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Battery saver function   

• The purpose of this feature is to

prevent the battery from being dis-
charged. The system automatically
turns off the small light when the
driver removes the ignition key and
opens the driver- side door.

• With this feature, the parklight will

be turned off automatically if the
driver parks on the side of road at
night.

If necessary, to keep the lights on
when the ignition key is removed,
perform the following :
1) Open the driver-side door.
2) Turn the parklights OFF and ON

again using the light switch on the
steering column.

Lighting control  

The light switch has a Headlight and
a Parklight position.
To operate the lights, turn the knob at
the end of the control lever to one of
the following positions:

➀ 

OFF position

➁ 

Parklight position

➂ 

Headlight position

Parklight position (

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When the light switch is in the park-
light position (1st position), the tail,
position, license and instrument
panel lights are ON.

LIGHTING 

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Summary of Contents for Spectra 2006

Page 1: ... a Kia Who is Kia What does Kia mean Here are some answers First Kia is the oldest car company in Korea It is a company that has thousands of employees focused on building high quality vehicles at affordable prices The first syllable Ki in the word Kia means to arise from to the world or to come up out of to the world The second syl lable a means Asia So the word Kia means to arise from or to come...

Page 2: ...tions or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obli gation If you have questions always check with your Kia Dealer We assure you of our continuing interest in your motor ing pleasure and satisfaction in your Kia vehicle 2005 Kia Motors Corp All rights reserved Reproduction by any means elec tronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage an...

Page 3: ...ii 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Introduction Your vehicle at a glance Knowing your vehicle Driving your vehicle Driving tips In case of an emergency Maintenance Specifications Index 3 ...

Page 4: ...1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 How to use this manual 1 2 Vehicle break in process 1 3 Introduction ...

Page 5: ...ARNING s ON s and NOTICE s were pre to enhance your personal and continued satisfaction a vehicle You should carefully nd follow ALL procedures and mendations provided in these ING s CAUTION s and E s NOTICE A NOTICE indicates a situation in which damage to your vehicle could result if the notice is ignored WARNING A WARNING indicates a situation in which serious bodily injury or death could resul...

Page 6: ...1 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Introduction ...

Page 7: ...1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Exterior overview 2 2 Interior overview 2 4 Instrument panel overview 2 5 Your vehicle at a glance ...

Page 8: ...1 Headlights 2 Turn signal light 3 Engine hood 4 Wiper 5 Sunroof if equipped 6 Window 7 Outside rearview mirror 8 Door 1LDN0001A ...

Page 9: ... door child safety lock 2 Fuel filler lid 3 Rear window 4 Trunk release lever and key lock 5 Spare tire 6 Outside rearview mirror 7 Tail lights 8 Door handle driver 9 Door handle passenger 10 Emergency trunk release lever 11 Antenna if equipped 1LDN0002A ...

Page 10: ...door lock control if equipped 5 Master power window control lock if equipped 6 Vent controls 7 Instrument cluster 8 Inside rearview mirror 9 Steering wheel 10 Steering wheel tilt if equipped 11 Instrument panel illumination if equipped 12 Trunk release button 13 Hood release lever 14 Brake pedal 15 Accelerator pedal 16 Fuel filler lid release lever ...

Page 11: ...t control Turn signals 3 Instrument cluster 4 Wiper Washer 5 Ignition switch 6 Traction control system if equipped 7 Hazard 8 Climate control system 9 Shift lever 10 Passenger s airbag 11 Glove box 12 Audio controls if equipped 13 Auto cruise controls if equipped 1LDC0003A ...

Page 12: ...cks 3 9 Windows 3 14 Seat 3 17 Safety belts 3 29 Airbag supplemental restraint system 3 56 Trunk 3 80 Hood 3 83 Fuel filler lid 3 84 Mirrors 3 87 Interior lights 3 91 Storage compartment 3 93 Interior features 3 96 Sunroof 3 101 Luggage net 3 104 Antenna 3 105 Knowing your vehicle 1 ...

Page 13: ... Leaving children unattended in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous even if the key is not in the ignition Children copy adults and they could place the key in the ignition The ignition key would enable children to operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehi cle move which could result in serious bodily injury or even death Never leave the keys in your vehicle with unsup...

Page 14: ...3 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Knowing your vehicle 3 ...

Page 15: ...sed once doors are unlocked if the ock button is pressed twice in 3 seconds r depressing this button the rs will be locked automatically ess you open the doors within seconds Trunk lid open if equipped The trunk lid opens if this button is pressed Panic if equipped The horn sounds and hazard lamp will flash for about 27 sec onds if this button is pressed PPED 4 ...

Page 16: ...rnment and public offices asting stations military instal airports or transmitting tow c This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the fol lowing two conditions 1 This device may not cause inter ference and 2 This device must accept any inter ference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device WARNING Changes or modifications not...

Page 17: ... entry system transmit designed to give you years of efree use however it can mal n if exposed to moisture or electricity If you are unsure o use your transmitter or e the battery contact an ized Kia dealer placement transmitters see an zed Kia Dealer for reprogram CAUTION Using the wrong battery can cause the transmitter to mal function Be sure to use the correct battery To avoid damaging the tra...

Page 18: ...erwise the engine may art or may stop soon after it Keep each key separately not e any malfunction after you e your new vehicle This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the fol lowing two conditions 1 This device may not cause inter ference and 2 This device must accept any inter ference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the devi...

Page 19: ... The transponder in your ignition key is an important part of the immobilizer system It is designed to give years of trou ble free service however you should avoid exposure to mois ture static electricity and rough handling Immobilizer system malfunction could occur CAUTION u cannot start your engine te of limp home procedure your vehicle towed by an orized Kia dealer for ection and necessary rs C...

Page 20: ...n closing the door push the by the hand Make sure that s are closed securely To lock a door without the key push the inside door lock button or door lock switch if equipped to the LOCK position and close the door NOTICE Always remove the ignition key engage the parking brake close all windows and lock all doors when leaving your vehicle unattended 1LDA2005 9 ...

Page 21: ... pull the door han outward If the inner door handle of the dri ver s front passenger s if equipped side door is pulled when the door lock button is in the lock position the button is unlocked and the door will open if equipped Front doors cannot be locked if the ignition key is in the ignition switch and door is open If you lock the front door with door lock button all vehicle doors will lock auto...

Page 22: ...k when the portion of central door lock h is pressed CAUTION The doors should always be fully closed and locked while the vehicle is in motion to pre vent accidental opening of the door Locked doors will also discourage potential intruders when the vehicle stops or slows Be careful when opening doors and watch for vehicles motorcycles bicycles or pedestrians approaching the vehicle in the path of ...

Page 23: ...sed whenev er children are in the vehicle 1LDA2008 WARNING Unattended children enclosed vehicle can me extremely hot causing h or severe injury to unat ed children or animals who ot escape the vehicle hermore children might ate features of the vehicle could injure them or they d encounter other harm bly from someone gaining to the vehicle Never leave ren or animals unattended ur vehicle 12 ...

Page 24: ...You can also lock unlock the latch but not release it with the central door lock system if equipped If unlocked the rear hatch can be opened by pressing the handle and pulling the hatch up WARNING Rear door locks dren accidentally open the doors while the vehicle is in on they could fall out and everely injured or killed To ent children from opening ear doors from the inside rear door safety locks...

Page 25: ... 3 15 Automatic power window down Driver s window if equipped Power window lock switch see page 3 15 Power window timer if equipped The power windows can be operat ed for approximately 30 seconds after the ignition key is removed or turn to the ACC or LOCK position However if the front doors are opened the power windows can not be operated even within the 30 seconds after the ignition key removal ...

Page 26: ...ery has been discharged sconnected the automatic window system must be reset ows the ignition key to ON posi e each window and continue ng up on each power window ch for at least 0 5 second after window is completely closed Power window lock switch The driver can disable the power window switches on a passenger door by depressing the power win dow lock switch located on the dri ver s door to LOCK ...

Page 27: ...ow children to play h the power windows Keep driver s door power win w lock switch in the LOCK ition depressed Serious ry can result from uninten nal window operation by child not extend face or arms side through the window ning while driving ays double check to make e all arms hands and other tructions are safely out of way before closing a win w 3FDA2015 16 ...

Page 28: ...t if equipped see page 3 19 Seat warmer if equipped see page 3 21 Headrest adjustment see page 3 22 Front passenger seat Seat adjustment forward back ward see page 3 23 Seatback recliner see page 3 24 Headrest adjustment see page 3 24 Rear seat Split folding rear seat if equipped see page 3 25 Headrest adjustment if equipped see page 3 28 1LDN2026A Type B 17 ...

Page 29: ...erious or fatal ry in a sudden stop or col on Continued Continued Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap portion of the safety belt or lap belt snug and low across the hips This position puts your safety belts in the best position to protect you in case of an accident In order to avoid unnecessary airbag injuries including the possibility of severe injury or death always sit ...

Page 30: ...e seat is locked secure trying to move forward and ard without using the control If the seat moves it is not properly Adjusting height of driver seat cushion if equipped Pivot the lever upward to raise the seat cushion Pivot the lever downward to lower the seat cushion 1LDA2028 19 ...

Page 31: ...k reclined could lead to serious or fatal injury in an accident If a front seat is reclined during an acci dent the occupant s hips may slide under the lap portion of the safety belt applying great force to the unprotected abdomen or neck Serious or fatal internal injuries could result Keep the seatbacks in a comfortably upright position whenever the vehicle is in motion 20 ...

Page 32: ...vers on the while the seat warmer is in ation not place heavy or sharp cts on seats equipped with warmers Damage to the seat ming components could occur WARNING Passengers should use extreme caution when using seat warm ers due to the possibility of excess heating or burns In par ticular the following types of passengers should exercise extreme care 1 Infants children elderly or handicapped person...

Page 33: ...nd neck injuries do not drive the vehicle with the headrest removed or improperly posi tioned Do not adjust the driver s head rest while driving al move the headrest raise it as it can go then press the e lever while pulling d 1LDA2034 22 ...

