running Engine temperature gauge This gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant when the ignition switch is ON Do not continue driving with an overheat ed engine If your vehicle overheats refer to Overheating in the Index CAUTION Do not operate the engine within the tachometer s RED ZONE Th...

Page 161: ...ter driving time average speed average fuel con sumption instant fuel consumption and distance to empty on the display when the ignition switch is in the ON position All stored driving information except odometer is reset if the battery is dis connected TRIP Button Push the TRIP button for less than 1 second to select tripmeter function as fol lows OGH029036 TRIP A TRIP B ectromanuales com ...

Page 162: ...r more than 1 second when the tripmeter TRIP A or TRIP B is being displayed clears the tripmeter to zero 0 0 MODE Button Push the MODE Button for less than 1 second to select distance to empty aver age fuel consumption instant fuel con sumption average speed elapsed time function as follows 7 OGH029038 OGH029039 Distance to empty Instant fuel consumption Average fuel consumption Elapsed time Avera...

Page 163: ...culation drive more than 50 m Pressing the MODE button for more than 1 second when the average fuel con sumption is being displayed clears the average fuel consumption to zero If the vehicle speed exceeds 1 km h after refueled more than 6 l the average fuel consumption will be cleared to zero Instant fuel consumption l 100 km This mode calculates the instant fuel consumption every 2 second from th...

Page 164: ...s OFF the elapsed time will be cleared to zero NOTICE If the vehicle is not on level ground or the battery power has been interrupt ed the Distance to empty function may not operate correctly The trip computer may not register additional fuel if less than 6 liters 1 6 gallons of fuel are added to the vehi cle The fuel consumption and distance to empty values may vary significantly based on driving...

Page 165: ...s illumi nate at the same time while driving your vehicle has a problem with ABS and EBD system In this case your ABS system and regu lar brake system may not work normally Have the vehicle checked by an Authorized Kia Dealer as soon as possi ble ABS ABS WARNING If both ABS and Brake warning lights are ON and stay ON your vehicle s brake system will not work normally In such a case you may experie...

Page 166: ...ness or break age 3 If the belt is adjusted properly a prob lem exists somewhere in the electrical charging system Have an Authorized Kia Dealer correct the problem as soon as possible Safety belt warning If the driver s lap shoulder belt is not fas tened when the key is turned ON or if it is unfastened after the key is ON the safe ty belt warning light blinks until the belt is fastened If the sys...

Page 167: ...earest safe location and stop your vehicle 2 With the engine stopped check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as required Then check all brake components for fluid leaks 3 Do not drive the vehicle if leaks are found the warning light remains on or the brakes do not operate properly Have it towed to any Authorized Kia Dealer for a brake system inspection and necessary repairs To check ...

Page 168: ...e Flash to Pass position Malfunction indicator if equipped This indicator light is part of the Engine Control System which monitors various emission control system components If this light illuminates while driving it indi cates that a potential problem has been detected somewhere in the emission control system Generally your vehicle will continue to be drivable and will not need towing but have t...

Page 169: ...d Kia Dealer for immedi ate service Low washer fluid level warning indicator if equipped This warning light indicates the washer fluid reservoir is nearly empty Refill the washer fluid as soon as possible Auto cruise indicator if equipped CRUISE indicator The indicator light illuminates when the cruise control system is enabled SET indicator The indicator light illuminates when the cruise function...

Page 170: ...nction Take your car to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked Safety belt warning chime If the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition key is turned ON or if it is disconnected after the key is ON the safety belt warning chime will sound for approximately 6 seconds Key reminder warning chime If the driver s door is opened and the igni tion key is left in the ignition sw...

Page 171: ...ate the lights turn the knob at the end of the control lever to one of the fol lowing positions OFF position Parklight position Headlight position Parklight position When the light switch is in the parklight position 1st position the tail position license and instrument panel lights are ON 2GHN2055A 2GHN2053 ectromanuales com ...

Page 172: ...e switched on To prevent the battery from being dis charged do not leave the lights on for a prolonged time while the engine is not running Flashing headlights To flash the headlights pull the lever towards you It will return to the normal low beam position when released The headlight switch does not need to be on to use this flashing feature A 2GHN2211A 2GHN2210A ectromanuales com ...

Page 173: ...stays on and does not flash or if it flashes abnormally one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out and will require replacement NOTICE If an indicator flash is abnormally quick or slow bulb may be burned out or have a poor electrical connection in the cir cuit Automatic headlight aiming if equipped To provide better driver visibility and reduce eye fatigue the headlight aiming direction is aut...

Page 174: ...e front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving condi tions and it is escecially helpful after dawn and before sunset The DRL system will make your high beam headlights turn OFF when 1 The head light switch is ON 2 The parking brake is engaged 3 Engine stops 3 ectromanuales com ...

