Kia Cerato 2021, Руководство пользователя

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Driving your vehicle Trailer Towing
tion mode engages, the gear posi
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tion indicator on the cluster blinks
with a chime sound.At this time, a
warning message will appear on the
LCD display and driving may not be
smooth. If you ignore this warning,
the driving condition may become
worse. To return to normal driving
conditions, stop the vehicle on a flat
road and apply the foot brake for a
few minutes before driving off.
WARNING
Parking brake
It can be dangerous to get out of
your vehicle if the parking brake is
not firmly set.
If you have left the engine running,
the vehicle can move suddenly. You
or others could be seriously or
fatally injured.
When you are ready to leave after
parking on a hill
1. With gear in P (Park), apply your
brakes and hold the brake pedal
down whilst you:
䳜 Start your engine;
䳜 Shift into gear; and
䳜 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.
Maintenance when trailer towing
Your vehicle will need service more
often when you regularly pull a
trailer. Important items to pay par
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ticular attention to include engine
oil, automatic transmission fluid,
axle lubricant and cooling system
fluid. Brake condition is another
important item to frequently check.
Each item is covered in this manual,
and the Index will help you find
them quickly. If you䳓re trailering, it is
a good idea to review these sections
before you start your trip.
Do not forget to also maintain your
trailer and hitch. Follow the mainte
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nance schedule that accompanied
your trailer and check it periodically.
Preferably, conduct the check at the
start of each day䳓s driving. Most
importantly, all hitch nuts and bolts
should be tight.
CAUTION
䳜 Due to higher load during trailer
usage, overheating might occur in
hot days or during uphill driving. If
the coolant gauge indicates over
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heating, switch off the air condi -
tioner and stop the vehicle in a
safe area to cool down the engine.
䳜 When towing check transmission
fluid more frequently.
䳜 If your vehicle is not equipped
with an air conditioner, you should
install a condenser fan to improve