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Driving your vehicle
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Driving your vehicle
WARNING
ENGINE EXHAUST CAN BE DANGEROUS!
Engine exhaust fumes can be extremely dangerous. If, at any time, you smell exhaust
fumes inside the vehicle, open the windows immediately.
僅 Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can cause
unconsciousness and death by asphyxiation.
僅 Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.
The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change
the oil or for any other purpose. If you hear a change in the sound of the exhaust
or if you drive over something that strikes the underneath side of the vehicle, have
the exhaust system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Kia dealer.
僅 Do not run the engine in an enclosed area.
Letting the engine idle in your garage, even with the garage door open, is a haz
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ardous practice. Never run the engine in your garage any longer than it takes to
start the engine and back the car out.
僅 Avoid idling the engine for prolonged periods with people inside the car.
If it is necessary to idle the engine for a prolonged period with people inside the
car, be sure to do so only in an open area with the air intake set at "Fresh" and fan
operating at one of the higher speeds so fresh air is drawn into the interior.
If you must drive with the liftgate lid open because you are carrying objects that
make this necessary:
1. Close all windows.
2. Open side vents.
3. Set the air intake control at "Fresh", the air flow control at "Floor" or "Face" and the
fan at one of the higher speeds.
To assure proper operation of the ventilation system, be sure the ventilation air
intakes located just in front of the windshield are kept clear of snow, ice, leaves or
other obstructions.