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  • Page 1 Now that you are the owner of a Kia Vehicle, you’ll probably be asked a lot of questions about your vehicle and the company like “What is a Kia?,” “Who is Kia?,” “What does ‘Kia’ mean?” Here are some answers. First, Kia is the oldest car company in Korea.
  • Page 2 Thank you for choosing a Kia vehicle. The information and specifications provided in this man- ual were accurate at the time of printing. Kia reserves the When you require service, remember that your dealer right to discontinue or change specifications or design at knows your vehicle best.
  • Page 3 Introduction Your vehicle at a glance Knowing your vehicle Driving your vehicle Driving tips table of contents In case of an emergency Maintenance Specifications Index...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction How to use this manual / 1-2 Vehicle break-in process / 1-3...
  • Page 5 A NOTICE indicates a situation in with Kia vehicle. You should carefully tions. which damage to your vehicle could read and follow ALL procedures and result if the notice is ignored.
  • Page 6 Introduction VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS No special break-in period is need- ed. By following a few simple precau- tions for the first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to the perform- ance, economy and life of your vehi- cle. • Do not race the engine. •...

  • Page 7: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Your vehicle at a glance Exterior overview / 2-2 Interior overview / 2-3...
  • Page 8 Your vehicle at a glance EXTERIOR OVERVIEW 1. Hood 2. Headlights 3. Wiper 4. Door 5. Side gate/Rear gate 6. Tire 7. Window 8. Antenna 1PUB0001...
  • Page 9 Your vehicle at a glance INTERIOR OVERVIEW 1. Door lock/unlock button 2. Power window switches * 3. Brake/clutch fluid 4. Instrument cluster 5. Light control/Turn signals 6. Wiper/Washer 7. Glove box 8. Hood release lever 9. Headlight leveling device * 10.
  • Page 10 Keys / 3-2 Door locks / 3-3 Window / 3-6 Seat / 3-8 Knowing your vehicle Safety belts / 3-16 Hood / 3-30 Rear gate / 3-32 Side gate / 3-33 Fuel filler / 3-34 Mirrors / 3-35 Interior lights / 3-36 Storage compartment / 3-37 Interior features / 3-39 Antenna / 3-42...
  • Page 11 Knowing your vehicle KEYS CAUTION WARNING - Ignition key Use only Kia original parts for Leaving children unattended in the ignition key in your vehicle. a vehicle with the ignition key is If an aftermarket key is used, the dangerous even if the key is not ignition switch may not return in the ignition.
  • Page 12 Knowing your vehicle DOOR LOCKS ✽ ✽ NOTICE If the door is locked/unlocked multi- ple times in rapid succession with either the vehicle key or door lock button, the system may stop operat- ing temporarily in order to protect Lock the circuit and prevent damage to Unlock system components.
  • Page 13 Knowing your vehicle CAUTION • The doors should always be Unlock Lock 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 Lock Unlock when the vehicle stops or slows.
  • Page 14 Knowing your vehicle WARNING WARNING - Unattended children Leaving your vehicle unlocked can invite theft or possible harm enclosed vehicle to you or others from someone become extremely hot, causing hiding in your vehicle while you death or severe injury to unat- are gone.
  • Page 15 Knowing your vehicle WINDOWS Power windows (if equipped) CAUTION The ignition switch must be in the ON • Make sure heads and hands position for power windows to oper- are safely out of the way ate. Front doors have a power win- Open before closing a window.
  • Page 16 Knowing your vehicle Power window timer (if equipped) Driver’s door The power windows can be operated for approximately 30 seconds after the ignition key is removed or turned to the ACC or LOCK position. However, if the front doors are opened, the power windows cannot be operated even within the 30 sec- onds after the ignition key removal.
  • Page 17 Knowing your vehicle SEAT Front seat adjustment WARNING WARNING - Driver’s seat Adjust the seat before driving, and • Loose objects in the driver’s • Never attempt to adjust seat make sure the seat is locked secure- foot area could interfere with while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 18 Knowing your vehicle 2. Carefully lean back on the seat and adjust the seatback to the position you desire. 3. Release the lever and make sure the seatback is locked in place. (The lever MUST return to its orig- inal position for the seatback to lock.) 1PUA2020 1PUA2021...
  • Page 19 Knowing your vehicle Removal WARNING To remove the headrest, raise it as Driving or riding in a vehicle far as it can go then press the with a front seatback reclined release button while pulling upward. could lead to serious or fatal injury in an accident.
  • Page 20 Knowing your vehicle 1PUA2026 1PUA2025 Center seat CAUTION To use it by console box, push down When you fold the center seat- the release lever beside the seat and back, put the center safety belt fold the seatback forward. into the parking brake lever To use it by seat, push down the cover.
  • Page 21 Knowing your vehicle Rear seat adjustment (Continued) (for DOUBLE CAB model) • Objects carried on the folded- down seatback should not WARNING - Rear extend higher than the top of seatback the front seats. This could allow cargo to slide forward •...
  • Page 22 Knowing your vehicle B110B01HR HHR2050 HHR2051 Folding the rear seatback To return the seatback to its upright position, pull up the seatback until it The rear seatback folds forward to locks into position. provide additional cargo space. To unlock the seatback, pull up the seatback locking knobs on both sides and fold forward the seatback.
  • Page 23 Knowing your vehicle WARNING When you return the seat cush- ion to its original position, make sure the safety belts are in posi- tion to be accessible and to function properly. 1PUB2004 1CTA2046 Engine room access Front passenger’s seat To access the engine room under the Driver’s seat front passenger’s seat, To access the engine room behind...
  • Page 24 Knowing your vehicle WARNING - 2.5L Engine Never work on injection system with engine running or within 30 seconds after shutting engine. High-pressure pump, rail, injectors and high-pressure pipes are subject to high pres- sure even after the engine stopped. The fuel jet produced by fuel leaks may cause serious injury, if it touches the body.
  • Page 25 Knowing your vehicle SAFETY BELTS Safety belt restraint system We strongly recommend that the Since the inertial locks do not require driver and all passengers be proper- a collision in order to lock up, you ly restrained at all times by using the may become aware of the safety WARNING - Safety belts...
  • Page 26 A twisted or jammed safety belt cannot restrain you properly. If you cannot untwist or unjam the safety belt, have an authorized Kia dealer correct it immediate- ly. Never drive or ride with a twisted or jammed safety belt. 3 17...
  • Page 27 Knowing your vehicle (Continued) WARNING WARNING - Belt use - Safety belt • Wear the lap portion as low as care Safety belts must be used cor- possible. Be sure that the lap rectly to work properly in an • A damaged belt may not give belt fits snugly around the accident.
  • Page 28 Knowing your vehicle CAUTION Never close the doors on any part of the lap or shoulder belt. It can damage the safety belt or buckle which could increase the risk of injury in case of an acci- dent. 1PUA2025 1GQA2083 Safety belt warning light CAUTION As a reminder to the driver and pas-...
  • Page 29 Knowing your vehicle 1GHA2262 1GHA2263 1GHA2264 Lap/shoulder belt 3. Insert the tongue plate ( ➀ ) into the 4. Position the lap portion ( ➀ ) of the open end of the buckle ( ➁ ) until an belt across your lap as LOW ON To fasten the front lap/shoulder audible “click”...
  • Page 30 If you cannot untwist or unjam upright position while the the safety belt, see the nearest vehicle is in motion. The safe- Kia dealer immediately. ty belt system will provide the • Never use a single belt to most protection with the seat- restrain more than one person backs in an upright position.
  • Page 31 Knowing your vehicle ➀ ➁ Lengthen 1PUA2090 1GHA2265 1CTA2048 Rear seat safety belt Lap belt (if equipped) 2. Insert the tongue plate ( ➀ ) into the (for DOUBLE CAB model) open end of the buckle ( ➁ ) until an To fasten the lap belt: audible “click”...
  • Page 32 Knowing your vehicle Too high Adjust to a snug fit Keep as low on hip bone as possible ➀ 1CTA2049 1CTA2050 1CTA2051 3. Grasp the free portion of the belt 4. Make sure that the belt is placed To unfasten the lap belt: webbing and pull until the belt is as LOW ON THE HIPS as possi- Press the release button (...
  • Page 33 Knowing your vehicle Proper use and care of the • To clean the belt webbing, use a Restraint of pregnant women mild soap solution recommended safety belt system Pregnant women should wear for cleaning upholstery or carpets. lap/shoulder belt assemblies when- To ensure that the safety belts pro- Follow the instructions provided ever possible according to specific...
  • Page 34 Knowing your vehicle Restraint of infants and small Many companies manufacture child WARNING - Children on restraint systems (often called child children laps seats) for infants and small children. To increase their safety, infants and An acceptable child restraint system Never hold a child on your lap or young children should always be must always satisfy the Safety...
  • Page 35 Knowing your vehicle Restraint of larger children Installation on the rear seats WARNING - Shoulder As children grow, they may need to belts on small children WARNING use new child-restraint systems, • Never allow a shoulder belt to including larger child seats or boost- •...
  • Page 36 Knowing your vehicle E2MS103005 E2BLD310 MMSA3030 3. Route lap/shoulder belt 4. Buckle the seat belt and allow the Installing a child restraint system by through the restraint according to seat belt to take up any slack. After lap/shoulder belt (on the outboard the seat manufacturer’s instruc- installation of the child restraint rear seat)
  • Page 37 Knowing your vehicle If you need to tighten the belt, pull Child seat restraint suitability for seat position using the seat belt - more webbing toward the retractor. For Europe When you unbuckle the seat belt and Use child safety seats that have been officially approved and are appropriate allow it to retract, the retractor will for your children.
  • Page 38 Knowing your vehicle 3. Route the lap belt through the restraint according to the seat manufacturer’s instructions. 4. Buckle the seat belt and adjust the lap belt for a snug hold on the child restraint by pulling on the loose end of the belt.
  • Page 39 Knowing your vehicle HOOD 1PUA2014 1PUA2015 1PUA2016 Opening the hood: 2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise 3. Lift the hood and hold it open with the hood slightly, pull the second- the support rod by inserting the 1.
  • Page 40 Knowing your vehicle Closing the hood 1. Before closing the hood, check the following: • All filler caps in the under hood area must be correctly installed. • Jack must be secured in its retainer to prevent it from rattling (for 1Ton only).
  • Page 41 Knowing your vehicle REAR GATE Closing the rear gate Lift the rear gate up and lock the rear gate handle in place. Make sure the rear gate is properly locked before driving. 1PUB2005 1PUA2019 Opening the rear gate WARNING 1. Lift up the rear gate handle, push •...
  • Page 42 Knowing your vehicle SIDE GATE Closing the side gate 1. Lift the side gate up and lock the side gate handle in place. 2. Push the knob down to lock the side gates. WARNING When locking the side gate han- dle, be careful not to get your fingers into the chink in the han- 1PUB2006...
  • Page 43 • If the fuel filler cap requires condition stops before com- replacement, use only a genuine pletely removing the cap. Kia cap or the equivalent specified for your vehicle. An incorrect fuel • Fuel vapor is very hazardous filler cap can result in a serious and can explode.
  • Page 44 Knowing your vehicle MIRRORS Outside rearview mirror CAUTION Be sure to adjust mirror angles • The outside rearview mirror is before driving. convex. Objects seen in the Your vehicle is equipped with both mirror are closer than they left-hand and right-hand outside appear.
  • Page 45 Knowing your vehicle INTERIOR LIGHTS Day/Night lever Night 1PUA2036 1PUB2007 1PUA2056 - The light turns on and Day/Night rearview mirror ➀ Folding the outside rearview stays on even when the (if equipped) mirror doors are all closed. To fold outside rearview mirror, grasp Make this adjustment before you ➁...
  • Page 46 Knowing your vehicle STORAGE COMPARTMENT These compartments can be used to CAUTION store small items required by the driver or passengers. To reduce the risk of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop, always keep the glove box ✽...
  • Page 47 Knowing your vehicle WARNING Do not keep sharp-pointed objects in the net pocket. These can be thrown forward during a sudden stop or on uphill slope. A driver or passengers could be severely injured. 1PUB2009 1PUA2078 Center seatback console tray Net pocket (if equipped) The tray is used for storing cassette It can be used for storing documents...
  • Page 48 ✽ ✽ NOTICE • Do not hold the lighter in after it is already heated because it will overheat. • Only a genuine Kia lighter should be used in the cigarette lighter socket. The use of plug-in acces- sories (shavers, hand-held vacu-...
  • Page 49 Knowing your vehicle WARNING 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.
  • Page 50 Knowing your vehicle • HOUR: Turn the knob to the left (H), will advance the time displayed by one hour. • MINUTE: Turn the knob to the right (M), will advance the time displayed by one minute. • RESET: To clear away minutes, press the knob with your finger.
  • Page 51 Knowing your vehicle ANTENNA EXTERIOR TOOL BOX (FOR 1.4 TON ONLY) ✽ ✽ NOTICE (IF EQUIPPED) • If the antenna is dirty, be sure to clean it in order to avoid an oper- ation malfunction. • Before entering an automatic car wash or a place with a low height clearance, be sure that the anten- na is fully retracted.

  • Page 52: Table Of Contents

    Ignition switch / 4-2 Starting the engine / 4-4 Manual transmission / 4-7 Limited slip differential / 4-8 Brake system / 4-8 Steering wheel / 4-13 Instrument cluster / 4-16 Driving your vehicle Gauges / 4-18 Warnings and indicators / 4-21 Lighting / 4-27 Wipers and washers / 4-31 Defroster - for middle east / 4-33...

  • Page 53: Ignition Switch

    Driving your vehicle IGNITION SWITCH ACC (Accessory) START The steering wheel is unlocked and Turn the ignition key to the START electrical accessories are operative. position to start the engine. The engine will crank until you release the key; then it returns to the ON position.
  • Page 54 Driving your vehicle (Continued) WARNING - Ignition key • Never reach for the ignition • Never turn the ignition switch switch, or any other controls to LOCK or ACC while the through the steering wheel vehicle is moving. This would while the vehicle is in motion.

