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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 When you require service, remember that your dealer the right to discontinue or change specifications or design knows your vehicle best.
Page 3 Introduction Your vehicle at a glance Safety features of your vehicle Features of your vehicle Driving your vehicle table of contents What to do in an emergency Maintenance Specifications & Consumer information Index...
Page 4 Introduction How to use this manual / 1-2 Fuel requirements / 1-3 Vehicle break-in process / 1-5 Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster / 1-6...
Page 5 Introduction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL A010000AUN The general layout of the manual is pro- will find various WARNINGs, We want to help you get the greatest vided in the Table of Contents. A good CAUTIONs, and NOTICEs in this manu- possible driving pleasure from your vehi- place to start is the index;...
Page 6 Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and Except Europe WARNING ethanol (also known as grain alcohol), Your new KIA vehicle is designed to use and gasoline or gasohol containing • Do not "top off" after the nozzle only unleaded fuel having an Octane...
Page 7 / or fuel additives will result in a limi- Gasolines for cleaner air tation of your warranty rights. A020104AUN To help contribute to cleaner air, KIA rec- Use of MTBE Diesel fuel of 52 to 54 cetane is used in ommends that you use gasolines treated your vehicle.
Page 8 Introduction VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS A020202AUN A030000AUN CAUTION Biodiesel No special break-in period is needed. By • Do not let any gasoline or water following a few simple precautions for the Commercially supplied biodiesel blends enter the tank. This would make it first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to of no more than 5% biodiesel, commonly necessary to drain it out and to...
Page 9 Introduction INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER A050000AAM Parking brake & Brake fluid Immobilizer indicator* Door ajar warning light warning light Seat belt warning light Engine oil pressure warning light Tailgate open warning light High beam indicator Overspeed warning light* Low fuel level warning light km/h Electric power steering (EPS)
Page 10 Your vehicle at a glance Interior overview / 2-2 Instrument panel overview / 2-3 Engine compartment / 2-4...
Page 11 Your vehicle at a glance INTERIOR OVERVIEW 1. Door lock/unlock button ......4-8 2. Outside rearview mirror folding button*..........4-30 3. Outside rearview mirror control switch ..........4-29 4. Central door lock switch* ....4-8 5. Power window lock button* ....4-15 6. Power window switches*....4-13 7.
Page 12: Table Of Contents
Your vehicle at a glance INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW 1. Driver’s front air bag* .......3-44 2. Light control / Turn signals ....4-49 3. Instrument cluster......4-31 4. Wiper/Washer........4-54 5. Auto cruise controls*......5-25 6. Advanced lighting speaker*....4-79 7. Vent controls........4-62 8. Multi box* ..........4-71 9.
Page 13 Your vehicle at a glance ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1. Engine coolant reservoir....7-26 2. Engine oil filler cap ......7-25 3. Brake fluid reservoir ......7-29 4. Fuel filter* ..........7-33 5. Air cleaner .........7-34 6. Fuse box..........7-51 7. Negative battery terminal ....6-4/7-38 8. Positive battery terminal....6-4/7-38 9.
Page 14 Seats / 3-2 Seat belts / 3-13 Child restraint system / 3-26 Air bag - supplemental restraint system / 3-38 Safety features of your vehicle...
Page 15 Safety features of your vehicle SEATS Front seat (1) Forward and backward (2) Seatback angle (3) Seat cushion height (Driver’s seat)* (4) Seat warmer* (5) Headrest (6) Armrest (Driver’s seat)* Rear seats (7) Folding the seatback (8) Headrest *: if equipped OAM039001 C010000AUN-TD...
Page 16 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING WARNING WARNING Loose objects Driver respon- - Driver’s seat sibility for passengers Loose objects in the driver’s foot • Never attempt to adjust seat area could interfere with the opera- while the vehicle is moving. This Riding in a vehicle with seatback tion of the foot pedals, possibly could result in loss of control,...
Page 17 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) WARNING - Rear seatbacks • When resetting the seatback to • The rear seatback must be the upright position, make sure it securely latched. If not, passen- is securely latched by pushing it gers and objects could be thrown forward and backwards.
Page 18 Safety features of your vehicle OAM039003 OAM039004 OPA039052 C010102AUN C010103AUN C010104BUN Seatback angle Seat cushion height (for driver’s seat) Headrest The driver's and front passenger's seats To recline the seatback: To change the height of the seat cushion, are equipped with a headrest for the push the lever that is located on the out- 1.
Page 19 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING • For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident, the headrest should be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height of the center of gravity of an occupant's head. Generally, the center of gravity of most peo- ple's head is similar with the height of the top of their eyes.
Page 20 Safety features of your vehicle OAM039007 HNF2041-1 OAM039010 Removal Active headrest (if equipped) C010107AUN Seat warmer (if equipped) To remove the headrest, raise it as far as The active headrest is designed to move it can go then press the release button (1) forward and upward during a rear impact.
Page 21 Safety features of your vehicle CAUTION WARNING - Seat warmer • When cleaning the seats, do not burns use an organic solvent such as Passengers should use extreme thinner, benzene, alcohol and caution when using seat warmers gasoline. Doing so may damage due to the possibility of excess the surface of the heater or seats.
Page 22 Safety features of your vehicle Rear seat adjustment To fold down the rear seatback: 1. Insert the rear seat belt buckle in the C010307BUN-C1 pocket between the rear seatback and Folding the rear seat cushion (if equipped), and insert the The rear seatbacks may be folded to rear seat belt webbing in the guide to facilitate carrying long items or to...
Page 23 Safety features of your vehicle 5. To use the rear seat, lift and pull the seatback backward by pulling on the WARNING folding lever. Pull the seatback firmly When you return the rear seatback until it clicks into place. Make sure the to its upright position after being seatback is locked in place.
Page 24 Safety features of your vehicle CAUTION - Damaging rear WARNING - Cargo seat belt buckles Cargo should always be secured to When you fold the rear seatback or prevent it from being thrown about put luggage on the rear seat cush- the vehicle in a collision and caus- ion, insert the buckle in the pocket ing injury to the vehicle occupants.
Page 25 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING • For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident, the headrest should be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height of the center of gravity of an occupant's head. Generally, the center of gravity of most peo- ple's head is similar with the height of the top of their eyes.
Page 26 Safety features of your vehicle SEAT BELTS C020100AUN (Continued) Seat belt restraint system WARNING • Avoid wearing twisted seat belts. Seat belts are designed to bear A twisted belt can't do its job as upon the bony structure of the WARNING well.
Page 27 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) It is essential to replace the entire assembly after it has been worn in a severe impact even if damage to the assembly is not obvious. Belts should not be worn with straps Type A twisted.
Page 28 Safety features of your vehicle If you continue not to fasten the seat belt If the rear seat belt is disconnected when and you drive over 20km/h the seat belt you drive over the 20km/h, the corre- warning chime will sound for approxi- sponding seat belt warning light will blink mately 100 seconds and the correspon- and warning chime will sound for 35 sec-...
Page 29 Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Front seat If you are not able to pull out the safety belt from the retractor, firmly pull the belt out and release it. Then you will be able to pull the belt out smoothly. B180A01NF-1 OUN026100 C020102BUN-C1...
Page 30 Safety features of your vehicle To raise the height adjuster, pull it up (1). To lower it, push it down (3) while press- ing the height adjuster button (2). Release the button to lock the anchor into position. Try sliding the height adjuster to make sure that it has locked into position.
Page 31 Safety features of your vehicle B210A01NF-1 OAM039047 OAM039025 To release the seat belt: C020105AUN Routing the seat belt webbing through Stowing the rear seat belt the rear seat belt guides will help keep The seat belt is released by pressing the the belts from being trapped behind or release button (1) in the locking buckle.
Page 32 Safety features of your vehicle Too high Correct Shorten B220A04NF B220B01NF OAM039023 C020103AUN With a 2-point static type seat belt, the When using the rear center seat belt, the Lap belt (if equipped) length must be adjusted manually so it buckle with the “CENTER”...
Page 33 Safety features of your vehicle B210A02NF-1 OAM039024 OMG035300 To release the seat belt: The center seat belt can be stowed with C020200AUN-C1 Pre-tensioner seat belt the plate and webbing rolled in the pock- When you want to release the seat belt, et between the rear seatback and cush- (if equipped) press the button (1) in the locking buckle.
Page 34 Safety features of your vehicle When the vehicle stops suddenly, or if the occupant tries to lean forward too WARNING quickly, the seat belt retractor will lock To obtain maximum benefit from a into position. In certain frontal collisions, pre-tensioner seat belt: the pre-tensioner will activate and pull 1.
Page 35 This must be done ods. Wash all exposed skin areas thor- switch is turned to ON, or if it by an authorized KIA dealer. oughly after an accident in which the remains illuminated after illuminat- • Do not strike the pre-tensioner...
Page 36 Seat belts and child restraints tact an authorized KIA dealer. cle. The violent forces created dur- reduce the risk of serious or fatal ing a crash will tear the child from...
Page 37 Safety features of your vehicle C020301AUN-U1 C020303AUN Larger children WARNING Injured person - Shoulder belts Children who are too large for child on small children A seat belt should be used when an restraint systems should always occupy injured person is being transported. •...
Page 38 KIA dealer. serious internal injuries or the occupant's neck could strike the shoulder belt. Drivers and passen-...
Page 39 Safety features of your vehicle CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM C030000CUN Before buying a particular child restraint (Continued) Children riding in the car should sit in the system, make sure it fits your car seat • When the child restraint system rear seat and must always be properly and seat belts, and fits your child.
Page 40 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) WARNING • Never leave children unattended • Never use an infant carrier or a To reduce the chance of serious or in a vehicle – not even for a short child safety seat that "hooks" fatal injuries: time.
Page 41 Forward-facing child restraint system • If the seat belt does not operate as described in this section, have the system checked immediately by your authorized KIA dealer. • Failure to observe this manual's instructions regarding child restraint system and the instruc-...
Page 42 Safety features of your vehicle E2MS103005 E2BLD310 MMSA3030 3. Buckle the seat belt and allow the seat 2. Fasten the lap/shoulder belt latch into C030102AUN belt to take up any slack. After installa- the buckle. Listen for the distinct “click” Installing a child restraint system by tion of the child restraint system, try to sound.
Page 43 Safety features of your vehicle 3. Route the lap belt through the restraint according to the restraint manufactur- er’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 44 Safety features of your vehicle C030105AAM WARNING Child seat restraint suitability for seat position using the seat belt - For Europe recommend that child Use child safety seats that have been officially approved and are appropriate for your restraint seat be installed in the children.