Page 175: ...es the amount of rainfall and controls the wiping cycle for the proper intervals The more it rains the faster the wiper operates When the rain stops the wiper stops To vary the speed setting turn the speed control knob If the ignition switch is turned ON when the wiper switch is set in AUTO mode or wiper switch is set in AUTO mode when the ignition switch is ON wiper will oper ate once to perform ...

Page 176: ... and the windshield wiper switch is placed in the AUTO mode use cau tion in the following situations to avoid any injury to the hands or other parts of the body Do not touch the upper end of the windshield glass facing the rain sensor Do not wipe the upper end of the windshield glass with a damp or wet cloth Do not put pressure on the wind shield glass ectromanuales com ...

Page 177: ...spray and wiper operation will con tinue until you release the lever CAUTION To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry To prevent damage to the wiper blades do not use gasoline kerosene paint thinner or other solvents on or near them To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components do not attempt to move the wipers manually ...

Page 178: ...utton illuminates when the defroster is ON If your vehicle is equipped with the front windshield deicer it will be operating at the same time when you operate the rear window defroster If there is heavy accumulation of snow on the rear window brush it off before oper ating the rear defroster The rear window defroster automatically turns off after 20 minutes or when the ignition switch is turned of...

Page 179: ... on and off which serves as a warning to other drivers to exercise cau tion when approaching or passing your vehicle To activate the flasher depress the haz ard warning flasher switch This switch operates in any ignition switch position To turn the flashers off depress the switch again OGH026040 HAZARD WARNING FLASHER ectromanuales com ...

Page 180: ... Front windshield defrost button 9 Rear window defrost button 10 OFF button 11 Recirculated air position button 12 Outside fresh air position button 13 Passenger s temperature control button 14 Rear climate control selection button ectromanuales com ...

Page 181: ...defrost button recirculated air position button outside fresh air position button or fan speed button the selected function will be controlled manually while other functions operate automatically Regardless of the temperature setting when using automatic operation the air conditioning system will automatically turn on to decrease the humidity inside the vehicle even if the temperature is set to wa...

Page 182: ...re setting the air conditioning will operate continuously Dual temperature control selec tion button Adjusting the driver and passenger side temperature individually 1 Press the DUAL button to operate the driver and passenger side temperature individually the indicator light in the button illuminates Pressing the right temperature control button will auto matically switch to the DUAL mode as well ...

Page 183: ... appropriate fan speed control knob The higher the fan speed is the more air is delivered Pressing the OFF button turns off the fan Air intake control button This is used to select outside fresh air position or recirculated air position To change the air intake control position push the control button OGH026062 ectromanuales com ...

Page 184: ...r com partment will become stale In addition prolonged use of the air con ditioning with the recirculated air posi tion selected will result in excessively dry air in the passenger compartment N WARNING Continued climate control system operation in the recirculated air position may allow humidity to increase inside vehicle which may fog the glass and obscure visibility Do not sleep in a vehicle wi...

Page 185: ...ur vehicle Mode selection button The mode selection button controls the direction of the air flow through the venti lation system The air flow outlet port is converted as follows OGH026056 OGH026055N ectromanuales com ...

Page 186: ...t directed to the side window defrosters outlet port Defrost button Most of the air flow is directed to the windshield with a small amount of air directed to the side window defrosters outlet port When the defrost button is pressed the outside fresh air position will automati cally be selected and air will be dis charged through the windshield defrost vents The air conditioning will automati cally...

Page 187: ...m on indicator light will illu minate Push the button again to turn the air con ditioning system off OFF button Push the OFF button to turn off the air climate control system However you can still operate the mode and air intake but tons as long as the ignition switch is ON N OGH026064 OGH026065 ectromanuales com ...

Page 188: ...TION When the performance of the air conditioning system is reduced it is important that the correct type and amount of oil and refrigerant is used Otherwise damage to the compressor and abnormal system operation may occur CAUTION When using the air conditioning system monitor the temperature gauge closely while driving up hills or in heavy traffic when outside temperatures are high Air condi tion...

Page 189: ...e front control panel the indicator light in the button illuminates 2 Turn the temperature control knob located between the vents on the rear control panel to adjust the tempera ture Turn the knob up RED mark when warm air is desired or down BLUE mark when cool air is desired 3 Adjust the direction of the airflow using the vent control lever REAR REAR OGH026068 OGH026070 OGH026071 ectromanuales co...

Page 190: ...defrosting or defogging set the mode selection button to the floor defrost position Before driving clear all snow and ice from the windshield rear window out side rear view mirrors and all side win dows Clear all snow and ice from the hood and air inlet in the cowl grill to improve heater and defroster efficiency and to reduce the probability of fogging up inside of the windshield ND DEFOGGING WAR...