  • Page 55: Starting The Engine

    2. Manual Transmission - Depress checked immediately by an the clutch pedal fully and shift the Authorized Kia Dealer. transmission into the Neutral. Keep the clutch pedal depressed while cranking the engine. 3. Turn the ignition switch ON posi- tion to pre-heat the engine.
  • Page 56 Driving your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE ✽ ✽ NOTICE Whether the engine is warm or cold, If you drive with turning the warm- it should be started without first up switch ON, the fuel consumption depressing the accelerator pedal. will be increased excessively. Also, However, if the engine is unusually this could the failure of engine.
  • Page 57 Driving your vehicle Starting and stopping the Driving Condition Required Idle Time engine for turbo charger Normal driving Not necessary intercooler (for 2.5L engine High speed Up to 80 km/h About 20 seconds only) driving Up to 100 km/h About 1 minute 1.

  • Page 58: Manual Transmission

    Driving your vehicle MANUAL TRANSMISSION ✽ ✽ NOTICE Downshifting When you must slow down in heavy To avoid premature clutch wear and traffic or while driving up steep hills, damage, do not drive with your foot downshift before the engine starts to resting on the clutch pedal.

  • Page 59: Limited Slip Differential

    Driving your vehicle LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL (IF EQUIPPED) BRAKE SYSTEM A limited slip differential, if equipped, Power brakes WARNING is for the rear wheel differential only. Your vehicle has power-assisted The features of this limited slip differ- To avoid injury, never run the brakes that adjust automatically ential are described below;...
  • Page 60 Driving your vehicle In the event of brake failure (Continued) WARNING - Brakes If service brakes fail to operate while • Wet brakes may result in the • Do not drive with your foot the vehicle is in motion, you can vehicle not slowing down at resting on the brake pedal.
  • Page 61 Driving your vehicle Disc brakes wear indicator ✽ ✽ NOTICE Rear drum brakes To avoid costly brake repairs, do not Your vehicle has front disc brakes. Your rear drum brakes do not have continue to drive with worn brake wear indicators. Therefore, have the When your front brake pads are worn pads.
  • Page 62 Driving your vehicle WARNING - Parking brake • To prevent unintentional movement when stopped and leaving the vehicle, do 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).
  • Page 63 Driving your vehicle If the brake warning light remains on Parking on curbed streets after the parking brake is released, • When parking your vehicle on an there may be a malfunction in the uphill grade, park as close to the brake system.

  • Page 64: Steering Wheel

    RPM reaches 1,500 rpm steering checked by an Authorized effort will greatly increase. then release or let the engine idle for Kia Dealer. two or three minutes to warm up the fluid. 4 13...
  • Page 65 Driving your vehicle Tilt steering (if equipped) WARNING A tilt steering wheel allows you to • Never adjust the angle of adjust the steering wheel before you steering wheel while driving. drive.You can also raise it to the You may lose your steering highest level to give your legs more control and cause severe per- room when you exit and enter the...
  • Page 66 Driving your vehicle CAUTION • To sound the horn, press the area indicated by the horn symbol your steering wheel (see illustration). The horn will operate only when this area is pressed. • Do not strike the horn severely to operate it, or hit it with your fist.

  • Page 67: Instrument Cluster

    Driving your vehicle INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Without tachometer Type A Type B Type C 1. Engine temperature gauge 4. Speedometer 7. Tripmeter mode/reset button 2. Turn signal indicators 5. Fuel gauge 8. Odometer / Tripmeter 3. Headlight high beam indicator 6. Warning and indicator lights 1PUB2012...

  • Page 68: Driving Your Vehicle

    Driving your vehicle With tachometer Type A Type B Type C 1. Engine temperature gauge 4. Speedometer 7. Tripmeter mode/reset button 2. Turn signal indicators 5. Fuel gauge 8. Odometer / Tripmeter 3. Headlight high beam indicator 6. Warning and indicator lights 9.

  • Page 69: Gauges

    Driving your vehicle GAUGES 1PUB2014 1PUA2037A 1PUB2015 Speedometer Odometer/Tripmeter Odometer The odometer indicates the total dis- The speedometer indicates the for- You can choose the odometer, trip- tance the vehicle has been driven. ward speed of the vehicle. meter A and tripmeter B by pressing the tripmeter mode button.
  • Page 70 Driving your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Do not operate the engine within the tachometer's red zone. This may cause severe engine dam- age. 1PUB2016 1PUB2017 Tripmeter Tachometer (if equipped) TRIP A: Tripmeter A tachometer indicates approximate number of engine revo- TRIP B: Tripmeter B lutions per minute (rpm).
  • Page 71 Driving your vehicle Without tachometer Without tachometer With tachometer With tachometer 1PUB2018 1PUB2019 Engine temperature gauge Fuel gauge This gauge shows the temperature The fuel gauge indicates the approx- of the engine coolant when the igni- imate amount of fuel remaining in the tion switch is ON.

  • Page 72: Warnings And Indicators

    The fuel warning light will stay on an Authorized Kia Dealer. electrical charging system. Have if the fuel level is low. an Authorized Kia Dealer correct the problem as soon as possible. ✽ ✽ NOTICE If the engine is not stopped immedi- ately, severe damage could result.
  • Page 73 6 seconds. If the system 3. Do not drive the vehicle if leaks does not operate as described, see are found, the warning light an Authorized Kia Dealer for assis- remains on or the brakes do not tance. operate properly. Have it towed to...
  • Page 74 This indicator illuminates when the ized Kia dealer. headlights are on and in the high beam position or when the turn sig- nal lever is pulled into the Flash-to- WARNING Pass position.
  • Page 75 OFF, potential catalytic con- ing, but have the system checked by verter damage is possible authorized Kia dealer. an Authorized Kia Dealer as soon as which could result in loss of possible. engine power. Have the Engine Control System inspected as...
  • Page 76 4H or 4L position. warmed up or while driving, check the system by an Authorized Kia Dealer or other competent repair shop as soon as possible. 4 25...
  • Page 77 Driving your vehicle Safety belt warning chime Parking start warning sound (if equipped) (if equipped) If the driver's seat belt is not fastened If the vehicle driven at 10km/h when the ignition key is turned “ON” (6mph) for more 2~3 than seconds, or if it is disconnected after the key is the warning chime will sound contin- ON, the safety belt warning chime...

