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What to do in an emergency

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Tie-down hook 
(for flatbed towing, if equipped)

WARNING 

Do not use the tie-down hooks
under the front (or rear) of the vehi-
cle for towing purposes. These
hooks are designed ONLY for trans-
port tie-down. If the tie-down hooks
are used for towing, the tie-down
hooks or front bumper will be dam-
aged and this could lead to serious
injury.

Summary of Contents for Soul 2009

Page 1: ...ome answers First KIA is the oldest car company in Korea It s a company that has thousands of employees focused on building high quality vehicles at affordable prices The first syllable KI in the word...

Page 2: ...our 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 vari ous illustrations may...

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: ...1 How to use this manual 1 2 Fuel requirements 1 3 Vehicle break in process 1 5 Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster 1 6 Introduction...

Page 5: ...he 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 a...

Page 6: ...0103AUN Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol Gasohol a mixture of gasoline and ethanol also known as grain alcohol and gasoline or gasohol containing methanol also known as wood alcohol are being...

Page 7: ...rance Determine that acceptable fuel is avail able Diesel engine A020201AUN Diesel fuel Diesel engine must be operated only on commercially available diesel fuel that complies with EN 590 or comparabl...

Page 8: ...e speed rpm or revolutions per minute between 2 000 rpm and 4 000 rpm Do not maintain a single speed for long periods of time either fast or slow Varying engine speed is needed to properly break in th...

Page 9: ...equipped Tailgate open warning light For more detailed explanations refer to Instrument cluster in section 4 Charging system warning light Door ajar warning light A050000AAM ESP indicator ESP OFF indi...

Page 10: ...2 Interior overview 2 2 Instrument panel overview 2 3 Engine compartment 2 4 Your vehicle at a glance...

Page 11: ...ntrol switch 4 29 4 Central door lock switch 4 8 5 Power window lock button 4 15 6 Power window switches 4 13 7 Fuse box 7 51 8 Head lamp leveling device 4 53 9 ESP OFF button 5 21 10 Hood release lev...

Page 12: ...e controls 5 25 6 Advanced lighting speaker 4 79 7 Vent controls 4 62 8 Multi box 4 71 9 Hazard warning flasher switch 4 48 6 2 10 Audio controls 4 78 11 Climate control system 4 59 12 Shift lever 5 1...

Page 13: ...r 7 29 4 Fuel filter 7 33 5 Air cleaner 7 34 6 Fuse box 7 51 7 Negative battery terminal 6 4 7 38 8 Positive battery terminal 6 4 7 38 9 Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick 7 30 10 Radiator cap 6 6 7 2...

Page 14: ...3 Seats 3 2 Seat belts 3 13 Child restraint system 3 26 Air bag supplemental restraint system 3 38 Safety features of your vehicle...

Page 15: ...le 2 3 C010000AUN TD Front seat 1 Forward and backward 2 Seatback angle 3 Seat cushion height Driver s seat 4 Seat warmer 5 Headrest 6 Armrest Driver s seat Rear seats 7 Folding the seatback 8 Headres...

Page 16: ...at least 250 mm 10 inches away from the steering wheel WARNING Uprighting seat When you return the seatback to its upright position hold the seatback and return it slowly and be sure there are no oth...

Page 17: ...Rear seatbacks The rear seatback must be securely latched If not passen gers and objects could be thrown forward resulting in serious injury or death in the event of a sudden stop or collision Luggag...

Page 18: ...seatback to lock C010103AUN Seat cushion height for driver s seat To change the height of the seat cushion push the lever that is located on the out side of the seat cushion upwards or downwards To lo...

Page 19: ...e desired position 3 OAM039006 OAM039005 WARNING For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident the headrest should be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height of the center of g...

Page 20: ...d and thus helps prevent neck injuries C010107AUN Seat warmer if equipped The seat warmer is provided to warm the front seats during cold weather With the ignition switch in the ON position push eithe...

Page 21: ...a tients 2 Persons with sensitive skin or those that burn easily 3 Fatigued individuals 4 Intoxicated individuals 5 Individuals taking medication that can cause drowsiness or sleepiness sleeping pills...

Page 22: ...headrests to the lowest position WARNING Seatback pockets Do not put heavy or sharp objects in the seatback pockets In an acci dent they could come loose from the pocket and injure vehicle occu pants...

Page 23: ...the seatback is locked in place 6 Return the rear seat belt to the proper position OAM039020 OAM039021 WARNING When you return the rear seatback to its upright position after being folded down Be car...

Page 24: ...o prevent it from being thrown about the vehicle in a collision and caus ing injury to the vehicle occupants Special care of objects should be taken when placing them in the rear seats since those may...

Page 25: ...mum effectiveness in case of an accident the headrest should be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height of the center of gravity of an occupant s head Generally the center of grav...

Page 26: ...designed to bear upon the bony structure of the body and should be worn low across the front of the pelvis or the pelvis chest and shoulders as applicable wearing the lap section of the belt across t...

Page 27: ...you turn the ignition switch ON regardless of belt fastening If the driver s or front passenger s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned ON or if it is disconnect ed after the ig...

Page 28: ...r belt is not fastened the corresponding seat belt warning light will illuminate until the belt is fastened And then the rear corresponding seat belt warning light will illuminate for approximately 35...

Page 29: ...ill lock into position It will also lock if you try to lean forward too quickly NOTICE If you are not able to pull out the safety belt from the retractor firmly pull the belt out and release it Then y...

Page 30: ...ed seat belts can cause serious injuries in an accident Failure to replace seat belts after an accident could leave you with damaged seat belts that will not provide protection in the event of another...

Page 31: ...seat belt The rear seat belt buckles can be stowed in the pocket between the rear seatback and cushion when not in use Routing the seat belt webbing through the rear seat belt guides will help keep th...

Page 32: ...t the belt is not twisted With a 2 point static type seat belt the length must be adjusted manually so it fits snugly around your body Fasten the belt and pull on the loose end to tighten The belt sho...

Page 33: ...at belts The purpose of the pre tensioner is to make sure that the seat belts fit tightly against the occupant s body in certain frontal collisions The pre tensioner seat belts may be activated in cra...

Page 34: ...se some of the pressure on the affected seat belt if equipped The seat belt pre tensioner system con sists mainly of the following components Their locations are shown in the illustra tion 1 SRS air b...

Page 35: ...fter 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 assembly mechan...