Page 191: ...3 Before driving 5 5 Suggestions for economical operation 5 6 Special driving conditions 5 7 Vehicle load limit 5 11 Weight of the vehicle 5 15 Trailer towing 5 16 Label information 5 23 Homelink wireless control system 5 25 Driving tips omanuales com ...

Page 192: ...taining any methanol Either these fuels may cause drivability prob ms and damage to the fuel system scontinue using gasohol of any kind if ivability problems occur Vehicle damage or driveability problems may not be covered by the manufactur er s warranty if they result from the use of 1 Gasohol containing more than 10 ethanol 2 Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol 3 Leaded fuel or leaded gasoho...

Page 193: ...osed areas such as garages any more than what is necessary to move the vehicle in or out of the area When the vehicle is stopped in an open area for more than a short time with the engine running adjust the ventilation system as needed to draw outside air into the vehicle Never sit in a parked or stopped vehi cle for any extended time with the engine running When the engine stalls or fails to star...

Page 194: ...engine at high idle speed for extended periods 5 minutes or more Do not modify or tamper with any part of the engine or emission control sys tem All inspections and adjustments must be made by a qualified techni cian ailure to observe these precautions ould result in damage to the catalytic onverter and to your vehicle dditionally such actions could void your arranties omanuales com ...

Page 195: ...our vehicle and its equipment WARNING Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs Drinking and driving is dangerous Drunk driving is the number one contributor to the highway death toll each year Even a small amount of alcohol will affect your reflexes perceptions and judgement You are much more likely to have a serious accident if you drink and drive If you are drinking or taking drugs don t ...

Page 196: ...possible damage to the brakes and poor fuel economy Improper wheel alignment results in faster tire wear and lower fuel econo my Open windows at high speeds can reduce fuel economy Fuel economy is less in crosswinds and headwinds To help offset some of this loss slow down when driving in these conditions Keeping a vehicle in good operating con dition is important both for economy and safety Theref...

Page 197: ...rea around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between R Reverse and any forward gear in vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle Do not race the engine and spin the wheels as little as possible If you are still stuck after a few tries have the vehicle pulled out by a tow vehicle to avoid engine overheating and possible damage to the transaxle WARNING Downshifting Downshifting with an...

Page 198: ...ing in the rain Rain and wet roads can make driving dangerous especially if you re not pre pared for the slick pavement Here are a few things to consider when driving in the rain A heavy rainfall will make it harder to see and will increase the distance needed to stop your vehicle so slow down Keep your windshield wiping equip ment in good shape Replace your windshield wiper blades when they show ...

Page 199: ...t install studded tires without first hecking local state and municipal regu tions for possible restrictions against eir use Driving in flooded areas Avoid driving through flooded areas unless you are sure the water is no high er than the bottom of the wheel hub Drive through any water slowly Allow adequate stopping distance because brake performance may be affected After driving through water dry...

Page 200: ...per ed for more than 48 hours or engine as been cranked excessively his condition may be caused by oil aining from the HLA s This allows air to nter the HLA causing insufficient lubri ating oil in the HLA This will usually dis ppear within 15 minutes with the engine nning at 2000 3000 rpm If the sound oes not disappear have the engine oil essure engine lubrication system and LA s inspected by an A...

Page 201: ...a driver your vehicle may carry However the seating capacity may be reduced based upon the weight of all of the occupants and the weight of the cargo being carried or towed Do not overload the vehicle as there is a limit to the total weight or load limit including occupants and cargo the vehicle can carry P225 60R16 P225 60R16 P235 55R17 390 860 860 390 OGH056912N 210kPa 30psi 210kPa 30psi 420kPa ...

Page 202: ... if the XXX amount equals 635 kg 1400 lbs and there will be five 68 kg 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle the amount of avail able cargo and luggage load capacity is 295 kg 650 lbs 635 340 5 x 68 295 kg or 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculat...

Page 203: ...ht 650 lbs A B C xample 2 C190F03JM Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity 635 kg Weight 1400 lbs Subtract Occupant B Weight 390 kg 78 kg 172 lbs 5 860 lbs C Available Cargo and 245 kg Luggage weight 540 lbs A B C Example 3 formation label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight ght of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s omanuales com ...

Page 204: ...equipment your vehicle can carry WARNING Over loading Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle the GAWR for either the front or rear axle and vehicle capacity weight Exceeding these ratings can cause an accident or vehicle damage You can calculate the weight of your load by weigh ing the items or people before putting them in the vehicle Be careful not to over load your vehicle Do not load your vehi...

Page 205: ...le hen you picked it up from your deal r plus any aftermarket equipment argo weight his figure includes all weight added o the Base Curb Weight including argo and optional equipment GAW Gross axle weight This is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload GAWR Gross axle weight rating This is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by ...

Page 206: ...Remember that trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering requires correct equipment and it has to be used properly This section contains many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers Please read this ...