Page 45 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a collision if the child restraint is not properly anchored to the car and the child is not prop- erly restrained in the child restraint. Always follow the child seat manu- facturer’s instructions for installa- tion and use.
Page 46 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING - Child restraint ISOFIX Anchor Position Indicator check Check that the child restraint sys- tem is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Incorrectly fitted child restraints may swing, twist, tip or separate causing death or serious injury.
Page 47 Safety features of your vehicle The installing and the use of a child-seat has to be done according to the WARNING installing-manual, which is added to the When using the vehicle's "ISOFIX" ISOFIX-seat. system to install a child restraint system in the rear seat, all unused vehicle rear seat belt metal latch WARNING plates or tabs must be latched...
Page 48 Safety features of your vehicle To secure the child restraint seat: (Continued) WARNING 1. To engage the child restraint seat to • Attach the ISOFIX or ISOFIX-com- the ISOFIX lower anchor, insert the • Do not install a child restraint patible child restraint seat only to child restraint seat latch into the seat at the center of the rear seat...
Page 49 Safety features of your vehicle C030105BAM Child seat restraint suitability for vehicle ISOFIX positions - For Europe vehicle ISOFIX positions Mass Group Size Class Fixture Rear Outboard Rear Outboard Front Passenger Rear Center (Driver side) (Passenger side) ISO/L1 Carrycot ISO/L2 ISO/R1 0 : UP to 10kg ISO/R1...
Page 50 Safety features of your vehicle Recommended child restraint systems – For Europe ECE-R44 Mass Group Name Manufacturer Type of Fixation Approval No. rearward facing with vehicle Group 0-1 FAIR G0/1 FAIR S.r.l E4 04443718 specific ISOFIX platform type “B” (0-18kg) Baby Safe Plus Britax Römer with vehicle 3-point safety seatbelt...
Page 51: Driver's Front Air Bag
Safety features of your vehicle AIR BAG - SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) C040000AUN-U1 (1) Driver’s front air bag (2) Passenger’s front air bag* (3) Side impact air bag* (4) Curtain air bag* * : if equipped WARNING Even in vehicles with air bags, you and your passengers must always wear the safety belts provided in order to minimize the risk and...
Page 52 Safety features of your vehicle C040900AUN-U1 It is virtually impossible for you to see How does the air bag system the air bags inflate during an accident. WARNING It is much more likely that you will sim- operate • To avoid severe personal injury ply see the deflated air bags hanging or death caused by deploying air •...
Page 53 Safety features of your vehicle C040902AUN-U1 WARNING Noise and smoke When the air bags inflate, they make a When the air bags deploy, the air loud noise and they leave smoke and bag related parts in the steering powder in the air inside of the vehicle. wheel and/or instrument panel This is normal and is a result of the igni- and/or in both sides of the roof rails...
Page 54 Safety features of your vehicle When the ignition switch is turned ON, WARNING the warning light should illuminate for approximately 6 seconds, then go off. • Extreme Hazard! Do not use a Have the system checked if: rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an air bag in •...
Page 55 If any of the following conditions switch* occurs, this indicates a malfunction 12. Driver’s front anchor pre-tensioner* of the SRS. Have an authorized KIA dealer inspect the air bag system *: if equipped as soon as possible. • The light does not turn on briefly The SRSCM continually monitors all when you turn the ignition ON.
Page 56 Safety features of your vehicle Driver’s front air bag (1) Driver’s front air bag (2) Driver’s front air bag (3) B240B01L B240B02L B240B03L The air bag modules are located both in Upon deployment, tear seams molded A fully inflated air bag, in combination the center of the steering wheel and in directly into the pad covers will separate with a properly worn seat belt, slows the...
Page 57 Safety features of your vehicle Passenger’s front air bag Driver’s front air bag WARNING • If an air bag deploys, there may be a loud noise followed by a fine dust released in the vehicle. These conditions are normal and are not hazardous - the air bags are packed in this fine powder.
Page 58 Safety features of your vehicle The indications of the system's presence (Continued) are the letters "AIR BAG" embossed on WARNING • Move your seat as far back as the air bag pad cover in the steering Always use seat belts and child practical from the front air bags, wheel and the passenger's side front restraints –...
Page 59 • Air bags can only be used once – • A child restraint system must or near the air bag modules on have an authorized KIA dealer never be placed in the front seat. the steering wheel, instrument replace the air bag immediately...
Page 60 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) • Sitting improperly or out of posi- tion can result in serious or fatal injury in a crash. All occupants should sit upright with the seat back in an upright position, cen- tered on the seat cushion with their seat belt on, legs comfort- ably extended and their feet on the floor until the vehicle is...
Page 61 ON/OFF nates while the vehicle is being minate. switch and passenger's front air driven, have an authorized KIA And, the passenger's front air bag bag OFF indicator. dealer inspect the passenger’s OFF indicator will not illuminate,...
Page 62 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) WARNING • Even though your vehicle is • The driver is responsible for the equipped with the passenger's proper position of the passen- front air bag ON/OFF switch, do ger’s front air bag ON/OFF switch. not install a child restraint sys- •...
Page 63 • If seat or seat cover is damaged, on the steering wheel at the 9:00 have the vehicle checked and and 3:00 positions. The passen- repaired by an authorized KIA ger's arms and hands should be dealer. Inform that your vehicle is placed on their laps.
Page 64 • Never try to open or repair any (Continued) components of the side curtain air bag system. This should only OUN026091 be done by an authorized KIA C040700AUN-U1 dealer. Curtain air bag (if equipped) Failure to follow the above men-...
Page 65 Safety features of your vehicle C040800AUN-C1 Why didn’t my air bag go off in a collision? (Inflation and non-infla- tion conditions of the air bag) There are many types of accidents in which the air bag would not be expect- ed to provide additional protection.
Page 66 KIA dealer. • If the installation location or • Your vehicle has been designed angle of the sensors is altered in to absorb impact and deploy the any way, the air bags may deploy air bag(s) in certain collisions.
Page 67 Safety features of your vehicle Although the front air bags (driver’s and front passenger’s air bags) are designed to inflate only in frontal collisions, they also may inflate in other types of colli- sions if the front impact sensors detect a sufficient impact.
Page 68 Safety features of your vehicle OUN036087 OVQ036018N 1VQA2089 • Frontal air bags are not designed to • Front air bags may not inflate in side • In a slant or angled collision, the force inflate in rear collisions, because occu- impact collisions, because occupants of impact may direct the occupants in a pants are moved backward by the...
Page 69 Safety features of your vehicle 1VQA2090 1VQA2091 1VQA2092 • Just before impact, drivers often brake • Air bags may not inflate in rollover acci- • Air bags may not inflate if the vehicle heavily. Such heavy braking lowers the dents because air bag deployment collides with objects such as utility front portion of the vehicle causing it to would not provide protection to the...
Page 70 WARNING • If the air bags inflate, they must • Modification to SRS components The SRS is virtually maintenance-free be replaced by an authorized KIA or wiring, including the addition and so there are no parts you can safely dealer.
Page 71 Safety features of your vehicle C041300AUN-U1 • Keep occupants away from the air Additional safety precautions bag covers. All occupants should sit WARNING upright, fully back in their seats with • Never let passengers ride in the • Sitting improperly or out of posi- their seat belts on and their feet on the cargo area or on top of a folded- tion can cause occupants to be...
Page 72 Safety features of your vehicle OAM039041 C041200AAM Air bag warning label (if equipped) Air bag warning label is attached to alert the passengers of potential risk of the air bag system. Note that these government warnings focus on the risk to children, we also want you to be aware of the risks which adults are exposed to that have been described in previous pages.
Page 73 Keys / 4-2 Remote keyless entry / 4-4 Door locks / 4-7 Tailgate / 4-11 Windows / 4-13 Hood / 4-16 Fuel filler lid / 4-18 Sunroof / 4-21 Features of your vehicle Steering wheel / 4-25 Mirrors / 4-27 Instrument cluster / 4-31 Rear parking assist system / 4-45 Rearview camera / 4-48...
Page 74 WARNING Should you lose your keys, this number will enable an authorized KIA dealer to Use only KIA original parts for the duplicate the keys easily. Remove the bar ignition key in your vehicle. If an code tag and store it in a safe place.
Page 75 If you need additional keys or lose your be kept confidential. Do not leave use. keys, consult an authorized KIA dealer. this number anywhere in your vehi- Your immobilizer system is comprised of cle.
Page 76 The hazard warning lights will blink twice be serviced by an authorized KIA to indicate that all doors are unlocked. dealer. After depressing this button, the doors...
Page 77 If you have a problem responsible for compliance, it will automatically. with the transmitter, contact an author- not be covered by your manufactur- er’s vehicle warranty. ized KIA dealer.
Page 78 3. Install the battery in the reverse order Dispose the battery according to of removal. your local law(s) or regulation. For transmitter replacement, see an authorized KIA dealer to reprogram the transmitter. OAM049002 CAUTION • The keyless entry system trans-...
Page 79 Features of your vehicle DOOR LOCKS • Doors can also be locked and unlocked with the transmitter (if equipped). • Once the doors are unlocked, they may be opened by pulling the door handle. • When closing the door, push the door by hand.
Page 80 Features of your vehicle • If the inner door handle of the front door is pulled when the door lock but- ton 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 Lock any front door is open.
Page 81 Features of your vehicle WARNING - WARNING WARNING Doors Unlocked - Unattended vehicles children • The doors should always be fully closed and locked while the vehi- Leaving your vehicle unlocked can An enclosed vehicle can become cle is in motion to prevent acci- invite theft or possible harm to you extremely hot, causing death or dental opening of the door.
Page 82 Features of your vehicle 3. Close the rear door. D050300AHM To open the rear door, pull the outside Impact sensing door unlock sys- door handle (1). tem (if equipped) Even though the doors may be unlocked, All doors will automatically unlock when the rear door will not open by pulling the an impact causes the air bags to deploy.
Page 83 Features of your vehicle TAILGATE ✽ ✽ NOTICE D070200AUN Closing the tailgate In cold and wet climates, door lock and To close the tailgate, lower and push door mechanisms may not work proper- down the tailgate firmly. Make sure that ly due to freezing conditions.
Page 84 Features of your vehicle WARNING • For emergency, be fully aware of the location of the emergency tailgate safety release lever in this vehicle and how to open the tailgate if you are accidentally locked in the luggage compart- ment. •...
Page 85 Features of your vehicle WINDOWS D080000AUN-SA (1) Driver’s door power window switch (2) Front passenger’s door power win- dow switch (3) Rear door (left) power window switch (4) Rear door (right) power window switch (5) Window opening and closing (6) Automatic power window down (Driver’s window) (7) Power window lock switch ✽...
