Page 1 It is a company that has thousands of employees focused on building high-quality vehicles at affordable prices. The first syllable, KI, in the word “KIA” means “to arise from to the world” or “to come up out of to the world”. The second syllable, a, means “Asia”.
Page 2 Thank you for choosing a KIA vehicle. The information and specifications provided in this manual were accurate at the time of printing. KIA reserves the right to When you require service, remember that your KIA dealer discontinue or change specifications or design at any time 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: Vehicle Break-In Process /
Introduction How to use this manual / 1-2 Fuel requirements / 1-3 Vehicle break-in process / 1-4 Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster / 1-5...
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL A010000BUN 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: Fuel Requirements
FUEL, as well as minimize exhaust emis- KIA recommends that customers do not of unleaded gasoline. sions and spark plug fouling. use fuel with an ethanol content exceed- Do not use gasohol containing more than ing 10 percent.
Page 7: Vehicle Break-In Process
Gasolines for cleaner air • Do not maintain a single speed for long To help contribute to cleaner air, KIA rec- periods of time, either fast or slow. CAUTION ommends that you use gasolines treated...
Page 8: Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Cluster
Introduction INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER A050000AUN-EC Low windshield washer fluid level warning light Door ajar warning light (if equipped) Charging system warning light Seat belt warning light Malfunction indicator High beam indicator Air bag warning light Turn signal indicator Front fog light indicator (if equipped) Cruise indicator (if equipped) Cruise SET indicator (if equipped)
Page 9: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your vehicle at a glance Interior overview / 2-2 Instrument panel overview / 2-3 Engine compartment / 2-4...
Page 10: Table Of Contents
Your vehicle at a glance INTERIOR OVERVIEW 1. Door lock/unlock button ......4-9 2. Inner door handle......4-10 3. Outside rearview mirror control switch ..........4-30 4. Central door lock switch....4-10 5. Power window lock button....4-17 6. Power window switches ....4-15 7. Fuse box ..........7-45 8.
Page 11 Your vehicle at a glance INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW 1. Driver’s front air bag......3-48 2. Light control / Turn signals ....4-52 3. Instrument cluster......4-32 4. Wiper/Washer........4-55 5. Auto cruise controls*......5-24 6. Ignition switch........5-4 7. Vent controls ......4-64/4-73 8. Digital clock..........4-87 9. Hazard warning flasher switch...4-51/6-2 10.
Page 12 Your vehicle at a glance ENGINE COMPARTMENT ■ ■ 2.4L Engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir ....7-17 2. Engine oil filler cap ......7-16 3. Brake fluid reservoir......7-20 4. Air cleaner.........7-25 5. Fuse box ...........7-46 6. Negative battery terminal ...6-4/7-28 7. Positive battery terminal .....6-4/7-28 8.
Page 13 Your vehicle at a glance ■ ■ 2.7L Engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir ....7-17 2. Engine oil filler cap ......7-16 3. Brake fluid reservoir......7-20 4. Air cleaner.........7-25 5. Fuse box ...........7-46 6. Negative battery terminal ...6-4/7-28 7. Positive battery terminal .....6-4/7-28 8.
Page 14 Seats / 3-2 Seat belts / 3-18 Child restraint system / 3-32 Air bag-advanced supplemental restraint system / 3-40 Safety features of your vehicle...
Page 15: Seats
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 Power seat 2nd row seats (6) Forward and backward* 7-Seater (7) Seatback angle (8) Walk-in seat* (9) Headrest Manual seat 3rd row seats*...
Page 16: Safety Features Of Your Vehicle
Safety features of your vehicle WARNING - WARNING WARNING Uprighting - Driver’s seat - Rear seat- seat backs (2nd and/or 3rd row) • Never attempt to adjust seat while the vehicle is moving. This When you return the seatback to its •...
Page 17: Features Of Your Vehicle
Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) • When resetting the rear seatback to the upright position, make sure it is securely latched by pushing it forward and back- wards. • To avoid the possibility of burns, do not remove the carpet in the cargo area.
Page 18 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 19 Safety features of your vehicle Type A OUN026036 Type B OUN026037 OUN028038 Adjusting the height up and down Removal To raise the headrest, pull it up to the To remove the headrest, raise it as far as desired position (1). To lower the head- it can go then press the release button (1) rest, push and hold the release button (2) while pulling upward (2).