Page 207: ...arts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads Always drive at a safe speed less than 100 km h commensurate with road conditions The important considerations have to do with weight Weight of the trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 908 kg 2000 lbs with trailer brakes But even that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan to use your trailer For example sp...

Page 208: ...t intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to them Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper WARNING Never load a trailer with more weight in the rear than in the front The front should be loaded with approximately 60 of the total trailer load the rear should be loaded with approximately 40 of the total trailer load Never exceed the max...

Page 209: ...ing is now a good deal longer and not nearly so responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform safety chains electrical connector s lights tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer mov ing and then apply the trailer brake con troller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your ...

Page 210: ... change Properly connected the trailer lights will also flash to alert other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signals when in fact they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the ...

Page 211: ... When towing a trailer on steep grades in excess of 6 pay close attention to the engine coolant temperature gauge to ensure the engine does not over heat If the needle of the coolant temperature gauge moves across the dial towards H HOT pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to do so and allow the engine to idle until it cools down You may proceed once the engine has cooled sufficiently You must...

Page 212: ...ant and cooling system fluid Brake condition is another important item to frequently check Each item is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Don t forget to also maintain your trailer and hitch Follow the maintenance schedule that accompanied your trailer and check it periodica...

Page 213: ...5 23 Driving tips ehicle identification number VIN OGH067001N 2GHA522 OGH36603N ehicle identification number VIN VIN label VIN bar code 2GHA524 atement of compliance omanuales com ...

Page 214: ...ngine number OGH067003 omanuales com ...

Page 215: ...odel manufactured before April 1 1982 A garage door opener which cannot detect an object signaling the door to stop and reverse does not meet current federal safety standards Using a garage door opener with out these features increases risk of serious injury or death For more information call 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Continued Continued Retain the original transmitter ...

Page 216: ... program additional hand held trans mitters NOTICE For non rolling code garage door open ers follow steps 2 3 For rolling code garage door openers follow steps 2 6 For Canadian Programming please fol low the Canadian Programming section For help with determining whether your garage is non rolling code or rolling code please refer to the garage door openers owner s manual or contact HomeLink custom...

Page 217: ...or other rolling code equipped devices with the rolling code feature follow these instruc tions after completing the Programming portion of this text A second person may make the following training proce dures quicker easier 4 Locate the learn or smart button on the device s motor head unit Exact location and color of the button may vary by product brand If there is diffi culty locating the learn ...

Page 218: ...tivate the evice e g garage door entry door lock c In the event that there are still pro amming difficulties contact HomeLink 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at ww homelink com Erasing programmed HomeLink buttons To erase the three programmed buttons individual buttons cannot be erased Press and hold the left and center buttons simultaniously until the indica tor light begins to flash approximat...

Page 219: ...nt ossible motor burn up Accessories If you would like additional information on the HomeLink Wireless Control System HomeLink compatible products or to purchase other accessories such as the HomeLink Lighting Package please contact HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two ...

Page 220: ...warning 6 2 In case of an emergency while driving 6 2 Overheating 6 3 Emergency starting 6 4 Electrical circuit protection 6 6 Towing 6 13 If you have a flat tire 6 18 In case of an emergency ectromanuales com ...

Page 221: ...and then push the vehi cle to a safe place If you have a flat tire while driving If a tire goes flat while you are driving 1 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and let the car slow down while driving straight ahead Do not apply the brakes immediately or attempt to pull off the road as this may cause a loss of control When the car has slowed to such a speed that it is safe to do so brake care...

Page 222: ...ally If the temperature does not go down with the engine idling stop the engine and allow sufficient time for it to cool 4 The coolant level should then be checked If the level in the reservoir is low look for leaks at the radiator hoses and connections heater hoses and connections radiator and water pump If you find a major leak or anoth er problem that may have caused the engine to overheat do n...

Page 223: ...y from the battery The battery pro duces hydrogen gas which may explode if exposed to flame or sparks Do not attempt to jump start the vehicle if the discharged battery is frozen or if the electrolyte level is low the battery may rupture or explode ectromanuales com ...

Page 224: ...erminal of the discharged battery then con nect the other end to the positive ter minal on the booster battery Proceed to connect one end of the other jumper cable to the negative ter minal of the booster battery then the other end to a solid stationary metallic point for example the engine lifting bracket away from the battery Do not connect it to or near any part that moves when the engine is cr...

Page 225: ... starting Fuses A vehicle s electrical system is protected from electrical overload damage by fuses WARNING Never tow a vehicle to start it because the sudden surge forward when the engine starts could cause a collision with the tow vehicle ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT PROTECTION 1VQA4037 Normal Normal Blown Blown Normal Blown ectromanuales com ...

