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Driving your vehicle Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.
Driving your vehicle
Be sure the exhaust system
does not leak.
The exhaust system should be checked
whenever the vehicle is raised to change
the oil or for any other purpose.
If you hear a change in the sound of the
exhaust or if you drive over something
that strikes the underneath side of the
vehicle, have the exhaust system
checked as soon as possible by an
authorized Kia dealer.
WARNING
Engine exhaust
Do not inhale exhaust fumes or leave
your engine running in a enclosed area
for a prolonged time. Exhaust fumes
contain carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless gas that can cause uncon
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sciousness and death by asphyxiation.
WARNING
Open trunk
Do not drive with the trunk open. Poi
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sonous exhaust gases can enter the pas
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senger compartment. If you must drive
with the trunk open proceed as follows:
1. Close all windows.
2. Open side vents.
3. Set the air intake control at "Fresh",
the air flow control at "Floor" or "Face"
and the fan at the highest speed.
Before driving
Before getting into the vehicle, you
should examine the car and its sur
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roundings. After getting into the vehicle,
you should check a number of things
before driving.
Before entering vehicle
僅 Be sure that all windows, outside mir
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ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
僅 Check the condition of the tires.
僅 Check under the vehicle for any sign
of leaks.
僅 Be sure there are no obstacles behind
you if you intend to back up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid
should be checked on a regular basis, at
the exact interval depending on the
fluid. Further details are provided in
"Maintenance" on page 7-4.
WARNING
Distracted driving
Focus on the road while driving. The
driver's primary responsibility is in the
safe and legal operation of the vehicle.
Use of any handled devices, other
equipment or vehicle systems that dis
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tract the driver should not be used
during vehicle operation.
Before starting
僅 Close and lock all doors.
僅 Position the seat so that all controls
are easily reached.
僅 Buckle your seat belt.