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Features of your vehicle

A : Wiper speed control

· MIST – Single wipe
· OFF – Off
· INT – Intermittent wipe
· LO – Low wiper speed
· HI – High wiper speed

: Intermittent control wipe time

adjustment

C : Wash with brief wipes

D : Rear wiper/washer control

– Spraying washer fluid

· ON – Continuous wipe

· INT – Intermittent wipe (if equipped)

· OFF – Off

– Wash with brief wipes

WIPERS AND WASHERS

OUN020301/OEN040313

Windshield wiper/washer

Rear window wiper/washer
(if equipped)

Summary of Contents for Rondo 2012

Page 1: ...rmation contained in this Owner s Manual is accurate at the time of publication However Kia reserves the right to make changes at any time so that our policy of continual product improvement can be ca...

Page 2: ...e operation of your new vehicle Kia offers a great variety of options components and features for its various models Therefore some of the equipment described in this manual along with the various ill...

Page 3: ...I Introduction Your vehicle at a glance Safety features of your vehicle Features of your vehicle Driving your vehicle What to do in an emergency Maintenance Specifications Consumer information Index...

Page 4: ...I Index...

Page 5: ...Child restraint system 3 32 Climate control air filter 7 25 Cruise control system 5 24 Defroster 4 59 Dimensions 8 2 Door locks 4 9 Economical operation 5 28 Emergency starting 6 4 Emission control s...

Page 6: ...2 2 Key positions 5 4 Keys 4 3 Lighting 4 51 Maintenance schedule 7 8 Maintenance services 7 4 Manual climate control system 4 61 Mirrors 4 29 Owner maintenance 7 6 Parking brake 7 24 Power steering...

Page 7: ...Towing 6 18 Trailer towing 5 37 Vehicle break in process 1 4 Vehicle certification label 8 6 Vehicle identification number VIN 8 6 Vehicle load limit 5 44 Vehicle weight 5 49 Washer fluid 7 24 Windows...

Page 8: ...1 How to use this manual 1 2 Fuel requirements 1 3 Vehicle break in process 1 4 Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster 1 5 Introduction...

Page 9: ...s the index it has an alpha betical listing of all information in your manual Sections This manual has eight sections plus an index Each section begins with a brief list of contents so you can tell at...

Page 10: ...ol 2 Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol 3 Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol E85 fuel is an alternative fuel com prised of 85 percent ethanol and 15 per cent gasoline and is manufactured exclusively f...

Page 11: ...to the fuel tank at every 12 000 km or every engine oil change is recommended Additives are available from your author ized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them Do not mix other addi...

Page 12: ...arning light ESC indicator if equipped ESC OFF indicator if equipped Malfunction indicator Air bag warning light Cruise indicator if equipped Cruise SET indicator if equipped Immobilizer indicator if...

Page 13: ...2 Interior overview 2 2 Instrument panel overview 2 3 Engine compartment 2 4 Your vehicle at a glance...

Page 14: ...switch 4 30 4 Central door lock switch 4 10 5 Power window lock button 4 17 6 Power window switches 4 15 7 Fuse box 7 45 8 Instrument panel illumination control knob 4 33 9 ESC OFF button 5 19 10 Fron...

Page 15: ...6 Ignition switch 5 4 7 Vent controls 4 64 4 73 8 Digital clock 4 87 9 Hazard warning flasher switch 4 51 6 2 10 Audio controls 4 92 11 Climate control system 4 61 4 70 12 Shift lever 5 7 13 Seat warm...

Page 16: ...7 46 6 Negative battery terminal 6 4 7 28 7 Positive battery terminal 6 4 7 28 8 Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick 7 22 9 Radiator cap 6 6 7 19 10 Engine oil dipstick 7 16 11 Power steering fluid res...

Page 17: ...use box 7 46 6 Negative battery terminal 6 4 7 28 7 Positive battery terminal 6 4 7 28 8 Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick 7 22 9 Radiator cap 6 6 7 19 10 Engine oil dipstick 7 16 11 Power steering f...

Page 18: ...3 Seats 3 2 Seat belts 3 18 Child restraint system 3 32 Air bag advanced supplemental restraint system 3 40 Safety features of your vehicle...

Page 19: ...s Safety features of your vehicle 2 3 C010000AUN EE Front seat 1 Forward and rearward 2 Seatback angle 3 Seat cushion height Driver s seat 4 Seat warmer 5 Headrest 2nd row seats 6 Forward and backward...

Page 20: ...etween the seat and passenger The passenger s hips may slide under the lap por tion of the seat belt during an acci dent or a sudden stop Serious or fatal internal injuries could result because the se...

Page 21: ...thrown forward resulting in serious injury or death in the event of a sudden stop or collision Luggage and other cargo should be laid flat in the cargo area If objects are large heavy or must be pile...

Page 22: ...102AUN Seatback angle To recline the seatback 1 Lean forward slightly and lift up on the seatback recline lever located on the outside of the seat at the rear 2 Carefully lean back on the seat and adj...

Page 23: ...operly supports the head and neck OUN026036 OUN026036N Type B Type A OHM038048N WARNING For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident the headrest should be adjusted so the middle of the headrest i...

Page 24: ...holes while press ing the release button 1 Then adjust it to the appropriate height Active headrest if equipped The active headrest is designed to move forward and upward during a rear impact This hel...

Page 25: ...seat warmer off The seat warmer may cause burns even at low tem peratures especially if used for long periods of time In particular the driver must exercise extreme care for the following types of pas...

Page 26: ...ck pockets In an acci dent they could come loose from the pocket and injure vehicle occu pants WARNING For proper operation of the occu pant classification system Do not place any items cumula tively...

Page 27: ...ob forward or rear ward to move the seatback to the desired angle Release the knob once the seat reaches the desired position C010203AUN Seat cushion height Pull the front portion of the control knob...

Page 28: ...if equipped To recline the seatback 1 Pull up the seatback recline lever located on the outside of the seat at the rear or on the top of the rear seat back 2 Carefully lean back on the seat and adjus...

Page 29: ...tiveness in case of an accident the headrest should be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height as the center of gravity of an occupant s head Generally the center of gravity of mo...

Page 30: ...guide to prevent the seat belt from being damaged 2 Set the front seatback to the upright position and if necessary slide the front seat forward or the rear seat backward OUN028058L 7 seater 2nd row...

Page 31: ...ar seatback forward and down firmly 6 Stow the headrest by inserting the headrest poles into the holes on the bottom of the seat cushion 7 To use the rear seat lift and push the seatback backward by p...

Page 32: ...if equipped and insert the rear seat belt webbing in the guide to prevent the seat belt from being dam aged 2 Set the front or 2nd row seatback to the upright position and if necessary slide the front...

Page 33: ...ar seat Ensure that the seat back is completely locked into its upright position by pushing on the top of the seatback Otherwise in an accident or sudden stop the seat could fold down and allow cargo...

Page 34: ...row seatbacks to the upright position remember to return the rear shoulder belts to their proper posi tion Routing the seat belt webbing through the rear seat belt guides will help keep the belts fro...

Page 35: ...at If a child over 12 must be seated in the front seat he she must be properly belted and the seat should be moved as far back as possible Never wear the shoulder belt under your arm or behind your ba...

Page 36: ...s fastened Front passenger s seat belt warning As a reminder to the front passenger the front passenger s seat belt warning light will blink for approximately 6 seconds each time you turn the ignition...

Page 37: ...wever the belt will lock into position It will also lock if you try to lean forward too quickly NOTICE If you are not able to smothly pull enough of the safety belt from the retractor firmly pull the...