Page 226: ...object to remove fuses because it may cause a short circuit and damage the sys tem e t e s e f g y Fuse replacement 1 Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off 2 Pull the suspected fuse straight out Use the removal tool provided on the main fuse box in the engine compart ment 3 Check the removed fuse replace it if it is blown Spare fuses are provided in the fuse panel 4 Push in a new fus...

Page 227: ...on the cover and unhook ing the tab on one end and tilting the cover back toward the other end 3 Check the fuses If one is blown replace it with a new one of the same rating NOTICE After checking the fuse box in the engine compartment securely install the fuse box cover If not electrical failures may occur from water leaking in A 1GHA404 OGH056001 Engine compartment Junction Box Main Fuse ectroman...

Page 228: ...e of an emergency e e e f 4 Engine compartment 91950 3F100 Fuse Relay panel description Inside the fuse relay box covers you can find the fuse relay label describing fuse relay name and capacity ectromanuales com ...

Page 229: ...Engine control unit 26 INJECTOR 10A Injector 27 ECS 15A Electronic control suspension BLOWER 40A Blower motor IGN 1 30A Ignition switch ABS 2 30A Anti lock brake system ABS 1 30A Anti lock brake system IGN 2 30A Ignition switch S WARM 30A Seat warmer H LP LO LH Headlight relay low beam left FUEL PUMP Fuel pump relay HORN Horn relay START Start motor relay A CON Air conditioner relay H LP HI Headli...

Page 230: ...LASS 30A Defroster TRUNK OPEN 15A Trunk lid opener CLUSTER 10A Cluster A BAG IND 10A Air bag indicator P OUTLET 25A Electrical power socket LAN UNIT 10A Lan unit CURTAIN RR 15A Electric curtain rear FOG LP RR PIC 15A Fog light rear Personal identifi cation card F LID OPEN 15A Fuel filler lid opener P SEAT RR 30A Power seat rear B ALARM 10A Burglar alarm STOP LP 15A Stop light TRIP COMPUTER 10A Tri...

Page 231: ... the power connector is pulled up from the fuse panel the warning chime AV system clock and intetrior lamps etc will not operate Some items must be reset after replace ment Even though the power connector is pulled up the battery can still be discharged by operation of the headlights or other electrical devices tected component ditioning system window left right arning system ourtesy lamp e review...

Page 232: ...eing towed by a commercial tow truck and wheel dollies are not used the front of the vehicle should always be lift ed not the rear 2GHA4107 2GHA4106 8 2GHA4109 CAUTION Do not tow the vehicle backwards with the front wheels on the ground as this may cause dam age to the vehicle Do not tow with sling type equip ment Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment ectromanuales com ...

Page 233: ...RNING Do not use the hooks under the front of the vehicle for towing pur poses These hooks are designed ONLY for transport tie down If the tie down hooks are used for towing the tie down hooks will be damaged and this could lead to serious injury ectromanuales com ...

Page 234: ...e caution when towing the vehicle A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate the brakes Towing in this manner may be done only on hard surfaced roads for a short dis tance and at low speeds Also the wheels axles power train steering and brakes must all be in good condition Do not use the tow hooks to pull a vehicle out of mud sand or other con ditions from which the vehicle cannot be ...

Page 235: ...cle Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which would place excessive stress on the emergency towing hook and tow ing cable or chain The hook and towing cable or chain may break and cause serious injury or dam age If the towing vehicle can hardly move do not forcibly continue the towing Contact an Authorized Kia dealer or a commercial tow truck service for assistance Tow the vehicle as ...

Page 236: ...or similar substances that prevent the vehicle from being driven out under its own power Remove the soil and sand etc from the front and the back of the tires Place a stone or wood under the tires CAUTION To prevent internal damage to the transaxle never tow your vehicle from the rear backwards with all four tires in contact with the sur face ectromanuales com ...

Page 237: ...h a com pact spare tire This compact spare tire takes up less space than a regu lar size tire This tire is smaller than a conventional tire and is designed for temporary use only N 1GHA407 CAUTION Compact spare You should drive carefully when the compact spare is in use The compact spare should be replaced by the proper conventional tire and rim at the first opportunity The operation of this vehic...

Page 238: ...are tire diameter is smaller than the diameter of a con ventional tire and reduces the ground clearance approximately 25 mm 1 inch which could result in damage to the vehicle Do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash with a compact spare Do not use tire chains on this tire Because of the smaller size a tire chain will not fit properly This could damage the vehicle and result in loss of...

Page 239: ...s injury or death No person should place any portion of their body under a vehicle that is supported only by a jack use vehicle support stands Do not start or run the engine while the vehicle is on the jack Do not allow anyone to remain in the vehicle while it is on the jack Make sure any children pres ent are in a secure place away from the road and from the vehicle to be raised with the jack 1JB...