Page 36: ...on WARNING All occupants of the vehicle must wear their seat belts at all times Seat belts and child restraints reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries for all occupants in the event of a collisi...

Page 37: ...e shoulder belt still touches their face or neck they need to be returned to a child restraint system C020302AKM Pregnant women The use of a seat belt is recommended for pregnant women to lessen the c...

Page 38: ...seat belts The entire in use seat belt assembly or assemblies should be replaced if the vehicle has been involved in an accident This should be done even if no damage is visible Additional questions...

Page 39: ...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 the man uf...

Page 40: ...nded in a vehicle not even for a short time The car can heat up very quickly resulting in serious injuries to children inside Even very young children may inadver tently cause the vehicle to move enta...

Page 41: ...trained in the child restraint Before installing the child restraint system read the instructions supplied by the child restraint system manufacturer If the seat belt does not operate as described in...

Page 42: ...lder 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 3 Buckle the seat belt and allow the seat belt to t...

Page 43: ...system on the center rear seat 2 Extend the latch plate tongue of the lap belt 3 Route the lap belt through the restraint according to the restraint manufactur er s instructions 4 Buckle the seat belt...

Page 44: ...is set to the OFF position To ensure the safety of your child the front pas senger s air bag must be deactivat ed when it should be necessary to install a child restraint seat on the front passenger s...

Page 45: ...he tether strap hook to the appropriate child restraint hook holder and tighten to secure the seat 2GHA3300L OAM039048 WARNING Tether strap Never mount more than one child restraint to a single tether...

Page 46: ...of each side of the rear seatbacks These symbols indicate the position of the lower anchors for child restraints so equipped WARNING Child restraint check Check that the child restraint sys tem is se...

Page 47: ...ck rest The installing and the use of a child seat has to be done according to the installing manual which is added to the ISOFIX seat OUN036140L WARNING Install the child restraint seat fully rearwar...

Page 48: ...the middle of the rear seat to the ISOFIX anchors In a crash the child restraint seat ISOFIX attachments may not be strong enough to secure the child restraint seat properly in the cen ter of the rea...

Page 49: ...y approved for use in the mass group X ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint system in this mass group and or this size class Both ISO R2 and ISO R3 are able to be set up only at the...

Page 50: ...r l rearward facing with vehicle E4 04443718 0 18kg specific ISOFIX platform type B Baby Safe Plus Britax R mer with vehicle 3 point safety seatbelt E1 04301146 FAIR G0 1 FAIR S r l forward facing wit...

Page 51: ...ag if equipped AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED OUN037301 The actual air bags in the vehicle may differ from the illustration WARNING Even in vehicles with air bags you and your passe...

Page 52: ...er to help provide protection in a severe collision the air bags must inflate rapidly The speed of air bag inflation is a consequence of extremely short time in which a collision occurs and the need t...

Page 53: ...ptom persists C040903AAM Installing a child restraint on a front passenger s seat is forbidden when the air bag is active Never place a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger s seat If the...

Page 54: ...es on while the vehicle is in motion The light blinks when the ignition switch is in ON position WARNING Extreme Hazard Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an air bag i...

Page 55: ...SRS components while the ignition switch is ON to determine if a crash impact is severe enough to require air bag deployment or pre tensioner seat belt deployment The SRS air bag warning light on the...

Page 56: ...rate under pressure from the expansion of the air bags Further opening of the covers then allows full inflation of the air bags A fully inflated air bag in combination with a properly worn seat belt s...

Page 57: ...e ON position Before you replace a fuse or dis connect a battery terminal turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the ignition key Never remove or replace the air bag related fuse s w...

Page 58: ...or or center console always sit in an upright position Do not allow a passenger to ride in the front seat when the pas senger s front air bag OFF indica tor is illuminated because the air bag will not...

Page 59: ...30 from the forward longitu dinal axis of the vehicle Additionally the air bags will only deploy once Seat belts must be worn at all times Front air bags are not intended to deploy in side impact rear...

Page 60: ...sition The pas senger s front air bag OFF indicator will illuminate and stay on until the passen ger s front air bag is reactivated To reactivate the passenger s front air bag insert the master key in...

Page 61: ...r s front air bag will inflate in frontal impact crash es even if the passenger s front air bag ON OFF switch is set to the OFF position If this occurs have an authorized KIA dealer inspect the passen...

Page 62: ...afety in the event of an accident when they are restrained by a proper restraint system in the rear seat As soon as the child seat is no longer needed on the front pas senger s seat reactivate the fro...

Page 63: ...on If seat or seat cover is damaged have the vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized KIA dealer Inform that your vehicle is equipped with side impact air bags WARNING The side impact air bag is...

Page 64: ...should sit in an upright position with the seat belts properly fastened Importantly children should sit in a proper child restraint system in the rear seat Continued Continued When children are seate...

Page 65: ...provide additional protection These include 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 ev...

Page 66: ...hen they should 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 rep...

Page 67: ...air bags side impact 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 th...

Page 68: ...ause 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 impact or curtain air bags may...

Page 69: ...er 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 ve...

Page 70: ...fect 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 th...

Page 71: ...ers 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 impact air bag covers could inter f...

Page 72: ...r bag warning label is attached to alert the passengers of potential risk of the air bag system Note that these government warnings focus on the risk to children we also want you to be aware of the ri...

Page 73: ...ment cluster 4 31 Rear parking assist system 4 45 Rearview camera 4 48 Hazard warning flasher 4 48 Lighting 4 49 Wipers and washers 4 54 Interior light 4 57 Defroster 4 58 Manual climate control syste...

Page 74: ...nition 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 children to oper ate power...

Page 75: ...N position To activate the immobilizer system Turn the ignition key to the OFF position The immobilizer system activates auto matically Without a valid ignition key for your vehicle the engine will no...

Page 76: ...sing this button the doors will be locked automatically unless you open any door within 30 seconds CAUTION The transponder in your ignition key is an important part of the immobilizer system It is des...

Page 77: ...distance limit about 10 m 30 feet The battery in the transmitter is weak Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal The weather is extremely cold The transmitter is close to a radio transmit...

Page 78: ...ement see an authorized KIA dealer to reprogram the transmitter CAUTION The keyless entry system trans mitter is designed to give you years of trouble free use howev er it can malfunction if exposed t...