Page 38: ...audible click when the tab locks into the buckle When not securing a child restraint the seat belt operates in the same way as the driver s seat belt Emergency Locking Retractor Type It automatically...

Page 39: ...nded that seated passengers use the emergency locking feature for improved convenience The automatic locking function is intended to facilitate child restraint installation To convert from the automat...

Page 40: ...nnector 2 until an audible click is heard indicating the latch is locked Make sure the belt is not twisted 3 Pull the webbing and insert the tongue plate 3 into the open end of the buck le 4 until an...

Page 41: ...center seat belt the buckle with the CENTER mark must be used To unfasten the rear center seat belt 1 Press the release button 5 on the buckle 4 and remove the tongue plate 3 from the buckle 4 2 Allo...

Page 42: ...seat belt buckles can be stowed in the pocket between the rear seatback and cushion when not in use The center seat belt can be stowed with the plate and webbing rolled in the pocket between the rear...

Page 43: ...belt retractor will lock into position In certain frontal collisions the pre tensioner will activate and pull the seat belt into tighter contact against the occupant s body If the system senses exces...

Page 44: ...elts are activated a loud noise may be heard and fine dust which may appear to be smoke may be visible in the passenger compartment These are normal oper ating conditions and are not haz ardous Althou...

Page 45: ...ne time After acti vation pre tensioner seat belts must be replaced All seat belts of any type should always be replaced after they have been worn during a collision The pre tensioner seat belt assemb...

Page 46: ...to Child restraint system in this section WARNING Every person in your vehicle needs to be properly restrained at all times including infants and chil dren Never hold a child in your arms or lap when...

Page 47: ...ding to specific recommendations by their doctors The lap portion of the belt should be worn AS SNUGLY AND LOW AS POSSIBLE on the hips not a cross the abodomen C020303AUN Injured person A seat belt sh...

Page 48: ...questions concern ing seat belt operation should be directed to an authorized Kia dealer WARNING When you return the rear seatback to its upright position after the rear seatback has been folded down...

Page 49: ...es a child seat or infant seat must be used Before buying a particular child restraint system make sure it fits your car seat and seat belts and fits your child Follow all the instructions provided by...

Page 50: ...ung children may inadver tently cause the vehicle to move entangle themselves in the win dows or lock themselves or oth ers inside the vehicle Never allow two children or any two persons to use the sa...

Page 51: ...ormal movement of the child in the vehicle from causing the seat belt to loosen and compromise the child restraint system To secure a child restraint system use the following proce dure CRS09 OUN02615...

Page 52: ...ufacturer s instructions Be sure the seat belt web bing 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 i...

Page 53: ...actor is in the Automatic Locking mode To remove the child restraint press the release button on the buckle and then pull the lap shoulder belt out of the restraint and allow the seat belt to retract...

Page 54: ...tether strap hook to the appropriate child restraint hook holder and tighten to secure the seat WARNING Tether strap Never mount more than one child restraint to a single tether or to a single lower a...

Page 55: ...ted on the left and right rear seat backs to indi cate the position of the lower anchors for child restraints WARNING Child restraint check Check that the child restraint sys tem is secure by pushing...

Page 56: ...s LATCH lower anchors are only to be used with the left and right rear outboard seating positions Never attempt to attach an LATCH equipped seat in the center seating position You may damage the ancho...

Page 57: ...f equipped AIR BAG ADVANCED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM OEN036301 The actual air bags in the vehicle may differ from the illustration WARNING Even in vehicles with air bags you and your passengers m...

Page 58: ...s severe enough to require air bag deployment or pre tensioner seat belt deployment The SRS AIR BAG warning light on the instrument panel will illuminate for about 6 seconds after the ignition switch...

Page 59: ...forward visibility and the ability to steer or operate other con trols B240B02L B240B03L Driver s front air bag 2 Driver s front air bag 3 WARNING Do not install or place any acces sories drink holder...

Page 60: ...which the air bags were deployed The SRS can function only when the ignition switch is in the ON position If the SRS AIR BAG warning light does not illuminate or continuously remains on after illumin...

Page 61: ...ushion with their seat belt on legs com fortably extended and their feet on the floor the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator will be turned off and the front passenger s air bag will be able to inflate i...

Page 62: ...tem may recognize him her as an adult depending on his her physique or posture 3 Never install a child restraint system on the front passenger seat WARNING Riding in an improper position or placing we...

Page 63: ...on the door or center console Never sit on one side of the front passenger seat Never place feet on the dash board OVQ036013N 1KMN3662 Never put a heavy load in the front passenger seat or seatback p...

Page 64: ...occupant classification sensor will then classify the front pas senger after several more seconds B990A01O WARNING Do not allow an adult passenger to ride in the front seat when the PASSENGER AIR BAG...

Page 65: ...adversely affect the occupant classification system Do not use accessory seat cov ers on the front seats Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear as opposed...

Page 66: ...e driver s seat position the driver s and front passen ger s seat belt usage and impact severi ty WARNING If the occupant classification sys tem is not working properly the SRS air bag warning light o...

Page 67: ...Occupant classification system in this section WARNING If a seat track position sensor or an occupant classification system is not working properly the SRS air bag warning light on the instru ment pa...

Page 68: ...every trip every time everyone Air bags inflate with con siderable force and in the blink of an eye Seat belts help keep occu pants in proper position to obtain maximum benefit from the air bag Even w...

Page 69: ...SRS inopera tive If the SRS air bag warning light remains illuminated while the vehicle is being driven have an authorized Kia dealer inspect the air bag system as soon as possi ble Continued Continue...

Page 70: ...nt causing serious or fatal injuries Continued Even though your vehicle is equipped with the occupant clas sification system do not install a child restraint system in the front passenger seat positio...

Page 71: ...ave the vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized Kia dealer Inform that your vehicle is equipped with side air bags and an occupant classification sys tem WARNING Do not allow the passengers to l...

Page 72: ...d sit in an upright position with the seat belts prop erly fastened Importantly chil dren should sit in a proper child restraint system in the rear seat Continued Continued When children are seated in...

Page 73: ...nclude rear impacts second or third collisions in multiple impact accidents as well as low speed impacts In other words just because your vehicle is damaged and even if it is totally unusable don t be...

Page 74: ...hould not or they may not deploy when they should causing severe injury or death Therefore do not try to perform maintenance on or around the air bag sensors Have the vehicle checked and repaired by a...

Page 75: ...air bags side and or curtain air bags are designed to inflate only in side impact collisions but they may inflate in other collisions if the side impact sensors detect a sufficient impact If the vehic...

Page 76: ...because occupants move to the direction of the collision and thus in side impacts frontal air bag deployment would not provide addi tional occupant protection However side or curtain air bags may infl...

Page 77: ...under ride collisions Air bags may not inflate in rollover acci dents because air bag deployment would not provide protection to the occupants However side and or curtain air bags may inflate when the...

Page 78: ...e air bags 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 veh...

Page 79: ...and throat etc If this is the case wash and rinse with cold water immediately and consult a doctor if the symptom persists C040903AUN Installing a child restraint on a front passenger s seat is forbid...

Page 80: ...tely 6 seconds The light comes on while the vehicle is in motion WARNING Extreme Hazard Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an air bag in front of it Never put a child...

Page 81: ...t the air bag covers and proper deployment of the system No objects should be placed over or near the air bag modules on the steering wheel instrument panel and the front passenger s panel above the g...

Page 82: ...ag covers they could be injured if the air bags inflate Do not attach or place objects on or near the air bag covers Any object attached to or placed on the front or side air bag covers could interfer...