Page 240: ...gently to remove the wheel cover if equipped WARNING Changing a tire To prevent vehicle movement while changing a tire always set the parking brake fully and always block the wheel diago nally opposite the wheel being changed It is recommended that the wheels of the vehicle be chocked and that no person should remain in a vehicle that is being jacked 4 2GHN409 ectromanuales com ...

Page 241: ...s measure ment is approximately 30 mm 1 2 in Before removing the wheel lug nuts make sure the vehicle is stable and that there is no chance for movement or slip page 11 Remove the wheel lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise then remove the wheel 12 Mount the spare tire into position and install the wheel lug nuts with the beveled edge inward WARNING Jack location To reduce the possibility of i...

Page 242: ... Installation of a non metric thread nut on a metric stud or vice versa will not secure the wheel to the hub properly and will damage the stud so that it must be replaced Note that most lug nuts do not have metric threads Be sure to use extreme care in checking for thread style before installing aftermarket lug nuts or wheels If in doubt consult an Authorized Kia Dealer WARNING Wheel studs If the ...

Page 243: ...lter 7 11 Engine cooling system 7 12 Brakes 7 14 Power steering 7 15 Automatic transaxle 7 16 Lubricants and fluids 7 18 Air cleaner 7 19 Climate control air filter 7 19 Wiper blades 7 20 Battery 7 22 Tires and wheels 7 25 Lubricant specifications 7 36 Exterior care 7 38 Interior care 7 41 Maintenance ectromanuales com ...

Page 244: ...the following pages You need this information to establish your compli ance with the servicing and maintenance requirements of your Kia warranties Detailed warranty information is provided in your Warranty Consumer Information manual Repairs and adjustments required as a result of improper maintenance or a lack of required maintenance are not covered We strongly recommend that all vehicle maintena...

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Page 247: ...0 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64 I I I I I R I I I I I R I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L Inspect when abnormal condition noted Rotate the tires every 12 000 km ectromanuales com ...

Page 248: ...ill adjust of replace specifications in the Owner s Manual uired if driving under dusty conditions uired if the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions riving in stop and go traffic he wheels t levels every week ectromanuales com ...

Page 249: ...if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or pulls to one side when trav eling on smooth level road When stopping listen and check for strange sounds pulling to one side increased brake pedal travel or hard to push brake pedal If any slipping or changes in the oper ation of your transaxle occurs check the transaxle fluid level Check automatic transaxle P Park function Check parking brake Check for...

Page 250: ...heck the lap shoulder belts for wear and function Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts At least once a year Clean body and door drain holes Lubricate door hinges and checks and hood hinges Lubricate door and hood locks and latches Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips Check the air conditioning system before the warm weather season Check the power steering fluid level Inspect and lubricate ...

Page 251: ...one by a quali fied technician Working under the hood with the engine running is dangerous It becomes even more dangerous when you wear jewelry or loose clothing These can become entangled in moving parts and result in injury Therefore if you must run the engine while work ing under the hood make certain that you remove all jewelry espe cially rings bracelets watches and necklaces and all neckties...

Page 252: ...steering fluid reservoir 3 Engine oil filler cap 4 Auto transaxle oil dipstick 5 Air cleaner 6 Brake fluid reservoir 7 Engine oil dipstick 8 Radiator cap 9 Positive battery terminal 10 Engine coolant reservoir 11 Negative battery terminal ectromanuales com ...

Page 253: ...ecified engine oil Refer to Recommended Lubricants later in this section Changing the engine oil and filter Change engine oil and filter according to the Scheduled Maintenance at the begin ning of this section OGH057003 OGH057005 ectromanuales com ...

Page 254: ...aler for a cooling system inspec tion Continued Turn the engine off and wait until it cools down Even then use extreme care when removing the radiator cap Wrap a thick towel around it and turn it counter clockwise slowly to the first stop Step back while the pressure is released from the cooling system When you are sure all the pres sure has been released press down on the cap using a thick towel ...

Page 255: ... 13 F 40 60 35 C 31 F 50 50 45 C 49 F 60 40 Ambient Temperature Mixture Percentage volume Coolant Solution Water 1GHA412 WARNING Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot Scalding hot coolant and steam may blow out under pressure This could cause serious injury ectromanuales com ...

Page 256: ...id should come in contact with your eyes immediately flush them with a large quantity of fresh tap water Have your eyes examined by a doctor as soon as possible WARNING In the event the brake system requires frequent additions of fluid the vehicle should be inspected by an Authorized Kia Dealer CAUTION Do not allow brake fluid to contact the vehicle s body paint as paint damage will result Brake f...

Page 257: ...ser voir tank is empty When adding fluid be careful that dirt does not get into the tank Too little fluid can make the steering wheel heavier or strange noise can be generated The use of the non specified fluid could reduce the effectiveness of the power steering wheel and cause dam age to it Use only the specified power steering fluid Refer to Recommended Lubricants later in this section Power st...