Page 79: ...wet climates door lock and door mechanisms may not work properly due to freezing conditions If the door is locked unlocked multi ple times in rapid succession with either the vehicle key or door lock...

Page 80: ...open D050202AUN U1 With central door lock switch Operate by depressing the central door lock switch When pressing the front portion 1 of the switch all vehicle doors will lock When pressing the rear p...

Page 81: ...the vehicle Furthermore children might operate features of the vehi cle that could injure them or they could encounter other harm possi bly from someone gaining entry to the vehicle Never leave childr...

Page 82: ...e of the door to the lock position When the child safety lock is in the lock position the rear door will not open even though the inner door handle is pulled 3 Close the rear door To open the rear doo...

Page 83: ...securely latched TAILGATE OAM049009 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 t...

Page 84: ...and pushing open the tailgate 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 accidentally...

Page 85: ...er 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 NOTIC...

Page 86: ...ise 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 approximate...

Page 87: ...door and the individual 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...

Page 88: ...le raise the hood slightly pull the secondary latch inside of the hood center and lift the hood 3 Pull out the support rod from the hood 4 Hold the hood open with the support rod HOOD OAM049015 OAM049...

Page 89: ...hood with an 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...

Page 90: ...cap 2 turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise 5 Refuel as needed D100200AUN Closing the fuel filler lid 1 To install the cap turn it clockwise until it clicks This indicates that the cap is securel...

Page 91: ...discharge can ignite fuel vapors 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 pa...

Page 92: ...h unleaded fuel only If the fuel filler cap requires replacement use only a genuine KIA cap or the equivalent speci fied for your vehicle An incorrect fuel filler cap can result in a seri ous malfunct...

Page 93: ...cle is washed or in a rain storm 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 be tilted while in...

Page 94: ...ill open only while the lever is pulled To stop the sunroof sliding at any point pull or push the sunroof control lever momentarily To close the sunroof automatically Push the sunroof control lever fo...

Page 95: ...ul that someone s head hands and body are not trapped by a closing sunroof Do not extend the face neck arms or body outside the sunroof while driving Make sure your hand and face are safely out of the...

Page 96: ...lever upward until the sunroof tilts com pletely upward 2 In case the sunroof is open Push the sunroof control lever for ward until the sunroof closes com pletely Push the sunroof control lever upward...

Page 97: ...nostics is completed the steering effort will return to its normal condition A click noise may be heard from the EPS relay after the ignition switch is turned to the ON or LOCK position Motor noise m...

Page 98: ...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 indi ca...

Page 99: ...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 sensor...

Page 100: ...ror is convex In some countries the left outside rearview mirror is also convex Objects seen in the mirror are closer than they appear Use your interior rearview mirror or direct observation to deter...

Page 101: ...or or the left side mirror then press a corresponding point on the mirror adjustment control to position the select ed mirror up down left or right After adjustment put the lever into neu tral center...

Page 102: ...mirror depress the button To unfold it depress the button again OAM049028 OAM049029 CAUTION In case of the electric type of out side rearview mirror don t fold it by hand It could cause the failure o...

Page 103: ...perature gauge 5 Warning and indicator lights 6 Shift position indicator Automatic transaxle only 7 Odometer Trip computer 8 Fuel gauge if equipped OAM049030L 2 D150000BUN 1 4 5 8 6 7 2 2 3 5 The actu...

Page 104: ...i mate number of engine revolutions per minute rpm Use the tachometer to select the correct shift points and to prevent lugging and or over revving the engine The tachometer pointer may move slight ly...

Page 105: ...n 6 WARNING Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot The engine coolant is under pressure and could cause severe burns Wait until the engine is cool before adding coolant to the reservoir...

Page 106: ...earlier than usual due to the movement of fuel in the tank D150205AAM Odometer Tripmeter if equipped Odometer tripmeter A or B can be selected by pressing the TRIP button for less than 1 second WARNIN...

Page 107: ...of indi vidual trips selected since the last trip meter reset Pressing the TRIP button for more than 1 second when the tripmeter TRIP A or TRIP B is being displayed clears the tripmeter to zero 0 0 D1...

Page 108: ...ator if equipped The passenger s front air bag OFF indi cator illuminates for about 4 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The passenger s front air bag OFF indi cator also c...

Page 109: ...g light If two warning lights illumi nate at the same time while driving your vehicle may have a malfunction with ABS and EBD system In this case your ABS and regular brake system may not work normall...

Page 110: ...ights are on and in the high beam posi tion or when the turn signal lever is pulled into the Flash to Pass position CAUTION If the engine is not stopped imme diately after the engine oil pressure warn...

Page 111: ...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 the vehicle towed to any...

Page 112: ...es on while the vehicle is in motion 1 Drive to the nearest safe location 2 With the engine off check the genera tor drive belt for looseness or break age 3 If the belt is adjusted properly a prob lem...

Page 113: ...al malfunction has been detected somewhere in the emis sion control system This indicator will also illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and will go off in a few seconds a...

Page 114: ...ll illuminate when the ignition switch is turned ON but should go off after approximately 3 seconds To switch to ESP OFF mode press the ESP OFF button The ESP OFF indicator will illuminate indicating...

Page 115: ...he ON position the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is not work ing properly If this occurs have your vehicle checked by an authorized KIA dealer as soon as possible The warning light also comes on and...

Page 116: ...filter in section 7 D150330BUN U1 Overspeed warning if equipped Type A Overspeed warning light If you drive with the speed of 120 km h or more the overspeed warning light will blink This is to prevent...

Page 117: ...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 118: ...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 119: ...the gear to the R Reverse position this may indicate a malfunction in the rear parking assist sys tem If this occurs have your vehicle checked by an authorized KIA dealer as soon as possible WARNING P...

Page 120: ...ever you find it necessary to stop the vehicle 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...

Page 121: ...ed per form the following 1 Open the driver side door 2 Turn the parking lights OFF and ON again using the light switch on the steering column D190400AUN C1 Lighting control The light switch has a Hea...

Page 122: ...he 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 battery from being dis charged do not leave the lights...

Page 123: ...lever will return to the O OFF position when released If an indicator stays on and does not flash or if it flashes abnormally one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out and will require replaceme...

Page 124: ...the headlight switch off D190900AAM Daytime running light if equipped The Daytime Running Lights DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in...

Page 125: ...ight beam at the proper leveling position or headlights may dazzle other road users Listed below are the examples of proper switch settings For loading conditions other than those listed below adjust...