  • Page 78: Lighting

    Driving your vehicle LIGHTING Battery saver function Taillight position ( (if equipped) When the light switch is in the taillight position (1st position), the tail, posi- • The purpose of this feature is to tion, license and instrument panel prevent the battery from being dis- lights are on.
  • Page 79 Driving your vehicle Right Left 1PUA2050 1PUA2051 1PUA2049 High - beam operation Flashing headlights Turn signals To flash the headlights, pull the lever To turn on the high beam headlights, The ignition switch must be on for the towards you. It will return to the nor- push the lever away from you.
  • Page 80 Driving your vehicle Lane change signals To signal a lane change, move the turn signal lever slightly and hold it in position. The lever will return to the OFF position when released. If an indicator stays on and does not flash or if it flashes abnormally, one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out and will require replace-...
  • Page 81 Driving your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Daytime running light (if equipped) When in operation, the fog lights consume large amounts of vehicle Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can electrical power. Only use the fog make it easier for others to see the lights when visibility is poor or front of your vehicle during the day.

  • Page 82: Wipers And Washers

    Driving your vehicle WIPERS AND WASHERS : For a single wiping cycle, push the lever forward and release it with the lever in the OFF posi- tion. The wipers will operate continuously if the lever is pushed upward and held. OFF : Wiper is not in operation INT : Wiper operates intermittently at the same wiping intervals.
  • Page 83 Driving your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE If the washer does not work, check the washer fluid level. If the fluid level • To prevent possible damage to the is not sufficient, you will need to add wipers or windshield, do not oper- appropriate non-abrasive windshield ate the wipers when the wind- washer fluid to the washer reservoir.

  • Page 84: Defroster - For Middle East

    Driving your vehicle DEFROSTER - FOR MIDDLE EAST (IF EQUIPPED) HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The rear window defroster automati- cally turns off after 20 minutes or when the ignition switch is turned off. To turn off the defroster, press the rear window defroster button again. ✽...

  • Page 85: Climate Control System

    Driving your vehicle CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Mode selection knob 2. Fan speed control knob 3. Temperature control knob 4. Air intake control button 5. Air conditioning button (if equipped) 1PUA2063...
  • Page 86 Driving your vehicle 1PUA2067 1PUA2065 Fan speed control knob Temperature control knob Four (4) adjustable fan speeds are The temperature control knob allows provided which increase as the num- you to control the temperature of the ber increases. The ignition switch air flowing from the ventilation sys- must be in the ON position for fan tem.
  • Page 87 Driving your vehicle Face position Air flow is directed toward the upper body and face. Additionally, each outlet can be controlled to direct the air discharged from the outlet. (outlet port: Face - floor position Air flow is directed towards the face and the floor.
  • Page 88 Driving your vehicle Floor position Defrost position Most of the air flow is Most of the air flow is directed to the floor, with a directed to the windshield small amount of the air with a small amount of air being directed to the wind- directed to the side win- shield and side window...
  • Page 89 Driving your vehicle Recirculated air position Outside (fresh) air position ✽ ✽ NOTICE The indicator light on the The indicator light on the It should be noted that prolonged button is illuminated when button is not illuminated operation of the heating in recircu- the recirculated air posi- when the outside (fresh) lated air position will cause fogging...
  • Page 90 Driving your vehicle WARNING • Continued climate control system operation in the recir- culated air position may allow humidity to increase inside vehicle which may fog the glass and obscure visibility. • Do not sleep in a vehicle with air conditioning or heating system on.
  • Page 91 System operation Heating Air conditioning (if equipped) 1. Set the mode to the position. All Kia Air Conditioning Systems are Ventilation filled with environmentally friendly 2. Set the air intake control to the 1. Set the mode to the position.
  • Page 92 Driving your vehicle • If warmer air is desired at floor ✽ ✽ NOTICE Air conditioning system level for bi-level operation, set the operation tips • When using the air conditioning mode to the position and system, monitor the temperature •...
  • Page 93 Therefore, if abnormal operation is compressor off if engine coolant found, have the system inspected by temperature approaches an over an authorized Kia dealer. heating level. The air conditioning compressor operation will resume once engine coolant temperature returns to the normal range. Also,...
  • Page 94 The air conditioning system used. Otherwise, damage to the should be serviced by an compressor and abnormal system authorized Kia dealer. Improper operation may occur. service may cause serious injury. 4 43...
  • Page 95 Driving your vehicle CAUTION Do not use the posi- tion during cooling operation in extremely humid weather. The difference between the tempera- ➀ ➁ ➀ ➁ ture of the outside air and that ➂ ➃ ➂ ➃ of the windshield could cause the outer surface of the wind- shield to fog up, causing loss of visibility.
  • Page 96 Driving your vehicle • For maximum defrosting, set the Defogging logic temperature control to the extreme To reduce the probability of fogging right/hot position and the fan speed up the inside of the windshield, the control to the highest speed. air intake control is set to the outside •...
  • Page 97 Driving your vehicle Then the indicator light in the air intake control button will blink 3 times with 0.5 second of interval. It indi- cates that the defogging logic is can- celed or returned to the programmed status. If the battery has been discharged or disconnected, it is reset as the defog logic status.
  • Page 98 Driving your vehicle FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) (IF EQUIPPED) Transfer lever position WARNING ✽ ✽ NOTICE When shifting the transfer lever • Do not select 4WD mode on flat into the 4WD positions (4H and and normal roads. 4L), make sure the lever is fully •...
  • Page 99 Driving your vehicle 2H (Two-wheel drive high speed) 4L (Four-wheel drive low speed) : maximum speed 40km/h This mode is used, when driving on normal roads and highway. Use 4L for climbing or descending hills, off-roads driving and towing the vehicle, especially when increased 4H (Four-wheel drive high speed) : power is required.
  • Page 100 Driving your vehicle Transfer lever operation For safe four-wheel drive 2H ⇔ ⇔ 4L, 4H ⇔ ⇔ 4L ■ ■ operation 1. Stop the vehicle. 2H ⇔ ⇔ 4H ■ ■ 2. Depress the clutch pedal fully and • Your vehicle allows you to drive in Shift the transfer lever from the 2H shift the transfer lever.
  • Page 101 Driving your vehicle • You must learn how to corner in a WARNING WARNING - Steep hills - Turning 4WD vehicle as soon as possible. Do not rely on your experience in corners Driving across the contour of conventional 2WD vehicles in steep hills can be extremely Reduce speed when you turn choosing a safe cornering speed.
  • Page 102 Driving your vehicle • Always hold the steering wheel CAUTION CAUTION firmly when you are driving off- Do not grab inside of the steer- road. If you are driving in heavy wind, ing wheel when you are driving the vehicle’s higher center of •...
  • Page 103 Emission control system / 5-2 Before driving / 5-4 Suggestions for economical operation / 5-5 Special driving conditions / 5-6 Trailer towing / 5-11 Overloading / 5-19 Label information / 5-20 Driving tips...
  • Page 104 Follow the instructions This vehicle should not be modified. needed) to draw outside air into the following to avoid CO poison- Modification of your Kia could affect vehicle. ing. its performance, safety or durability • Never sit in a parked or stopped and may even violate governmental •...
  • Page 105 • Use diesel only. adjustments must be made by an • Avoid driving with a very low fuel authorized Kia dealer. level. Running out of diesel may cause the engine to stop and result in damage to the catalytic convert-...
  • Page 106 Driving tips BEFORE DRIVING Before entering vehicle: Before starting WARNING - Driving under • Be sure that all windows, outside • Close and lock all doors. the influence of alcohol or mirror(s), and outside lights are • Position the seat so that all con- drugs clean.
  • Page 107 Driving tips SUGGESTIONS FOR ECONOMICAL OPERATION Your vehicle's fuel economy depends • Do not use the air conditioner • Open windows at high speeds can mainly on your style of driving, where unnecessarily. reduce fuel economy. you drive and when you drive. •...
  • Page 108 Driving tips SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS Hazardous driving conditions Rocking the vehicle WARNING - Spinning tires When hazardous driving conditions If it is necessary to rock the vehicle Do not spin the wheels, espe- are encountered such as water, to free it from snow, sand, or mud, cially at speeds more than 56 snow, ice, mud, sand, or similar haz- first turn the steering wheel right and...
  • Page 109 Driving tips Driving at night Driving in the rain • Driving too fast through large pud- dles can affect your brakes. If you Because night driving presents more Rain and wet roads can make driving must go through puddles, try to hazards than driving in the daylight, dangerous, especially if you’re not drive through them slowly.
  • Page 110 Winter driving • Use antifreeze-formulated wind- Snow tires shield washer fluid. (Do not use If you mount snow tires on your Kia, • We recommend that you carry engine coolant antifreeze.) make sure they are radial tires of the emergency equipment, including •...
  • Page 111 Driving tips Tire chains ✽ ✽ NOTICE WARNING - Snow tire Since the sidewalls of radial tires are • Make sure the snow chains are the size thinner, they can be damaged by correct size and type for your Snow tires should be equivalent mounting some types of snow chains tires.
  • Page 112 Driving tips Driving in flooded areas Chain installation WARNING - Tire chains When installing chains, follow the Avoid driving through flooded areas • The chains manufacturer's instructions unless you are sure the water is no adversely affect vehicle han- mount them as tightly as you can. higher than the bottom of the wheel dling.
  • Page 113 Driving tips TRAILER TOWING - FOR EUROPE ONLY (FOR 1 TON ONLY) Engine WARNING - Towing a 2.5L Engine 2.7L Engine Item trailer If you don't use the correct Maximum Without brake 700 (1,543) 700 (1,543) equipment and drive properly, trailer System you can lose control when you...
  • Page 114 Driving tips Your vehicle can tow a trailer. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that appears later in this section. 4.4WL Remember that trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself.
  • Page 115 Driving tips Load-pulling components such as If you do decide to pull a trailer Weight of the trailer the engine, transmission, wheel How heavy can a trailer safely be? It Here are some important points if assemblies, and tires are forced to should never weigh more than the you decide to pull a trailer: work harder against the load of the...
  • Page 116 Driving tips Hitches Weight of the trailer tongue WARNING The tongue load of any trailer is an It's important to have the correct • Never load a trailer with more important weight measure hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large weight in the rear than in the because it affects the total gross trucks going by, and rough roads are front.
  • Page 117 Driving tips Safety chains Trailer brakes Driving with a trailer You should always attach chains If your trailer weighs more than 700 Towing a trailer requires a certain between your vehicle and your trail- kg (1,543 lbs.) loaded, then it needs amount of experience.
  • Page 118 Driving tips Following distance Backing up Turn signals when towing a trailer Stay at least twice as far behind the Hold the bottom of the steering When you tow a trailer, your vehicle vehicle ahead as you would when wheel with one hand. Then, to move has to have a different turn signal driving your vehicle without a trailer.
  • Page 119 (in excess of 6%) pay close wiring harness. steep downgrade. If you don’t shift attention to the engine coolant Your Authorized Kia Dealer can down, you might have to use your temperature gauge to ensure the assist you in installing the wiring har- brakes so much that they would get engine does not overheat.
  • Page 120 Driving tips Parking on hills However, if you ever have to park When you are ready to leave after your trailer on a hill, here’s how to do parking on a hill Generally, you should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a 1.
  • Page 121 Driving tips OVERLOADING ✽ ✽ NOTICE Maintenance when trailer tow- CAUTION • Due to higher load during trailer The gross axle weight rating usage, overheating might occur in Your vehicle will need service more (GAWR) and the gross vehicle hot days or during uphill driving. often when you regularly pull a trail- weight rating (GVWR) for your If the coolant gauge indicates...
  • Page 122 Driving tips LABEL INFORMATION There are several important labels 2.5L (if equipped) and identification numbers located on your vehicle. The label locations are identified in the illustrations shown. 1PUA6003 2.7L / 3.0L 1PUB5001P Vehicle identification number (VIN) 1PUA6003A Engine number 1PUB5002 Identification label (if equipped)
  • Page 123 Road warning / 6-2 Overheating / 6-3 Emergency starting / 6-4 Electrical circuit protection / 6-7 Towing / 6-12 If you have a flat tire / 6-17 Emergency commodity / 6-26 In case of an emergency...