Page 258: ...r P Park position 3 Confirm that the fluid level is in HOT range on the level gauge If the fluid level is lower add the specified fluid from the fill hole If the fluid level is higher drain the fluid from the drain hole 4 If the fluid level is checked in cold con dition fluid temperature 20 30 C 68 86 F add the fluid to COLD line and then recheck the fluid level according to the above step 2 OVQ05...

Page 259: ...he red dye which is not an indicator of fluid quality is not permanent As the vehicle is driven the automatic transaxle fluid will begin to look darker The color may eventually appear light brown NOTICE Have an Authorized Kia dealer change the automatic transaxle fluid according to the Scheduled Maintenance at the beginning of this section WARNING Parking brake To avoid sudden movement of the vehi...

Page 260: ...uid reservoir Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when sprayed on the windshield and may cause loss of vehicle control or damage to paint and body trim Windshield Washer fluid agents contain some amounts of alcohol and can be flammable under cer tain circumstances Do not allow sparks or flame to contact the washer fluid or the washer fluid reservoir Damage to the vehicle or it s occup...

Page 261: ...he air vents may be decreased and the dust intake may increase Therefore the air filter should be replaced at the intervals shown in the maintenance schedule If the vehicle is operated in dusty or sandy areas replace the filter more often than the recommended inter vals CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER IF EQUIPPED OGH056911N Evaporator core Blower Outside air Recirculated air Climate control air filter ...

Page 262: ...leaner or mild detergent and rinse thoroughly with clean water Windshield wiper blade replace ment When the wipers no longer clean ade quately the blades may be worn or cracked and require replacement NOTICE The use of a non specified wiper blade could result in wiper malfunction and failure CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper blades do not use gasoline kerosene paint thinner or other solvents ...

Page 263: ... 21 Maintenance r c l p 2 Compress the clip and slide the blade assembly downward 3 Lift it off the arm 4 Install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal 1JBA7037 1JBA7038 3 ectromanuales com ...

Page 264: ... provide ventilation when working in an enclosed space Continued Continued An inappropriately dis posed battery can be harm ful to the environment and human health Dispose the battery according to your local law s or regulation When lifting a plastic cased bat tery excessive pressure on the case may cause battery acid to leak resulting in personal injury Lift with a battery carrier or with your ha...

Page 265: ... it by slow charging trickle for 10 hours If the battery gradually discharges because of high electric load while the vehicle is being used recharge it at 20 30A for two hours Items to be reset after the battery has been discharged or the battery has been disconnected Driver seat position memory system See Chapter 3 Power window See Chapter 3 Clock See Chapter 3 Climate control system See Chapter ...

Page 266: ... the battery charger in the following order 1 Turn off the battery charger main switch 2 Unhook the negative clamp from the negative battery terminal 3 Unhook the positive clamp from the positive battery terminal ectromanuales com ...

Page 267: ...90 390 860 860 390 390 860 860 OGH036905N WARNING Tire underin flation Severe underinflation 70 kPa 10 psi or more can lead to severe heat build up causing blowouts tread separation and other tire failures that can result in the loss of vehicle control leading to severe injury or death This risk is much higher on hot days and when driving for protracted periods at high speeds ectromanuales com ...

Page 268: ...Inflation Overinflation or underinflation can reduce tire life adversely affect vehicle handling and lead to sudden tire failure This could result in loss of vehicle control and potential injury WARNING Tire pressure Always observe the following Check tire pressure when the tires are cold After vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or hasn t been driven more than 1 6 km one mile since s...

Page 269: ...correct tire pres sure improper wheel alignment out of balance wheels severe braking or severe cornering Look for bumps or bulges in the tread or side of tire Replace the tire if you find either of these conditions Replace the tire if fabric or cord is visible After rotation be sure to bring the front and rear tire pressures to specification and check lug nut tightness Refer to Section 8 Specifica...

Page 270: ... vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance In most cases you will not need to have your wheels aligned again However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your wheels may need to ...

Page 271: ...or two rear tires as a pair Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle s handling The ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels Tire size can affect wheel speed When replacing tires all 4 tires must use the same size origi nally supplied with the vehicle Using tires of a different size can cause the ABS Antilock Brake System and ESC Electronic Stability Control If equipped to w...

Page 272: ...rked with a tire size designation You will need this information when selecting replace ment tires for your car The following explains what the letters and num bers in the tire size designation mean Example tire size designation These numbers are provided as an example only your tire size designa tor could vary depending on your vehicle P185 65R14 86H P Applicable vehicle type tires marked with th...

Page 273: ...re tire should be replaced by new ones You can find the manufacturing date on the tire sidewall possibly on the inside of the wheel displaying the DOT Code The DOT Code is a series of num bers on a tire consisting of numbers and English letters The manufactur ing date is designated by the last four digits characters of the DOT code DOT XXXX XXXX OOOO The front part of the DOT means a plant code nu...