Page 34: ...he control If the seat moves it is not properly WARNING In order to avoid unnecessary airbag injuries including the possibility of severe injury or death always sit as far back as possible by moving the seat far back while still maintaining good vehicle control Serious injury or death may be caused due to the deployment of the passenger s airbag 23 ...

Page 35: ...e headrest to the desired position For best protection adjust the headrest so its center is as high as your ears Also adjust the headrest so its distance from the head is as wide as your fist WARNING g in a vehicle with a front ack reclined could lead to us or fatal injury in an acci If a front seat is reclined occupant s hips may slide r the lap portion of the y belt applying great force e unprot...

Page 36: ...rd and down ise the seatback lift and push mly until it clicks into place n you return the seatback to pright position reposition the safety belts so that they can sed by rear seat passengers 4 Door if equipped 1 Pull the lock release lever 2 Move the rear center three point seat belts if equipped to the out side so that they don t interfere with the seatback when lowering 3 Fold the seatback forw...

Page 37: ...ion firmly until cks move the headrest and put the drest poles into the holes on ear of the seat cushion 5 Pull the lock release lever 6 Fold the seatback forward and down firmly 1LDA2243 1LDA2244 1LDA2241 1LDA2242 26 ...

Page 38: ... 5 Door if equipped urn the rear safety belt to the er position 1LDN3026A CAUTION When returning the rear seat backs to the upright position remember to return the rear shoulder belts to their proper position Do not remove the floor carpet in your vehicle Emission con trol system components cause high exhaust tempera tures under the floor WARNING Cargo Cargo should always be secured to prevent it ...

Page 39: ...se on the headrest support wer the headrest to the desired n For best protection the headrest so its center is as s your ears Also adjust the st so its distance from the s as wide as your fist Removal To remove the headrest raise it as far as it can go then press the release lever while pulling upward 1LDA2042 WARNING To reduce the risk of head and neck injuries do not drive the vehicle with the h...

Page 40: ...ipped inside buckle where presence of enger is sensed by the fas g of the seat belts efore pre tensioner will not ate if the passenger is not ned with the seat belts wise it will activate if buck ven without a passenger in eat Pre tensioner seat belt signed to activate when the elt is in use To ensure the nsioner seatbelts activate ent of a possible seatbelt e switch malfunction the m is designed ...

Page 41: ...bag warning light on the instrument panel will blink or illuminate for approximately 6 seconds after the ignition key has been turned to the ON position then the light should go off If the pre tensioner seat belt is not working properly this warning light will illuminate even if there is no malfunction of SRS airbag system If the SRS airbag warning light does not illuminate when the igni tion key ...

Page 42: ...the seat belts en driving or riding in a tor vehicle WARNING Safety belts To minimize the risk of serious or fatal injury in an accident the driver and all passengers should use the appropriate safety restraints for their age and size The presence of airbags does not change the need to be properly restrained by a safety belt or size appropri ate child restraint In fact airbags are designed to work...

Page 43: ... designed to allow a child restraint to be used in these positions without an added locking clip They normally lock only under extreme or emergency conditions emergency lock mode However they can be adjusted so that they remain in fixed and locked when a child restraint system is placed in these positions Use this auto lock mode only to secure a child restraint never for passengers restrained by t...

Page 44: ...ated again WARNING Cargo area if equipped Passengers should never be allowed to ride in the cargo area of a vehicle No safety belts are provided for the cargo area Persons riding in the vehicle without a fastened safety belt are much more likely to suffer serious bodily injury or death during an accident WARNING Twisted belts A twisted or jammed safety belt cannot restrain you properly If you cann...

Page 45: ...etractor Check the latches to make sure they latch and release without interference or delay Never close the doors on any part of the lap or shoulder belt Any belt not in good condition or in good working order should be promptly replaced inued ar the lap portion as low as sible Be sure that the lap t fits snugly around the s Never wear a lap portion a lap shoulder belt over r waist it should alwa...

Page 46: ...time you turn the ignition switch ON If the driver s lap shoulder belt is not fastened when the key is turned ON or if it is disconnected after the key is turn ON the safety belt warning light will blink for approximately 6 sec onds If the driver s lap shoulder belt is not fastened when the key is turned ON or if it is disconnected after the key is turned ON the safety belt warning chime will soun...

Page 47: ... ON THE HIPS as possible to reduce the risk of sliding under it during an accident Adjust the belt to a SNUG FIT by pulling up on the shoulder portion of the safety belt The belt retractor is designed to take up excess webbing auto matically and to maintain tension on the belt For your safety do not put any excess slack into the safe ty belt at any location 1GHA2263 1GHA2264 36 ...

Page 48: ...on The safe ty belt system will provide the most protection with the seat backs in an upright position Never wear the shoulder por tion of the safety belt under the outside arm or behind the back Never wear the shoulder por tion of the safety belt across the neck or face Wear the lap portion of the safety belt as low on the hips as possible Be sure the lap belt fits snugly around the hips Never we...

Page 49: ...osition the lap portion of the belt across your lap as LOW ON THE HIPS as possible to reduce the risk of sliding under it during an accident Adjust the belt to a SNUG FIT by pulling up on the shoulder portion of the safety belt The belt retractor is designed to take up excess webbing auto matically and to maintain tension on the belt For your safety do not put any excess slack into the safe ty bel...

Page 50: ...ain more than one person at a time Failure to follow these warnings will increase the risk and sever ity of injury in an accident WARNING ver wear the shoulder por n of the safety belt under outside arm or behind the k ver wear the shoulder por n of the safety belt across neck or face ar the lap portion of the ety belt as low as possible sure the lap belt fits snug round the hips Never wear lap be...

Page 51: ...nter belt wly pull the tongue plates out the retractor 2 Insert the tongue plate A into the open end of the buckle C until an audible click is heard indicating the latch is locked Make sure the belt is not twisted 1LDC3300 D A C B 1LDC3301 40 ...

Page 52: ...s snug und your hips if you lean for n a slow easy motion the belt end and let you move around e is a sudden stop or impact lt will lock into position It will ck if you try to lean forward too WARNING When using the rear seat center belt you must lock all tongue plates and buckles If any tongue plate or buckle is not locked it will increase the chance of injury in the event of collision 41 ...

Page 53: ... system To ensure that the safety belts pro vide the maximum protection please follow these instructions Use the belts at all times even on short trips If the safety belt is twisted straight en it prior to use Keep sharp edges and damaging objects away from the belts Periodically inspect belt webbing anchors buckles and all other parts for signs of wear and dam age Replace damaged excessive ly wor...

Page 54: ...ildren should always be restrained by a restraint system approved for their age and size Never allow a child to stand or kneel on the seat of a moving vehicle Never allow a safety belt to be placed around both a child and an adult or around two children at the same time It is best for children to be seated in the rear seats WARNING Pregnant women nant women must never the lap portion of the safe e...

Page 55: ... ly installed in the vehicle and the child must be correctly installed in the child restraint All children under 12 are safest in the back seat Never install a child or infant seat in the front passenger position The baby will be injured or killed by the airbag if it deploys in an accident Never allow a child to stand or kneel on the seat of a moving vehicle Insist the child sit down in an approve...

Page 56: ...e child s neck or face try g the child closer to the center vehicle If the shoulder belt still s their face or neck they may to be returned to a child nt system In addition after devices are available from ndent manufacturers which ull the shoulder belt down and rom the child s face or neck children should use one of at belts provided WARNING Shoulder belts on small children Never allow a shoulder...

Page 57: ...em make fits your car and seat belts s your child Follow all the tions provided by the manu r when installing the child nt system E1BLA204 WARNING A child restraint system must be placed in the rear seat Never install a child or infant seat on the front passenger s seat Should an accident occur and cause the passenger airbag to deploy it could severely injure or kill an infant or child seated in a...

Page 58: ... the child s seat height so that the seat belt properly fit the child Continued Continued Never allow a child to stand up or kneel on the seat Never use an infant carrier or child safety seat that hooks over a seatback it may not provide adequate security in an accident Never allow a child to be held in a person s arms while they are in a moving vehicle as this could result in serious injury to th...

Page 59: ...d restraint seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being seriously injured or killed in a collision greatly increases WARNING ore installing the child traint system read the ructions supplied by the d restraint system manu urer he seat belt does not oper as described have the tem checked immediately your authorized Kia dealer ure to observe this manual tructions regarding child traint s...

Page 60: ...ild restraint system in seat and route the lap shoul belt around or through the aint following the restraint ufacturer s instructions Be the safety belt webbing is not ed 2 Fasten the lap shoulder belt latch into the buckle Listen for the dis tinct click sound Position the release button so that it is easy to access in case of an emergency E2MS103005 E2BLD310 49 ...

Page 61: ...is d repeat steps 3 and 4 5 Remove as much slack from the belt as possible by pushing down on the child restraint system while feeding the shoulder belt back into the retractor 6 Push and pull on the child restraint system to confirm that the safety belt is holding it firmly in place If it is not release the safety belt and repeat steps 2 through 6 Click MMSA3029 MMSA3030 50 ...

Page 62: ...k mode for nor mal adult usage WARNING Auto lock mode ap shoulder belt automati returns to the emergency mode whenever the belt is ed to retract fully efore the preceding seven must be followed each a child restraint is led safety belt is not placed in auto lock mode severe y or death could occur to hild and or other occupants e vehicle in a collision the child restraint will not fectively held in...

Page 63: ...hild restraint seat strap the seatback vehicles with adjustable head route the tether strap under headrest and between the drest posts otherwise route tether strap over the top of the back nect the tether strap hook to correct child restraint hook er and tighten to secure the 2GHN3300A WARNING If the tether strap is secured incorrectly the child restraint seat may not be restrained properly in the...