  • Page 124: Road Warning

    In case of an emergency ROAD WARNING Depress the flasher switch with the ignition switch in any position. The flasher switch is located in the center console switch panel. All turn signal lights will flash simultaneously. • The hazard warning flasher oper- ates whether your vehicle is run- ning or not.

  • Page 125: Overheating

    (Neutral) and apply the parking radiator hoses and connections, have the cooling system checked brake. heater hoses and connections, and repaired by an Authorized Kia 2. Make sure the air conditioner is radiator, and water pump. If you Dealer. off.

  • Page 126: Emergency Starting

    In case of an emergency EMERGENCY STARTING Jump starting ✽ ✽ NOTICE WARNING - Battery Use only a 12-volt jumper system. Jump starting can be dangerous if • Keep all flames or sparks You can damage a 12-volt starting done incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid away from the battery.
  • Page 127 First connect one your vehicle checked Connecting jumper cables end of a jumper cable to the posi- Authorized Kia Dealer. tive terminal of the discharged bat- Connect cables in numerical order tery ( ➀ ), then connect the other and disconnect in reverse order.
  • Page 128 In case of an emergency Push-starting CAUTION Your manual transmission-equipped Never tow a vehicle to start it vehicle should not be push-started because the sudden surge for- because it might damage the emis- ward when the engine starts sion control system. could cause a collision with the Follow the directions in this section tow vehicle.

  • Page 129: Electrical Circuit Protection

    Avoid the appropriate circuit fuse. If a fuse using the system involved and imme- has blown, the element inside the diately consult an Authorized Kia fuse will be melted. Dealer. Normal Blown...
  • Page 130 Spare fuses are provided in the fuse panel. 4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. If it fits loosely, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer.
  • Page 131 In case of an emergency ✽ ✽ NOTICE The main fuse box is located Main fuse between front tire and rear tire on driver side. Screws 1PUA4006 Main fuse If the MAIN (100A) fuse is blown, it must be removed as follows: 1.
  • Page 132 In case of an emergency Fuse panel description Inside the fuse box covers, you can find the fuse label describing fuse name and capacity. Driver-side knee bolster Main fuse box Fuse rating Fuse rating Description Protected component Description Protected component 2.7L / 2.7L / 2.5L...
  • Page 133 In case of an emergency 1. Turn off the engine. ✽ ✽ NOTICE 2. Turn off the headlights and tail • If the memory fuse is pulled up lights. from the fuse panel, the warning chime, audio, clock and intetrior 3.