Page 86 Features of your vehicle D080100AUN Power windows The ignition switch must be in the ON position for power windows to operate. Each door has a power window switch that controls the door's window. The driv- er has a power window lock switch which can block the operation of passenger windows.
Page 87 Features of your vehicle CAUTION WARNING - Windows • To prevent possible damage to • NEVER leave the ignition key in the power window system, do not the vehicle. open or close two windows or • NEVER leave any child unattend- more at the same time.
Page 88 Features of your vehicle HOOD OAM049015 OAM049016 OAM049017 D090100AUN-U1 2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the 3. Pull out the support rod from the hood. Opening the hood hood slightly, pull the secondary latch 4. Hold the hood open with the support inside of the hood center and lift the 1.
Page 89 Features of your vehicle D090200APA Closing the hood WARNING WARNING 1. Before closing the hood, check the fol- • Before closing the hood, ensure • Always double check to be sure lowing: that all obstructions are removed that the hood is firmly latched from the hood opening.
Page 90 Features of your vehicle FUEL FILLER LID D100200AUN Closing the fuel filler lid 1. To install the cap, turn it clockwise until it “clicks”. This indicates that the cap is securely tightened. 2. Close the fuel filler lid and push it light- ly and make sure that it is securely closed.
Page 91 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) WARNING - Refueling dan- • Do not get back into a vehicle Use only approved portable plas- gers tic fuel containers designed to once you have begun refueling Automotive fuels are flammable carry and store gasoline. since you can generate static materials.
Page 92 • If the fuel filler cap requires manager of the gas station and replacement, use only a genuine then contact the local fire depart- KIA cap or the equivalent speci- ment. Follow any safety instruc- fied for your vehicle. An incorrect tions they provide.
Page 93 Features of your vehicle SUNROOF (IF EQUIPPED) ✽ ✽ NOTICE ✽ ✽ NOTICE • In cold and wet climates, the sunroof The sunroof cannot slide when it is in may not work properly due to freez- the tilt position nor can it be tilted while ing conditions.
Page 94 Features of your vehicle To open the sunroof automatically: Pull the sunroof control lever backward to the second detent position and then release it. The sunroof will slide open automatically but will not open all the way. If you would like to completely open the sunroof, pull the lever once more.
Page 95 Features of your vehicle CAUTION WARNING - Sunroof • Periodically remove any dirt that • Be careful that someone’s head, may accumulate on the guide rail. hands and body are not trapped by a closing sunroof. • If you try to open the sunroof when the temperature is below •...
Page 96 Features of your vehicle D110500AHM-EE 5. Push the sunroof control lever upward Resetting the sunroof (about 6 seconds) until the sunroof operates as follows; Whenever the vehicle battery is discon- nected or discharged, you must reset TILT DOWN → SLIDE OPEN → your sunroof system as follows: SLIDE CLOSE 1.
Page 97 KIA dealer. • The steering effort increases if the steering wheel is rotated continuously when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 98 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE To sound the horn, press the area indi- cated by the horn symbol on your steer- ing wheel (see illustration). The horn will operate only when this area is pressed. (if equipped) CAUTION Do not strike the horn severely to operate it, or hit it with your fist.
Page 99 Features of your vehicle MIRRORS D140100AHM D140102AUN Inside rearview mirror Electric chromic mirror (ECM) (if equipped) Adjust the rearview mirror so that the The electric rearview mirror automatical- center view through the rear window is ly controls the glare from the headlights seen.
Page 100 Features of your vehicle D140200AUN-C1 CAUTION Outside rearview mirror Rear view display Do not scrape ice off the mirror Be sure to adjust the mirror angles (if equipped) Sensor face; this may damage the surface before driving. of the glass. If ice should restrict Your vehicle is equipped with both left- movement of the mirror, do not hand and right-hand outside rearview...
Page 101 Features of your vehicle CAUTION • 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. •...
Page 102 Features of your vehicle CAUTION In case of the electric type of out- side rearview mirror, don’t fold it by hand. It could cause the failure of the motor. OAM049028 OAM049029 D140202AHM Electric Type (if equipped) Folding the outside rearview mirror To fold the outside rearview mirror, depress the button.
Page 103: Instrument Cluster
Features of your vehicle INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 1. Tachometer 2. Turn signal indicators 3. Speedometer 4. Engine temperature gauge 5. Warning and indicator lights 6. Shift position indicator* (Automatic transaxle only) 7. Odometer/Trip computer* 8. Fuel gauge * : if equipped * The actual cluster in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
Page 104 Features of your vehicle Gauges Type A Gasoline Diesel ■ ■ ■ ■ D150201AHM Speedometer The speedometer indicates the forward speed of the vehicle. The speedometer is calibrated in kilome- ters per hour and/or miles per hour. OAM049031 Type B OAM049032 D150202AFD Tachometer...
Page 105 Features of your vehicle Type A Type B CAUTION WARNING Do not operate the engine within Never remove the radiator cap the tachometer's RED ZONE. when the engine is hot. The engine This may cause severe engine dam- coolant is under pressure and age.
Page 106 Features of your vehicle Type A Type B WARNING - Fuel gauge Running out of fuel can expose vehicle occupants to danger. You must stop and obtain addition- al fuel as soon as possible after the warning light comes on or when the gauge indicator comes close to the “0/E”...
Page 107 All warning lights are checked by turning the ignition switch ON (do not start the engine). Any light that does not illuminate should be checked by an authorized KIA dealer. After starting the engine, check to make sure that all warning lights are off. If any are still on, this indicates a situation that needs attention.
Page 108 If the AIR BAG If this occurs, have an authorized warning light does not come on, or con- KIA dealer inspect the passenger’s tinuously remains on after operating for front air bag ON/OFF switch and the OAM039045L...
Page 109 ABS may have malfunctioned. If this occurs, have your vehicle checked WARNING by an authorized KIA dealer as soon as possible. The normal braking system will If the both ABS and Brake warning still be operational, but without the assis- lights are on and stay on, your vehi- tance of the anti-lock brake system.
Page 110 In any damage could result. into the Flash-to-Pass position. instance where the oil light stays on when the engine is running, the engine should be checked by an authorized KIA dealer before the car is driven again.
Page 111 KIA dealer. the brakes do not operate properly. Have the vehicle towed to any author- ized KIA dealer for a brake system inspection and necessary repairs. 4 39...
Page 112 3. If the belt is adjusted properly, a prob- tion switch in any position. lem exists somewhere in the electrical charging system. Have an authorized KIA dealer correct the problem as soon as possible.
Page 113 Low fuel level warning an authorized KIA dealer. the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, take your vehicle to the nearest authorized KIA dealer and have the sys- This warning light indicates the fuel tank tem checked. CAUTION - Diesel engine is nearly empty.
Page 114 But, if the ESP system malfunctions the (EPS) system warning light indicator illuminates and stays on. Take (if equipped) your vehicle to an authorized KIA dealer The indicator illuminates when the cruise This warning light illuminates after the and have the system checked.
Page 115 Have the system is to prevent you from locking your keys the steering wheel. Inflate the tires to the checked by an authorized KIA dealer as in the vehicle. The chime sounds until the proper pressure as indicated on the vehi- soon as possible.
Page 116 If this occurs, have your vehicle the engine has warmed up or while checked by an authorized KIA deal- driving, have the system checked er as soon as possible. by an authorized KIA dealer as...
Page 117 Features of your vehicle REAR PARKING ASSIST SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Operation of the rear parking WARNING assist system The rear parking assist system is a D170101AEN supplementary function only. The Operating condition operation of the rear parking assist • This system will activate when backing system can be affected by several up with the ignition switch ON.
Page 118 Features of your vehicle D170200AEN The detecting range may decrease D170300AEN Non-operational conditions of Rear parking assist system pre- when: rear parking assist system cautions 1. The sensor is stained with foreign mat- ter such as snow or water. (The sens- The rear parking assist system may •...
Page 119 If this occurs, have your vehicle Always visually check behind the vehi- checked by an authorized KIA dealer as cle when backing up. soon as possible. Be sure to inform any drivers of the...
Page 120 Features of your vehicle REARVIEW CAMERA (IF EQUIPPED) HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The rearview camera may be turned off by pressing the ON/OFF button (1) when the rearview camera is activated. Rear view display To turn the camera on again, press the ON/OFF button (1) again when the igni- tion switch is on and the shift lever in R (Reverse).
Page 121 Features of your vehicle LIGHTING D190100AUN-U1 Type A Type A Battery saver function • The purpose of this feature is to pre- vent the battery from being dis- charged. The system automatically turns off the exterior lights when the driver removes the ignition key and opens the driver-side door.
Page 122 Features of your vehicle Type A Type A Type A OBK049047N OBK049050N OBK049049N Type B Type B Type B OAM049042 OAM049044 OAM049043 D190402AUN-C1 D190500AUN To flash the headlights, pull the lever Headlight position ( High beam operation towards you. It will return to the normal (low beam) position when released.
Page 123 Features of your vehicle To signal a lane change, move the turn Type A Type A signal lever slightly and hold it in position (B). The lever will return to the O/OFF position when released. If an indicator stays on and does not flash or if it flashes abnormally, one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out and will require replacement.
Page 124 Features of your vehicle D190900AAM CAUTION Daytime running light When in operation, the fog lights (if equipped) consume large amounts of vehicle The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can electrical power. Only use the fog make it easier for others to see the front lights when visibility is poor.
Page 125 Features of your vehicle Listed below are the examples of proper switch settings. For loading conditions other than those listed below, adjust the switch position so that the beam level may be the nearest as the condition obtained according to the list. Loading condition Switch position Driver only...
Page 126: Wiper/Washer
Features of your vehicle WIPERS AND WASHERS A : Wiper speed control (front) Rear window wiper/washer Windshield wiper/washer · / MIST – Single wipe (if equipped) · O / OFF – Off Type A · --- / INT – Intermittent wipe Type A ·...
Page 127 Features of your vehicle D200100CAM D200200BUN-C1 Windshield wipers Windshield washers (front) WARNING Do not use the washer in freezing Operates as follows when the ignition In the O (OFF) position, pull the lever temperatures without first warming switch is turned ON. gently toward you to spray washer fluid the windshield with the defrosters;...
Page 128 Features of your vehicle D200300CUN-EE-AM Rear window wiper and washer switch (if equipped) The rear window wiper and washer switch is located at the end of the wiper and washer switch lever. Turn the switch to desired position to operate the rear wiper.
Page 129 Features of your vehicle INTERIOR LIGHT D210000AUN (2) OFF Type A In the OFF position, the light stays off at CAUTION all times, even when a door is open. Do not use the interior lights for (3) DOOR extended periods when engine is The light comes on when any door (or tail- not running.