Page 64: ...mounted attachments nnect to two ISOFIX anchors cific seating positions in your This type of child restraint iminates the need to use seat o attach the child seat for for acing child restraint seats in ar seats There is a symbol located on the lower portion of each side of the rear seatbacks These symbols indicate the position of the lower anchors for child restraints so equipped 1LDN3050 1LDN3100...

Page 65: ...s to properly install child restraint seats with ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible attachments Once you have installed the ISOFIX child restraint assure that the seat is properly attached to the ISOFIX and tether anchors Also test the child restraint seat before you place the child in it Tilt the seat from side to side Also try to tug the seat forward Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place W...

Page 66: ...h to ure the child restraint seat properly in the rear center ting position and may ak causing serious injury death ach the ISOFIX or ISOFIX mpatible child restraint seat y to the appropriate loca ns shown in the illustration ays follow the installation d use instructions provided the manufacturer of the d restraint 55 ...

Page 67: ...ed Front impact sensor SRS control module Occupant classifi cation system N2051 1LDA2052 1LDN2053 1LDN2055A 1LDA2054 1LDN2055A 1LDN2166 1LDN2167 1LDN2168 Side airbag if equipped Side impact sensor if equipped Front seat position sensor 56 ...

Page 68: ...n offered by ety belt system IT IS NOT A TITUTE FOR THE SAFETY The importance of using safety belts There are four very important rea sons to use safety belts even with an airbag supplemental restraint sys tem They help keep you in the proper posi tion away from the airbag when it inflates reduce the risk of harm in rollover side impact vehicles not equipped with side and curtain airbags or rear i...

Page 69: ...connected in a crash inued y will generally not provide tection in side impacts hicles not equipped with e and curtain airbags or r impacts rollovers less ere frontal collisions They not provide protection m later impacts in a multi act collision our vehicle has been sub ed to flood conditions e g ked carpeting standing er on the floor of the vehi etc or if your vehicle has ome flood damaged in an...

Page 70: ...nger s airbag certain conditions For more see Occupant Classification m later in this section CAUTION If the seat position sensor is not working properly the SRS airbag warning light on the instrument panel will illuminate even if there is no malfunction of the SRS airbag system because the SRS airbag warn ing light is connected with the seat position sensor If the SRS airbag warning light does no...

Page 71: ...ury he airbags occupant classi tion system or pretension do not work properly Have r car checked by a dealer soon as possible if the SRS ning light alerts you to a ential problem ing improperly or out of ition can result in serious fatal injury in a crash All upants should sit upright heir seats with their feet on floor until the vehicle is ked and the ignition key is moved HLZ206 1LDN2048A 60 ...

Page 72: ...ication system detects the presence of a passenger in the front passenger s seat and will turn off the front passenger s airbag under certain conditions The occupant classification system is designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and deter mine if the front passenger s airbag should be enabled may inflate or not Only the front passenger front airbag and front passenger side ...

Page 73: ... the person s legs comfortably extended feet on the floor and wear ing the safety belt properly for the most effective protection by the airbag and the safety belt The OCS may not function proper ly if the passenger takes actions which can defeat the detection sys tem These include 1 Failing to sit in an upright posi tion 2 Leaning against the door or cen ter console 3 Sitting towards the sides or...

Page 74: ...ape as that of a child thus preventing airbag deployment a larger child who has outgrown a child restraint system sits in the front passenger seat stem may recognize him her as an adult depending on his her body shape or seating on thus permitting airbag deployment CAUTION PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator illuminates or blinks con usly when a person of adult size sits in the front passenger s it cou...

Page 75: ...nspected by your Kia dealer if the occupant classification system is not working proper ly Continued WARNING e front passenger seat ld be modified for persons disabilities that may affect operation of the occupant ification system contact thorized Kia dealer WARNING n though your vehicle is ipped with the occupant ssification system do not all a child restraint system the front passenger seat chil...

Page 76: ...63 1KMN3664 t a heavy load in the front ssenger seat cessively recline the front ssenger seatback Do not sit on the front edge of the front passenger seat Do not sit towards the side of the front seat or lean against the console or door tinued Continued Do Not Do This Do Not Do This 65 ...

Page 77: ...ll interfere with per sensor operation WARNING The front seat passenger airbag is much larger than the steering wheel airbag and inflates with considerably more force It can seriously hurt or kill a passenger who is not in the proper position and wearing the safety belt proper ly The front passengers should always move their seat as far back as practical and sit back in their seat It is essential ...

Page 78: ...vehicle equipped with side airbags Use of seat covers could inter fere with side airbag deploy ment If seat or seat cover is dam aged have the vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized Kia dealer Inform them that your vehicle is equipped with side airbags Do not make modifications or additions to the seats If seats not allowed by Kia Motors are used unexpected injury may result in due to the m...

Page 79: ...er fastened Especially chil n should sit in a proper d restraint system Continued Continued When children are seated in the rear outboard seats they must be seated in the proper child restraint system Make sure to put the child restraint system as far away from the door side as possible and secure the child restraint sys tem to be locked in position Do not allow the passengers to lean their heads ...

Page 80: ...3 69 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Knowing your vehicle g collision sensors S control module nt impact sensor Side impact sensor if equipped 1LDN2058 1LDN2055B 1LDN2053 1LDA2054 1LDN2055A 69 ...

Page 81: ...ft to a little to the right of straight ahead inued blems may arise if the sen installation angles are nged due to the deforma n of front bumper body or C pillar where side collision sors are installed Have vehicle checked and aired by the authorized Kia ler ur vehicle has been igned to absorb impact deploy the airbag s in tain collisions Installing rmarket bumper guards or lacing a bumper with no...

Page 82: ...rds they may inflate in accidents such as slant collision or impact collision or impact where the front portion of the vehicle goes under a vehicle with a higher ground clearance bus or truck collision with a utility pole or rollover Therefore drive safely at all times If the vehicle chassis is impacted by bumps or objects on unimproved roads or sidewalks airbags may deploy Drive carefully on unim...

Page 83: ...er protection Front airbags may not inflate in side impact collision because occupants move to the direction of the collision and thus front airbag deployment does not provide prop er protection However side or curtain airbags if equipped may inflate depending on the intensity vehicle speed and angles of impact 1GHA2273 1LDN2063 72 ...

Page 84: ... clearance Airbags may nflate in this situation because cts may not be delivered or be delivered with less intensi Airbags may not inflate in rollover accidents because airbag deploy ment would not provide proper pro tection to the occupants However side airbags if equipped may inflate when the vehicle is rolled over by a side impact collision if the vehicle is equipped with side airbags and curta...

Page 85: ...rs rmine whether the sensors out an electronic deploy inflation signal Airbag deployment depends on a number of factors including vehicle speed angles of impact and the density and stiffness of the vehi cles or objects which your vehicle hits in the collision Though factors are not limited to those mentioned above The front airbags will completely inflate and deflate in an instant It is virtually ...

Page 86: ...prevent prolonged expo sure to the smoke and powder Though smoke and powder are non toxic it may cause irritation to the skin eyes nose and throat etc If this is the case wash and rinse with the cold water immediately and con sult the doctor if the symptom per sists WARNING ver should sit as far back least 10 inches 250 mm ay from the steering wheel bag as possible to reduce risk of injury or deat...

Page 87: ...o the improperly ned or improperly restrained WARNING Never put child restraint in the front passenger seat If the front passenger airbag inflates it would cause seri ous or fatal injuries When children are seated in the rear outboard seats in which curtain airbags are equipped be sure to put the child restraint system as far away from the door side as possible and secure the child restraint syste...

Page 88: ...l Restraint System service Your Supplemental Restraint System is virtually maintenance free There are no parts which you can service You must have the system serviced under the following circumstances If an airbag ever inflates the airbag must be replaced Do not try to remove or discard the airbag by yourself This must be done by an authorized Kia dealer If the airbag warning indicator light alert...

Page 89: ...explosive chemical substances contact an authorized Kia dealer when scrapping the vehicle WARNING not modify your steering eel seat or any other part he Supplemental Restraint stem Modification could ke the system inoperable not work on the system s mponents or wiring This ld cause the airbags to ate inadvertently possibly iously injuring someone rking on the system could o disable the system so t...

Page 90: ...ed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS are ential risk of airbag system the risk to children Kia also wants you to be aware of the risks which ibed in previous pages 5LDN2068 1LDN2069A 1LDN2074 1LDE2069 if equipped if equipped 79 ...

Page 91: ...trunk room lamp remains on ROPOSITION 65 WARNING ne exhaust and a wide vari f automobile components parts including compo s found in the interior fur ngs in a vehicle contain or chemicals known to the of California to cause can nd birth defects and repro ve harm In addition cer luids contained in vehicles certain products of compo wear contain or emit chem known to the State of ornia to cause canc...

Page 92: ... inadvertently locked in the trunk pulling this han dle will release the trunk latch mech anism and open the trunk WARNING Exhaust fumes u drive with the trunk lid you will draw dangerous ust fumes into your vehicle ng serious injury or death ehicle occupants Open lids can also dangerously ure rear view vision u must drive with the trunk pen keep the air vents open hat additional outside air s int...

Page 93: ...r key to unlock and open the trunk lid To allow the trunk lid to be opened with the remote release push the trunk lid lock knob down then to the oppo site direction of the LOCK position CAUTION person is locked in the nk they can pull the emer ncy release to open the nk lid recommend that cars be t locked and keys be kept of the reach of children that parents teach their dren about the dangers of ...

Page 94: ... inside of the hood er and lift the hood 3 Lift the hood and hold it open with the support rod by inserting the free end of the rod into the slot 1LDN2021 1LDA2166 CAUTION Grasp the support rod in the area wrapped in rubber The rub ber will help prevent you from being burned by hot metal when the engine is hot 83 ...

Page 95: ...ockwise 5 Refuel as needed 6 To install the cap turn it clockwise until it clicks This indicates that the cap is securely tightened 7 Close the fuel filler lid and push it lightly and make sure that it is securely closed 1LDA2018 1LDA2019 CAUTION void injury from sharp s it is recommended that ctive gloves be worn if is a need to open the fuel door manually ...