Page 126: ...ontrol wipe time adjustment C Wash with brief wipes front D Rear wiper washer control ON Continuous wipe INT Intermittent wipe if equipped O OFF Off E Wash with brief wipes rear WIPERS AND WASHERS Win...

Page 127: ...the windshield and to run the wipers 1 3 cycles Use this function when the windshield is dirty The spray and wiper operation will con tinue until you release the lever If the washer does not work chec...

Page 128: ...e wiper and washer switch lever Turn the switch to desired position to operate the rear wiper ON Normal wiper operation INT Intermittent wiper operation if equipped O OFF Wiper is not in operation Pus...

Page 129: ...for approximately 30 seconds as long as any door is not opened The light goes out gradually after approxi mately 30 seconds if the door is closed However if the ignition switch is ON or all doors are...

Page 130: ...es when the defroster is ON 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 approxim...

Page 131: ...UAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED OAM049057 D230000AUN C1 1 Fan speed control knob 2 Mode selection knob 3 Temperature control knob 4 Air intake control button 5 Rear window defroster button 6 Ai...

Page 132: ...on To improve the effectiveness of heat ing and cooling Heating Cooling 3 Set the temperature control to the desired position 4 Set the air intake control to the outside fresh air position 5 Set the f...

Page 133: ...hicle faster MAX A C Level 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...

Page 134: ...utlet vents can be opened or closed separately using the thumbwheel To close the vent rotate it left to the maxi mum position Also you can adjust the direction of air delivery from these vents using t...

Page 135: ...e 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 en...

Page 136: ...ator light will illuminate Press the button again to turn the air conditioning system off WARNING Continuous operation of the cli mate control system in the recir culated air position may allow humidi...

Page 137: ...resh 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 t...

Page 138: ...acteristic Use the air conditioning system every month only for a few minutes to ensure maximum system performance When using the air conditioning sys tem you may notice clear water drip ping or even...

Page 139: ...gerant and compres sor lubricant When the amount of refrigerant is low the performance of the air conditioning is reduced Overfilling also has a negative influence on the air conditioning system There...

Page 140: ...trol system D250101AUN C1 To defog inside windshield 1 Select any fan speed except 0 posi tion 2 Select desired temperature 3 Select the or position 4 The outside fresh air and air condi tioning will...

Page 141: ...matically according to certain conditions such as or position To cancel or return to the defogging logic do the fol lowing D250301AUN Manual climate control system 1 Turn the ignition switch to the O...

Page 142: ...re 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 temperatures for extended per...

Page 143: ...quipped To open the box push the lever up and the cover will open Push down the cover to close D270500BUN C1 Luggage box if equipped You can place a first aid kit a reflector tri angle tools etc in th...

Page 144: ...e ashtray open the cover To clean or empty the ashtray pull it out INTERIOR FEATURES CAUTION Only a genuine KIA lighter should be used in the cigarette lighter socket The use of plug in acces sories s...

Page 145: ...he vanity mirror pull down the visor and pull up the mirror cover 3 The ticket holder 4 is provided for hold ing a tollgate ticket if equipped WARNING Hot liquids Do not place uncovered cups with hot...

Page 146: ...evice iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc OAM049079 OAM049080 Rear if equipped CAUTION Use the power outlet only when the engine is running and remove the accessory plug after use Using the accessory plu...

Page 147: ...N C1 Luggage net holder if equipped To keep items from shifting in the cargo area you can use the 4 or 6 if equipped holders located in the cargo area to attach the luggage net OSA047143 CAUTION Do no...

Page 148: ...ent damage to the goods or the vehicle care should be taken when carrying fragile or bulky objects in the luggage compart ment WARNING Avoid eye injury DO NOT over stretch the luggage net ALWAYS keep...

Page 149: ...braking sharp turns abrupt maneuvers or high speeds that may result in loss of vehicle control or rollover causing an accident Always drive slowly and turn cor ners carefully when carrying items on t...

Page 150: ...lled to promote safe driv ing AUDIO SYSTEM OAM049093 CAUTION Before entering a place with a low height clearance be sure that the antenna is fully folded down or removed Be sure to remove the antenna...

Page 151: ...k as follows in each mode RADIO mode It will function as the PRESET STATION select buttons CDP mode It will function as the TRACK UP DOWN button CDC mode It will function as the TRACK UP DOWN button M...

Page 152: ...adio signal has reached your vehicle the precise engineering of your audio system ensures the best pos sible quality reproduction However in some cases the signal coming to your vehicle may not be str...

Page 153: ...ger station Flutter Static Weak FM signals or large obstructions between the trans mitter and your radio can disturb the signal causing static or fluttering nois es to occur Reducing the treble level...

Page 154: ...able matter other than CDs are inserted into the CD player Do not insert more than one CD at a time It is likely to block CD operation Keep CDs in their cases after use to protect them from scratches...

Page 155: ...the order of FM1 FM2 MW LW FM1 when the button is pressed each time 2 CD AUX Selection Button If there is a CD in the CDP DECK it turns to CD mode If a device is connected to AUX then it toggles in t...

Page 156: ...OLL RETURN TEMP SDVC If the vehicle has a center speaker and woofer then the AUDIO is PA715 If the vehicle does not then the AUDIO is PA710 Adjusting the Clock Press the SETUP button for longer than 0...

Page 157: ...TREBLE Control To increase the TREBLE rotate the knob clockwise while to decrease the TRE BLE rotate the knob counterclockwise FADER Control Turn the control knob clockwise to empha size rear speaker...

Page 158: ...M2 when the button is pressed each time 2 AM Selection Button Press the AM button to select the AM band AM Mode is displayed on the LCD 3 CD AUX Selection Button If there is a CD in the CDP DECK it tu...

Page 159: ...PA715 MODEL The setup changes in the order of CLOCK SCROLL TEMP SDVC Adjusting the Clock Press the SETUP button Use the vol ume controller to adjust the clock in the following order CLOCK ENTER hour...

Page 160: ...otate the knob clockwise while to decrease the MID DLE rotate the knob counterclockwise TREBLE Control To increase the TREBLE rotate the knob clockwise while to decrease the TRE BLE rotate the knob co...

Page 161: ...CD AUX Selection Button 4 Automatic Track Selection Button 5 REPEAT Button 6 RANDOM Play Button 7 CD Indicator 8 SCAN Play Button 9 INFO Button 10 SEARCH Knob ENTER Button 11 FOLDER Moving Button CD P...