Page 130 Features of your vehicle DEFROSTER The rear window defroster automatically D220000AUN turns off after approximately 20 minutes or when the ignition switch is turned off. CAUTION To turn off the defroster, press the rear To prevent damage to the conduc- window defroster button again.
Page 131 Features of your vehicle MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed control knob 2. Mode selection knob 3. Temperature control knob 4. Air intake control button 5. Rear window defroster button 6. Air conditioning button (if equipped) OAM049057 D230000AUN-C1 4 59...
Page 132 Features of your vehicle D230100AUN-SA Heating and air conditioning 1. Start the engine. 2. Set the mode to the desired position. To improve the effectiveness of heat- ing and cooling : - Heating: - Cooling: 3. Set the temperature control to the desired position.
Page 133 Features of your vehicle MAX A/C-Level (B, D) Bi-Level (B, D, C, E) Air flow is directed toward the upper body Air flow is directed towards the face and and face. the floor. In this mode, the air conditioning and the recirculated air position will be selected automatically.
Page 134 Features of your vehicle Floor/Defrost-Level (A, C, E, D) Most of the air flow is directed to the floor and the windshield with a small amount directed to the side window defrosters. Defrost-Level (A, D) Most of the air flow is directed to the windshield with a small amount of air OAM049059 OAM049062...
Page 135 Features of your vehicle Recirculated air position ✽ ✽ NOTICE The indicator light on the Prolonged operation of the heater in the button illuminates when the recirculated air position (without air recirculated air position is conditioning selected) may cause fog- selected.
Page 136 Features of your vehicle WARNING • Continuous operation of the cli- mate control system in the recir- culated air position may allow humidity to increase inside the vehicle which may fog the glass and obscure visibility. • Do not sleep in a vehicle with air conditioning or heating system on.
Page 137 System operation D230503AUN-SA Operation Tips Air conditioning (if equipped) • To keep dust or unpleasant fumes from D230501AUN entering the car through the ventilation All KIA Air Conditioning Systems are Ventilation system, temporarily set the air intake filled with environmentally friendly 1.
Page 138: Climate Control System
(fresh) air position is selected. If this hap- decrease the humidity inside the vehi- pens, have the climate control air filter cle by operating the air conditioning replaced by an authorized KIA dealer. system.
Page 139 • When the air flow rate is suddenly Therefore, if abnormal operation is decreases, the system should be found, have the system inspected by an checked at an authorized KIA dealer. authorized KIA dealer. ✽ ✽ NOTICE It is important that the correct type and amount of oil and refrigerant is used.
Page 140 Features of your vehicle WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING D250000AUN • For maximum defrosting, set the tem- perature control to the extreme right/hot position and the fan speed WARNING Windshield control to the highest speed. heating • If warm air to the floor is desired while Do not use the position defrosting or defogging, set the mode...
Page 141 Features of your vehicle D250300AUN-U1 Defogging logic To reduce the probability of fogging up the inside of the windshield, the air intake or air conditioning are controlled auto- matically according to certain conditions such as position. To cancel or return to the defogging logic, do the fol- lowing.
Page 142 Features of your vehicle STORAGE COMPARTMENT D270000AHM These compartments can be used to store small items. CAUTION • To avoid possible theft, do not leave valuables in the storage compartment. • Always keep the storage com- partment covers closed while driving.
Page 143 Features of your vehicle OAM049072 OAM049071 OAM049074 D270400BUN-C1 D270401AAM D270500BUN-C1 Multi box (if equipped) Type B (if equipped) Luggage box (if equipped) Type A (if equipped) To open the box, push the lever up and You can place a first aid kit, a reflector tri- the cover will open.
Page 144 “ready” position. • Putting lit cigarettes or matches If it is necessary to replace the cigarette in an ashtray with other com- lighter, use only a genuine KIA replace- bustible materials may cause a ment or its approved equivalent. fire.
Page 145 Features of your vehicle D280300AUN-U1 Cup holder WARNING Hot liquids • Do not place uncovered cups with hot liquid in the cup holder while the vehicle is in motion. If the hot liquid spills, you burn yourself. Such a burn to the driv- er could lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
Page 146 Features of your vehicle Front CAUTION • Use the power outlet only when the engine is running and remove the accessory plug after use. Using the accessory plug for pro- longed periods of time with the engine off could cause the bat- tery to discharge.
Page 147 Features of your vehicle OSA047143 OSA047133/H OAM049094 D280700AUN-C1 D280800AUN-SA D281000AUN-C1 Shopping bag holder Clothes hanger (if equipped) Luggage net holder (if equipped) (if equipped) CAUTION To keep items from shifting in the cargo area, you can use the 4 (or 6, if equipped) CAUTION Do not hang heavy clothes, since holders located in the cargo area to...
Page 148 Features of your vehicle If necessary, contact your authorized KIA dealer to obtain a luggage net. CAUTION To prevent damage to the goods or the vehicle, care should be taken when carrying fragile or bulky objects in the luggage compart- ment.
Page 149 Features of your vehicle EXTERIOR FEATURE (Continued) CAUTION • The vehicle center of gravity will • When carrying cargo on the roof be higher when items are loaded rack, take the necessary precau- onto the roof rack. Avoid sudden tions to make sure the cargo does starts, braking, sharp turns, not damage the roof of the vehicle.
Page 150 Features of your vehicle AUDIO SYSTEM CAUTION • Before entering a place with a low height clearance, be sure that the antenna is fully folded down or removed. • Be sure to remove the antenna before washing the car in an auto- matic car wash or it may be dam- aged.
Page 151 Features of your vehicle CDP mode VOLUME ( ) (1) Type A Type B It will function as the TRACK UP/DOWN • Push up the lever to increase volume. button. • Push down the lever to decrease vol- ume. CDC mode It will function as the TRACK UP/DOWN SEEK/PRESET ( ) (2)
Page 152 Features of your vehicle 1. ON : The light turns on. FM reception AM(MW, LW) reception 2. MOOD : The light shade changes automatically at regular inter- val. 3. MUSIC : The light blinks or changes shade according sound of the audio. If the audio is not turned on, the light does not turn on.
Page 153 Features of your vehicle FM radio station JBM003 JBM004 JBM005 FM broadcasts are transmitted at high • Fading - As your car moves away from • Station Swapping - As a FM signal frequencies and do not bend to follow the the radio station, the signal will weaken weakens, another more powerful sig- earth's surface.
Page 154 Features of your vehicle Using a cellular phone or a two-way Care of disc (if equipped) • Keep CDs in their cases after use to radio protect them from scratches or dirt. • If the temperature inside the car is too When a cellular phone is used inside the •...
Page 155 Features of your vehicle 1. FM/AM Selection Button RADIO, SET UP, VOLUME CONTROL(PA710/PA715 EUROPE) Turns to FM or AM mode, and toggles in the order of FM1 ➟ ➟ ➟ ➟ FM1... when the button is pressed each time. 2. CD/AUX Selection Button If there is a CD in the CDP DECK it turns to CD mode, If a device is connected to AUX, then it toggles in the order of CD...
Page 156 Features of your vehicle 5. Automatic Channel Selection PA710 MODEL • SCROLL ■ Button The setup changes in the order of TIME This function is used to display charac- ↔ SCROLL P.BASS TEMP ters longer than the LCD text display and ↔...
Page 157 Features of your vehicle 8. TUNE Knob & Sound Quality • TREBLE Control 10. Preset Button Control Knob To increase the TREBLE, rotate the knob Push [1]~[6] buttons less than 0.8 second clockwise, while to decrease the TRE- to play the channel saved in each button. Rotate the knob clockwise by one notch BLE, rotate the knob counterclockwise.
Page 158 Features of your vehicle 1. FM Selection Button RADIO, SET UP, VOLUME CONTROL(PA710/PA715 GENERAL) Turns to FM mode and toggles FM1 and FM2 when the button is pressed each time. 2. AM Selection Button Press the [AM] button to select the AM band.
Page 159 Features of your vehicle 5. Automatic Channel Selection PA710 MODEL • RETURN ■ Button The setup changes in the order of CLOCK This function displays the previous SCROLL P.BASS RETURN MODE screen. ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ • When the [SEEK ] button is pressed, TEMP SDVC...
Page 160 Features of your vehicle 8. TUNE Knob & Sound Quality • TREBLE Control Control Knob To increase the TREBLE, rotate the knob clockwise, while to decrease the TRE- Rotate the knob clockwise by one notch BLE, rotate the knob counterclockwise. to increase frequency by 200kHz from current frequency.
Page 161 Features of your vehicle CD(PA710/PA715 EUROPE) 1. CD Loading Slot 2. CD Eject Button 3. CD/AUX Selection Button 4. Automatic Track Selection Button 5. REPEAT Button 6. RANDOM Play Button 7. CD Indicator 8. SCAN Play Button CD(PA710/PA715 GENERAL) 9. INFO Button 10.
Page 162 Features of your vehicle 1. CD Loading Slot 4. Automatic Track Selection 6. RANDOM Play Button Button Please face printed side upward and gen- Press this button for less than 0.8 second • Press [TRACK ] button for less than tly push in.
Page 163 Features of your vehicle 9. INFO Button Displays the information of the current CD TRACK (FILE) in the order shown below each time the button is pressed. • CDDA : Disc Title Disc Artist Track ➟ ➟ Title Track Artist Total Track...
Page 164 Features of your vehicle USING USB(PA710/PA715 EUROPE) 1. USB Selection Button 2. TRACK Moving Button 3. REPEAT Selection Button 4. RANDOM Playback Button 5. SCAN Selection Button 6. INFO Button 7. SEARCH Knob & ENTER Button 8. FOLDER Moving Button USING USB(PA710/PA715 GENERAL) K_AM_EU_P_USB/K_AM_GEN_P_USB...
Page 165 Features of your vehicle 1. USB Selection Button 3. REPEAT Button 6. INFO Button If USB is connected, it switches to the Press this button for less than 0.8 second Displays the information of the currently USB mode from the other mode to play to activate 'RPT' mode and longer than played file in the order of File Name ➟...
Page 166 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) CAUTION - Using USB • Depending on the condition of • If you disconnect the external device the external USB device, the con- USB device during playback in • To use the external USB device, nected external USB device can USB mode, the external USB make sure the device is not con-...
Page 167 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) • If you use devices such as a USB • The data in the USB memory may hub you purchased separately, get lost while using this AUDIO. It the vehicle’s audio system may is recommeded to back up impor- not recognize the USB device.
Page 168 Features of your vehicle iPod RUNNING (PA710/PA715 EUROPE) 1. iPod Selection Button 2. TRACK Moving Button 3. REPEAT Selection Button 4. RANDOM Playback Button 5. INFO Button 6. SEARCH Knob & ENTER Button 7. CATEGORY Selection Button iPod RUNNING (PA710/PA715 GENERAL) ❈...