Page 96: ...static electricity dis rge by touching a metal t of the vehicle away from fuel filler neck nozzle or er gasoline source Continued Continued When using a portable fuel con tainer be sure to place the con tainer on the ground prior to refueling Static electricity dis charge from the container can ignite fuel vapors causing a fire Once refueling has begun con tact with the vehicle should be maintaine...

Page 97: ...t caps are available at authorized Kia dealers Do not spill fuel on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle Any type of fuel spilled on painted surfaces may damage the paint A loose fuel filler cap may cause the Check Engine Malfunction Indicator light in the instrument panel to illuminate unnecessarily If the fuel filler lid will not open in cold weather because the area around it is frozen push or ...

Page 98: ...c sh or when passing in a nar eet NOTICE Do not scrape ice off the mirror face this may damage the surface of the glass If ice should restrict move ment of the mirror do not force the mirror for adjustment To remove ice use a deicer spray or a sponge or soft cloth with very warm water CAUTION The right outside rearview mirror is convex Objects seen in the mirror are closer than they appear Use you...

Page 99: ...on ror adjustment control to posi e selected mirror up down left adjustment put the lever into position to prevent the inad adjustment NOTICE The mirrors stop moving when they reach the maximum adjust ing angles but the motor contin ues to operate while the switch is depressed Do not depress the switch longer than necessary the motor may be damaged Do not attempt to adjust the out side rearview mi...

Page 100: ...ill ted for defrosting or defogging will give you improved rear in inclement weather condi Push the button again to turn ater off The outside rearview heater automatically turns off 0 minutes Day night rearview mirror Adjust the rearview mirror to center on the view through the rear window Make this adjustment before you start driving CAUTION Do not place objects in the rear seat or cargo area whi...

Page 101: ...iew the vehicle When the ignition switch is ON the automatic dimming function will turn on automatically Press the ON OFF button to turn the automatic dimming function off The mirror indicator light will turn off Press the ON OFF button once again to turn the automatic dimming function on The mirror indicator light will illuminate NOTICE When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar materi...

Page 102: ... OR The light turns on or off when a door is opened or closed Interior light goes out slowly if the door is closed When a door is unlocked by the transmitter interi or light stays on for 30 seconds as long as the door is not opened ON The light turns on and stays on even when the doors are all closed 1LDA2113 ...

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Page 104: ...ull up on the locking tab or These compartments can be used to store small items required by the driver or front passenger WARNING ot store cigarette lighters ane cylinders or other mable explosive materials e vehicle These items may fire and or explode if the le is exposed to hot tem ures for extended periods 1LDA2157 ...

Page 105: ... not fully inserted into ve box key set do not apply ve force Doing so may dam e parts CAUTION To reduce the risk of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop always keep the glove box door closed while driving ...

Page 106: ...3 95 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Knowing your vehicle TICE sure the sunglass holder is while driving ...

Page 107: ...of plug in acces s shavers hand held vacu and coffee pots for example damage the socket or cause rical failure he lighter does not pop out n 30 seconds remove it to ent overheating Ashtrays Front To use the ashtray pull it out To remove the ashtray to empty or clean push the tab inside lift it up slightly and pull it all the way out 1LDA2153 ...

Page 108: ...NG Hot liquids Do not place uncovered cups of hot liquid in the cup holder while the vehicle is in motion If the hot liquid spills you could be burned Such a burn to the driver could cause a loss of control of the vehicle To reduce the risk of personal injury in the event of sudden stop or collision do not place uncovered or insecure bot tles glasses cans etc in the cup holder while the vehicle is...

Page 109: ...p holders could be ed Sunvisor Use the sunvisor to shield direct light through the front or side windows To use a sunvisor pull it downward To use a sunvisor for a side window pull it downward unsnap it from the bracket and swing it to the side To use the vanity mirror pull down the visor and pull up the mirror cover 1LDA2161 1LDN2151 ...

Page 110: ...the electric appliance with plugged in for many hours may cause the battery to be discharged Only use the electric appliances which are less than 12V and 10A in electric capacity Adjust the air conditioner or heater to the lowest operation level when you have to use the power socket while using air con ditioner or heater Close the cover when not in use Some electronic devices can cause electronic ...

Page 111: ...on with your r a pencil or similar object will nce the time displayed by one te ET ear away minutes press the utton with your finger a pencil milar object Then the clock will et precisely on the hour example if the R button is sed while the time is between and 9 29 the display will be to 9 00 9 29 9 00 9 59 10 00 ...

Page 112: ... slide posi Sliding the sunroof Autoslide open To use the autoslide feature momentarily less than 0 5 second press the SLIDE OPEN button on the overhead console The sun roof will slide all the way open To stop the sunroof sliding at any point press any sunroof control button Manual slide open Press the SLIDE OPEN button on the overhead console for more than 0 5 second Close To close the sunroof pr...

Page 113: ...that may accumulate on the guide rail If you try to open the sunroof when the temperature is below freezing or when the sunroof is covered with snow or ice the glass or the motor could be damaged The sunroof is made to slide together with sunshade Do not leave the sunshade closed while the sunroof is open E2BLA361 WARNING Do not extend face or arms outside through the sunroof opening while driving...

Page 114: ...s losed completely or been tilt d Press the TILT UP but ton for 1 second n case that the sunroof has lide opened Press and hold the CLOSE button for more than 5 seconds until the sunroof has closed completely And then press the TILT UP but ton for 1 second 3 Then release it 4 Press and hold the TILT UP button once again until the sun roof has returned to the original position of TILT UP after it i...

Page 115: ... t put fragile bulky or exces uantity of items into luggage hey could be damaged WARNING d eye injury DO NOT over ch ALWAYS keep face and out of recoil path OT use when strap has vis igns of wear or damage ...

Page 116: ...stalled in ehicle ntenna can be adjusted up and or removed from the vehicle you wash your vehicle NOTICE Be sure to remove the antenna before washing the car in an auto matic car wash or it may be dam aged When reinstalling your antenna it is important that it is fully tight ened to ensure proper reception 1LDN3001A ...

Page 117: ...inside of the rear ow glass with a cleaner or use raper to remove the foreign sits as this may cause damage e antenna elements d adding metallic coating as Ni Cd and so on These disturb receiving AM and FM dcast signals ...

Page 118: ...ring wheel 4 19 Cruise control 4 22 Traction control system 4 27 Instrument cluster 4 30 Gauges 4 31 Warnings and indicators 4 33 Lighting 4 40 Wipers and washers 4 44 Defroster 4 47 Hazard warning flasher 4 48 Manual climate control system 4 49 Windshield defrosting and defogging 4 58 Theft alarm system 4 60 Driving your vehicle ...

Page 119: ... before the engine is started This is the normal running position after the engine is started Do not leave the ignition switch ON if the engine is not running to prevent battery discharge START Turn the ignition key to the START position to start 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 If d...

Page 120: ...ition inued ver reach for the ignition tch or any other controls ough the steering wheel le the vehicle is in motion e presence of your hand or m in this area could cause a s of vehicle control an ident and serious bodily ury or death not place any movable ects around the driver s t as they may move while ving interfere with the driv and lead to an accident ...

Page 121: ... 10 seconds before re engaging the starter Excessive or improper use of the starter may damage it The starter will not operate if Automatic Transaxle the shift lever is NOT in P Park or N Neutral Manual Transaxle the clutch pedal is not fully depressed CAUTION engine stalls while you are otion do not attempt to the shift lever to the P position If traffic and conditions permit you may he shift lev...

Page 122: ...shifting reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceleration when you again need to increase your speed When the vehi cle is traveling down steep hills downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life D WARNING Manual transaxle e leaving the driver s seat ys set the parking brake and shut the engine off make sure the transaxle is ed into 1st gear when the le is parked on a l...

Page 123: ...ED 2LDN3019 le moving the shift lever hen shifting g the lock release button ent button ...

Page 124: ... stopped on an upgrade do not hold the vehicle stationary with engine power Use the service brake or the parking brake Do not shift from N Neutral or P Park into D Drive or R Reverse when the engine is above idle speed WARNING Automatic transaxle e leaving the driver s seat ys make sure the shift lever he P PARK position then he parking brake fully and the engine off Unexpected sudden vehicle move...

Page 125: ...sudden vehi cle movement can occur if you do not follow these precau tions in the order specified Never leave a child unattend ed in a vehicle WARNING fting into P Park while the icle is in motion will cause drive wheels to lock which cause you to lose control he vehicle not use the P Park posi n in place of the parking ke Always make sure the t lever is latched in the P rk position so that it can...

Page 126: ...king brake or service brakes plied D drive This is the normal forward driving position The transaxle will automati cally shift through a 4 gear sequence providing the best fuel economy and power For extra power when passing anoth er vehicle or climbing grades depress the accelerator fully at which time the transaxle will auto matically downshift to the next lower gear ...

Page 127: ...es CAUTION Do not exceed the recommend ed maximum speeds in 2 Second Gear or L Low Operating the vehicle at speeds above the maximum recom mended for 2 Second Gear or L Low may cause excessive heat to develop which could result in damage to or failure of the automatic transaxle ...

Page 128: ... e ON position ress the lock release button move the shift lever the ignition switch is in the position the transaxle cannot ted from P Park brake pedal is repeatedly sed and released with the ver in the P Park position a ing sound near the shift lever e heard This is a normal con Ignition key interlock system The ignition key cannot be removed unless the shift lever is in the P Park position If t...

Page 129: ...st use the parking e to stop the vehicle use caution in applying the e WARNING Brakes Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal This will create abnormal high brake temperatures exces sive brake lining and pad wear and increased stopping distances When descending a long or steep hill shift to a lower gear and avoid continuous applica tion of the brakes Continuous brake application wil...