Page 83: ...Air bag warning label Air bag warning labels some required by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS are attached to alert the driv er and passengers of potential risks of the air bag syst...

Page 84: ...rument cluster 4 32 Rear parking assist system 4 47 Rearview camera 4 49 Hazard warning flasher 4 50 Lighting 4 51 Wipers and washers 4 54 Interior light 4 58 Defroster 4 59 Manual climate control sys...

Page 85: ...Exterior feature 4 90 Audio system 4 92 Features of your vehicle 4...

Page 86: ...in a vehicle with the ignition key is dan gerous even if the key is not in the ignition switch Children copy adults and they could place the key in the ignition switch The ignition key would enable ch...

Page 87: ...d ignition key for your vehicle the engine will not start NOTICE When starting the engine do not use the key with other immobilizer keys around Otherwise the engine may not start or may stop soon afte...

Page 88: ...o the ACC position 3 To enter the first digit in this example 2 turn the ignition switch to the ON and ACC position twice Perform the same procedure for the next digits between 3 seconds and 10 second...

Page 89: ...ts will blink twice again to indicate that all doors are unlocked After depressing this button the doors will be locked automatically unless you open any door within 30 seconds D020104AUN Tailgate unl...

Page 90: ...ized Kia dealer This device complies with Industry canada standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must...

Page 91: ...all the battery in the reverse order of removal For replacement transmitters see an authorized Kia dealer for transmitter reprogramming CAUTION The keyless entry system trans mitter is designed to giv...

Page 92: ...your vehicle is equipped with the remote keyless entry system there is no key lock on the front passenger s door NOTICE In cold and wet climates door lock and door mechanisms may not work properly du...

Page 93: ...n is unlocked and door opens if equipped Front doors cannot be locked if the ignition key is in the ignition switch and any front door is open D050202AUN With central door lock switch Operate by depre...

Page 94: ...ded WARNING Unattended children An enclosed vehicle can become extremely hot causing death or severe injury to unattended chil dren or animals who cannot escape the vehicle Furthermore children might...

Page 95: ...ar edge of the door to the lock position When the child safety lock is in the lock position the rear door will not open even when the inner door handle is pulled 3 Close the rear door To open the rear...

Page 96: ...is securely latched TAILGATE WARNING The tailgate swings upward Make sure no objects or people are near the rear of the vehicle when open ing the tailgate CAUTION Make certain that you close the tail...

Page 97: ...tailgate is opened by pushing backward WARNING For emergency be fully aware of the location of the emergency tailgate safety release lever in this vehicle and how to open the tailgate if you are acci...

Page 98: ...r win dow switch 3 Rear door left power window switch 4 Rear door right power window switch 5 Window opening and closing 6 Automatic power window down Driver s window 7 Power window lock switch NOTICE...

Page 99: ...is noise is a normal occurrence and can be reduced or eliminated by taking the following actions If the noise occurs with one or both of the rear windows down partially lower both front windows approx...

Page 100: ...door window switch in opposing directions at the same time If this is done the window will stop and cannot be opened or closed WARNING Windows NEVER leave the ignition key in the vehicle NEVER leave...

Page 101: ...rod from the hood 4 Hold the hood open with the support rod HOOD OUN026022 WARNING Hot parts Grasp the support rod in the area wrapped in rubber The rubber will help prevent you from being burned by...

Page 102: ...n obstruction present in the hood opening may result in property damage or severe personal injury Do not leave gloves rags or any other combustible material in the engine compartment Doing so may caus...

Page 103: ...filler lid will not open because ice has formed around it tap lightly or push on the lid to break the ice and release the lid Do not pry on the lid If necessary spray around the lid with an approved d...

Page 104: ...hut Off if available at the gas station facility Before touching the fuel nozzle you should eliminate potentially dangerous static electricity dis charge by touching another metal part of the vehicle...

Page 105: ...pors resulting in rapid burning If you must re enter the vehicle you should once again eliminate potentially dangerous static electricity dis charge by touching a metal part of the vehicle away from t...

Page 106: ...tions After washing the car or after there is rain be sure to wipe off any water that is on the sunroof before operating it NOTICE The sunroof cannot slide when it is in the tilt position nor can it b...

Page 107: ...Automatic reversal If an object is detected while the sunroof is closing automatically it will reverse direction and then stop Auto reverse function does not work if a small obstacle is between the sl...

Page 108: ...d head are safely out of the way before closing a sunroof CAUTION Periodically remove any dirt that may accumulate on the guide rail If you try to open the sunroof when the temperature is below freezi...

Page 109: ...e sun roof closes completely 3 Release the close button 4 Press and hold the close button for more than 10 seconds until the sun roof has returned to the original posi tion of tilt after it is raised...

Page 110: ...a mal function When this happens increase the engine RPM by depressing accelerator until the RPM reaches 1 500 rpm then release or let the engine idle for two or three min utes to warm up the fluid D1...

Page 111: ...sition before driving D130500AUN Horn To sound the horn press the horn sym bol on your steering wheel Check the horn regularly to be sure it operates properly NOTICE To sound the horn press the area i...

Page 112: ...mirror senses the light level around the vehicle and automati cally controls the headlight glare from vehicles behind you When the engine is running the glare is automatically controlled by the senso...

Page 113: ...right outside rearview mirror is convex Objects seen in the mirror are closer than they appear Use your interior rearview mirror or direct observation to deter mine the actual distance of fol lowing v...

Page 114: ...own left or right After adjustment put the lever into neu tral center position to prevent the inad vertent adjustment D140202AUN EU Folding the outside rearview mirror To fold outside rearview mirror...

Page 115: ...T CLUSTER 1 Tachometer 2 Turn signal indicators 3 Speedometer 4 Engine temperature gauge 5 Warning and indicator lights 6 Shift position indicator 7 Odometer Trip computer 8 Fuel gauge if equipped OUN...

Page 116: ...ed in kilome ters and or miles per hour per hour D150202AUN Tachometer The tachometer indicates the approxi mate number of engine revolutions per minute rpm Use the tachometer to select the correct sh...

Page 117: ...in section 6 OUN026205 CAUTION If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range area toward the H position it indicates overheat ing that may damage the engine WARNING Never remove the radiator cap...

Page 118: ...l dis tance the vehicle has been driven You will also find the odometer useful to determine when periodic maintenance should be performed NOTICE It is forbidden that alteration of the odometer of any...

Page 119: ...can be reset to 0 by pressing the TRIP button for 1 second or more and then releasing Tripmeter A or B can be selected by pressing the TRIP button for less than 1 second To turn the ECOMINDERTM indica...

Page 120: ...cept odometer is reset if the bat tery is disconnected The odometer is always displayed until the display is turned off Push the TRIP button for less than 1 sec ond to select tripmeter driving time av...

Page 121: ...ing time reset Even if the vehicle is not in motion the driving time is calculated while the engine is running The meter s working range is from 0 00 99 59 Pressing the TRIP button for more than 1 sec...

Page 122: ...current fuel in the fuel tank and the amount of fuel delivered to the engine When the remaining distance is below 50 km will be displayed and the dis tance to empty indicator will blink The meter s w...

Page 123: ...tart the engine Any light that does not illuminate should be checked by an authorized Kia dealer After starting the engine check to make sure that all warning lights are off If any are still on this i...

Page 124: ...u turn the ignition switch ON regardless of belt fastening If the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned ON the seat belt warning light and chime will operate for approx...

Page 125: ...ng green arrows on the instru ment panel show the direction indicated by the turn signals If the arrow comes on but does not blink blinks more rapidly than normal or does not illuminate at all a malfu...