Page 169 Features of your vehicle 1. iPod Selection Button 4. RANDOM Playback Button 7. CATEGORY Selection Button If iPod is connected, it switches to the Press the button for less than 0.8 second Moves to the upper category from cur- iPod mode from the current mode to play to start or stop the random playback of rently played category of the iPod.
Page 170 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE - Using iPod device (Continued) CAUTION - Using iPod • Some iPod models might not support • When the iPod cable is connected, device the communication protocol and the the system can be switched to the •...
Page 171 Before driving / 5-3 Key positions / 5-4 Starting the engine / 5-5 Manual transaxle / 5-7 Automatic transaxle / 5-10 Brake system / 5-16 Cruise control system / 5-25 Economical operation / 5-29 Special driving conditions / 5-31 Winter driving / 5-35 Trailer towing / 5-39 Driving your vehicle Vehicle weight / 5-47...
Page 172 KIA dealer. • Do not run the engine in an enclosed area.
Page 173 Driving your vehicle BEFORE DRIVING E020100AUN • Be sure that all lights work. Before entering vehicle WARNING - Driving under • Check all gauges. the influence of alcohol or • Be sure that all windows, outside mir- • Check the operation of warning lights drugs when the ignition switch is turned to ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Page 174 Driving your vehicle KEY POSITIONS E030202BUN ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel is unlocked and elec- trical accessories are operative. ✽ ✽ NOTICE If difficulty is experienced turning the ignition switch to the ACC position, turn the key while turning the steering wheel right and left to release the tension.
Page 175 Driving your vehicle STARTING THE ENGINE E040000AUN 4. In extremely cold weather (below WARNING - Ignition switch -18°C / 0°F) or after the vehicle has WARNING not been operated for several days, let • Never turn the ignition switch to the engine warm up without depress- LOCK or ACC while the vehicle is Always wear appropriate shoes...
Page 176 Driving your vehicle E040101AUN Starting and stopping the engine for tur- Starting the diesel engine bocharger intercooler Glow indicator light 1. Do not race or accelerate the engine To start the diesel engine when the immediately after starting. engine is cold, it has to be pre-heated If the engine is cold, idle for several before starting the engine and then have seconds before sufficient lubrication is...
Page 177 Driving your vehicle MANUAL TRANSAXLE (IF EQUIPPED) E050100BUN-C1 CAUTION Manual transaxle operation • When downshifting from fifth The manual transaxle has 5 forward gear to fourth gear, caution gears. should be taken not to inadver- This shift pattern is imprinted on the shift tently press the gear shift lever knob.
Page 178 Driving your vehicle • During cold weather, shifting may be E050101AUN WARNING Using the clutch difficult until the transaxle lubricant has warmed up. This is normal and not The clutch should be pressed all the way • Before leaving the driver’s seat, harmful to the transaxle.
Page 179 Driving your vehicle E050200AUN-C1 • Exercise extreme caution when driving Good driving practices WARNING on a slippery surface. Be especially careful when braking, accelerating or • Always buckle-up! In a collision, • Never take the vehicle out of gear and shifting gears.
Page 180 Driving your vehicle AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (IF EQUIPPED) E060100AUN-U1 Automatic transaxle operation The automatic transaxle has 4 forward speeds and one reverse speed. The indi- vidual speeds are selected automatically, depending on the position of the shift lever. ✽ ✽ NOTICE The first few shifts on a new vehicle, if the battery has been disconnected, may be somewhat abrupt.
Page 181 Driving your vehicle For smooth operation, depress the brake E060101ASA CAUTION pedal when shifting from N (Neutral) to a Transaxle ranges forward or reverse gear. • To avoid damage your P (Park) transaxle, do not accelerate the Always come to a complete stop before engine in R (Reverse) or any for- shifting into P (Park).
Page 182 Driving your vehicle R (Reverse) D (Drive) 2 (Second Gear) Use this position to drive the vehicle This is the normal forward driving posi- Use 2 (Second Gear) for more power backward. tion. The transaxle will automatically shift when climbing hills and for increased through a 4-gear sequence, providing the braking when going down hills.
Page 183 2 (Second Gear) transaxle. Should this occur, have the or L(Low). Operating the vehicle vehicle checked by an authorized KIA above the maximum speed recom- dealer as soon as possible. mended for 2 (Second Gear) or...
Page 184 Driving your vehicle E060102AAM E060103AUN • Slow down before shifting to a lower Shift lock system (if equipped) Ignition key interlock system gear. Otherwise, the lower gear may (if equipped) not be engaged. For your safety, the automatic transaxle has a shift lock system which prevents The ignition key cannot be removed •...
Page 185 Driving your vehicle E060203AUN WARNING WARNING Moving up a steep grade from a stand- ing start • Always buckle-up! In a collision, If your vehicle becomes stuck in To move up a steep grade from a stand- an unbelted occupant is signifi- snow, mud, sand, etc., then you ing start, depress the brake pedal, shift cantly more likely to be seriously...
Page 186 Driving your vehicle BRAKE SYSTEM E070100AUN E070101AUN Power brakes WARNING In the event of brake failure Brakes If service brakes fail to operate while the Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes • Do not drive with your foot rest- vehicle is in motion, you can make an that adjust automatically through normal ing on the brake pedal.
Page 187: Parking Brake
Driving your vehicle E070102AUN-C1 Disc brakes wear indicator WARNING - Brake wear Your vehicle has disc brakes. This brake wear warning sound means your vehicle needs service. When your brake pads are worn and new If you ignore this audible warning, pads are required, you will hear a high- pitched warning sound from your front you will eventually lose braking...
Page 188 Driving your vehicle WARNING • To prevent unintentional move- ment when stopped and leaving the vehicle, do not use the shift lever instead of the parking brake. Set the parking brake AND make sure the shift lever is securely positioned in 1st (First) gear or R (Reverse) for manual transaxle equipped vehicles and (Park)
Page 189 Driving your vehicle E070300AUN-EE-U1 The ABS continuously senses the speed (Continued) Anti-lock brake system (ABS) of the wheels. If the wheels are going to • On roads where the road surface lock, the ABS system repeatedly modu- (if equipped) is pitted or has different surface lates the hydraulic brake pressure to the height.
Page 190 If the • Do not pump your brakes! light stays on, you may have a • Have the battery recharged before problem with your ABS. Contact driving the vehicle. an authorized KIA dealer as soon as possible.
Page 191 Driving your vehicle The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) WARNING system is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control Never drive too fast according to under adverse conditions. It is not a the road conditions or too quickly substitute for safe driving practices.
Page 192 Driving your vehicle E070501AUN-EE E070502AUN-EE When operating ESP operation ESP operation off When the ESP is in operation, ESP indicator light blinks. ESP ON condition ESP OFF state • When the Electronic Stability • When the ignition is turned • To cancel ESP operation, ON, ESP and ESP OFF indi- Program is operating proper- press the ESP OFF button...
Page 193 Driving your vehicle E070504AUN-C1 E07503AUN-EE-C1 ■ ESP indicator light ESP OFF usage CAUTION When driving • ESP should be turned on for daily driv- Driving with varying tire or wheel ing whenever possible. sizes may cause the ESP system to malfunction.
Page 194 • Be cautious when parking on a hill. an authorized KIA dealer for assis- Firmly engage the parking brake and tance. place the shift lever in P (automatic •...
Page 195 Driving your vehicle CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) E090000AUN ✽ ✽ NOTICE (Continued) The cruise control system allows you to During normal cruise control operation, • Do not use the cruise control program the vehicle to maintain a con- when the SET switch is activated or when it may not be safe to keep stant speed without pressing the acceler- reactivated after applying the brakes,...
Page 196 Driving your vehicle OAM059010L OAM059012L OAM059011L E090100AUN-KM 3. Push the SET - switch, and release it at E090200AUN To set cruise control speed: the desired speed. The SET indicator To increase cruise control set light in the instrument cluster will illumi- speed: 1.
Page 197 Driving your vehicle E090400AUN To temporarily accelerate with the cruise control on: If you want to speed up temporarily when the cruise control is on, depress the accelerator pedal. Increased speed will not interfere with cruise control operation or change the set speed. To return to the set speed, take your foot off the accelerator.
Page 198 Driving your vehicle Each of these actions will cancel cruise E090700AUN-AM control operation (the SET indicator light To turn cruise control off, do one in the instrument cluster will go off), but it of the following: will not turn the system off. If you wish to •...
Page 199 Driving your vehicle ECONOMICAL OPERATION E100000AUN-U1 • Don't "ride" the brake or clutch pedal. • Keep your vehicle in good condition. Your vehicle's fuel economy depends This can increase fuel consumption For better fuel economy and reduced mainly on your style of driving, where you and also increase wear on these com- maintenance costs, maintain your vehi- drive and when you drive.
Page 200 Therefore, have an authorized KIA speeds. loss of vehicle steering which dealer perform scheduled inspections could cause serious injury or and maintenance.
Page 201 Driving your vehicle SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS E110100AUN-U1 • If stalled in snow, mud, or sand, use E110200AEN Hazardous driving conditions Rocking the vehicle second gear. Accelerate slowly to avoid spinning the drive wheels. When hazardous driving conditions are If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to free •...
Page 202 Driving your vehicle WARNING - Spinning tires Do not spin the wheels, especially at speeds more than 56 km/h (35 mph). Spinning the wheels at high speeds when the vehicle is station- ary could cause a tire to overheat which could result in tire damage that may injure bystanders.
Page 203 Driving your vehicle • Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare • If your tires are not in good condition, from other driver's headlights. making a quick stop on wet pavement can cause a skid and possibly lead to • Keep your headlights clean and prop- an accident.
Page 204 Driving your vehicle Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil WARNING High speed travel consumes more fuel than urban motoring. Do not forget to • Underinflated overinflated check both engine coolant and engine tires can cause poor handling, oil. loss of vehicle control, and sud- den tire failure leading to acci- dents, injuries, and even death.
Page 205 Driving your vehicle WINTER DRIVING E120100AUN E120101AUN Snowy or icy conditions Snow tires If you mount snow tires on your vehicle, To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may make sure they are radial tires of the be necessary to use snow tires or to same size and load range as the original install tire chains on your tires.
Page 206 Driving your vehicle Chain installation CAUTION When installing chains, follow the manu- • Make sure the snow chains are facturer's instructions and mount them as the correct size and type for your tightly as you can. Drive slowly with tires. Incorrect snow chains can chains installed.
Page 207 • Stop driving and retighten the 7. The level of charge in your battery can chains any time you hear them be checked by an authorized KIA dealer hitting the vehicle. or a service station. 5 37...