Page 130: ...at some driving ons or climates may cause a squeal when you first apply or apply the brakes This is nor d does not indicate a problem ur brakes NOTICE To avoid costly brake repairs do not continue to drive with worn brake pads WARNING Brake wear This brake wear warning sound means your vehicle needs serv ice If you ignore this audible warning you will eventually lose braking performance which coul...

Page 131: ...not use the gearshift lever in place of the parking brake Set the parking brake AND make sure the gearshift lever is securely positioned in 1st First gear or R Reverse for manual transaxle equipped vehicles and in P Park for automatic transaxle equipped vehicles Never allow a person who is unfamiliar with the vehicle or children to touch the parking brake If the parking brake is released unintenti...

Page 132: ...ve the vehicle until you ach a safe location or repair Parking on curbed streets When parking your vehicle on an uphill grade park as close to the curb as possible and turn the front wheels away from the curb so that the front wheels will contact the curb if the vehicle moves back ward When parking your vehicle on a downhill grade park as close to the curb as possible and turn the front wheels tow...

Page 133: ... your ABS system is active In order to obtain the maximum ben efit from your ABS system in an emergency situation do not attempt to modulate your brake pressure and do not try to pump your brakes Press your brake pedal as hard as possible or as hard as the situation warrants and allow the ABS system to control the force being delivered to the brakes inued ving too fast on poor road faces The ABS i...

Page 134: ...al If the light stays on you have a problem with your system Contact an author Kia dealer as soon as possible NOTICE When you drive on a road having poor traction such as an icy road and operate your brakes continu ously the ABS will be active con tinuously and the ABS warning light may illuminate Pull your car over to a safe place and stop the engine Restart the engine If the ABS warning light is...

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Page 136: ...lfunctions the steering t will greatly increase NOTICE If the vehicle is parked for extended periods outside in cold weather below 10 C 14 F the power steering may require increased effort when the engine is first start ed This is caused by increased fluid viscosity due to the cold weather and does not indicate a malfunction When this happens increase the engine RPM by depressing accelera tor unti...

Page 137: ...e lever to lock the steering wheel in place Be sure to adjust the steering wheel to the desired position before driving WARNING ver adjust the angle of ering wheel while driving may lose your steering trol and cause severe per al injury or accidents er adjusting push the ering wheel both up and wn to be certain it is locked position 1LDN2076A ...

Page 138: ...ON sound the horn press the a indicated by the horn mbol on your steering eel see illustration The n will operate only when s area is pressed not strike the horn severely operate it or hit it with your Do not press on the horn h a sharp pointed object ...

Page 139: ...rate to the desired speed which must be more than 40 km h 24 mph and less than 163 km h 102 mph WARNING If the cruise 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 cruise control is not in use 1LDN4024 ...

Page 140: ... brake pedal Press the clutch pedal with a manu al transaxle or shift into N Neutral with an automatic transaxle Pull the CANCEL switch Each of these actions will cancel cruise control operation the SET indicator light in the instrument clus ter will go OFF but it will not turn the system off If you wish to resume cruise control operation push up the RES ACC switch located on your steering wheel Y...

Page 141: ...p the RES ACC switch and it Your vehicle will accelerate ase the switch at the speed you Push up the RES ACC switch and release it immediately The cruising speed will increase 1 6 km h 1 mph by one touch and will be mem orized to the reset speed 1LDN4026 ...

Page 142: ...ures down the SET COAST switch hold it Your vehicle will gradu slow down Release the switch e speed you want to maintain Push down the SET COAST switch and release it immediately The cruising speed will decrease 1 6 km h 1 mph by one touch and will be memorized to the reset speed 1LDN4025 ...

Page 143: ...not resume however if the speed has dropped below h 24 mph ...

Page 144: ...ng the engine you may hear a slight tick ing sound This is the TCS performing an automatic system self check and does not indicate a problem When operating When the TCS is in opera tion TCS indicator light blinks When the traction control system is operating prop erly you can feel a slight pulsation in the vehicle This is only the effect of brake control and indi cates nothing unusual When moving ...

Page 145: ...he TCS is turned off e button or TCS fails to oper en turned on TCS TCS OFF indicator light blinks OFF indicator light comes on WARNING The Traction Control System is only a driving aid use precau tions for safe driving by slowing down on curved snowy or icy roads Drive slowly and don t attempt to accelerate whenever the TCS indicator light is blink ing or when the road surface is slippery ...

Page 146: ... it may prevent ehicle speed from increasing cause a false diagnosis of a y speedometer ning the TCS off does not t ABS or brake system opera WARNING Never press the TCS button while TCS is operating If the TCS is turned off while TCS is operating the vehicle may slip out of control To turn TCS off while driving press the TCS button while driv ing on a flat road surface ...

Page 147: ...urn signal indicators 3 Speedometer 4 Engine temperature gauge 5 Warning and indicator lights 6 Odometer Tripmeter 7 Tripmeter mode reset button 8 Shift position indicator Automatic Transaxle only 9 Fuel gauge 1LDC2090 ...

Page 148: ...cor hift points and to prevent lug nd or over revving the engine chometer pointer may move when the ignition switch is in r ON position with the engine his movement is normal and t affect the accuracy of the meter once the engine is run NOTICE Do not operate the engine within the tachometer s RED ZONE This may cause severe engine dam age 1LDC2090 ...

Page 149: ...e is supplemented by a el warning light which will illu when the fuel level has d to about 8 5 liters Instrument panel illumination if equipped When the vehicle s parking lights or headlights are on rotate the illumina tion control knob to adjust the instru ment panel illumination intensity 1LDN2117C ...

Page 150: ...t the same time driving your vehicle problem with ABS BD system In this case your ABS system and regular brake system may not work normally Have the vehicle checked by an Authorized Kia Dealer as soon as possible ABS ABS WARNING If the both ABS and Brake warn ing lights are ON and stay ON your vehicle s brake system will not work normally So you may experience an unexpected and dangerous situation...

Page 151: ...driver s lap shoulder belt is not fastened when the key is turned ON or if it is unfastened after the key is ON the safety belt warning light blinks until the belt is fastened If the system does not operate as described see an Authorized Kia Dealer for assistance Type B As a reminder to the driver and pas senger safety belt warning light will blink for approximately 6 seconds each time you turn th...

Page 152: ...after 20 minutes also turn off whenever you e the ignition key pattern indicators uipped dividual indicators illuminate to the automatic transaxle shift election Immobilizer indicator if equipped This light illuminates when the immo bilizer key is inserted and turned to the ON position to start the engine If this light turns off or blinks when the ignition switch is in the ON posi tion before star...

Page 153: ...t drive the vehicle if leaks found the warning light ains on or the brakes do not ate properly Have it towed to Authorized Kia Dealer for a e system inspection and nec ary repairs To check bulb operation check whether the parking brake and brake fluid warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is in the ON posi tion WARNING Driving the vehicle with a warn ing light on is dangerous If the b...

Page 154: ...hich moni tors various emission control system components If this light illuminates while driving it indicates that a potential problem has been detected somewhere in the emission control system Generally your vehicle will continue to be drivable and will not need tow ing but have the system checked by an Authorized Kia Dealer as soon as possible NOTICE A loose fuel filler cap may cause the On Boa...

Page 155: ...not go out or if minates while the vehicle is driven see an Authorized Kia for immediate service Auto cruise indicator if equipped CRUISE indicator The indicator light illuminates when the cruise control system is enabled SET indicator The indicator light illuminates when the cruise function switch SET COAST or RES ACC is ON CRUISE SET ...

Page 156: ...roximately 6 ds driver s lap shoulder belt is not ed within 30 seconds after the is started the safety belt g chime will sound for 6 sec This cycle will repeat 11 times an interval of 24 seconds en cycles Door ajar warning chime if equipped If a door is opened with the ignition switch ON the warning chime will sound Key reminder warning chime If the driver s door is opened and the ignition key is ...

Page 157: ... turn the knob at d of the control lever to one of owing positions F position klight position dlight position Parklight position When the light switch is in the park light position 1st position the tail position license and instrument panel lights are ON 1LDC2102 1LDC2101 ...

Page 158: ...ht he headlight high beams are ed on vent the battery from being rged do not leave the lights a prolonged time while the is not running Flashing headlights To flash the headlights pull the lever towards you It will return to the nor mal low beam position when released The headlight switch does not need to be on to use this flashing feature 1LDC2105 1LDC2106 ...

Page 159: ...re replace TICE ndicator flash is abnormally or slow bulb may be burned have a poor electrical con n in the circuit Front fog light if equipped Fog lights are used to provide improved visibility and avoid acci dents when visibility is poor due to fog rain or snow etc The fog lights will turn on when fog light switch is turned to ON after the head light switch is turned on To turn off the fog light...

Page 160: ...nning Lights DRL can t easier for others to see the f your vehicle during the day an be helpful in many different conditions and it is especial ful after dawn and before sun DRL system will make your ghts turn OFF when head light switch is ON parking brake engaged ne stops ...

Page 161: ...r in the OFF posi on The wipers will operate ontinuously if the lever is pushed upward and held NOTICE If there is heavy accumulation of snow or ice on the windshield defrost the windshield for about 10 minutes or until the snow and or ice is removed before using the wind shield wipers to ensure proper oper ation ...

Page 162: ...ever is pushed upward and NOTICE To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield do not oper ate the wipers when the wind shield is dry To prevent damage to the wiper blades do not use gasoline kerosene paint thinner or other solvents on or near them To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components do not attempt to move the wipers manually 1LDN2108C ...

Page 163: ...voir filler neck is located in nt of the engine compartment passenger side TICE vent possible damage to the r pump do not operate the r when the fluid reservoir is WARNING Do not use the washer in freez ing temperatures without 1st warming the windshield with the defrosters the washer solution could freeze on contact with the windshield and obscure your vision ...

Page 164: ...r window defroster press the rear window defroster button located in the center console switch panel The indicator in the instrument cluster illuminates when the defroster is ON If your vehicle is equipped with the outside mirror defroster it will be operating at the same time when you operate the rear window defroster If there is heavy accumulation of snow on the rear window brush it off before o...