Page 162: ...than 0 8 second to play from the beginning of current song Press TRACK button for less than 0 8 second and press again within 1 seconds to play the previous song Continue to press down the TRACK butt...

Page 163: ...e the knob clockwise to display the songs after the currently played song Rotate the knob counterclockwise to dis play the songs before the currently played song Press the button to skip and play the...

Page 164: ...n 2 TRACK Moving Button 3 REPEAT Selection Button 4 RANDOM Playback Button 5 SCAN Selection Button 6 INFO Button 7 SEARCH Knob ENTER Button 8 FOLDER Moving Button USING USB PA710 PA715 EUROPE USING US...

Page 165: ...4 RANDOM Playback Button Press this button for less than 0 8 second to activate RDM mode and longer than 0 8 second to activate A RDM mode RDM All files in a folder are played back in random sequence...

Page 166: ...is not either 512byte or 2048byte then the device will not be recog nized The USB device should only be formatted to FAT 12 16 32 USB device without USB I F IMPLEMENTERS FORUM authentication may not b...

Page 167: ...ard USB I F IMPLE MENTERS FORUM can be unrec ognizable USB devices other than standard ized goods METAL COVER TYPE USB can be unrecognizable USB flash memory reader such as CF SD microSD etc or exter...

Page 168: ...Moving Button 3 REPEAT Selection Button 4 RANDOM Playback Button 5 INFO Button 6 SEARCH Knob ENTER Button 7 CATEGORY Selection Button RUNNING iPod PA710 PA715 EUROPE RUNNING iPod PA710 PA715 GENERAL i...

Page 169: ...he random playback of the songs within the current category Press the button for longer than 0 8 sec ond to randomly play all songs in the entire album of the iPod Press the button once again to cance...

Page 170: ...and do not use it for vehicle use When connecting the device with an iPod cable push in the jack fully to not to interfere with com munication When adjusting the sound effects of an iPod and the audi...

Page 171: ...g the engine 5 5 Manual transaxle 5 7 Automatic transaxle 5 10 Brake system 5 16 Cruise control system 5 25 Economical operation 5 29 Special driving conditions 5 31 Winter driving 5 35 Trailer towing...

Page 172: ...etting 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 vehicle out A...

Page 173: ...with your vehicle and its equipment BEFORE DRIVING WARNING All passengers must be properly belted whenever the vehicle is mov ing Refer to Seat belts in section 3 for more information on their proper...

Page 174: ...d turn the key toward the LOCK position E030202BUN ACC Accessory The steering wheel is unlocked and elec trical accessories are operative NOTICE If difficulty is experienced turning the ignition switc...

Page 175: ...raffic 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 th...

Page 176: ...the ignition switch to the START posi tion and hold it there until the engine starts a maximum of 10 seconds then release the key NOTICE If the engine were not started within 10 seconds after the preh...

Page 177: ...ehicle is completely stopped before shifting into R Reverse Never operate the engine with the tachometer rpm in the red zone MANUAL TRANSAXLE IF EQUIPPED OAM059001 CAUTION When downshifting from fifth...

Page 178: ...s to labor Downshifting reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceleration when you again need to increase your speed When the vehicle is traveling down steep hills downshifting helps mainta...

Page 179: ...ever to neutral then shift to the reverse position Exercise extreme caution when driving on a slippery surface Be especially careful when braking accelerating or shifting gears On a slippery surface a...

Page 180: ...may be somewhat abrupt This is a normal condition and the shifting sequence will adjust after shifts are cycled a few times by the TCM Transaxle Control Module or PCM Powertrain Control Module AUTOMAT...

Page 181: ...cur if these precautions are not followed in the order iden tified CAUTION To avoid damage to your transaxle do not accelerate the engine in R Reverse or any for ward gear position with the brakes on...

Page 182: ...ator fully at which time the transaxle will automatically downshift to the next lower gear NOTICE Always ensure vehicle is stationary at a complete stop before selecting D Drive 2 Second Gear Use 2 Se...

Page 183: ...e transaxle in O D 4th you can decrease the vehicle speed without using the brakes by pressing the O D button When the ignition is switched OFF O D OFF mode is automatically cancelled O D OFF Indicato...

Page 184: ...is completely stopped before you attempt to shift into R Reverse or D Drive Never take the vehicle out of gear and coast down a hill This may be extremely hazardous Always leave the car in gear when...

Page 185: ...belted occupant Avoid high speeds when corner ing or turning Do not make quick steering wheel movements such as sharp lane changes or fast sharp turns The risk of rollover is greatly increased if you...

Page 186: ...mal BRAKE SYSTEM 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 di...

Page 187: ...te your tires and when you have the front brakes replaced Parking brake E070201AFD SA Applying the parking brake To engage the parking brake first apply the foot brake and then without pressing the re...

Page 188: ...e attention is necessary If at all possible cease driving the vehi cle immediately If that is not possible use extreme caution while operating the vehicle and only continue to drive the vehicle until...

Page 189: ...trol the force being delivered to the brakes WARNING ABS or ESP will not prevent acci dents due to improper or danger ous driving maneuvers Even though vehicle control is improved during emergency bra...

Page 190: ...appens 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 ligh...

Page 191: ...ve 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 peda...

Page 192: ...elf check and does not indi cate a problem When operating When the ESP is in operation ESP indicator light blinks When the Electronic Stability Program is operating proper ly you can feel a slight pul...

Page 193: ...ed off ESP OFF light illuminat ed If the ESP is left on it may pre vent the vehicle speed from increas ing and result in false diagnosis Turning the ESP off does not affect ABS or brake system operati...

Page 194: ...ight ahead while you slow down When you are moving slowly enough for it to be safe to do so pull off the road and stop in a safe place If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transaxle don t let...

Page 195: ...ally Keep the cruise control system off CRUISE indicator light OFF when the cruise control is not in use to avoid inadvertently set ting a speed Use the cruise control system only when traveling on op...

Page 196: ...cluster will illumi nate Release the accelerator at the same time The desired speed will auto matically be maintained On a steep grade the vehicle may slow down or speed up slightly while going downhi...

Page 197: ...ol 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 change the set speed To return...

Page 198: ...UISE 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 switch is pushed It will not resume however if t...