Page 208 Window washer anti-freeze is available from an authorized KIA dealer Under some conditions, snow and ice and most auto parts outlets. Do not use can build up under the fenders and inter- engine coolant or other types of anti- fere with the steering.
Page 209 Ask an 100kg (220.4 lbs), whichever value is just driving your vehicle by itself. authorized KIA dealer for further details lower. In this case, do not exceed 100 Trailering means changes in handling, before towing.
Page 210 • The bumpers on your vehicle are not • Right side intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper. • KIA trailer hitch accessory is available at an authorized KIA dealer.
Page 211 Driving your vehicle E140200AUN-U1 E140300AUN E140400ASA Safety chains Trailer brakes Driving with a trailer should always attach chains If your trailer is equipped with a braking Towing a trailer requires a certain between your vehicle and your trailer. system, make sure it conforms to your amount of experience.
Page 212 Driving your vehicle E140401AUN E140404AUN An authorized KIA dealer can assist you Following distance Making turns in installing the wiring harness. Stay at least twice as far behind the vehi- When you’re turning with a trailer, make cle ahead as you would when driving wider turns than normal.
Page 213 Driving your vehicle E140407ATD 5. Start the vehicle, hold the brakes, shift CAUTION Parking on hills to neutral, release the parking brake and slowly release the brakes until the • When towing a trailer on steep Generally, if you have a trailer attached to trailer chocks absorb the load.
Page 214 Driving your vehicle E140500ASA When you are ready to leave after park- CAUTION Maintenance when trailer towing ing on a hill 1. With the manual transaxle in Neutral • Due to higher load during trailer Your vehicle will need service more often or automatic transaxle in P (Park), usage, overheating might occur when you regularly pull a trailer.
Page 215 52 (114.6) transaxle damage. on the coupling device • When towing a trailer, be sure to con- sult an authorized KIA dealer for fur- Recommended distance ther information on additional require- from rear wheel center to coupling point 825 (32.5) ments such as a towing kit, etc.
Page 216 Driving your vehicle The trailer tongue should weigh a maxi- mum of 10% of the total loaded trailer weight, within the limits of the maximum trailer tongue load permissible. After you've loaded your trailer, weigh the trail- er and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.
Page 217 Driving your vehicle VEHICLE WEIGHT E160000AUN E160300AUN E160700AUN Cargo weight GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) This section will guide you in the proper This figure includes all weight added to This is the maximum allowable weight of loading of your vehicle and/or trailer, to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo the fully loaded vehicle (including all keep your loaded vehicle weight within its...
Page 218 Road warning / 6-2 In case of an emergency while driving / 6-2 If the engine will not start / 6-3 Emergency starting / 6-4 If the engine overheats / 6-6 If you have a flat tire (with spare tire) / 6-7 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) / 6-15 Towing / 6-19 Emergency commodity / 6-24...
Page 219 What to do in an emergency IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY ROAD WARNING WHILE DRIVING It should be used whenever emergency repairs are being made or when the vehi- F020100AUN cle is stopped near the edge of a road- If the engine stalls at a crossroad way.
Page 220 4. If the engine still does not start, call an 4. Check the starter connections to be authorized KIA dealer or seek other F020300AUN sure they are securely tightened. qualified assistance. If engine stalls while driving 5.
Page 221 What to do in an emergency EMERGENCY STARTING F040100AUN Jumper Cables Jump starting WARNING - Battery • Keep all flames or sparks away Jump starting can be dangerous if done from the battery. The battery pro- incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm to duces hydrogen gas which may yourself or damage to your vehicle or explode if exposed to flame or...
Page 222 (2). cle checked by an authorized KIA dealer. Proceed to connect one end of the other jumper cable to the negative ter- minal of the booster battery (3), then...
Page 223 Do not and this should be checked as soon open the hood until the coolant has as possible by an authorized KIA 5. If the water pump drive belt is broken stopped running or the steaming has dealer.
Page 224 What to do in an emergency IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE (WITH SPARE TIRE, IF EQUIPPED) F070101ASA-U1 Jacking instructions WARNING - Changing tires The jack is provided for emergency • Never attempt vehicle repairs tire changing only. in the traffic lanes of a public road or highway.
Page 225 What to do in 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 226 What to do in an emergency WARNING - Changing a tire • To prevent vehicle movement while changing a tire, always set the parking brake fully, and always block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel being changed. • We recommend that wheels of the vehicle be chocked, and that no person...
Page 227 What to do in an emergency 9. Loosen the wheel nuts and remove them with your fingers. Slide the wheel off the studs and lay it flat so it cannot roll away. To put the wheel on the hub, pick up the spare tire, line up the holes with the studs and slide the wheel onto them.
Page 228 Then double-check each nut for tightness. After changing wheels, have an authorized KIA dealer tight- en the wheel nuts to their proper torque as soon as possible. Wheel nut tightening torque: Steel wheel &...
Page 229 Adjust for thread style before installing it to the specified pressure, if aftermarket lug nuts or wheels. necessary. Refer to “Tires and If in doubt, consult an author- wheels” in section 8. ized KIA dealer.
Page 230 What to do in an emergency F070301ASA When using a compact spare tire, Important - use of compact spare tire WARNING observe the following precautions: (if equipped) The compact spare tire is for • Under no circumstances should Your vehicle is equipped with a com- emergency use only.
Page 231 What to do in an emergency • Do not take this vehicle through an • The compact spare tire should not automatic car wash while the com- be used on any other wheels, nor pact spare tire is installed. should standard tires, snow tires, wheel covers or trim rings be used •...
Page 232 What to do in an emergency TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) (IF EQUIPPED) As an added safety feature, your Your vehicle has also been equipped vehicle has been equipped with a tire with a TPMS malfunction indicator to pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicate when the system is not that illuminates a low tire pressure operating properly.
Page 233 What to do in an emergency F060100AFD-AM CAUTION WARNING Low tire pres- Low tire pressure tell- In winter or cold weather, the low sure tale tire pressure telltale may be illu- Significantly low tire pressure minated if the tire pressure was makes the vehicle unstable and adjusted to the recommended can contribute to loss of vehicle...
Page 234 KIA dealer as soon as possible or power supply cable or radio trans- replace the flat tire with the spare The TPMS malfunction indicator mitters such as police stations, gov- tire.
Page 235 Monitoring continuous driving, please visit an brakes gradually and with System. The liquid sealant can authorized KIA dealer. light force, and slowly move to damage the tire pressure sen- a safe position off the road. You may not be able to identify a low sors.
Page 236 • Do not tow the vehicle backwards recommend having it done by an author- with the front wheels on the ized KIA dealer or a commercial tow- ground as this may cause dam- truck service. Proper lifting and towing age to the vehicle.
Page 237 What to do in an emergency When towing your vehicle in an emer- gency without wheel dollies : 1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC posi- tion. 2. Place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral). 3. Release the parking brake. CAUTION Failure to place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral) may cause inter-...
Page 238 Always pull straight ahead. F080300ASA Emergency towing If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by an authorized KIA dealer or a commercial tow truck service. 6 21...
Page 239 Contact an authorized feet) long. Attach a white or red cloth tral. Do not tow at speeds greater KIA dealer or a commercial tow (about 30 cm (12 inches) wide) in the than 40 km/h (25 mph) and for truck service for assistance.
Page 240 What to do in an emergency F080400AUN-C1 Tie-down hook (for flatbed towing, if equipped) WARNING Do not use the tie-down hooks under the front (or rear) of the vehi- cle for towing purposes. These hooks are designed ONLY for trans- port tie-down.
Page 241 What to do in an emergency EMERGENCY COMMODITY (IF EQUIPPED) F110000AUN F110200AUN To check the tire pressure, take the fol- First aid kit There are some emergency commodities lowing steps; in the vehicle to help you respond to the 1. Unscrew the inflation valve cap that is There are some items such as scissors, emergency situation.
Page 242 Engine compartment / 7-2 Maintenance services / 7-4 Owner maintenance / 7-6 Scheduled maintenance service / 7-8 Explanation of scheduled maintenance items / 7-21 Engine oil / 7-25 Engine coolant / 7-26 Brake/clutch fluid / 7-29 Automatic transaxle fluid / 7-30 Washer fluid / 7-32 Parking brake / 7-32 Fuel filter / 7-33...
Page 243: Engine Coolant Reservoir
Maintenance ENGINE COMPARTMENT ■ ■ Gasoline Engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Air cleaner 5. Fuse box 6. Negative battery terminal 7. Positive battery terminal 8. Radiator cap 9. Engine oil dipstick 10.
Page 244: Fuel Filter
Maintenance ■ ■ Diesel Engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Fuel filter 5. Air cleaner 6. Fuse box 7. Negative battery terminal 8. Positive battery terminal 9. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick* 10.
Page 245 You should retain documents that show cle, we strongly recommend that you from KIA in order to provide you with a proper maintenance has been performed have an authorized KIA dealer perform high level of service satisfaction.
Page 246 The fuel jet pro- knowledge and experience or the authorized KIA dealer with special tools. duced by fuel leaks may cause seri- proper tools and equipment to do ous injury, if it touches the body.
Page 247 • Note any changes in the sound of the When you stop for fuel: the owner or an authorized KIA dealer at exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes • Check the engine oil level.
Page 248 Maintenance G030103AUN-U1 G030104AUN-U1 G030105APA-U1 At least monthly: At least twice a year At least once a year: (i.e., every Spring and Fall): • Check the coolant level in the engine • Clean the body and door drain holes. coolant reservoir. •...
Page 249 Maintenance SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICE G040000AED If your vehicle is operated under the above conditions, you should inspect, Follow Normal Maintenance Schedule if the vehicle is usually operated replace or refill more frequently than the where none of the following conditions following Normal Maintenance Schedule.
Page 250 Maintenance G040100ASA-C1 NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - GASOLINE ENGINE MAINTENANCE Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first INTERVALS Months Miles×1,000 MAINTENANCE ITEM Km×1,000 Drive belts * Engine oil and engine For Middle East Replace every 10,000 km (6,250 miles) or 12 months * oil filter * Except Middle East Inspect every 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 48 months...
Page 251 : For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items. : Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. An authorized KIA dealer should perform the operation.
Page 252 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - GASOLINE ENGINE (CONT.) MAINTENANCE Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first INTERVALS Months Miles×1,000 MAINTENANCE Km×1,000 ITEM At first, replace at 100,000 km (62,500 miles) or 60 months: For Europe after that, replace every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 24 months * Engine coolant * At first, replace at 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 24 months: Except Europe...
