Kia Cerato 2021, Manual

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What to do in an emergency
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In case of an emergency whilst driving
In case of an emergency whilst
driving
If the engine stalls at a crossroad
or crossing
䳜 If the engine stalls at a crossroad
or crossing, set the shift lever in
the N (Neutral) position and then
push the vehicle to a safe place.
䳜 If your vehicle has a manual
transmission not equipped with a
ignition lock switch, the vehicle
can move forward by shifting to
the 2 (second) or 3 (third) gear
and then turning the starter
without depressing the clutch
pedal.
If you have a flat tyre whilst driving
If a tyre goes flat whilst you are
driving:
1. Take your foot off the accelerator
pedal and let the vehicle slow
-
down whilst driving straight
ahead.
Do not apply the brakes immedi
-
ately or attempt to pull off the
road as this may cause a loss of
control. When the vehicle has
slowed down to such a speed that
it is safe to do so, brake carefully
and pull off the road. Drive off the
road as far as possible and park
on a firm level ground. If you are
on a divided highway, do not park
in the median area between the
two traffic lanes.
2. When the vehicle is stopped, turn
on your emergency hazard flash
-
ers, set the parking brake and put
the transmission in P (automatic
transmission) or reverse (manual
transmission).
3. Have all passengers get out of the
vehicle. Be sure they all get out on
the side of the vehicle that is
away from traffic.
4. When changing a flat tyre, follow
the instruction provided later in
this section.
If engine stalls whilst driving
1. Reduce your speed gradually,
keeping a straight line. Move cau
-
tiously off the road to a safe
place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Try to start the engine again. If
your vehicle does not start, con -
sult a professional workshop. Kia
recommends to consult an
authorised Kia dealer/service
partner.