Page 199: ...heat which reduces their effectiveness and may lead to more serious consequences Take care of your tires Keep them inflated to the recommended pressure Incorrect inflation either too much or too littl...

Page 200: ...my 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 cond...

Page 201: ...or mud first turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between 1st First and R Reverse in vehicles equipped with a manual transaxle or...

Page 202: ...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 203: ...ld 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 stop...

Page 204: ...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 205: ...Also apply the brake gently It should be noted that installing tire chains on the tire will provide a greater driving force but will not prevent side skids NOTICE Tire chains are not legal in all sta...

Page 206: ...ake contact slow down until it stops Remove the chains as soon as you begin driving on cleared roads CAUTION Make sure the snow chains are the correct size and type for your tires Incorrect snow chain...

Page 207: ...nge to winter weight oil if necessary In some climates it is recommended that a lower viscosity winter weight oil be used during cold weather See section 8 for recommendations If you aren t sure what...

Page 208: ...e in the engaged position This is most likely to happen when there is an accumulation of snow or ice around or near the rear brakes or if the brakes are wet If there is a risk the parking brake may fr...

Page 209: ...iving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering requires correct equip ment and it has to be used properly This section contain...

Page 210: ...ou install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle as well...

Page 211: ...just and maintain them properly Don t tap into your vehicle s brake sys tem E140400ASA Driving with a trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open r...

Page 212: ...rt 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...

Page 213: ...reapply the park ing brake and shift the vehicle to R Reverse for manual transaxle or P Park for automatic transaxle 7 Shut off the vehicle and release the vehicle brakes but leave the parking brake...

Page 214: ...her 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...

Page 215: ...dealer for fur ther information on additional require ments such as a towing kit etc Always drive your vehicle at a moder ate speed less than 100 km h 60 mph On a long uphill grade do not exceed 70 km...

Page 216: ...ecause 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 permissib...

Page 217: ...ross axle weight This is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload E160500AUN GAWR Gross axle weight rating This is the maximum allowable weight...

Page 218: ...e 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 with spare tire 6 7 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 6 15 Towing 6 19 Emer...

Page 219: ...ad or crossing 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 If your vehicle has a manual transaxle not equipp...

Page 220: ...utral or P Park and the emer gency brake is set 2 Check the battery connections to be sure they are clean and tight 3 Turn on the interior light If the light dims or goes out when you operate the star...

Page 221: ...2 volt starting motor ignition system and other electrical parts beyond repair by use of a 24 volt power supply either two 12 volt batteries in series or a 24 volt motor generator set WARNING Battery...

Page 222: ...s to con tact anything except the correct battery terminals or the correct ground Do not lean over the battery when making connections 5 Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and le...

Page 223: ...satisfactory check for coolant leaking from the radiator hoses or under the vehicle If the air conditioning had been in use it is nor mal for cold water to be draining from it when you stop 5 If the w...

Page 224: ...icle is in motion store it properly Follow jacking instructions to reduce the possibility of personal injury OAM069002 WARNING Changing tires Never attempt vehicle repairs in the traffic lanes of a pu...

Page 225: ...into R Reverse with manual transaxle or P Park with automatic transaxle 3 Activate the hazard warning flash er Continued The vehicle can easily roll off the jack causing serious injury or death No pe...

Page 226: ...nuts coun terclockwise one turn each but do not remove any nut until the tire has been raised off the ground 1VQA4023 OAM069001 WARNING Changing a tire To prevent vehicle movement while changing a ti...

Page 227: ...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 228: ...all 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 S...

Page 229: ...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 configurat...

Page 230: ...is tire could result in tire failure loss of vehicle control and possible per sonal injury Do not exceed the vehicle s maxi mum load rating or the load carry ing capacity shown on the sidewall of the...

Page 231: ...on any other vehicle because this tire has been designed especially for your vehicle The compact spare tire s tread life is shorter than a regular tire Inspect your compact spare tire regularly and r...

Page 232: ...to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a...

Page 233: ...fter restarting and about 20 minutes of continuous driving before you have the low pressure tire repaired and reinstalled on the vehi cle CAUTION In winter or cold weather the low tire pressure tellta...

Page 234: ...he TPMS malfunction indicator may be illuminated if some snow chains or some electronic devices such as notebook computers are used in the vehicle This can inter fere with normal operation of the Tire...

Page 235: ...han 1 mile 1 6 km in that 3 hour period CAUTION Do not use any tire sealant if your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System The liquid sealant can damage the tire pressure sen sors...

Page 236: ...hicle 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 f...

Page 237: ...hook front if equipped 1 Open the tailgate and remove the tow ing hook from the tool case 2 Remove the hole cover pressing the lower part of the cover on the front bumper 3 Install the towing hook by...

Page 238: ...hooks to pull a vehi cle out of mud sand or other condi tions from which the vehicle cannot be driven out under its own power Avoid towing a vehicle heavier than the vehicle doing the towing The drive...

Page 239: ...atic 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 th...

Page 240: ...ped WARNING Do not use the tie down hooks under the front or rear of the vehi cle for towing purposes These hooks are designed ONLY for trans port tie down If the tie down hooks are used for towing th...

Page 241: ...id to an injured per son F110300AUN Triangle reflector Place the triangle reflector on the road to warn oncoming vehicles during emer gencies such as when the vehicle is parked by the roadside due to...

Page 242: ...d maintenance items 7 21 Engine oil 7 25 Engine coolant 7 26 Brake clutch fluid 7 29 Automatic transaxle fluid 7 30 Washer fluid 7 32 Parking brake 7 32 Fuel filter 7 33 Air cleaner 7 34 Wiper blades...

Page 243: ...Engine oil filler cap 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Air cleaner 5 Fuse box 6 Negative battery terminal 7 Positive battery terminal 8 Radiator cap 9 Engine oil dipstick 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoi...

Page 244: ...Fuel filter 5 Air cleaner 6 Fuse box 7 Negative battery terminal 8 Positive battery terminal 9 Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick 10 Radiator cap 11 Engine oil dipstick 12 Windshield washer fluid rese...

Page 245: ...son al injury G020100AUN Owner s responsibility NOTICE Maintenance Service and Record Retention are the owner s responsibility You should retain documents that show proper maintenance has been perform...

Page 246: ...have it done by an authorized KIA dealer 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 i...

Page 247: ...nges 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 chan...