  • Page 134: Towing

    1BW4020 1TUA4026 If emergency towing is necessary, we recommend having it done by an authorized Kia dealer or a commer- cial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing procedures are neces- sary to prevent damage to the vehi- 2GHA4107 cle.
  • Page 135 “2H” position. Towing with a vehicle other than a tow truck If towing is necessary, we recom- mend you to have it done by an Authorized Kia dealer or a commer- cial tow truck service. 6 13...
  • Page 136 In case of an emergency Towing in this manner may be done ✽ ✽ NOTICE • Before emergency towing, check only on hard-surfaced roads for a that the hook is not broken or dam- • Attach a towing strap to the tow short distance and at low speeds.
  • Page 137 25km (16 miles). If the tinue the towing. Contact an wide) in the middle of the strap for drive shaft cannot be removed, stop Authorized Kia dealer or a easy visibility. every 25km (16 miles) and start the commercial tow truck service •...
  • Page 138 In case of an emergency • Press the brake pedal with more Tips for towing a stuck vehicle force than normal since you will The following methods are effective have reduced brake performance. when your vehicle is stuck in mud, •...

  • Page 139: If You Have A Flat Tire

    In case of an emergency IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE Storing the jack and tools 1 Ton 1 Ton ■ ■ for 1 Ton only ■ ■ Tool bag The jack is stored in the hood area and other tools are in the tool bag. for 1.4 Ton only ■...
  • Page 140 In case of an emergency Removing the spare tire 1 Ton 1 Ton ■ ■ 1. Insert the wheel nut wrench to the spare tire carrier and insert the wrench lever to the wheel nut wrench (for 1 Ton only). Insert the crank lever to the spare tire carrier (for 1.4 Ton only).
  • Page 141 In case of an emergency Reinstalling the spare tire Changing tires WARNING - Changing Jacking instructions 1. To reinstall the spare tire, build the tires spare tire as illustration and pull The jack is provided for emergency • Never attempt vehicle repairs tire changing only.
  • Page 142 In case of an emergency (Continued) • The vehicle can easily roll off 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. •...
  • Page 143 In case of an emergency Front (1 Ton) 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. •...
  • Page 144 In case of an emergency Rear (1 Ton) WARNING - Jack location To reduce the possibility of injury, be sure to use only the jack provided with the vehicle and in the correct jack position; never use any other part of the vehicle for jack support.
  • Page 145 In case of an emergency ✽ ✽ NOTICE CAUTION If the valve is loosened by turning it This jack is hydraulic, and the 2 or more times in the counterclock- ram is a two-stage type. When wise direction, the jack’s oil will leak both rams are raised and the and the jack cannot be used.
  • Page 146 In case of an emergency Tightening torque Front Rear Item kg·m (Ib·ft, N·m) kg·m (Ib·ft, N·m) Standard cab 9~12 19~22 King cab (65~87, 88~118) (137~159, 186~216) 2WD Double cab 19~22 19~22 High deck 1 Ton (137~159, 186~216) (137~159, 186~216) Standard cab 1PUA4015 19~22 19~22...
  • Page 147 Be sure to the spare tire. Adjust it to the use extreme care in checking specified pressure, if necessary. for thread style before installing Refer to Section 8, Specifications. aftermarket lug nuts or wheels. doubt, consult Authorized Kia Dealer. 6 25...
  • Page 148 In case of an emergency EMERGENCY COMMODITY - FOR MIDDLE EAST (IF EQUIPPED) There are some emergency com- Fire extinguisher First aid kit modities in the vehicle to help you The fire extinguisher is located There are some items such as scis- respond to the emergency situation.
  • Page 149 In case of an emergency Tire pressure gauge To check the tire pressure, take the following steps; (if equipped) 1.Unscrew the inflation valve cap Tires normally lose some air in day- that is located on the rim of the tire. to-day use, and you may have to add a few pounds of air periodically and it 2.Press and hold the gauge against...