Page 126: ...ot stop in as short a distance with only a portion of the brake system working If the brakes fail while you are driving shift to a lower gear for additional engine braking and stop the car as soon as...

Page 127: ...the ignition switch in any position D150316AUN Door ajar warning light This warning light illuminates when a door is not closed securely with the igni tion switch in any position D150317AUN Immobilize...

Page 128: ...c onds When the ESC is on it monitors the driving conditions and under normal driving conditions the ESC light will remain off When a slippery or low trac tion condition is encountered the ESC will op...

Page 129: ...r warning chime if equipped If the driver s door is opened while the ignition key is left in the ignition switch ACC or LOCK position the key reminder warning chime will sound This is to prevent you f...

Page 130: ...5 km h 3 mph the system may not be activated correctly The sensing distance while the rear parking assist system is in operation is approximately 120 cm 47 in When more than two objects are sensed at...

Page 131: ...ge will return to normal when removed 2 Outside air temperature is extremely hot or cold The following objects may not be rec ognized by the sensor 1 Sharp or slim objects such as ropes chains or smal...

Page 132: ...his occurs have your vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible D330000BHM EE The rearview camera will activate when the back up light is ON with the ignition switch ON and the sh...

Page 133: ...in a hazardous location When you must make such an emer gency stop always pull off the road as far as possible The hazard warning lights are turned on by pushing in the hazard switch This causes all t...

Page 134: ...on the steering column D190400AUN EC Lighting control The light switch has a Headlight and a Parking light position To operate the lights turn the knob at the end of the control lever to one of the f...

Page 135: ...peration To turn on the high beam headlights push the lever away from you Pull it back for low beams The high beam indicator will light when the headlight high beams are switched on To prevent the bat...

Page 136: ...gnal is operating They will self cancel after a turn is completed If the indicator contin ues to flash after a turn manually return the lever to the OFF position To signal a lane change move the turn...

Page 137: ...unning light if equipped Daytime Running Lights DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be help ful in many different driving conditions and it is esp...

Page 138: ...I High wiper speed B Intermittent control wipe time adjustment C Wash with brief wipes D Rear wiper washer control Spraying washer fluid ON Continuous wipe INT Intermittent wipe if equipped OFF Off Wa...

Page 139: ...als Use this mode in a light rain or mist To vary the speed setting turn the speed control knob 1 LO Normal wiper speed HI Fast wiper speed NOTICE If there is heavy accumulation of snow or ice on the...

Page 140: ...damage to the washer pump do not operate the washer when the fluid reservoir is empty WARNING Do not use the washer in freezing temperatures without first warming the windshield with the defrosters t...

Page 141: ...nd washer switch is located at the end of the wiper and washer switch lever Turn the switch to desired position to operate the rear wiper and washer Spraying washer fluid and wiping ON Normal wiper op...

Page 142: ...ont passenger D210200BUN Room lamp DOOR In the DOOR position the light comes on when any door is opened regardless of the ignition switch position INTERIOR LIGHT OUN026231 OUN026245 CAUTION Do not use...

Page 143: ...on the mirror light D220000AUN NOTICE If you want to defrost and defog the front windshield refer to Windshield defrosting and defogging in this sec tion OUN026233 CAUTION Do not leave the switch in...

Page 144: ...or when the ignition switch is turned off To turn off the defroster press the rear window defroster button again D220101AUN Outside mirror defroster if equipped If your vehicle is equipped with outsid...

Page 145: ...TEM IF EQUIPPED D230000AUN OUN029301 OUN020501 1 2 3 4 5 6 Type B 1 2 3 4 5 6 Type A 1 Fan speed control knob 2 Mode selection knob 3 Temperature control knob 4 Rear window defroster button 5 Air cond...

Page 146: ...et the mode to the desired position 3 Set the temperature control to the desired position 4 Set the air intake control to the outside fresh air position 5 Set the fan speed control to the desired spee...

Page 147: ...icle faster MAX A C Mode B D Air flow is directed toward the upper body and face In this mode the air conditioning and the recirculated air position will be selected automatically Face Level B D Air f...

Page 148: ...vents The outlet vents can be opened or closed separately using the horizontal thumb wheel Also you can adjust the direction of air delivery from these vents using the vent control lever as shown D230...

Page 149: ...function selected Outside fresh air position The indicator light on the button does not illuminate when the outside fresh air position is selected With the outside fresh air position selected air ente...

Page 150: ...ight will illu minate Push the button again to turn the air conditioning system off WARNING Continued use of the climate con trol system operation in the recir culated air position may allow humidity...

Page 151: ...fresh air in the vehicle This will help keep the driver alert and comfortable Air for the heating cooling system is drawn in through the grilles just ahead of the windshield Care should be taken that...

Page 152: ...engine speed as the air conditioning compressor cycles This is a normal system operation characteristic Use the air conditioning system every month only for a few minutes to ensure maximum system per...

Page 153: ...ricant When the amount of refrigerant is low the performance of the air conditioning is reduced Overfilling also has a negative impact on the air conditioning system Therefore if abnormal operation is...

Page 154: ...ure control knob 3 A C display 4 Fan speed control knob 5 OFF button 6 Mode selection button 7 Front windshield defrost button 8 Recirculated air position button 9 Air conditioning button 10 Rear wind...

Page 155: ...n the TEMP knob to set the desired temperature If the temperature is set to the lowest setting Lo the air conditioning sys tem will operate continuously 3 To turn the automatic operation off press any...

Page 156: ...n the air conditioning system on Press the AUTO button in order to con vert to full automatic control of the sys tem D240201AUN Mode selection The mode selection button controls the direction of the a...

Page 157: ...delivery from these vents using the vent control lever as shown D240202AUN EU Temperature control The temperature will increase to the maximum HI by turning the knob to the right extremely The tempera...

Page 158: ...utside fresh air position or recirculated air position To change the air intake control position push the control button Recirculated air position The indicator light on the button illuminates when th...

Page 159: ...trol knob The higher the fan speed is the more air is delivered Pressing the OFF button turns off the fan WARNING Continued climate control system operation in the recirculated air position may allow...

Page 160: ...off D240207AUN Outside tempmeter The current outside temperature is dis played in 1 C 1 F increments The tem perature range is between 40 C 60 C 40 F 140 F D240208AUN OFF mode Push the OFF button to t...

Page 161: ...250101AUN EU To defog inside windshield 1 Select desired fan speed 2 Select desired temperature 3 Set the mode to the or posi tion 4 The outside fresh air will be selected automatically If the outside...

Page 162: ...ed temperature 3 Press the defrost button 4 The outside fresh air position will be selected automatically If the outside fresh air position are not selected automatically adjust the corre sponding but...

Page 163: ...imes with 0 5 second of interval It indicates that the defogging logic is canceled or returned to the pro grammed status If the battery has been discharged or dis connected the system resets to the pr...

Page 164: ...terials Do not store cigarette lighters propane cylinders or other flamma ble explosive materials in the vehi cle These items may catch fire and or explode if the vehicle is exposed to hot temperature...

Page 165: ...ear passenger if equipped It can be used for storing small items OUN026339 WARNING Do not keep objects except sun glasses inside the sunglass hold er Such objects can be thrown from the holder in the...

Page 166: ...a reflector tri angle tools etc in the box for easy access Fold the cover forward D270501BUN Luggage side tray It can be used for storing small items OUN029364 OUN029343 Type A if equipped Type B OUN...