Page 274: ...dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard CMVSS for grading tires by tread wear traction and tempera ture performance Tread wear The tread wear grade is a compara tive rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified govern ment test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 Th...

Page 275: ...ds that is located between the plies and the tread Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread WARNING Tire temperature The temperature grade for this tire is...

Page 276: ...vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 68 kg 150 pounds Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of a asymmetrical tire that has a par ticular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle The outward facing sidewall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the in...

Page 277: ...ll season tires and may be more appropriate in some areas Summer tires Kia specifies summer tires on some models to provide superior perform ance on dry roads Summer tire per formance is substantially reduced in snow and ice Summer tires do not have the tire traction rating M S Mud and Snow on the tire side wall if you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions Kia recom mends the use...

Page 278: ...ext page These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle Lubricant Classification Engine oil API Service SL or SM ILSAC GF 3 or above Automatic transaxle fluid DIAMOND ATF SP III Power steering fluid PSF IV Brake fluid FMVSS116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 ectromanuales com ...

Page 279: ...rature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers Temperature Gasoline Engine Oil 1 C F 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 1 For better fuel economy it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W 20 5W 30 API SL or SM ILSAC GF 3 However the engine oil is not available in your coun try select the proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart 10W 30 5W 20 5W 30 ect...

Page 280: ...nts or hot water and do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight or when the body of the vehicle is warm WARNING After washing the vehicle test the brakes while driving slowly to see if they have been affected by water If braking performance is impaired dry the brakes by applying them lightly while maintaining a slow for ward speed CAUTION Water washing in the engine com partment including high pre...

Page 281: ...s anti corrosion materials to the parts repaired or replaced Bright metal maintenance To remove road tar and insects use a tar remover not a scraper or other sharp object To protect the surfaces of bright metal parts from corrosion apply a coating of wax or chrome preservative and rub to a high luster During winter weather or in coastal areas cover the bright metal parts with a heavier coating of ...

Page 282: ...with water Also be sure to clean the wheels after driving on salted roads This helps pre vent corrosion Avoid washing the wheels with high speed car wash brushes Do not use any acid detergent It may damage and corrode the aluminum wheels coated with a clear protective finish WARNING After washing the vehicle test the brakes while driving slowly to see if they have been affected by water If braking...

Page 283: ...ing with any mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpet Follow the instruc tions provided with the soap Do not bleach or re dye the webbing because this may weaken it Cleaning the interior window glass If the interior glass surfaces of the vehi cle become fogged that is covered with an oily greasy or waxy film they should be cleaned with glass cleaner Follow the directions on...

Page 284: ...8 Specifications 8 2 Specifications ectromanuales com ...

Page 285: ...authorized Kia dealer for more n Light Bulb Wattage Headlight High 55 Headlight Low 55 or 35 1 Front turn signal lights LED type 14 5 Position lights 5 Side mark lights 5 Front fog lights if equipped 55 Stop and tail lights 27 8 Rear turn signal lights 28 Back up lights 18 High mounted stop light LED type 2 5 License plate lights 5 Front map lamp 8 or 10 2 Center dome lamp 10 Door courtesy lamps 5...

Page 286: ...SF IV 8 7 l 9 2 US qt Ethylene glycol base for aluminum radiator 0 7 0 8 l 0 7 0 8 US qt FMVSS116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 70 l 18 5 US gal Unleaded gasoline with AKI 87 or higher ers on the page 7 37 Recommended Cold Tire Wheel lug nut torque Inflation Pressure kPa psi kg m lb ft N m 7 210 30 9 11 65 79 88 107 6 210 30 9 11 65 79 88 107 420 60 9 11 65 79 88 107 ectromanuales com ...

Page 287: ...9 Index ectromanuales com ...

Page 288: ...m 7 12 Engine oil and oil filter 7 11 Exterior care 7 38 Fuel filler lid 3 81 Fuel requirements 5 2 Hazard warning flasher 4 45 Homelink wireless control system 5 25 Hood 3 80 How to use this manual 1 2 If you have a flat tire 6 18 Ignition switch 4 2 Immobilizer system 3 7 Instrument cluster 4 25 Instrument panel overview 2 3 Interior care 7 41 Interior features 3 91 Interior lights 3 88 Interior...

Page 289: ...eel 4 17 Storage compartments 3 89 Suggestions for economical operation 5 6 Sunroof 3 96 Tires and wheels 7 25 Towing 6 13 Trailer towing 5 16 Trunk 3 76 Vehicle break in process 1 3 Vehicle load limit 5 11 Warnings and indicators 4 31 Weight of the vehicle 5 15 Windows 3 13 Windshield defrosting and defogging 4 56 Wiper blades 7 20 Wipers and washers 4 41 S T V W ectromanuales com ...

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