  • Page 150: Maintenance

    Maintenance services / 7-3 Normal maintenance schedule / 7-5 Maintenance under severe usage conditions / 7-8 Owner maintenance / 7-10 Engine compartment / 7-13 Engine oil and oil filter / 7-15 Engine cooling system / 7-19 Brakes and clutch / 7-22 Parking brake / 7-23 Drive belts / 7-24 Power steering / 7-25...
  • Page 151 Bulb replacement / 7-44 Lubricant specifications / 7-50 Exterior care / 7-52 Interior care / 7-56 Maintenance...
  • Page 152 Kia dealer. your vehicle, we strongly recom- An authorized Kia dealer meets Kia's mend that you have an Authorized You should retain documents that high service quality standards and Kia Dealer perform this work.
  • Page 153 Maintenance Scheduled maintenance serv- If your vehicle is operated under the above conditions, should inspect, replace or refill more fre- Follow Normal Maintenance quently than the following Normal Schedule if the vehicle is usually Maintenance Schedule. After 54 operated where none of the following month or 90,000 km (54,000 miles) conditions apply.
  • Page 154 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Months Miles×1,000 MAINTENANCE Km×1,000 ITEM Drive belts 2.5L For Europe Replace every 7,500 km (4,500 miles) or 6 months Engine Except Europe Replace every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6 months Engine oil and Replace every 15,000 km (9,500 miles) or 6 months 2.7L...
  • Page 155 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (cont.) Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Months Miles×1,000 MAINTENANCE Km×1,000 ITEM Inspect “Coolant level adjustment and leak” every day Cooling system Inspect “Water pump” when replacing the drive belt or timimg belt At first, replace at 100,000 km (62,500 miles) or 60 months;...
  • Page 156 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (cont.) Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Months Miles×1,000 MAINTENANCE Km×1,000 ITEM Steering gear rack, linkage and boots Drive shaft and boots Tire (pressure & tread wear) Front suspension ball joints Leaf spring U-bolt (if equipped) Bolt and nuts on chassis and body...
  • Page 157 Maintenance MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars mainly used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals. R : Replace I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace Maintenance MAINTENANCE ITEM Maintenance intervals...
  • Page 158 Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance intervals MAINTENANCE ITEM Driving condition operation Inspect more frequently depending on Disc brakes and pads, calipers and rotors C, D, E, G, H the condition Inspect more frequently depending on Drum brakes and linings C, D, E, G, H the condition Inspect more frequently depending on Parking brake...
  • Page 159 • Check coolant level in coolant exhaust fumes in the vehicle. formed owner reservoir. Authorized Kia Dealer at the fre- • Check for vibrations in the steering quencies indicated to help ensure wheel. Notice any increased steer- WARNING safe, dependable operation of your...
  • Page 160 Maintenance At least monthly: At least twice a year At least once a year : (i.e., every Spring and Fall) : • Check coolant level in the coolant • Clean body and door drain holes. recovery reservoir. • Check radiator, heater and air con- •...
  • Page 161 As explained earlier in this section, maintenance procedures. If several procedures can be done only you lack sufficient knowledge by an Authorized Kia Dealer with and experience or the proper special tools. tools and equipment to do the work, have it done by an ✽...
  • Page 162 Maintenance ENGINE COMPARTMENT ■ ■ 2.5L Engine Passenger’s side ➂ ➃ Driver’s side 1. Engine oil dipstick 2. Power steering fluid reservoir ➁ (if equipped) Hood 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Radiator cap 5. Dust filter 6. Engine coolant reservoir ➅...
  • Page 163 Maintenance ■ ■ 2.7L / 3.0L Engine ➂ ➁ ➃ ➅ ➄ ➆ 1. Power steering fluid reservoir (if equipped) 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Radiator cap 5. Dust filter 6. Engine coolant reservoir ➀ 7.
  • Page 164 Maintenance ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER 2. Start the engine and allow it to 2.5L Engine reach normal operating tempera- ture. 3. Turn the engine off and wait for a while (at least 10 minutes) for the oil to return to the oil pan. 4.
  • Page 165 Maintenance Changing the engine oil and 1. Warm the engine up for a few min- utes and then turn it off. filter 2. Raise and suitably support the Change engine oil and filter accord- vehicle. ing to the Scheduled Maintenance at the beginning of this section.
  • Page 166 Maintenance ✽ ✽ NOTICE 11. Remove the dipstick. 2.5L Engine Do not allow the oil filter gasket to remain on the oil filter mounting CAUTION surface. This will cause oil leakage When you refill the new oil and engine damage. Remove the old using a funnel, you should fill gasket completely so that a new gas- the oil dividing it half and half.
  • Page 167 6.4 liters (6.8 US qt.) - 2WD fied filter. Consult an Authorized 6.8 liters (7.2 US qt) - 4WD Kia Dealer. 3.0L Engine (1.4 Ton) ■ • Follow these instructions careful- With filter change : ly.
  • Page 168 Maintenance ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM The high-pressure cooling system Checking the coolant level (Continued) has a reservoir filled with year-round • Even if the engine is not oper- antifreeze coolant. The reservoir is WARNING - Removing ating, do not remove the radi- filled at the factory.
  • Page 169 Bring the level to F, but do not over- • The engine in your vehicle has alu- fill. If frequent additions are required, minum engine parts and must be see an Authorized Kia Dealer for a protected by an ethylene-glycol- cooling system inspection. based coolant to prevent corrosion and freezing.
  • Page 170 Maintenance For mixture percentage, refer to the following table. Mixture Percentage (volume) Ambient Temperature Coolant Water Solution -15°C (5°F) -25°C (-13°F) -35°C (-31°F) 1CTA5008 -45°C (-49°F) WARNING Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot coolant and steam may blow out under pressure.
  • Page 171 If the fluid fluid, the vehicle should be level is excessively low, have the inspected by an Authorized Kia brake system checked Dealer. Authorized Kia Dealer.
  • Page 172 If the stroke is more or less than specified, have the parking brake adjusted by an Authorized Kia Dealer. Stroke : 5~7 “clicks’’ at a force of 20 kg (44 lbs, 196 N).
  • Page 173 If the belt is too loose, have it adjusted by an author- (0.35 ~ 0.43) (0.31 ~ 0.39) (0.28 ~ 0.39) 2.7L / 3.0L ized Kia Dealer. Engine 11 ~ 12 10 ~ 12 9 ~ 11 Used (0.43 ~ 0.55)
  • Page 174 Check the connections for oil leaks, fluid, the vehicle should be inspected severe damage and the twists in the by an Authorized Kia Dealer. power steering hose before driving. ✽ ✽ NOTICE • To avoid damage to the power...
  • Page 175 Maintenance STEERING WHEEL ✽ ✽ NOTICE If the measured value exceeds the standard value, have the system checked by an authorized Kia deal- 30 mm (1.2 in) 1CTA5017 Park the vehicle on level ground, start the car and place the tire wheels in the straight-ahead posi- tion.
  • Page 176 Maintenance LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS Body lubrication WARNING All moving points of the body, such • Do not use radiator coolant or as door hinges, hood hinges, and antifreeze in the washer fluid locks, should be lubricated each time reservoir. the engine oil is changed. Use a non- •...
  • Page 177 Maintenance FUEL FILTER If water accumulates in the fuel filter, ✽ ✽ NOTICE the warning light comes on when the • Use cloths when you extract air so ignition key is in the “ON” position. that the fuel is not sprayed around.
  • Page 178 Maintenance 1PUB7011 Draining water from fuel filter • Place a water tray under the fuel fil- ter. • Loosen the drain plug and drain water. • After water is drained, securely tighten the drain plug. • Pump the pump priming plunger and check to make sure that no fuel is leaking from the drain plug.
