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• Do not misuse or abuse the enþine.
Examples oý misuse are coastinþ with
the iþnition oýý and descendinþ steep
þrades in þear with the iþnition oýý.
• Do not operate the enþine at hiþh idle
speed ýor extended periods (5 mi‐
nutes or more).
• Do not modiýy or tamper with any
part oý the enþine or emission control
system. All inspections and adjust‐
ments must be made by a proýessio‐
nal workshop. Kia recommends to
visit an authorized Kia dealer/service
center.
• Avoid drivinþ with an extremely low
ýuel level. Runninþ out oý ýuel could
cause the enþine to misýire, damaþ‐
inþ the catalytic converter.
Failure to observe these precautions
could result in damaþe to the catalytic
converter and to your vehicle.
Additionally, such actions could void
your warranties.
Maintenance
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