Page 167: ...essary to replace the cigarette lighter use only a genuine Kia replace ment or its approved equivalent INTERIOR FEATURES CAUTION Only a genuine Kia lighter should be used in the cigarette lighter sock...

Page 168: ...ward or backward 4 The ticket holder 5 is provided for hold ing a tollgate ticket if equipped WARNING Hot liquids Do not place uncovered cups of hot liquid in the cup holder while the vehicle is in mo...

Page 169: ...ry plug after use Using the accessory plug for pro longed periods of time with the engine off could cause the bat tery to discharge Only use 12V electric accessories which are less than 10A in elec tr...

Page 170: ...et 1 To clear away minutes press the R but ton with your finger a pencil or similar object Then the clock will be set precise ly on the hour For example if the R button is pressed while the time is be...

Page 171: ...he hanger Floor mat anchor s if equipped When using a floor mat on the front floor carpet make sure it attaches to the floor mat anchor s in your vehicle This keeps the floor mat from sliding forward...

Page 172: ...OT use when the strap has visible signs of wear or damage WARNING The following must be observed when installing ANY floor mat to the vehicle Ensure that the floor mats are securely attached to the ve...

Page 173: ...hook on the headrest pole To use the rear shade of the cargo security screen pull the handle back ward and insert the edges into the slots When not in use place the cargo securi ty screen on the lowe...

Page 174: ...the vehi cle and locate the weight as far forward as possible OUN029355 EXTERIOR FEATURE CAUTION Since the cargo security screen may be damaged or malformed do not put the luggage on it when it is us...

Page 175: ...e sudden upward pressure on items loaded on the roof rack This is especially true when car rying large flat items such as wood panels or mattresses This could cause the items to fall off the roof rack...

Page 176: ...h mode RADIO mode It will function as the AUTO SEEK select button CDP mode It will function as the FF REW button CDC mode It will function as the DISC UP DOWN button If the SEEK PRESET button is press...

Page 177: ...audio works AM and FM radio signals are broadcast from transmitter towers located around your city They are intercepted by the radio antenna on your car This signal is then received by the radio and...

Page 178: ...nces 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 exis...

Page 179: ...Satellite Radio signals in the following situations If you are driving in a tunnel or a cov ered parking area If you are driving beneath the top level of a multi level freeway If you drive under a br...

Page 180: ...e sure on undesirable matter other than CDs are inserted into the CD player Do not insert more than one CD at a time Keep CDs in their cases after use to protect them from scratches or dirt Depending...

Page 181: ...Power ON OFF Button Volume Control Knob 2 Automatic Channel Selection Button 3 Preset Button 4 SETUP Button 5 Manual Channel Selection Sound Quality Control Knob 6 SCAN Button 7 FM AM Selection Button...

Page 182: ...OFF Button Volume Control Knob 2 Automatic Channel Selection Button 3 Preset Button 4 SETUP Button 5 Manual Channel Selection Sound Quality Control Knob 6 SCAN Button 7 FM AM Selection Button RADIO SE...

Page 183: ...ode If no action is taken for 5 seconds after pressing the button it will return to the play mode After entering SETUP mode move between items using the left right and PUSH functions of the TUNE but t...

Page 184: ...ated When the control knob is turned counter clockwise left speaker sound will be emphasized right speaker sound will be attenuated 6 SCAN Button If this button is pressed the frequencies will become...

Page 185: ...lot 2 CD Eject Button 3 INFO Button 4 Automatic Track Selection Button 5 RANDOM Play Button 6 REPEAT Button 7 CD Selection Button 8 CD Indicator 9 FOLDER Moving Button 10 SEARCH Knob ENTER Button 11 S...

Page 186: ...Slot 2 CD Eject Button 3 INFO Button 4 Automatic Track Selection Button 5 RANDOM Play Button 6 REPEAT Button 7 CD Selection Button 9 FOLDER Moving Button 10 SEARCH Knob ENTER Button 11 SCAN Play Butto...

Page 187: ...n Push TRACK button for less than 0 8 second to play from the beginning of current song Push TRACK button for less than 0 8 second and press again within 1 seconds to play the previous song Push TRACK...

Page 188: ...rn the button counterclockwise to dis play the songs before the currently played song Press the button to skip and play the selected song 11 SCAN Play Button Plays first 10 seconds of each song in the...

Page 189: ...nized Use only a USB device formatted to FAT 12 16 32 USB devices without USB IF authentication may not be recog nizable Make sure the USB connection terminal does not come in contact with the human...

Page 190: ...USB can be unrecognizable USB flash memory reader such as CF SD microSD etc or exter nal HDD type devices can be unrecognizable Music files protected by DRM DIGITAL RIGHTS MANAGEMENT are not recogniz...

Page 191: ...icle 108 4 A 200UNL 1 INFO Selection Button 2 TRACK Moving Button 3 RANDOM Playback Button 4 REPEAT Button 5 USB Selection Button 6 FOLDER Moving Button 7 SEARCH Knob ENTER Button 8 SCAN Selection But...

Page 192: ...ur vehicle USING USB PA760S A 300UNL 1 INFO Selection Button 2 TRACK Moving Button 3 RANDOM Playback Button 4 REPEAT Button 5 USB Selection Button 6 FOLDER Moving Button 7 SEARCH Knob ENTER Button 8 S...

Page 193: ...ack in the random sequence 4 REPEAT Button Press this button for less than 0 8 second to activate RPT mode and more than 0 8 second to activate FLD RPT mode RPT Only a file is repeatedly played back F...

Page 194: ...e 1 INFO Selection Button 2 TRACK Moving Button 3 RANDOM Playback Button 4 REPEAT Button 5 iPod Selection Button 6 CATEGORY Selection Button 7 SEARCH Knob ENTER Button A 200UNL RUNNING iPod PA710S iPo...

Page 195: ...our vehicle 112 4 RUNNING iPod PA760S A 300UNL 1 INFO Selection Button 2 TRACK Moving Button 3 RANDOM Playback Button 4 REPEAT Button 5 iPod Selection Button 6 CATEGORY Selection Button 7 SEARCH Knob...

Page 196: ...the random play back of the songs within the current cat egory Press the button for longer than 0 8 second to randomly play all songs in the entire album of the iPod Press the button once again to can...

Page 197: ...The PC cable provided by Apple may cause a malfunction and should not be used in the vehicle When connecting the device with the iPod cable push in the jack fully When adjusting the sound effects of...

Page 198: ...re available for installation in motor vehicles or factory installed as well as for the home portable and wire less devices and through an Internet connection on personal computer Vehicles that are eq...

Page 199: ...DIO Selection Button 2 Channel Selection Button 3 Preset Selection Button 4 SCAN Button 5 TUNE Knob and ENTER Button 6 CAT FOLDER Button 7 INFO Selection Button 8 SETUP Button A 200UNL SIRIUS SATELLIT...

Page 200: ...n is done through the channels within cur rent category 3 Preset Selection Button Push 1 6 buttons less than 0 8 sec ond to play the channel saved in each button Hold down the preset button for 0 8 se...

Page 201: ...ay 8 SETUP Button Press this button to adjust to the SCROLL SDVC SIRIUS and adjustment mode If no action is taken for 5 seconds after pressing the button it will return to the pre vious radio mode Aft...

Page 202: ...the engine 5 6 Automatic transaxle 5 7 Brake system 5 14 Cruise control system 5 24 Economical operation 5 28 Special driving conditions 5 30 Winter driving 5 34 Trailer towing 5 37 Vehicle load limi...

Page 203: ...rea Letting the engine idle in your garage even with the garage door open is a hazardous practice Never run the engine in your garage any longer than it takes to start the engine and back the car out...