  • Page 179 We recommend that the air clean- sandy areas, clean or replace this er element be replaced with gen- element more often than at the usual uine Kia parts. recommended intervals. 4. Lock the cover with the cover attaching clips.
  • Page 180 Maintenance DUST FILTER 1PUA5024 The dust filter installed in the entrance of the air duct filters the dust or other foreign substances that come into the vehicle from the out- side through the heating and air con- ditioning system. The dust filter should be cleaned every 20,000 km (12,000 miles).
  • Page 181 Maintenance WIPER BLADES Contamination of either the wind- Windshield wiper blade shield or the wiper blades with for- replacement eign matter can reduce the effective- When the wipers no longer clean ness of the windshield wipers. adequately, the blades may be worn Common sources of contamination or cracked, and require replacement.
  • Page 182 Maintenance 1LDA5023 1LDA5024 1LDA5025 1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the 2. Compress the clip and slide the 3. Lift it off the arm. wiper blade assembly to expose blade assembly downward. 4. Install the blade assembly in the the plastic locking clip.
  • Page 183 Maintenance BATTERY (Continued) (Continued) WARNING - Battery • When lifting a plastic-cased dangers If any electrolyte gets battery, excessive pressure on into your eyes, flush your Always read the follow- the case may cause battery eyes with clean water for ing instructions carefully acid to leak, resulting in per- at least 15 minutes and...
  • Page 184 Maintenance Battery recharging Items to be reset after the battery has been discharged or the bat- Your vehicle has a maintenance-free, tery has been disconnected. calcium-based battery. • Clock (See page 3-41) • If the battery becomes discharged • Climate control system (See pages in a short time (because, for exam- 4-34) ple, the headlights or interior lights...
  • Page 185 Maintenance ✽ ✽ NOTICE (Continued) WARNING - Recharging • Before performing maintenance • Wear eye protection when battery or recharging the battery, turn off checking the battery during When recharging the battery, all accessories and stop the engine. charging. observe the following precau- •...
  • Page 186 Recommended pressures must be If a tire frequently needs refilling, maintained for the best ride, top vehi- have it checked by an Authorized cle handling, and minimum tire wear. Kia Dealer. (Continued) 7 37...
  • Page 187 Maintenance Tire rotation (Continued) 1st time • Overinflation produces a harsh To equalize tread wear, it is recom- ride, handling problems, excessive mended that the tires be rotated wear at the center of the tire tread, every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or and a greater possibility of dam- sooner if irregular wear develops.
  • Page 188 Maintenance Wheel alignment and tire ✽ ✽ NOTICE Tread wear indicator balance Improper wheel weights can dam- age your vehicle's aluminum wheels. The wheels on your vehicle were Use only approved wheel weights. aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance.
  • Page 189 Tire Label or then replace the two front or speedometer calibration, head- by an Authorized Kia Dealer. two rear tires as a pair. light aim and bumper height. Failure to follow these precau- Replacing just one tire can tions can adversely affect the seriously affect your vehicle’s...
  • Page 190 Maintenance Tire size designation Example tire size designation: 195 R14C 106/104R 5.00 R12LT 83/81P A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire size designation. You will need this (These numbers are provided as an (These numbers are provided as an information when selecting replace- example only;...
  • Page 191 Maintenance Wheel size designation Tire speed ratings WARNING - Tire Wheels are also marked with impor- The chart below shows many of the temperature tant information that you need if you different speed ratings currently Excessive speed, underinfla- ever have to replace one. The follow- being used for passenger car.
  • Page 192 Maintenance 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.
  • Page 193 “LOCK” position an Authorized Kia Dealer. and turn off the lights to avoid sudden movement of the vehi- cle and burning your fingers or receiving an electric shock.
  • Page 194 • Halogen bulbs contain pres- should be checked by an Authorized the body of the vehicle. surized gas that will produce Kia Dealer. flying pieces of glass if broken. • Always handle them carefully, and avoid scratches and abra- sions. If the bulbs are lit, avoid contact with liquids.
  • Page 195 Maintenance 7. Remove the bulb from the head- light assembly. 8. Install a new headlight bulb and snap the headlight bulb retaining wire into position by aligning the wire with the groove on the bulb. 9. Connect the headlight bulb socket- connector.
  • Page 196 Maintenance 3. Remove the bulb by pulling it 3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. straight out. 4. Install a new bulb in the socket. 4. Install a new bulb in the socket. 5. Install the socket in the assembly 5.
  • Page 197 Maintenance CAUTION Prior to working on the Interior Lights, ensure that the “OFF” button is depressed to avoid burning your fingers or receiv- ing an electric shock. 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. 3. Install a new bulb in the socket. 1PUA5032 1PUA5031 4.
  • Page 198 Maintenance 2. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly. 3. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing it in and rotating it until the tabs on the bulb align with the slots in the socket.
  • Page 199 Maintenance LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Recommended lubricants Engine oils labeled Energy Recommended SAE viscosity Conserving Oil are now available. number To help achieve proper engine and Along with other additional benefits, powertrain performance and durabil- they contribute to fuel economy by ity, use only lubricants of the proper ✽...
  • Page 200 Maintenance Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers an effect on fuel economy and cold °C weather operating (starting and oil Temperature (°F) flow). Lower viscosity engine oils can provide better fuel economy and cold weather performance, however, 20W-40...
  • Page 201 Maintenance EXTERIOR CARE Exterior general caution Even prompt washing with plain water may not completely remove all It is very important to follow the label these deposits. A mild soap, safe for directions when using any chemical use on painted surfaces, may be cleaner or polish.
  • Page 202 Maintenance Waxing ✽ ✽ NOTICE Finish damage repair Wax the vehicle when water will no • Wiping dust or dirt off the body Deep scratches or stone chips in the longer bead on the paint. with a dry cloth will scratch the painted surface must be repaired finish.
  • Page 203 Maintenance Bright-metal maintenance Underbody maintenance WARNING • To remove road tar and insects, Corrosive materials used for ice and After washing the vehicle, test use a tar remover, not a scraper or snow removal and dust control may the brakes while driving slowly other sharp object.
  • Page 204 Maintenance Aluminum wheel maintenance (if equipped) The aluminum wheels are coated with a clear protective finish. • Do not use any abrasive cleaner, polishing compound, solvent, or wire brushes on aluminum wheels. They may scratch or damage the finish. • Use only a mild soap or neutral detergent, and rinse thoroughly with water.
  • Page 205 Maintenance INTERIOR CARE Interior general precautions Fabric Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt webbing Remove dust and loose dirt from fab- Prevent caustic solutions such as ric with a whisk broom or vacuum perfume and cosmetic oil from con- Clean the belt webbing with any mild cleaner.