Page 165: ...front turn sig hts to flash on and off which as a warning to other drivers cise caution when approach passing your vehicle vate the flasher depress the warning flasher switch This operates in any ignition switch n n the flashers off depress the again ...

Page 166: ...4 49 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Driving your vehicle EM IF EQUIPPED 1LDN2120A 4 Air intake control button 5 Air conditioning button if equipped ...

Page 167: ...of the wing from the ventilation sys change the air temperature in ssenger compartment turn the o the right for warm and hot air or cooler air Mode selection knob The mode selection knob controls the direction of the air flow through the ventilation system 1LDN2124A 1LDN2127B ...

Page 168: ...em will be turned on the recirculated air posi tion will be selected the face mode will be selected If you select MAX A C mode you will not be able to cancel the A C system operation or change the recirculated air mode posi tion Set the fan speed control knob to the desired speed and rotate the tempera ture control knob to the extreme left position for maximum cooling outlet port 1LDC2121 B F MAX ...

Page 169: ...ow is directed to the windshield with a small amount of air directed to the side win dow defrosters outlet port Instrument panel vents If air flow control is not satisfactory check the instrument panel vents The outlet port can be opened or closed separately using the verti cal thumbwheel To close the vent rotate it upward to the maximum position To open the vent rotate it downward Also you can ad...

Page 170: ...cted air from passenger compartment will be drawn through the heating system and heat ed or cooled according to the function selected Outside fresh air position The indicator light on the button is not illuminated when the outside fresh air position is selected With the outside fresh air position selected air enters the vehicle from outside and is heated or cooled according to the function selecte...

Page 171: ...air position may allow midity to increase inside icle which may fog the ss and obscure visibility not sleep in a vehicle with conditioning or heating tem on It may cause seri harm or death due to a p in the oxygen level or body temperature ntinued climate control tem operation in the ruclated air position can se drowsiness or sleepi s and loss of vehicle con Set the air intake control he outside f...

Page 172: ... Air Conditioning Systems are filled with environmentally friendly R 134a refrigerant which is not damag ing to the ozone layer 1 Start the engine Push the air con ditioning button 2 Set the mode to the position 3 Set the air intake control to the outside air or recirculated air posi tion 4 Set the temperature control knob to the desired position 5 Set the fan speed control to the desired speed 6 ...

Page 173: ...ven pudding on the nd under the passenger side e vehicle This is a normal sys operation characteristics The air conditioning system includes a function that automati cally turns the air conditioning compressor off if engine coolant temperature approaches an over heating level The air conditioning compressor operation will resume once engine coolant temperature returns to the normal range Also the ...

Page 174: ... TICE the performance of the air oning system is reduced it is ant that the correct type and t of oil and refrigerant is Otherwise damage to the essor and abnormal system ion may occur CAUTION air conditioning system ld be serviced by an orized Kia dealer Improper ce may cause serious y ...

Page 175: ...onding to cancel the operation EFOGGING 1LDN2144 CAUTION Do not use the or posi tion when cooling the vehicle interior in extremely humid weather The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield could cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up caus ing loss of visibility In this case set the mode selection knob to the position and fan speed control knob...

Page 176: ... is set to the outside air position automatically if following occur gnition switch is off mode is selected to the OFF ion ignition switch is turned on e the mode is selected to the or mode is selected to the or while the system is acti d the air intake control button to the recirculated air position he ignition switch is on ...

Page 177: ...l be repeated three During this time the engine start Withheld alarm When the alarm is armed the alarm will not sound if the trunk lid is opened with either the key or the transmitter However if the trunk lid is not opened completely within two sec onds after unlocking with the key or transmitter the alarm will sound Also if any of the doors or hood is opened while the trunk lid is open and the al...

Page 178: ...when ock unlock or trunk pen button on the mitter is pressed ignition switch is in the ON ion for 30 seconds or more doors are unlocked with the on key TICE ignition key is in the ignition the transmitter will not func void trying to start the engine he alarm activated ...

Page 179: ...4 5 6 7 8 9 Fuel requirements 5 2 Emission control system 5 3 Before driving 5 5 Suggestions for economical operation 5 6 Special driving conditions 5 7 Trailer towing 5 11 Overloading 5 18 Label information 5 19 Driving tips ...

Page 180: ...any nol Either of these fuels may drivability problems and dam the fuel system tinue using gasohol of any drivability problems occur Vehicle damage or driveability prob lems may not be covered by the manufacturer s warranty if they result from the use of 1 Gasohol containing more than 10 ethanol 2 Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol 3 Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol NOTICE Never use gasohol whic...

Page 181: ...any more than what is necessary to move the vehicle in or out of the area When the vehicle is stopped in an open area for more than a short time with the engine running adjust the ventilation system as needed to draw outside air into the vehicle Never sit in a parked or stopped vehicle for any extended time with the engine running When the engine stalls or fails to start excessive attempts to re s...

Page 182: ...or more ot modify or tamper with any of the engine or emission con system All inspections and stments must be made by an orized Kia dealer to observe these precautions esult in damage to the catalyt verter and to your vehicle nally such actions could void arranties ...

Page 183: ... 6 7 8 9 WARNING Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs Drinking and driving is danger ous Drunk driving is the num ber one contributor to the high way death toll each year Even a small amount of alcohol will affect your reflexes perceptions and judgement You are much more likely to have a serious accident if you drink and drive If you are drinking or taking drugs don t drive Do not ride ...

Page 184: ...d poor fuel econo oper wheel alignment results ster tire wear and lower fuel omy 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 conditions Keeping a vehicle in good operating condition is important both for econ omy and safety Therefore have an authorized Kia dealer perform schedu...

Page 185: ... vehicles equipped with a manual transaxle or R Reverse and any forward gear in vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle Do not race the engine and spin the wheels as little as pos sible If you are still stuck after a few tries have the vehicle pulled out by a tow vehicle to avoid engine overheat ing and possible damage to the transaxle NOTICE Prolonged rocking may cause engine over heating t...

Page 186: ...inded and it ake several seconds for your to readjust to the darkness Driving in the rain Rain and wet roads can make driving dangerous especially if you re not prepared for the slick pavement Here are a few things to consider when driving in the rain A heavy rainfall will make it harder to see and will increase the dis tance needed to stop your vehicle so slow down Keep your windshield wiping equ...

Page 187: ...ce capacity of any battery so it be in excellent condition to de enough winter starting er e sure the engine oil viscosity itable for cold weather ck the ignition system for loose ections and damage Use antifreeze formulated wind shield washer fluid Do not use engine coolant antifreeze Do not use the parking brake if it might freeze When parking shift to 1 First or R Reverse with a manual transaxl...

Page 188: ...than the bottom of the wheel hub Drive through any water slowly Allow adequate stopping distance because brake performance may be affected After driving through water dry the brakes by gently applying them sev eral times while the vehicle is moving slowly WARNING Snow tire size tires should be equivalent e and type to the vehicle s dard tires Otherwise the y and handling of your le may be adversel...

Page 189: ...ering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durabil ity and fuel economy Successful safe trailering requires correct equip ment and it has to be used properly This section contains many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers Please read this section carefully...

Page 190: ...le wear in e heavier loads ys drive at a safe speed less 100 km h commensurate road conditions mportant considerations have with weight Weight of the trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh more than 907 kg 2000 lbs with trailer brakes But even that can be too heavy It depends on how you plan to use your trailer For example speed alti tude road grades outside tempera ture a...

Page 191: ...ell as dirt and water The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to them Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper WARNING ver load a trailer with more ght in the rear than in the nt The front should be ded with approximately of the total trailer load rear should be loaded with proximately 40 of the tot...

Page 192: ...ow a good deal longer and not nearly so responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform safety chains electrical connector s lights tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical...

Page 193: ... your vehicle has to have a different turn signal flasher and extra wiring The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly connected the trailer lights will also flash to alert 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 t...

Page 194: ...vehicle in D Drive towing a trailer will minimize uildup and extend the life of ansaxle NOTICE When towing a trailer on steep grades in excess of 12 pay close attention to the engine coolant temperature gauge to ensure the engine does not overheat If the needle of the coolant temperature gauge moves across the dial towards H HOT pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to do so and allow the engin...

Page 195: ...en you are ready to leave after parking on a hill 1 With the manual transaxle in Neutral or automatic transaxle in P Park apply your brakes and hold the brake pedal down while you Start your engine Shift into gear and Release the parking brake 2 Slowly remove your foot from the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks ...

Page 196: ...onditioner you ld install a condenser fan to ove engine performance n towing a trailer OVERLOADING CAUTION The gross axle weight rating GAWR and the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR for your vehicle are on the manufactur er s label attached to the dri ver s door Exceeding these rat ings can cause an accident or vehicle damage You can calcu late the weight of your load by weighing the items or peop...

Page 197: ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 le identification number eck the frame number under assenger seat remove the by pulling one side marked ULL 1LDA6001 1LD6001 1LDN6002 1LDN6003 mber ertification label MVSS label VIN label VIN bar code ...

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Page 199: ...1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Road warning 6 2 Overheating 6 3 Emergency starting 6 4 Electrical circuit protection 6 7 Towing 6 14 If you have a flat tire 6 19 In case of an emergency ...

Page 200: ...or when the vehicle is stopped e edge of a roadway ss the flasher switch with the n switch in any position The switch is located in the center e switch panel All turn signal will flash simultaneously hazard warning flasher oper whether your vehicle is run or not urn signals do not work when azard flasher is on must be taken when using hazard warning flasher while ehicle is being towed ...

Page 201: ...or and water pump If you a major leak or another prob that may have caused the ne to overheat do not operate engine until it has been cor ed Call an Authorized Kia ler for assistance If you do not a leak or other problem care add coolant to the reservoir If the engine frequently overheats have the cooling system checked and repaired by an Authorized Kia Dealer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 WARNING Removing ra...