Page 20: Seat Warmer*
Safety features of your vehicle CAUTION • When cleaning the seats, do not use an organic solvent such as thinner, benzene, alcohol and gasoline. Doing so may damage the surface of the heater or seats. • To prevent overheating the seat warmer, do not place blankets, cushions or seat covers on the seats while the seat warmer is in...
Page 21 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING WARNING - Seat warmer burns For proper operation of the occu- pant classification system: Passengers should use extreme caution when using seat warmers • Do not place any items cumula- due to the possibility of excess tively weighing over 1 kg (2.2 lbs) heating or burns.
Page 22 Safety features of your vehicle C010200AUN CAUTION Front seat adjustment - power (for driver’s seat) • Power seat is driven by an elec- tric motor. Stop operating once The front seat can be adjusted by using the adjustment is completed. the control knob located on the outside of Excessive operation may damage the seat cushion.
Page 23 Safety features of your vehicle ■ 7-seater (2nd row seat) OUN028063 OUN028064 OUN026046L C010202AUN C010203AUN Rear seat adjustment Seatback angle Seat cushion height C010301AUN Push the control knob forward or back- Pull the front portion of the control knob Forward and backward (if equipped) ward to move the seatback to the desired up to raise or down to lower the front part To move the seat forward or backward:...
Page 24 Safety features of your vehicle ■ 7-seater (2nd row seat) 2. Carefully lean back on the seat and adjust the seatback of the seat to the position you desire. 3. Release the lever and make sure the seatback is locked in place. (The lever MUST return to its original position for the seatback to lock.) OUN026047...
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 ■ 7-seater (2nd row seat) C010307AUN-EU To fold the rear seat cushion and back: Folding the rear seat - 7-seater (2nd row seat) 1. Insert the rear seat belt buckle in the The rear seatbacks (or cushions) may be pocket between the rear seatback and folded to facilitate carrying long items or cushion, and insert the rear seat belt...
Page 27 Safety features of your vehicle OUN026052 OUN026054L OUN026056L 7. To use the rear seat, lift and push the seatback backward by pulling up the seatback recline lever (2). Pull the seatback firmly until it clicks into place. Make sure the seatback is locked in place.
Page 28 Safety features of your vehicle ■ 7-seater (3rd row seat) To fold down the rear seatback: • Type A - 7-seater (3rd row seat) - 5-seater 1. Insert the rear seat belt buckle in the pocket between the rear seatback and cushion (if equipped), and insert the rear seat belt webbing in the guide to prevent the seat belt from being dam-...
Page 29 Safety features of your vehicle ■ 7-seater (3rd row seat) 5. To use the rear seat, lift and pull the • Type A seatback backward by pulling on the folding lever (or strap) (1). Pull the seatback firmly until it clicks into place. Make sure the seatback is locked in place.
Page 30 Safety features of your vehicle CAUTION - Rear seat belts WARNING Full flat seat When returning the rear (2nd and /or Do not allow a passenger to use the 3rd row) seatbacks to the upright full flat seat feature while the vehi- position, remember to return the rear cle is in motion.
Page 31: Seat Belts
Safety features of your vehicle SEAT BELTS C020100AUN (Continued) Seat belt restraint system • Avoid wearing twisted seat belts. A twisted belt can't do its job as WARNING well. In a collision, it could even cut into you. Be sure the belt •...
Page 32 Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE The warning light and chime will stop at once if the seat belt is fastened. • You can find the front passenger’s If the vehicle speed exceeds 10 km/h (6 seat belt warning light on the center mph) when the seat belt is not fastened, fascia panel.
Page 33 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 OUN026100 C020102BUN-EU...
Page 34 Safety features of your vehicle To raise the height adjuster, pull it up (1). C020106AUN Seat belts - Front passenger and rear To lower it, push it down (3) while press- seat 3-point system with combination ing the height adjuster button (2). locking retractor Release the button to lock the anchor into position.
Page 35 Safety features of your vehicle When the seat belt is fully extended from the retractor to allow the installation of a child restraint system, the seat belt oper- ation changes to allow the belt to retract, but not to extend (Automatic Locking Retractor Type).
Page 36 Safety features of your vehicle OUN036132N OUN036133N OUN036903N C020104AUN 2. Insert the metal tab (1) into the open 3. Pull the webbing and insert the tongue 3-point rear center seat belt (5-seater) end of the anchor connector (2) until plate (3) into the open end of the buck- an audible “click"...