  • Page 206: Specifications

    Specifications / 8-2 Specifications...
  • Page 207 Specifications SPECIFICATIONS The specifications given here are for general information only. Please check with an authorized Kia dealer for more precise and more up-to-date information. Dimensions 1 Ton 1.4 Ton Long Body (High deck) Long Body Extra Long Body Item...
  • Page 208 Specifications Tires Front Rear Inflation Inflation Item Remark Tire Tire pressure pressure kg/cm (psi, bar) kg/cm (psi, bar) Standard cab 5.00R12-8PR 195R14-6PR 3.2 (45, 3.1) 4.0 (57, 3.9) King cab 145R13-8PR Double cab 195R14-6PR 3.2 (45, 3.1) 145R13-8PR 4.0 (57, 3.9) 1 Ton High deck 195R14-8PR...
  • Page 209 Specifications Front Rear Item Remark Steel Steel Material Size 5J × 14 3.5J × 12 Standard cab Off set (mm) 35 ± 1 87.5 ± 1 King cab PCD (mm) 139.7 ± 0.13 145 ± 0.13 Size 5J × 14 4J ×13 Double cab Off set (mm)
  • Page 210 Specifications Capacities Lubricant Volume Classification 2.5L 5.7 l (6.0 US qt.) API Service CF-4 Above Engine oil 6.6 l (6.9 US qt.) 2.7L (with filter change) SAE 10W-30 3.0L (1.4 ton) 7.0 l (6.7 US qt.) 2.5L 2.4 l (2.5 US qt.) Manual API Service GL-4 2.7L/3.0L...
  • Page 211 Specifications Light bulbs Engine 1 Ton 1.4 Ton Wattage Light Bulb Item 1 Ton 1.4 Ton 2.5L 2.7L 3.0L Headlights (Low/High) 55/60 55/60 Diesel 4 Diesel 4 Diesel 4 Type cycle cycle cycle Front turn signal lights Position lights Bore × stroke (mm) 91.1 ×...
  • Page 212 Index...
  • Page 213 Index Engine compartment ......7-13 Engine cooling system ..... . . 7-19 Engine oil and oil filter .
  • Page 214 Index Parking brake ......7-23 Keys ........3-2 Power steering .
  • Page 215 Index Warning and indicators ..... 4-21 Window ........3-6 Windshield defrosting and defogging .

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