Page 204: ...switch is turned to the ON position Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light goes out For safe operation be sure you are famil iar with your vehicle and its equipment BEFORE DRI...

Page 205: ...You are much more likely to have a serious accident if you drink or take drugs and drive If you are drinking or taking drugs don t drive Do not ride with a driv er who has been drinking or taking drug...

Page 206: ...t the engine The engine will crank until you release the key then it returns to the ON position The brake warning lamp can be checked in this position WARNING Ignition switch Never turn the ignition s...

Page 207: ...hould be started without depressing the accelerator STARTING THE ENGINE WARNING Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your vehicle Unsuitable shoes high heels ski boots etc may interfere with y...

Page 208: ...Drive position To move the shift lever from the P Park position the brake pedal must be depressed with the ignition switch ON NOTICE The first few shifts on a new vehicle if the battery has been disc...

Page 209: ...P Park position then set the parking brake fully and shut the engine off Unexpected and sudden vehicle movement can occur if these precautions are not followed in the order iden tified CAUTION To avo...

Page 210: ...t to the next lower gear or gears as appro priate NOTICE Always come to a complete stop before shifting into D Driving Continued Before leaving the driver s seat always make sure the shift lever is in...

Page 211: ...gine speed below the red zone In sports mode only the 4 or 5 for ward gears can be selected To reverse or park the vehicle move the shift lever to the R Reverse or P Park position as required In sport...

Page 212: ...cannot be moved from the P Park or N Neutral position into R Reverse position with the brake pedal depressed continue depressing the brake then do the following 1 Carefully remove the cap covering the...

Page 213: ...ar from moving Exercise extreme caution when driving on a slippery surface Be especially careful when braking accelerating or shifting gears On a slippery surface an abrupt change in vehicle speed can...

Page 214: ...When accelerating from a stop on a steep hill the vehicle may have a ten dency to roll backwards Shifting the shift lever into 2 Second Gear will help prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards WARNIN...

Page 215: ...res 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 the brakes Continuous brake appl...

Page 216: ...te a problem with your brakes Parking brake E070201AUN EU Applying the parking brake To engage the parking brake first apply the foot brake and then depress the park ing brake pedal down as far as pos...

Page 217: ...parking brake AND make sure the gearshift lever is securely posi tioned in P Park for automatic transaxle equipped vehicles Never allow anyone who is unfa miliar with the vehicle to touch the parking...

Page 218: ...l a corresponding sensation in the brake pedal This is normal and it means your ABS is active In order to obtain the maximum benefit from your ABS in an emergency situa tion do not attempt to modulate...

Page 219: ...happens because of the low battery voltage It does not mean your ABS is malfunctioning Do not pump your brakes Have the battery recharged before driving the vehicle W 78 CAUTION If the ABS warning li...

Page 220: ...leave a sufficient margin of safety When you apply your brakes under con ditions which may lock the wheels you may hear a tik tik sound from the brakes or feel a corresponding sensation in the brake...

Page 221: ...nd does not indi cate a problem When operating When the ESC is in operation the ESC indicator light blinks When the Electronic Stability Control is operating properly you can feel a slight pulsation i...

Page 222: ...off while ESC is operat ing the vehicle may slip out of control NOTICE When operating the vehicle on a dynamometer ensure that the ESC is turned off ESC OFF light illuminat ed If the ESC is left on i...

Page 223: ...coast down hills with the car out of gear This is extremely hazardous Keep the car in gear at all times use the brakes to slow down then shift to a lower gear so that engine braking will help you mai...

Page 224: ...ep the car from rolling If there is no curb or if it is required by other conditions to keep the car from rolling block the wheels Under some conditions your parking brake can freeze in the engaged po...

Page 225: ...control is left on CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminated the cruise control can be switched on accidentally Keep the cruise control system off CRUISE indicator light OFF when t...

Page 226: ...cluster will illuminate Release the accelerator at the same time The desired speed will automatically be maintained On a steep grade the vehicle may slow down or speed up slightly while going downhill...

Page 227: ...ate with the cruise control on If you want to speed up temporarily when the cruise control is on depress the accelerator pedal Increased speed will not interfere with cruise control operation or chang...

Page 228: ...CRUISE ON OFF switch was used to cancel cruising speed and the system is still activated the most recent set speed will automatically resume when the RES ACCEL switch is pushed It will not resume howe...

Page 229: ...ke pedal may cause the brakes to overheat which reduces their effectiveness and may lead to more serious consequences Take care of your tires Keep them inflated to the recommended pressure Incorrect i...

Page 230: ...n omy is reduced when you use it 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 c...

Page 231: ...vehicle to free it from snow sand or mud first turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between R Reverse and any forward gear in veh...

Page 232: ...as it may be more difficult to see at night especially in areas where there may not be any street lights WARNING Spinning tires Do not spin the wheels especially at speeds more than 56 km h 35 mph Spi...

Page 233: ...shield wiping equip ment in good shape Replace your windshield wiper blades when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield If your tires are not in good condition making a quick...

Page 234: ...oose or damaged drive belt may result in overheating of the engine WARNING Underinflated or overinflated tires can cause poor handling loss of vehicle control and sud den tire failure leading to acci...

Page 235: ...ur You need to keep suffi cient distance between the vehicle in operation in front and your vehicle Also apply the brake gently E120101AUN Snow tires If you mount snow tires on your vehicle make sure...

Page 236: ...used during cold weather See section 8 for recommendations If you aren t sure what weight oil you should use consult an authorized Kia dealer E120500AUN Check spark plugs and ignition system Inspect...

Page 237: ...Don t let ice and snow accumu late underneath Under some conditions snow and ice can build up under the fenders and inter fere with the steering When driving in severe winter conditions where this ma...

Page 238: ...assengers Please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer Load pulling components such as the engine transaxle wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder against the load of the...

Page 239: ...he road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the man ufacturer s recommendation for a...

Page 240: ...l need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane E140403AUN Backing up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left ju...

Page 241: ...if headed down hill left if headed up hill 2 If the vehicle has a manual transaxle place the car in neutral If the vehicle has an automatic transaxle place the car in P Park 3 Set the parking brake an...

Page 242: ...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 maintena...

Page 243: ...saxle damage When towing a trailer be sure to con sult an authorized Kia dealer for further information on additional requirements such as a towing kit etc Always drive your vehicle at a moder ate spe...

Page 244: ...cause your vehicle will also be carrying that weight The trailer tongue should weigh a maxi mum of 10 of the total loaded trailer weight within the limits of the maximum trailer tongue load permissibl...

Page 245: ...ber of people that can be in your vehicle and vehicle capacity weight E150101AUN Vehicle capacity weight 5 seater 375 kg 827 lbs 7 seater 525 kg 1157 lbs Vehicle capacity weight is the maxi mum combin...

Page 246: ...is the maximum trailer weight including its cargo weight your vehicle can tow E150104AUN Cargo capacity The cargo capacity of your vehicle will increase or decrease depending on the weight and the num...

Page 247: ...ehicle s tire and loading information label for specific informa tion about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The com bined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never ex...

Page 248: ...les you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the center line WARNING Over loading Never exce...

Page 249: ...tires and possible tire failure that could lead to a crash Overloading your vehicle can cause increased stopping dis tances that could lead to a crash A crash resulting from poor handling vehicle dama...

Page 250: ...our new vehicle when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment E160300AUN Cargo weight This figure includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight including cargo and optional...