Page 253 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - GASOLINE ENGINE (CONT.) MAINTENANCE Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first 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 Bolt and nuts on chassis and body Air conditioner refrigerant (if equipped) Air conditioner compressor (if equipped)
Page 254 Maintenance G040200ASA-C1 MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS - GASOLINE ENGINE 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 intervals MAINTENANCE ITEM...
Page 255 Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance intervals MAINTENANCE ITEM Driving condition operation Inspect more frequently Front suspension ball joints C, D, E, F, G depending on the condition Inspect more frequently Disc brakes and pads, calipers and rotors C, D, E, G, H depending on the condition Inspect more frequently Drum brakes and linings (if equipped)
Page 256 Maintenance G040300ASA-C1 NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - DIESEL ENGINE MAINTENANCE Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first INTERVALS Months Miles×1,000 12.5 37.5 62.5 87.5 MAINTENANCE ITEM Km×1,000 Drive belts * Engine oil and For Europe engine oil filter * Except Europe Replace every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 12 months Tensioner, idler and damper pulley...
Page 257 : This maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality. It is applicable only when using a qualified fuel <"EN590 or equivalent">. If the diesel fuel specifications don't meet the EN590, it must be replaced more frequently. KIA recommends "every 7,500km inspection, every 15,000km replacement".
Page 258 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - DIESEL ENGINE (CONT.) MAINTENANCE Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first INTERVALS Months Miles×1,000 12.5 37.5 62.5 87.5 MAINTENANCE ITEM Km×1,000 Inspect “Coolant level adjustment and leak” every day Cooling system Inspect “Water pump” when replacing the drive belt At first, replace at 100,000 km (62,500 miles) or 60 months: For Europe after that, replace every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 24 months *...
Page 259 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - DIESEL ENGINE (CONT.) Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Months Miles×1,000 12.5 37.5 62.5 87.5 MAINTENANCE ITEM Km×1,000 Disc brakes and pads Drum brakes and linings (if equipped) Steering gear rack, linkage and boots Drive shaft and boots Tire (pressure &...
Page 260 Maintenance G040400ASA-C1 MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS - DIESEL ENGINE 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 261 Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance intervals MAINTENANCE ITEM Driving condition operation Inspect more frequently Front suspension ball joints C, D, E, F, G depending on the condition Inspect more frequently Disc brakes and pads, calipers and rotors C, D, E, G, H depending on the condition Inspect more frequently Drum brakes and linings (if equipped)
Page 262 Have driven in severe conditions, more fre- issues such as hard starting. If an exces- an authorized KIA dealer replace any quent oil and filter changes are required. sive amount of foreign matter accumu- damaged or leaking parts immediately.
Page 263 Air cleaner filter hoses (if equipped) Inspect all parts related to the timing belt A Genuine KIA air cleaner filter is recom- for damage and deformation. Replace mended when the filter is replaced. Inspect the surface of hoses for evidence any damaged parts immediately.
Page 264 Maintenance G051100AUN G051400AUN G051700AUN Cooling system Automatic transaxle fluid Parking brake (if equipped) Check cooling system components, such Inspect the parking brake system includ- as radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses and ing the parking brake pedal and cables. The fluid level should be in the "HOT" connections for leakage and damage.
Page 265 Maintenance G052200AUN G052400AUN Steering gear box, linkage & Drive shafts and boots boots/lower arm ball joint Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration, or damage. With the vehicle stopped and engine off, Replace any damaged parts and, if nec- check for excessive free-play in the essary, repack the grease.
Page 266 Maintenance ENGINE OIL 3. Turn the engine off and wait for a few minutes (about 5 minutes) for the oil to return to the oil pan. 4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and reinsert it fully. WARNING - Radiator hose Be very careful not to touch the radiator hose when checking or...
Page 267 Have the engine oil and filter changed by it cools down. Use extreme care coolant. The reservoir is filled at the fac- an authorized KIA dealer according to when removing the radiator cap. tory. the Maintenance Schedule at the begin-...
Page 268 If the coolant level is low, add enough specified coolant to provide protection against freezing and corrosion. Bring the level to F, but do not overfill. If frequent additions are required, see an authorized KIA dealer for a cooling system inspec- tion. 7 27...
Page 269 Coolant • Do not use radiator coolant or Have the coolant changed by an author- antifreeze in the washer fluid ized KIA dealer according to the reservoir. Maintenance Schedule at the beginning • Radiator coolant can severely of this section.
Page 270 Before removing the reservoir cap and time should never be used as its an authorized KIA dealer. adding brake/clutch fluid, clean the area quality cannot be guaranteed. It around the reservoir cap thoroughly to should be properly disposed.
Page 271 Maintenance AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING - Transaxle fluid The transaxle fluid level should be checked when the engine is at nor- mal operating temperature. This means that the engine, radiator, radiator hose and exhaust system etc., are very hot. Exercise great care not to burn yourself during this procedure.
Page 272 Have the automatic transaxle fluid transaxle fluid and distinguish it from changed by an authorized KIA dealer engine oil or antifreeze. The red dye, according to the Maintenance Schedule which is not an indicator of fluid quali- at the beginning of this section.
Page 273 If the stroke is more or Do not drink and avoid coming in less than specified, have the parking contact with the windshield wash- brake adjusted by an authorized KIA er fluid. Serious injury or death dealer. could occur.
Page 274 ON position. G150200AUN If this warning light illuminates, Fuel filter cartridge replacement take your car to an authorized KIA dealer and have drain the ✽ ✽ NOTICE OAM079041 water and checked the sys- G150300ASA-AM When replacing the fuel filter cartridge, tem.
Page 275 Maintenance AIR CLEANER OAM079043 OAM079044 OAM079046 G160100AAM 1. Loosen the air cleaner cover attaching 2. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner. Filter replacement clips and open the cover. 3. Replace the air cleaner filter. You can clean the filter when inspecting 4.
Page 276 Commercial hot waxes applied by auto- solvents on or near them. matic car washes have been known to • Use a KIA genuine part. Use of make the windshield difficult to clean. nongenuine parts could damage the air flow sensor or turbocharg-...
Page 277 Maintenance G180200AUN Blade replacement When the wipers no longer clean ade- quately, the blades may be worn or cracked, and require replacement. CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components, do not attempt to move the wipers manual- 1JBA7037 1LDA5023 G180201AUN...
Page 278: If Equipped
Maintenance OED076040 OED076041 G180202AED 2. Install the new blade assembly by Rear window wiper blade inserting the center part into the slot in (if equipped) the wiper arm until it clicks into place. 1. Raise the wiper arm and pull out the 3.
Page 279 Maintenance BATTERY (Continued) WARNING - Battery dangers If any electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush your eyes Always read the following with clean water for at least instructions carefully when 15 minutes and get immedi- handling a battery. ate medical attention. Keep lighted cigarettes and If electrolyte gets on your all other flames or sparks...
Page 280 Maintenance G190200AUN (Continued) Battery recharging WARNING - Recharging • When lifting a plastic-cased bat- battery Your vehicle has a maintenance-free, tery, excessive pressure on the When recharging battery, calcium-based battery. case may cause battery acid to observe the following precautions: •...
Page 281 Maintenance G190300AUN-SA WARNING Reset items • Before performing maintenance Items should be reset after the battery or recharging the battery, turn off has been discharged or the battery has all accessories and stop the been disconnected. engine. • Sunroof (See section 4) •...
Page 282 If a recommended for your vehicle. tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by an author- G200200AUN ized KIA dealer. Recommended cold tire inflation • Overinflation produces OUN086005 pressures...
Page 283 Maintenance G200300AUN CAUTION CAUTION - Tire pressure Checking tire inflation pressure • Warm tires normally exceed Always observe the following: Check your tires once a month or recommended cold tire pres- • Check tire pressure when the more. sures by 28 to 41 kPa (4 to 6 tires are cold.
Page 284 • Remember to check the pres- Refer to “Tire and wheels” in section 8. sure of your spare tire. KIA recommends that you check the spare every time you check the pressure of the other tires on your vehicle.
Page 285 Maintenance Disc brake pads should be inspected G200500AUN Without a spare tire Wheel alignment and tire balance for wear whenever tires are rotated. The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the ✽ ✽ NOTICE factory to give you the longest tire life Rotate radial tires that have an and best overall performance.
Page 286 • Replace tires that are worn, • Wheels that do not meet KIA’s show uneven wear, or are specifications may fit poorly damaged. Worn tires can and result in damage to the...
Page 287 Maintenance G200601AUN G200700BUN G200800AUN-U1 Compact spare tire replacement (if Wheel replacement Tire traction equipped) When replacing the metal wheels for Tire traction can be reduced if you A compact spare tire has a shorter any reason, make sure the new drive on worn tires, tires that are tread life than a regular size tire.
Page 288 Maintenance G201002AUN-C1 89 - Load Index, a numerical code 2. Tire size designation associated with the maximum A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire load the tire can carry. size designation. You will need this H - Speed Rating Symbol. See the information when selecting replace- speed rating chart in this section ment tires for your car.
Page 289 Maintenance G201003APA Tire speed ratings 3. Checking tire life (TIN : Tire WARNING - Tire age The chart below lists many of the dif- Identification Number) ferent speed ratings currently being Tires degrade over time, even Any tires that are over 6 years old, used for passenger car tires.
Page 290 Maintenance G201005AUN G2010007AEN These grades are molded on the 5. Maximum permissible inflation 7. Uniform tire quality grading side-walls of passenger vehicle tires. pressure Quality grades can be found where The tires available as standard or This number is the greatest amount applicable on the tire sidewall optional equipment on your vehicle of air pressure that should be put in...
Page 291 Maintenance Temperature -A, B & C WARNING - Tire The temperature grades are A (the temperature highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of The temperature grade for this heat and its ability to dissipate heat tire is established for a tire that when tested under controlled condi- is properly inflated and not...
Page 292 Avoid using Normal Blown the system involved and immediately CAUTION consult an authorized KIA dealer. Multi fuse Three kinds of fuses are used: blade type Do not use a screwdriver or any other metal object to remove fuses...
Page 293 5. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, 2. Open the fuse panel cover. and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. If it fits loosely, consult an authorized KIA dealer. If you do not have a spare, use a fuse of...
Page 294 Maintenance ✽ ✽ NOTICE • If the memory fuse is pulled up from the fuse panel, the warning chime, audio, clock and interior lamps, etc., will not operate. Some items must be reset after replacement. Refer to “Battery” in this section. •...
Page 295 To remove or insert the fuse, If the main fuse is blown, consult an use the fuse puller in the driver’s side Authorized KIA dealer. panel in the vehicle. 4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips.
Page 296 Maintenance G210300AUN-EE Fuse/relay panel description Inside the fuse/relay panel covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity. Inner fuse panel Engine compartment fuse panel ✽ ✽ NOTICE Not all fuse panel descriptions in this manual may be applicable to your vehi- cle.