Page 248: ...pray and wiper operation Clean wiper blades with clean cloth dampened with washer fluid Check the headlight alignment Check the muffler exhaust pipes shields and clamps Check the lap shoulder belts fo...

Page 249: ...re salt or other corrosive materials are being used Driving on rough or muddy roads Driving in mountainous areas Extended periods of idling or low speed operation Driving for a prolonged period in col...

Page 250: ...her items Number of months or driving distance whichever comes first Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 Miles 1 000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 Km 1 000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 Drive belts 1 I I I I I I I I...

Page 251: ...replacing the drive belt or timing belt I Inspect and if necessary adjust correct clean or replace R Replace or change 4 For your convenience it can be replaced prior to it s interval when you do mai...

Page 252: ...8 60 72 84 96 Miles 1 000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 Km 1 000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 For Europe Engine coolant 7 Except Europe Battery condition I I I I I I I I All electrical systems I I I I Brake li...

Page 253: ...I I Drive shaft and boots I I I I Tire pressure tread wear I I I I I I I I Front suspension ball joints I I I I I I I I Bolt and nuts on chassis and body I I I I I I I I Air conditioner refrigerant i...

Page 254: ...H I K Air cleaner filter R C E Spark plugs R B H Engine timing belt 2 0 Gasoline R Every 90 000 km 60 000 miles or 48 months D E F G Manual transaxle fluid For Europe R Every 90 000 km 60 000 miles C...

Page 255: ...le h L Frequently driving in stop and go conditions Front suspension ball joints I C D E F G Disc brakes and pads calipers and rotors I C D E G H Drum brakes and linings if equipped I C D E G H Parkin...

Page 256: ...g a long trip Number of months or driving distance whichever comes first Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 Miles 1 000 12 5 25 37 5 50 62 5 75 87 5 100 Km 1 000 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 Drive belts 1...

Page 257: ...pplicable only when using a qualified fuel EN590 or equivalent If the diesel fuel specifications don t meet the EN590 it must be replaced more frequently If there are some important safety matters lik...

Page 258: ...first replace at 100 000 km 62 500 miles or 60 months after that replace every 40 000 km 25 000 miles or 24 months 6 I Inspect and if necessary adjust correct clean or replace R Replace or change 5 W...

Page 259: ...oots I I I I I I I I Tire pressure tread wear I I I I I I I I Front suspension ball joints I I I I I I I I Bolt and nuts on chassis and body I I I I I I I I Air conditioner refrigerant if equipped I I...

Page 260: ...vals Driving condition Replace more frequently depending on the condition Engine oil and For Europe R Every 10 000 km 6 200 miles or 6 months A B C F G engine oil filter Except Europe R Every 5 000 km...

Page 261: ...le h L Frequently driving in stop and go conditions Front suspension ball joints I C D E F G Disc brakes and pads calipers and rotors I C D E G H Drum brakes and linings if equipped I C D E G H Parkin...

Page 262: ...ank the filter may require replacement more frequently After installing a new filter run the engine for several minutes and check for leaks at the connections Fuel filters should be installed by an au...

Page 263: ...o 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 edges or mov...

Page 264: ...00AUN Brake hoses and lines Visually check for proper installation chafing cracks deterioration and any leakage Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts immediately G051600AUN Brake fluid Check brake...

Page 265: ...r damage Check the dust boots and ball joints for deterioration cracks or damage Replace any damaged parts G052400AUN Drive shafts and boots Check the drive shafts boots and clamps for cracks deterior...

Page 266: ...ugh 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 the specified engine oil Refer to Recommended lubricants and capaci ti...

Page 267: ...in by washing 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 th...

Page 268: ...a cooling system inspec tion G070101AUN U1 Recommended engine coolant Use only soft destilled water in the coolant mixture The engine in your vehicle has alu minum engine parts and must be pro tected...

Page 269: ...nd steam may blow out under pres sure causing serious injury OAM079006 CAUTION Put a thick cloth or fabric around the radiator cap before refilling the coolant in order to prevent the coolant from ove...

Page 270: ...or capacities in section 8 Never mix different types of fluid WARNING Loss of brake fluid In the event the brake system requires frequent additions of fluid the vehicle should be inspected by an autho...

Page 271: ...er 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...

Page 272: ...nt As the vehicle is driven the automatic transaxle fluid will begin to look darker The color may eventually appear light brown Therefore have an authorized KIA dealer change the automatic transaxle f...

Page 273: ...the parking brake adjusted by an authorized KIA dealer Stroke 5 7 clicks at a force of 20 kg 44 lbs 196 N PARKING BRAKE WARNING Coolant Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid re...

Page 274: ...oximately 50 times until the pump is hard 2 Extract air from the fuel filter by remov ing the bolt 2 with a cross tip screw driver and reinstall the bolt 2 3 Pump up and down 1 approximately 15 times...

Page 275: ...inspecting the air cleaner element Clean the filter by using compressed air 1 Loosen the air cleaner cover attaching clips and open the cover 2 Wipe the inside of the air cleaner 3 Replace the air cle...

Page 276: ...ind shield wipers Common sources of con tamination are insects tree sap and hot wax treatments used by some commer cial car washes If the blades are not wip ing properly clean both the window and the...

Page 277: ...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 CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other compo...

Page 278: ...the wiper blade assembly 2 Install the new blade assembly by inserting the center part into the slot in the wiper arm until it clicks into place 3 Make sure the blade assembly is installed firmly by t...

Page 279: ...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 280: ...trical ignition system works with high voltage Never touch these components with the engine running or the ignition switched on Failure to follow the above warn ings can result in serious bodily injur...

Page 281: ...isconnected Sunroof See section 4 Climate control system See section 4 Clock See section 4 Audio Audio See section 4 WARNING Before performing maintenance or recharging the battery turn off all access...

Page 282: ...e G200200AUN 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 th...

Page 283: ...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 284: ...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 285: ...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 286: ...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 287: ...Tire 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 Slow down whenever t...

Page 288: ...e size designa tor could vary depending on your vehicle P205 55R16 89H P Applicable vehicle type tires marked with the prefix P are intended for use on passenger cars or light trucks however not all t...

Page 289: ...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 U1 4 Tire ply composition and material The number...

Page 290: ...ed 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...

Page 291: ...rate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure Grades B and A represent higher levels of perform ance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law...

Page 292: ...ement fuse blows 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 rati...

Page 293: ...is blown 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 not have a spare use a fuse of the same rating...