Page 251: ...warning 6 2 In case of an emergency while driving 6 2 If the engine will not start 6 3 Emergency starting 6 4 If the engine overheats 6 6 If you have a flat tire 6 7 Towing 6 18 What to do in an emer...

Page 252: ...sroad or crossing If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing set the shift lever in the N Neutral position and then push the vehi cle to a safe place F020200AUN EU If you have a flat tire while d...

Page 253: ...or light If the light dims or goes out when you operate the starter the battery is discharged 4 Check the starter connections to be sure they are securely tightened 5 Do not push or pull the vehicle t...

Page 254: ...mp start your vehicle CAUTION Use only a 12 volt jumper system You can damage a 12 volt starting motor ignition system and other electrical parts beyond repair by use of a 24 volt power supply either...

Page 255: ...over the battery when making connections 5 Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and let it run at 2 000 rpm then start the engine of the vehi cle with the discharged battery If th...

Page 256: ...or coolant leaking from the radiator hoses or under the car If the air con ditioning had been in use it is normal for cold water to be draining from it when you stop 5 If the water pump drive belt is...

Page 257: ...only To prevent the jack from rattling while the vehicle is in motion store it properly Follow jacking instructions to reduce the possibility of personal injury WARNING Changing tires Never attempt ve...

Page 258: ...round Continued Be sure to use the correct front and rear jacking posi tions on the vehicle never use the bumpers or any other part of the vehicle for jack support The vehicle can easily roll off the...

Page 259: ...ing up 2 Place the wheel under the vehicle and install the retainer 1 through the wheel center 3 Turn the wrench clockwise until it clicks F070300AUN EU Changing tires 1 Park on a level surface and ap...

Page 260: ...ug nuts coun terclockwise one turn each but do not remove any nut until the tire has been raised off the ground 1VQA4023 WARNING Changing a tire To prevent vehicle movement while changing a tire alway...

Page 261: ...sta ble and that there is no chance for movement or slippage 9 Loosen the wheel nuts and remove them with your fingers Slide the wheel off the studs and lay it flat so it cannot roll away To put the w...

Page 262: ...ll tight Then double check each nut for tightness After changing wheels have an authorized Kia dealer tight en the wheel nuts to their proper torque as soon as possible Wheel nut tightening torque Ste...

Page 263: ...c threads on the wheel studs and nuts Make certain during wheel removal that the same nuts that were removed are reinstalled or if replaced that nuts with metric threads and the same chamfer configura...

Page 264: ...Adjust it to the specified pressure as necessary CAUTION 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...

Page 265: ...mately 25 mm 1 inch which could result in damage to the vehicle Do not take this vehicle through an automatic car wash while the com pact spare tire is installed The compact spare tire should not be i...

Page 266: ...back in upright position 5 seater Place the flat tire horizontally on the luggage under tray 2 Pass the straps inside one or two wheel spoke Hang each side of straps on the luggage net holders as illu...

Page 267: ...ehicle with the rear wheels on the ground without dol lies and the front wheels off the ground If any of the loaded wheels or suspen sion components are damaged or the vehicle is being towed with the...

Page 268: ...front of the vehicle Use extreme 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...

Page 269: ...the brake pedal with more force than normal since you will have reduced brake performance CAUTION Attach a towing strap to the tow hook Using a portion of the vehicle other than the tow hooks for tow...

Page 270: ...ition switch in the ACC position A driver must be in the towed vehi cle to operate the steering and brakes To avoid serious damage to the automatic transaxle limit the vehicle speed to 15 km h 10 mph...

Page 271: ...items 7 12 Engine oil 7 16 Engine coolant 7 17 Brakes fluid 7 20 Power steering fluid 7 21 Automatic transaxle fluid 7 22 Washer fluid 7 24 Parking brake 7 24 Air cleaner 7 25 Climate control air filt...

Page 272: ...d reservoir 4 Air cleaner 5 Fuse box 6 Negative battery terminal 7 Positive battery terminal 8 Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick 9 Radiator cap 10 Engine oil dipstick 11 Power steering fluid reservoi...

Page 273: ...r cleaner 5 Fuse box 6 Negative battery terminal 7 Positive battery terminal 8 Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick 9 Radiator cap 10 Engine oil dipstick 11 Power steering fluid reservoir 12 Windshield...

Page 274: ...injury G020100AUN EU Owner s responsibility NOTICE Maintenance Service and Record Retention are the owner s responsibility You should retain documents that show proper maintenance has been performed...

Page 275: ...one by an authorized Kia dealer WARNING Maintenance work Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous You can be seriously injured while performing some maintenance procedures If you lack...

Page 276: ...s in the sound of the exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes in the vehicle Check for vibrations in the steering wheel Notice any increased steering effort or looseness in the steering wheel or change...

Page 277: ...iper operation Clean wiper blades with clean cloth dampened with wash er fluid Check headlight alignment Check muffler exhaust pipes shields and clamps Check the lap shoulder belts for wear and functi...

Page 278: ...R R R R R R R R R R R R R Add Fuel Additives 2 Drive belts tension I I I I Cooling system hoses connections I I I I I Engine coolant 1 I I I I I R I I I I I R I I I I Fuel filter R R Fuel tank cap lin...

Page 279: ...amount if equipped Exhaust pipes heat shield mountings I I I I I I I I Front suspension ball joints I I I I Brakes fluid 1 I I I I I I I R I I I I I I I R Front brake pads discs 4 I I I I I I I I I I...

Page 280: ...condition inflation pressure I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Wheel alignment 5 Tire rotation Steering operation linkage I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Power steering fluid lines I I I I I I I I Driv...

Page 281: ...d Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them Do not mix other additives 3 More frequent maintenance is required if driving under dusty conditions...

Page 282: ...justed as neces sary G050300AUN Fuel filter cartridge A clogged filter can limit the speed at which the vehicle may be driven damage the emission system and cause multiple issues such as hard starting...

Page 283: ...uld be paid to examine those hose surfaces nearest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold Inspect the hose routing to assure that the hoses do not come in contact with any heat source sharp...

Page 284: ...d Check brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir The level should be between MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir Use only hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 specificat...

Page 285: ...oses Check the power steering pump and hoses for leakage and damage Replace any damaged or leaking parts immedi ately Inspect the power steering belt for evidence of cuts cracks excessive wear oilines...

Page 286: ...evel The level should be between F and L If it is near or at L add enough oil to bring the level to F Do not overfill Use a funnel to help prevent oil from being spilled on engine components Use only...

Page 287: ...ing your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water as soon as possible after handling used oil ENGINE COOLANT WARNING Removing radiator cap Never attempt to remove the radi ator cap while the engine i...

Page 288: ...glycol based coolant to prevent corrosion and freez ing DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol coolant or mix them with the specified coolant Do not use a solution that contains more than 60 antifreeze or le...

Page 289: ...ow out under pres sure causing serious injury CAUTION Put a thick cloth or fabric around the radiator cap before refilling the coolant in order to prevent the coolant from overflowing into engine part...

Page 290: ...section 8 Never mix different types of fluid WARNING Brake fluid When changing and adding brake fluid handle it carefully Do not let it come in contact with your eyes If brake fluid should come in con...

Page 291: ...ected by an authorized Kia dealer Use only the specified power steering fluid Refer to Recommended lubricants and capacities in section 8 G090200AUN Checking the power steering hose Check the connecti...

Page 292: ...through all positions then place the selector lever in N Neutral or 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 flu...

Page 293: ...ge the automatic transaxle fluid according to the Scheduled Maintenance at the beginning of this section Use only the specified automatic transaxle fluid Refer to Recommended lubricants and capacities...