Page 297 Maintenance Inner fuse panel Description Fuse rating Protected component P/WDW LH Power Window Main Switch, Rear Power Window Switch LH P/WDW RH Power Window Main Switch, Passenger Power Window Switch, Rear Power Window Switch RH FOLD'G Data Link Connector, Power Outside Mirror Switch HAZARD Hazard Relay, Hazard Switch TAIL LH...
Page 298 Maintenance Description Fuse rating Protected component STOP Stop Lamp Relay, E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Multipurpose Check Connector) TCM (Diesel), Vehicle Speed Sensor (M/T), Pulse Generator 'A', Pulse Generator 'B', Over Drive Switch ABS Control Module, ESP Control Module, ESP Switch, Steering Angle Sensor A/C Control Module, Rear Parking Assist Buzzer, EPS Control Module, Tire Pressure Monitoring Module, IGN 1 E/R Fuse &...
Page 299 Maintenance Engine compartment fuse panel Description Fuse rating Protected component I/P Junction Box (Relay - Tail Lamp, Fuse - TAIL LH 10A, TAIL RH 10A, S/ROOF 20A, AMP 25A, BATT 2 DR LOCK 20A, STOP 15A, T/GATE 15A, F/FOG 15A, R/FOG 10A, Power Connector - ROOM 10A, AUDIO 15A) I/P Junction Box (Relay - Power Window, Fuse - P/WDW LH 25A, P/WDW RH 25A, FOLD'G 10A, BATT 1...
Page 300 Maintenance Description Fuse rating Protected component Diesel - TCM ECU B Gasoline - ECM, PCM ECU 3 Diesel - Fuel Pressure Regulating Valve ECU 2 Diesel - Stop Lamp Switch Diesel - ECM ECU 1 Gasoline - ECM, PCM Diesel - DSL Fuse & Relay Box (Glow Relay, PTC 1 Relay, PTC 2 Relay, PTC 3 Relay), INJECTOR Camshaft Position Sensor, Electrical EGR Actuator, VGT Actuator, Immobilizer Module Gasoline - Injector #1 ~ #4, Idle Speed Control Actuator, Immobilizer Module, Fuel Pump Relay...
Page 301 WARNING - Working on the correct bulbs and the expertise, the lights consult an authorized KIA dealer. In Prior to working on the light, firmly many cases, it is difficult to replace apply the parking brake, ensure vehicle light bulbs because other...
Page 302 Maintenance (Continued) • If a bulb becomes damaged or cracked, replace it immediately and carefully dispose of it. • Wear eye protection when chang- ing a bulb. Allow the bulb to cool down before handling it. G270A03O OAM079048L G220101AUN 1. Open the hood. Headlight bulb 2.
Page 303 Maintenance 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. 10. Install the headlight bulb cover by turning it clockwise.
Page 304 Maintenance G220102AKM 5. Insert a new bulb in the socket. Front fog light bulbs (if equipped) 6. Reassemble the socket and the lens 1. Remove the front bumper under cover. part. 2. Reach your hand into the back of the 7.
Page 305 Maintenance OAM079033 OAM079031L OAM079032 G220300AUN-EE 1. Open the tailgate. Rear combination light bulb 2. Loosen the light assembly retaining replacement screws with a cross-tip screwdriver. 3. Remove the rear combination light (1) Stop and tail light assembly from the body of the vehicle. (2) Back-up light (3) Rear turn signal light (4) Rear fog light (if equipped)
Page 306 Maintenance 6. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into Rear fog light the socket and rotating it until it locks 1. Remove the light assembly from the into place. vehicle by removing the screw. 7. Install the socket in the assembly by 2.
Page 307 Maintenance 4. Install a new bulb in the socket and install the socket to the lens. 5. Reinstall the lens securely. OAM079040 OFD067030 G220400AFD License plate light bulb replace- ment 1. Remove the lens by pressing the tabs. 2. Remove the socket from the lens. 3.
Page 308 Maintenance Map lamp (if equipped) WARNING Prior to working on the Interior Lights, ensure that the “OFF” but- ton is depressed to avoid burning your fingers or receiving an electric shock. 3. Install a new bulb in the socket. 4. Align the lens tabs with the interior OAM079037 light housing notches and snap the Room lamp...
Page 309 Maintenance APPEARANCE CARE Exterior care Even prompt washing with plain water may not completely remove all these G230101AUN deposits. A mild soap, safe for use on Exterior general caution painted surfaces, may be used. It is very important to follow the label After washing, rinse the vehicle thor- directions when using any chemical oughly with lukewarm or cold water.
Page 310 Maintenance G230103AUN G230104AUN Waxing Finish damage repair Bright-metal maintenance Wax the vehicle when water will no longer bead on the paint. Deep scratches or stone chips in the • To remove road tar and insects, use a painted surface must be repaired tar remover, not a scraper or other Always wash and dry the vehicle before promptly.
Page 311 Maintenance G230105ASA-U1 G230106AUN Underbody maintenance WARNING Aluminum wheel maintenance Corrosive materials used for ice and The aluminum wheels are coated with a After washing the vehicle, test the snow removal and dust control may col- clear protective finish. brakes while driving slowly to see if lect on the underbody.
Page 312 Maintenance G230107ASA-U1 High-corrosion areas Moisture breeds corrosion Corrosion protection If you live in an area where your vehicle Moisture creates the conditions in which is regularly exposed to corrosive materi- corrosion is most likely to occur. For Protecting your vehicle from corrosion als, corrosion protection is particularly example, corrosion is accelerated by By using the most advanced design and...
Page 313 Maintenance • When cleaning underneath the vehicle, Keep paint and trim in good condition To help prevent corrosion give particular attention to the compo- You can help prevent corrosion from get- Scratches or chips in the finish should be nents under the fenders and other ting started by observing the following: covered with "touch-up"...
Page 314 Maintenance Interior care G230202AUN G230203AUN Cleaning the upholstery and interior Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt web- G230201AUN trim bing Interior general precautions Vinyl Clean the belt webbing with any mild Prevent caustic solutions such as per- soap solution recommended for cleaning Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl fume and cosmetic oil from contacting upholstery or carpet.
Page 315 System is designed to prevent fuel ommended that you have your vehicle vapors from escaping into the atmos- inspected and maintained by an author- phere. ized KIA dealer in accordance with the maintenance schedule in this manual.
Page 316 Maintenance G270201AUN G270300AUN G270302AUN Canister 3. Exhaust emission control Engine exhaust gas precautions (car- bon monoxide) Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel system tank are absorbed and stored in the • Carbon monoxide can be present with The Exhaust Emission Control System is onboard canister.
Page 317 • Never sit in a parked or stopped vehi- tem. All inspections and adjustments objects, such as grass, vegetation, cle for any extended time with the must be made by an authorized KIA paper, leaves, etc. engine running. dealer. • When the engine stalls or fails to start, •...
Page 318 Dimensions / 8-2 Bulb wattage / 8-2 Tires and wheels / 8-3 Recommended lubricants and capacities / 8-4 Vehicle identification number (VIN) / 8-6 Vehicle certification label / 8-6 Tire specification and pressure label / 8-7 Engine number / 8-7 Specifications &...
Page 319 Specifications & Consumer information DIMENSIONS BULB WATTAGE I010000BUN-EE-C1 I030000AUN-KM-ED Item mm (in) Light Bulb Wattage Overall length 4105 (161.6) Headlights (High/Low) 60/55 Overall width 1785 (70.3) Front turn signal lights Position lights Overall height * 1610 (63.4) / 1660 (65.4)* Side repeater lights* Front tread 1570 (61.8)*...
Page 320 Specifications & Consumer information TIRES AND WHEELS I020000AUN-EE-AM Inflation pressure Tire bar (psi, kPa) Wheel lug nut torque Wheel size Item size Maximum load kg•m (lb•ft, N•m) Normal load Front Rear Front Rear 195/65R15 6.0J×15 Full size tire 205/55R16 6.5J×16 (33, 230) (33, 230) (36, 250) (42, 290) Compact spare tire T125/80D15...
Page 321 Specifications & Consumer information RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES I040000AUN-EE-C1 To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy. These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
Page 322 Specifications & Consumer information I040100AUN-C1 Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an When choosing an oil, consider the range Recommended SAE viscosity effect on fuel economy and cold weather of temperature your vehicle will be oper- operating (engine start and engine oil number ated in before the next oil change.
Page 323 Specifications & Consumer information VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL (IF EQUIPPED) Type A Type B (if equipped) Type A OAM089002L OVQ076002N OUN088001 Type B H010010AAM H010000AAM VIN label (if equipped) The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the number used in registering your car The VIN is also on a plate attached to the and in all legal matters pertaining to its top of the dashboard.
Page 324 Specifications & Consumer information ENGINE NUMBER TIRE SPECIFICATION AND PRESSURE LABEL 1.6 Gasoline engine Diesel engine ■ ■ OAM089003 OAM089005 OUN086005 2.0 Gasoline engine ■ H030000AUN The tires supplied on your new vehicle are chosen to provide the best perform- ance for normal driving.
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Page 326 Index Air bag - supplemental restraint system ························3-38 Economical operation ····················································5-29 Air cleaner ·····································································7-34 Emergency commodity ··················································6-24 Appearance care·····························································7-68 Emergency starting ··························································6-4 Audio system ·································································4-78 Emission control system················································7-74 Automatic transaxle ·······················································5-10 Engine compartment ·················································2-4/7-2 Automatic transaxle fluid ··············································7-30 Engine coolant ·······························································7-26 Engine number·································································8-7 Engine oil·······································································7-25 Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ···············7-21...
Page 327 Index Manual transaxle······························································5-7 Mirrors ···········································································4-27 If the engine overheats·····················································6-6 If the engine will not start ···············································6-3 If you have a flat tire (with spare tire) ····························6-7 In case of an emergency while driving····························6-2 Owner maintenance ·························································7-6 Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster ···················1-6 Instrument cluster ··························································4-31 Instrument panel overview ··············································2-3 Interior features······························································4-72...
Page 328 Index Storage compartment ·····················································4-70 Sunroof···········································································4-21 Tailgate···········································································4-11 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)····················6-15 Tire specification and pressure label ·······························8-7 Tires and wheels······················································7-41/8-3 Towing ···········································································6-19 Trailer towing ································································5-39 Vehicle break-in process··················································1-5 Vehicle certification label ················································8-6 Vehicle identification number (VIN)·······························8-6 Vehicle weight ·······························································5-47 Washer fluid···································································7-32 Windows ········································································4-13 Windshield defrosting and defogging····························4-68 Winter driving································································5-35...

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