Page 294: ...emory fuse NOTICE If the memory fuse is pulled up 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...

Page 295: ...210201AUN Main fuse If the main fuse is blown it must be removed as follows 1 Disconnect the negative battery cable 2 Remove the nuts shown in the picture above 3 Replace the fuse with a new one of th...

Page 296: ...of printing When you inspect the fuse panel in your vehicle refer to the fuse panel label Inner fuse panel Engine compartment fuse panel OAM079026 OAM079027 OAM079028 Diesel only G210300AUN EE Fuse r...

Page 297: ...mocon IGN 2 10A BCM Head Lamp Leveling Switch Head Lamp Leveling Actuator LH RH Electro Chromic Mirror Sunroof Control Module RR WIPER 15A Rear Wiper Relay Rear Wiper Motor Multifunction Switch Wiper...

Page 298: ...rpose Check Connector AUDIO 15A Audio ROOM 10A BCM Instrument Cluster IND A C Control Module Tire Pressure Monitoring Module Door Warning Switch Overhead Console Assembly Map Lamp Center Room Lamp Lug...

Page 299: ...0A BLW 40A MDPS 80A A CON 10A DSL 150A Diesel ABS 2 40A ABS Control Module ESP Control Module ABS 1 40A ABS Control Module ESP Control Module RR HTD 40A I P Junction Box Rear Defogger Relay BLW 40A Bl...

Page 300: ...ator Immobilizer Module Gasoline Injector 1 4 Idle Speed Control Actuator Immobilizer Module Fuel Pump Relay SENSOR 10A Diesel A Con Relay C Fan Relay High Low Lambda Sensor Air Heater Relay Gasoline...

Page 301: ...light if equipped WARNING Working on the lights Prior to working on the light firmly apply the parking brake ensure that the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position and turn off the lights to a...

Page 302: ...se of it Wear eye protection when chang ing a bulb Allow the bulb to cool down before handling it G270A03O WARNING Halogen bulbs Halogen bulbs contain pressur ized gas that will produce flying pieces...

Page 303: ...back of the headlight assembly 12 Reinstall the headlight assembly to the body of the vehicle G220102APB Turn signal light Position light 1 Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket c...

Page 304: ...g and turn the socket clockwise 6 Connect the power connector to the socket 7 Reinstall the front bumper under cover G220200AUN Side repeater light bulb replace ment if equipped 1 Remove the light ass...

Page 305: ...rewdriver 3 Remove the rear combination light assembly from the body of the vehicle 4 Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with...

Page 306: ...ove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly 4 Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing it in and rotati...

Page 307: ...it out 6 Reinstall in the reverse order G220400AFD License plate light bulb replace ment 1 Remove the lens by pressing the tabs 2 Remove the socket from the lens 3 Remove the bulb by pulling it strai...

Page 308: ...all a new bulb in the socket 4 Align the lens tabs with the interior light housing notches and snap the lens into place WARNING Prior to working on the Interior Lights ensure that the OFF but ton is d...

Page 309: ...y remove all these deposits A mild soap safe for use on painted surfaces may be used After washing rinse the vehicle thor oughly with lukewarm or cold water Do not allow soap to dry on the finish WARN...

Page 310: ...epair or replacement be sure the body shop applies anti corrosion materials to the parts repaired or replaced G230104AUN Bright metal maintenance To remove road tar and insects use a tar remover not a...

Page 311: ...and frame members have drain holes that should not clog with dirt trapped water in these areas can cause rusting G230106AUN Aluminum wheel maintenance The aluminum wheels are coated with a clear prote...

Page 312: ...particularly important 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 condi...

Page 313: ...les are kept open so that moisture can escape and not be trapped inside to accelerate corrosion Keep your garage dry Don t park your vehicle in a damp poorly ventilated garage This creates a favor abl...

Page 314: ...p 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 the we...

Page 315: ...in this manual Caution for the Inspection and Maintenance Test With Electronic Stability Program ESP system To prevent the vehicle from misfir ing during dynamometer testing turn the Electronic Stabi...

Page 316: ...missions while maintaining good vehicle performance G270301AUN Vehicle modifications This vehicle should not be modified Modification of your vehicle could affect its performance safety or durability...

Page 317: ...the vehicle when there are signs of engine malfunction such as misfire or a noticeable loss of per formance Do not misuse or abuse the engine Examples of misuse are coasting with the ignition off and...

Page 318: ...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 7 Engine number 8 7 Spec...

Page 319: ...ONS Headlights High Low 60 55 Front turn signal lights 21 Position lights 5 Side repeater lights 5 Front fog lights 27 Rear fog light 21 Stop and tail lights 21 5 Rear turn signal lights 21 Back up li...

Page 320: ...225 45R18 7 0J 18 2 3 2 1 2 4 2 8 33 230 30 210 35 240 41 280 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 T125 80D16 4 0T 16 60 420 60 420 60 420 60 420 Full size tire Compact spare tire if equipped Compact spare tire if equipp...

Page 321: ...iving but in a year s time they can offer significant cost and energy savings 3 Diesel Particulate Filter Lubricant Volume Classification 1 6 Gasoline Engine 3 3 l 3 49 US qt API Service SL or SM 2 0...

Page 322: ...king or drain ing any lubricant This is especially important in dusty or sandy areas and when the vehicle is used on unpaved roads Cleaning the plug and dipstick areas will prevent dirt and grit from...

Page 323: ...1 H010010AAM VIN label if equipped 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 H020000AAM The vehicle...

Page 324: ...iving 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 shown in the drawing...

Page 325: ...I Index...

Page 326: ...26 Cruise control system 5 25 Defroster 4 58 Dimensions 8 2 Door locks 4 7 Economical operation 5 29 Emergency commodity 6 24 Emergency starting 6 4 Emission control system 7 74 Engine compartment 2...

Page 327: ...nterior overview 2 2 Key positions 5 4 Keys 4 2 Light bulbs 7 60 Lighting 4 49 Maintenance services 7 4 Manual climate control system 4 59 Manual transaxle 5 7 Mirrors 4 27 Owner maintenance 7 6 Parki...

Page 328: ...sure label 8 7 Tires and wheels 7 41 8 3 Towing 6 19 Trailer towing 5 39 Vehicle break in process 1 5 Vehicle certification label 8 6 Vehicle identification number VIN 8 6 Vehicle weight 5 47 Washer f...

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