Page 294: ...fair ly steep grade If the stroke is more or less than specified have the parking brake adjusted by an Authorized Kia Dealer Stroke 88 98 mm 3 5 3 8 in WARNING Coolant Do not use radiator coolant or...

Page 295: ...inspection If the vehicle is operated in the severely air polluted cities or on dusty rough roads for a long period it should be inspected more frequently and replaced earlier When you the owner repla...

Page 296: ...hes If the blades are not wip ing properly clean both the window and the blades with a good cleaner or mild detergent and rinse thoroughly with clean water G180200AUN Blade replacement When the wipers...

Page 297: ...ade assembly downward 3 Lift it off the arm 4 Install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal G180202AUN Rear window wiper blade To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components have...

Page 298: ...present in battery cells and may explode if ignited Keep batteries out of the reach of children because batteries contain highly corrosive SULFURIC ACID Do not allow battery acid to contact your skin...

Page 299: ...th a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners Never attempt to recharge the battery when the battery cables are connected The electrical ignition system works with high voltage Never tou...

Page 300: ...NG Recharging battery When recharging the battery observe the following precautions The battery must be removed from the vehicle and placed in an area with good ventilation Do not allow cigarettes spa...

Page 301: ...EU Recommended cold tire inflation pressures All tire pressures including the spare should be checked when the tires are cold Cold Tires means the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours...

Page 302: ...al injury CAUTION 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 o...

Page 303: ...y incorrect 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 o...

Page 304: ...ned 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 you...

Page 305: ...ttle or too much pressure in your tires This can lead to uneven wear and tire failure When replacing tires never mix radial and bias ply tires on the same car You must replace all tires including the...

Page 306: ...re traction can be reduced if you drive on worn tires tires that are improperly inflated or on slippery road surfaces Tires should be replaced when tread wear indicators appear To reduce the possibili...

Page 307: ...size designa tor could vary depending on your vehicle P205 65R15 92H P Applicable vehicle type tires marked with the prefix P are intended for use on passenger cars or light trucks however not all tir...

Page 308: ...ire size and tread pattern and the last four num bers indicate week and year manu factured For example DOT XXXX XXXX 1608 represents that the tire was produced in the 16th week of 2008 G201004AUN 4 Ti...

Page 309: ...conditions on a specified govern ment test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half times 1 as well on the gov ernment course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tir...

Page 310: ...nt of air inside the tire pressing outward on the tire Air pressure is expressed in kilopascal kPa or pounds per square inch psi Accessory Weight This means the combined weight of optional acces sorie...

Page 311: ...l tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corre sponds to the load carryin...

Page 312: ...row bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 2 32 inch of tread remains UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards a tire information system that provides cons...

Page 313: ...ave 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 of snow tires or all season tires on all four...

Page 314: ...ws this indi cates an electrical problem Avoid using the system involved and immediately consult an authorized Kia dealer Three kinds of fuses are used blade type for lower amperage rating cartridge t...

Page 315: ...ner fuse panel or in the engine compart ment fuse panel 5 Push in a new fuse of the same rating and make sure it fits tightly in the clips If it fits loosely consult an authorized Kia dealer If you do...

Page 316: ...from the fuse panel the warning chime audio clock and interior lamps etc will not operate Some items must be reset after replacement Refer to Battery in this section Even when the memory fuse is pulle...

Page 317: ...lows 1 Disconnect the negative battery cable 2 Remove the nuts shown in the picture above 3 Replace the fuse with a new one of the same rating 4 Reinstall in the reverse order of removal NOTICE If the...

Page 318: ...at the time of printing When you inspect the fuse panel in your vehicle refer to the fuse panel label Inner fuse panel Engine compartment fuse panel OUN048008 OUN048009 G210300AUN EU Fuse Relay panel...

Page 319: ...LL TALE 10A Digital clock C LIGHTER 15A Cigarette lighter A BAG IND 10A Instrument cluster MODULE 1 10A ATM key lock control module Steering angle sensor Cluster Back warning buzzer ESC switch BCM Aut...

Page 320: ...or switch DR LOCK 25A Door lock unlock relay HAZARD 15A Hazard switch Hazard relay TPMS 15A Tire pressure monitoring system if equipped P WDW LH 25A Power window main switch Power window switch LH ATM...

Page 321: ...LP LOW 15A Head lamp relay Low F PUMP 20A Fuel pump relay H LP HI 15A Head lamp relay High ECU 10A TCM Generator ECM ALTERNATOR 125A 2 4L Generator 150A 2 7L RAD FAN HI RELAY Radiator fan High relay...

Page 322: ...N RELAY Main relay RR HTD 40A Rear defogger relay IGN 1 40A Ignition switch ACC IG1 I P B 1 30A I P junction box ACC SOCKET 20A Rear power outlet A CON 10A A C relay START RELAY Start relay ECU 1 20A...

Page 323: ...n and similar deposits can damage your vehicle s finish if not removed immediately Even prompt washing with plain water may not completely remove all these deposits A mild soap safe for use on painted...

Page 324: ...paired or replaced G230104AUN 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...

Page 325: ...d not be allowed to clog with dirt trapped water in these areas can cause rusting Aluminum or chrome wheel mainte nance The aluminum or chrome wheels are coated with a clear protective finish Do not u...

Page 326: ...larly impor tant Some of the common causes of accelerated corrosion are road salts dust control chemicals ocean air and industrial pollution Moisture breeds corrosion Moisture creates the conditions i...

Page 327: ...re kept open so that moisture can escape and not be trapped inside to accelerate corrosion Keep your garage dry Don t park your car in a damp poorly ventilated garage This creates a favor able environ...

Page 328: ...he lap shoulder belt web bing Clean the belt webbing 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 t...

Page 329: ...nt the vehicle from misfir ing during dynamometer testing turn the Electronic Stability Control ESC system off by pressing the ESC switch After dynamometer testing is com pleted turn the ESC system ba...

Page 330: ...cle should not be modified Modification of your vehicle could affect its performance safety or durability and may even violate governmental safety and emissions regulations In addition damage or perfo...

Page 331: ...and descending steep grades in gear with the ignition off Do not operate the engine at high idle speed for extended periods 5 minutes or more Do not modify or tamper with any part of the engine or emi...

Page 332: ...2 Tires and wheels 8 3 Recommended lubricants and capacities 8 4 Vehicle identification number VIN 8 6 Vehicle certification label 8 6 Tire specification and pressure label 8 6 Engine number 8 7 Spec...

Page 333: ...Light Bulb Wattage Headlights Low 55 Headlights High 55 Front turn signal lights 28 8 Position lights 5 Front side mark lights 5 Front fog lights 27 Stop and tail lights 28 8 Rear turn signal lights...

Page 334: ...Wheel size Inflation pressure kPa psi NOTICE It is permissible to add 3psi to the standard tire pressure specification if colder temperatures are expected soon Tires typically loose 1psi for every 12...

Page 335: ...ction Often these improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving but in a year s time they can offer significant cost and energy savings 3 If the API service SM engine oil is not available...

Page 336: ...d to select the recommended oil viscosity from the chart CAUTION Always be sure to clean the area around any filler plug drain plug or dipstick before checking or drain ing any lubricant This is espec...

Page 337: ...nger seat To check the number remove the cover 1 The VIN is also on a plate attached to the top of the dashboard The number on the plate can easily be seen through the windshield from outside H020000B...

Page 338: ...ance for normal driving The tire label located on the driver s side center pillar gives the tire pressures rec ommended for your car H04000AUN EE The engine number is stamped on the engine block as s...

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