Page 202: ...ry Keep all flames or sparks away from the battery The bat tery produces hydrogen gas which may explode if exposed to flame or sparks Do not attempt to jump start the vehicle if the discharged battery is frozen or if the elec trolyte level is low the battery may rupture or explode WARNING Battery r attempt to check the elec e level of the battery as may cause the battery to re or explode causing s...

Page 203: ...6 5 In case of an emergency 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1LDA4001 Discharged battery Jumper Cables ...

Page 204: ...ischarg not apparent you should have vehicle checked by an zed Kia Dealer o illustration on page 6 5 Push starting Your manual transaxle equipped vehicle should not be push started because it might damage the emis sion control system Vehicles equipped with automatic transaxle cannot be push started Follow the directions in this section for jump starting CAUTION Never tow a vehicle to start it beca...

Page 205: ...ectrical system does not first check the driver s side anel replace a blown fuse with the same rating If the replacement fuse blows this indicates an electrical problem Avoid using the system involved and imme diately consult an Authorized Kia Dealer Two kinds of fuses are used stan dard for lower amperage rating and main for higher amperage ratings 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ...

Page 206: ...h in a new fuse of the same g and make sure it fits tightly e clips loosely consult an Authorized aler If you do not have a spare use a fuse of the same rating from a circuit you may not need for operating the vehicle such as the audio fuse If the headlights or other electrical components do not work and the fuses are OK check the fuse block in the engine compartment If a fuse is blown it must be ...

Page 207: ...failures may occur from leaking in Main fuse If the ALT 120A fuse is blown it must be removed as follows 1 Disconnect the negative battery cable 2 Remove the screws 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 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1LDA4006 ...

Page 208: ...he fuse relay label describing fuse relay name and capacity 2LDN4008 2LDN4007 Driver side knee bolster ...

Page 209: ...fan COND 20A Condenser fan ALT 120A Alternator ATM Automatic transaxle control relay WIPER Wiper relay F FOG Front fog light relay LO HDLP Headlight relay low HI HDLP Headlight relay high A CON Air conditioner relay F PUMP Fuel pump DRL Daytime running light relay COND2 Condenser fan relay HORN Horn relay MAIN Main relay START Start motor relay RAD Radiator fan relay COND Condenser fan relay ...

Page 210: ... er y m ocket er ror heater Description Fuse rating Protected component RR HTR Rear window defroster relay RESISTOR Resistor P WDW Power window relay ACC PWR Accessory Power socket relay TAIL Tail light relay ...

Page 211: ...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 replace ment Refer to Items to be reset on page 7 28 Even though the memory fuse is pulled up the battery can still be discharged by operation of the headlights or other electrical devices ...

Page 212: ...a commercial uck and wheel dollies are not he front of the vehicle should be lifted not the rear NOTICE Do not tow the vehicle backwards with the front wheels on the ground as this may cause damage to the vehicle Do not tow with sling type equip ment Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment 2GHA4107 1LDN4023 2LDA4002 ...

Page 213: ...own hook atbed towing 1LDN4019 n hook CAUTION ot use the hooks under the of the vehicle for towing oses These hooks are ned ONLY for transport tie If the tie down hooks are for towing the tie down s will be damaged and this d lead to serious injury ...

Page 214: ...driver must be vehicle to steer it and operate kes Towing in this manner may be done only on hard surfaced roads for a short distance and at low speeds Also the wheels axles power train steering and brakes must all be in good condition Do not use the tow hooks to pull a vehicle out of mud sand or other conditions from which the vehicle cannot be driven out under its own power Avoid towing a vehicl...

Page 215: ...ng CAUTION extreme caution when tow he vehicle oid sudden starts or erratic ving maneuvers which uld place excessive stress the emergency towing ok and towing cable or in The hook and towing le or chain may break and se serious injury or dam he towing vehicle can hard move do not forcibly con ue the towing Contact an horized Kia dealer or a mmercial tow truck service assistance w the vehicle as st...

Page 216: ...and let the brakes cool off TICE vent internal damage to the xle never tow your vehicle he rear backwards with all res in contact with the sur Tips for towing a stuck vehicle The following methods are effective when your vehicle is stuck in mud sand or similar substances that pre vent the vehicle from being driven out under its own power Remove the soil and sand etc from the front and the back of ...

Page 217: ...uipped with a com pact spare tire This compact spare tire takes up less space than a regu lar size tire This tire is smaller than a conventional tire and is designed for temporary use only 1LDA4010 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 first opportunity The operation of this vehicle is...

Page 218: ... diameter of a con onal tire and reduces the nd clearance approximately m 1 inch which could result mage to the vehicle Do not take this vehicle through an automatic car wash Do not use tire chains on this tire Because of the smaller size a tire chain will not fit properly This could damage the vehicle and result in loss of the chain This tire should not be installed on the front axle if the vehic...

Page 219: ...e correct nt and rear jacking posi ns on the vehicle never use bumpers or any other part he vehicle for jack support Continued Continued The vehicle can easily roll off the jack causing serious injury or death No person should place any portion of their body under a vehicle that is supported only by a jack use vehicle support stands Do not start or run the engine while the vehicle is on the jack D...

Page 220: ...te ack position WARNING Changing a tire To prevent vehicle movement while changing a tire always set the parking brake fully and always block the wheel diago nally opposite the wheel being changed It is recommended that the wheels of the vehicle be chocked and that no person should remain in a vehicle that is being jacked 1LDN4013 ...

Page 221: ... just clears the ground This measurement is approximately 30 mm 1 2 in Before removing the wheel lug nuts make sure the vehicle is sta ble and that there is no chance for movement or slippage 9 Remove the wheel lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise then remove the wheel 10 Mount the spare tire into position and install the wheel lug nuts with the beveled edge inward WARNING Jack location educe...

Page 222: ...ersa will not secure the l to the hub properly and damage the stud so that it be replaced that most lug nuts do not metric threads Be sure to extreme care in checking read style before installing market lug nuts or wheels n doubt consult an orized Kia Dealer WARNING Wheel studs If the studs are damaged they may lose their ability to retain the wheel This could lead to the loss of the wheel and a c...

Page 223: ...l and oil filter 7 12 Engine cooling system 7 13 Brakes and clutch 7 15 Parking brake 7 16 Drive belts 7 17 Power steering 7 18 Steering wheel 7 19 Automatic transaxle 7 20 Lubricants and fluids 7 22 Air cleaner 7 23 Air conditioner air filter 7 24 Wiper blades 7 25 Battery 7 27 Tires and wheels 7 30 Lubricant specifications 7 37 Maintenance ...

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Page 225: ...ng pages You need this infor to establish your compliance e servicing and maintenance ments of your Kia warranties d warranty information is pro n your Warranty Consumer ation manual Repairs and adjustments required as a result of improper maintenance or a lack of required maintenance are not covered We strongly recommend that all vehi cle maintenance be performed by an authorized Kia dealer using...

Page 226: ... comes first 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64 R R R R R R R R R R R R R R I I I I I I I I I I I I R I I I I I R I I I I R R I I I R I R I I I I R I I I I I R I I I I I I R I I I I I I R ...

Page 227: ...rst 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I R I I I I I I I R I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I R I I I R I I I R I I I R I I I I I I I I I I I I I I ...

Page 228: ...12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64 I R I I I R I I I R I I I R I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I L L L L L L L L L L L L L L Inspect when abnormal condition noted Rotate the tires every 12 000 km ...

Page 229: ...4 5 6 7 8 9 f necessary correct clean refill adjust or replace cations in the Owner s Manual driving under dusty conditions the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions n stop and go traffic els s every week ...

Page 230: ...icle constantly turns slightly or pulls to one side when traveling on smooth level road When stopping listen and check for strange sounds pulling to one side increased brake pedal travel or hard to push brake pedal If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transaxle occurs check the transaxle fluid level Check automatic transaxle P Park function Check parking brake Check for fluid leaks ...

Page 231: ...mps ck the lap shoulder belts for and function ck for worn tires and loose el lug nuts At least once a year Clean body and door drain holes Lubricate door hinges and checks and hood hinges Lubricate door and hood locks and latches Lubricate door rubber weather strips Check the air conditioning system before the warm weather season Check the power steering fluid level Inspect and lubricate automati...

Page 232: ... it done by an horized Kia Dealer rking under the hood with engine running is danger It becomes even more ngerous when you wear elry or loose clothing se can become entangled moving parts and result in ry Therefore if you must the engine while working der the hood make certain t you remove all jewelry pecially rings bracelets ches and necklaces and neckties scarves and sim loose clothing before ge...

Page 233: ...r 2 Engine oil filler cap 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Air cleaner 5 Fuse box 6 Negative battery terminal 7 Positive battery terminal 8 Auto transaxle oil dipstick if equipped 9 Radiator cap 10 Engine oil dipstick 11 Engine coolant reservoir 12 Windshield washer fluid reser voir ...

Page 234: ...vel to F Do not overfill nly the specified engine oil to Recommended Lubricants this section Changing the engine oil and filter Change engine oil and filter accord ing to the Scheduled Maintenance at the beginning of this section 1LDN5003 ...

Page 235: ... extreme care when moving the radiator cap ap a thick towel around it d turn it counterclockwise wly to the first stop Step k while the pressure is eased from the cooling sys m When you are sure all the ssure has been released ss down on the cap using hick towel and continue ning counterclockwise to move it Continued Continued Even if the engine is not oper ating do not remove the radi ator cap or...

Page 236: ...or methanol ant or mix them with the spec coolant ot use a solution that contains than 60 antifreeze or less 35 antifreeze which would ce the effectiveness of the ion oolant changed in accordance e maintenance schedule For mixture percentage refer to the following table 15 C 5 F 35 65 25 C 13 F 40 60 35 C 31 F 50 50 45 C 49 F 60 40 Ambient Temperature Mixture Percentage volume Coolant Solution Wat...

Page 237: ...prevent brake clutch ontamination If the level is low add fluid to the MAX level The level will fall with accumulated mileage This is a nor mal condition associated with the wear of the brake linings If the fluid level is excessively low have the brake system checked by an Authorized Kia Dealer Use only the specified brake clutch fluid Refer to Recommended Lubricants later in this section Never mi...

Page 238: ... oil such as engine oil in brake clutch system can age brake clutch system Checking the parking brake Check the stroke of the parking brake by counting the number of clicks heard while fully applying it from the released position Also the parking brake alone should securely hold the vehicle on a fairly steep grade If the stroke is more or less than specified have the parking brake adjusted by an A...

Page 239: ...7 17 Maintenance 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 king the compressor belt the drive belts checked in ance with the maintenance ule ...

Page 240: ...voir tank is empty n adding fluid be careful that does not get into the tank ittle fluid can make the steer wheel heavier or strange noise be generated use of the non specified fluid d reduce the effectiveness of power steering wheel and e damage to it nly the specified power steer d Refer to Recommended ants later in this section Power steering hose Check the connections for oil leaks severe dama...

Page 241: ...7 19 Maintenance 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 TICE measured value exceeds the rd value have the system d by an authorized Kia deal ...

Page 242: ...tick wipe it clean and rein it fully out the dipstick again and ck the fluid level CAUTION Low fluid level causes transaxle slippage Overfilling can cause foaming loss of fluid and transaxle malfunc tion The use of a non specified fluid could result in transaxle malfunction and failure WARNING Parking brake To avoid sudden movement of the vehicle apply parking brake and depress the brake pedal bef...

Page 243: ...nsaxle fluid and dis sh it from engine oil or eze The red dye which is not icator of fluid quality is not nent As the vehicle is driven utomatic transaxle fluid will o look darker The color may ally appear light brown ore have an Authorized Kia change the automatic xle fluid according to the uled Maintenance at the ing of this section ...

Page 244: ... coolant or freeze in the washer fluid ervoir diator coolant can severely scure visibility when ayed on the windshield may cause loss of vehicle trol or damage to paint body trim ndshield washer fluid nts contain some amounts lcohol and can be flamma under certain circum nces Do not allow sparks lame to contact the washer d or the washer fluid reser r Damage to the vehicle or occupants could occur...

Page 245: ...Maintenance 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 CAUTION not drive with the air clean emoved this will result in essive engine wear ving without an air cleaner ourages backfiring which uld cause a fire in the gine compartment ...

Page 246: ...s ed in the severely air polluted or on dusty rough roads for a eriods it should be inspected equently and replaced earlier you try to replace the air filter ner maintenance replace it ming the following procedure this case be careful to avoid ing other components ...

Page 247: ...es with a good r or mild detergent and rinse ghly with clean water TICE event damage to the wiper do not use gasoline ne paint thinner or other sol on or near them Windshield wiper blade replacement When the wipers no longer clean adequately the blades may be worn or cracked and require replacement NOTICE To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components do not attempt to move the wipers man...

Page 248: ...mpress the clip and slide the e assembly downward 3 Lift it off the arm 4 Install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal 1LDA5024 1LDA5025 ...

Page 249: ...t medical attention imme diately Wear eye protection when charging or work ing near a battery Always provide ventila tion when working in an enclosed space Continued Continued When lifting a plastic cased battery excessive pressure on the case may cause battery acid to leak resulting in per sonal injury Lift with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners Never attempt to charge the ...

Page 250: ...e was n use recharge it by slow ging trickle for 10 hours e battery gradually discharges use of high electric load while ehicle is being used recharge 20 30A for two hours Items to be reset after the battery has been discharged or the bat tery has been disconnected Clock See page 3 100 Climate control system See pages 4 49 Audio See the audio manual Sunroof See page 3 101 ...

Page 251: ...s and stop the engine The negative battery cable must be removed first and installed last when the battery is disconnected inued connect the battery charg n the following order n off the battery charger in switch hook the negative clamp m the negative battery ter nal hook the positive clamp m the positive battery ter nal ...

Page 252: ...ts from overheated tires Also low tire pressure can cause poor sealing of the tire bead If the tire pressure is excessively low wheel deformation and or tire sep aration is possible So keep your tire pressures at the proper levels If a tire frequently needs refilling have it checked by an Authorized Kia Dealer Continued 1LDN6001 WARNING re underinflation 70 kPa psi or more can lead to e heat build...

Page 253: ... for bumps or in the tread or side of tire e the tire if you find either of conditions Replace the tire you can see fabric or cord otation be sure to bring the nd rear tire pressures to spec n and check lug nut tightness o Section 8 Specifications Disc brake pads and rear brake shoes should be inspected for wear whenever tires are rotated NOTICE Rotate radial tires that have an asymmetric tread pa...

Page 254: ...nt egular size tire Wheel alignment and tire balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance In most cases you will not need to have your wheels aligned 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 v...

Page 255: ... ving on worn out tires is y hazardous and will uce braking effectiveness ering accuracy and trac n s best to replace all four s at the same time If that is possible or necessary n replace the two front or rear tires as a pair placing just one tire can iously affect your vehicle s ndling WARNING A wheel that is not the correct size may adversely affect wheel and bearing life braking and stopping a...

Page 256: ...d with impor ormation that you need if you ave to replace one The follow plains what the letters and rs in the wheel size designa ean Example wheel size designation 6 0 J x 15 6 0 Rim width in inches J Rim contour designation 15 Rim diameter in inches Tire speed ratings The chart below shows many of the different speed ratings currently being used for passenger car The speed rating symbol is part ...

Page 257: ... The traction grades from highest to lowest are A B and C The grades represent the tires ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C The grades repre sent the tire s resistance to the gener at...

Page 258: ...last four numbers of the ode DOT XXXX XXXX OOOO The first letters numbers of the DOT indicate the manufacturing plant tire size and tread pattern last four num bers indicate week and year manu factured For example DOT XXXX XXXX 0803 represents that the tire was produced in the 8th week of 2003 WARNING A tire more than 6 years old may cause separation of the cord layers inside the tire leading to l...

Page 259: ...tant 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 entering the engine and other mechanisms that could be damaged Engine oil viscosity thickness has an effect on fuel economy and cold weather operating starting and oil flow Lower viscosity engine oils can provide better fuel economy and cold weather perfor...

Page 260: ...mperature your vehicle will be d to select the recommended osity Numbers 10 20 30 40 50 0 60 80 100 120 10W 30 20 5W 30 ...

Page 261: ...n TICE t use strong soap chemical ents or hot water and do not he vehicle in direct sunlight or the body of the vehicle is CAUTION Water washing in the engine compartment may cause the failure of electrical circuits located in the engine compart ment Pay extreme attention to wash the engine compartment by using water WARNING After washing the vehicle test the brakes while driving slowly to see if ...

Page 262: ...amage to the pro ve coating and cause discol on or paint deterioration Finish damage repair Deep scratches or stone chips in the painted surface must be repaired promptly Exposed metal will quickly rust and may develop into a major repair expense NOTICE If your vehicle is damaged and requires any metal repair or replacement be sure the body shop applies anti corrosion materials to the parts repair...

Page 263: ...ater once a month ff road driving and at the end h winter Pay special attention e areas because it is difficult all the mud and dirt It will do harm than good to wet down ad grime without removing it wer edges of doors rocker and frame members have holes that should not be d to clog with dirt trapped n these areas can cause rust WARNING After washing the vehicle test the brakes while driving slowl...

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Page 265: ...soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpet Follow the instructions provided with the soap Do not bleach or re dye the webbing because this may weaken it Cleaning the interior window glass If the interior glass surfaces of the vehicle become fogged that is cov ered with an oily greasy or waxy film they should be cleaned with glass cleaner Follow the directions on the glass cleaner ...

Page 266: ...1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications 8 2 Specifications ...

Page 267: ...nformation only Please check with an authorized Kia dealer for more 5 Door 4 340 170 9 1 735 68 3 1 470 57 9 1 495 58 9 1 485 58 5 2 610 102 8 mm in weights attached to your vehicle ...

Page 268: ... 12V 60AH 20HR Alternator 13 5V 90A Starter 12V 1 2kW Gap 1 0 mm 1 1 mm Platinum coated PFR5N 11 RC10PYPB4 Iridium coated IFR5G 11 Spark Plug Spec Pressure Wheel lug nut torque psi kg m lb ft N m 30 9 11 65 79 88 107 30 9 11 65 79 88 107 60 9 11 65 79 88 107 Electrical system ...

Page 269: ...atic transaxle 7 8 l DIAMOND ATF SP III fluid 8 2 qt SK ATF SP III Power steering 0 8 l PSF III 0 8 qt Coolant 8 14 l Ethylene glycol base for 8 6 qt aluminum radiator Brake fluid 0 7 0 8 l FMVSS116 DOT 3 0 7 0 8 qt or DOT 4 Fuel 55 l Unleaded gasoline with 14 5 gal AKI 87 or higher Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the page 7 38 Door 55 60 28 8 27 28 8 27 17 LED 5 10 10 5 5 5 Watt...

Page 270: ...1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Index ...

Page 271: ...view 2 2 Fuel filler lid 3 84 Fuel requirements 5 2 Gauges 4 31 Hazard warning flasher 4 48 Hood 3 83 How to use this manual 1 2 If you have a flat tire 6 19 Ignition switch 4 2 Immobilizer system 3 7 Instrument cluster 4 30 Instrument panel overview 2 5 Interior care 7 43 Interior features 3 96 Interior lights 3 91 Interior overview 2 4 Keys 3 2 G F H I ...

Page 272: ...Seat 3 17 Special driving conditions 5 7 Specifications 8 2 Starting the engine 4 4 Steering wheel 4 19 Steering wheel 7 19 Storage compartment 3 93 Suggestions for economical operation 5 6 Sunroof 3 101 Theft alarm system 4 60 Tires and wheels 7 30 Towing 6 14 Traction control system 4 27 Trailer towing 5 11 Trunk 3 80 R S T ...

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