Page 37 Safety features of your vehicle There will be an audible “click” when the tab locks in the buckle. The seat belt automatically adjusts to the proper length only after the lap belt is adjusted manu- ally so that it fits snugly around your hips. If you lean forward in a slow, easy motion, the belt will extend and let you move around.
Page 38 Safety features of your vehicle 2nd row seat (7-seater) 2nd row seat OUN036137L OUN029134 OUN036135N 3rd row seat (7-seater) 3rd row seat (7-seater) OUN036136N OUN026133 OUN026135 3. If necessary, disconnect the metal tab C020105AUN Routing the seat belt webbing through (1) from the anchor connector (2) by Stowing the rear seat belt the rear seat belt guides will help keep...
Page 39 Safety features of your vehicle When the vehicle stops suddenly, or if CAUTION the occupant tries to lean forward too quickly, the seat belt retractor will lock When using the seat belt, use it into position. In certain frontal collisions, after taking it out of the guides.
Page 40 Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE WARNING • Both the driver's and front passen- To obtain maximum benefit from a ger's pre-tensioner seat belts will be pre-tensioner seat belt: activated in certain frontal collisions. 1. The seat belt must be worn cor- The pre-tensioner seat belts can be rectly and adjusted to the proper activated, where the frontal collision...
Page 41 SRS air bag. If tact an authorized KIA dealer. • Do not attempt to inspect or the SRS air bag warning light does replace the pre-tensioner seat not illuminate when the ignition belts yourself.
Page 42 Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE C020300AUN-EU C020306AUN Infant or small child Seat belt precautions Small children are best protected from You should be aware of the specific injury in an accident when properly requirements in your country. Child WARNING restrained in the rear seat by a child and/or infant seats must be properly...
Page 43 Safety features of your vehicle C020301AUN C020303AUN Larger children WARNING Injured person - Shoulder belts on small children Children who are too large for child A seat belt should be used when an restraint systems should always occupy injured person is being transported. •...
Page 44 This should be done even if no damage is visible. Additional questions concern- ing seat belt operation should be directed to an authorized KIA dealer. 3 31...
Page 45: Child Restraint System
Safety features of your vehicle CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM C030000CUN (Continued) WARNING Children riding in the car should sit in the • When the child restraint system rear seat and must always be properly • A child restraint system must be is not in use, store it in the lug- restrained to minimize the risk of injury in placed in the rear seat.
Page 46 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 47 KIA dealer. restraint and kill the child. CRS09 • Failure to observe this manual's Forward-facing child restraint system...
Page 48 Safety features of your vehicle E2MS103005 E2BLD310 MMSA3028 3. Pull the shoulder portion of the seat To install a child restraint system on the 2. Fasten the lap/shoulder belt latch into belt all the way out. When the shoulder outboard or center rear seats, do the fol- the buckle.
Page 49 Safety features of your vehicle "Click" WARNING - Auto lock mode The lap/shoulder belt automatically returns to the “emergency lock mode” whenever the belt is allowed to retract fully. Therefore, the pre- ceding seven steps must be fol- lowed each time a child restraint is installed.
Page 50 Safety features of your vehicle 7-seater 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 51 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING - Child restraint Lower 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 Lower Anchor causing death or serious injury.
Page 52 Safety features of your vehicle Also, test the child restraint seat before WARNING you place the child in it. Tilt the seat from side to side. Also try to tug the seat for- When using the vehicle's "LATCH" ward. Check to see if the anchors hold system to install a child restraint the seat in place.
Page 53: Driver's Front Air Bag
Safety features of your vehicle AIR BAG - ADVANCED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM C040000AUN (1) Driver’s front air bag (2) Passenger’s front air bag (3) Side 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 54 SRS. 2. Passenger's front air bag module the front air bags. Have an authorized KIA dealer inspect 3. Side air bag modules* the air bag system as soon as possible. 4. Curtain air bag modules* •...
Page 55 Safety features of your vehicle Driver’s front air bag (2) Driver’s front air bag (3) Passenger’s front air bag B240B02L B240B03L B240B05L Upon deployment, tear seams molded A fully inflated air bag, in combination WARNING directly into the pad covers will separate with a properly worn seat belt, slows the under pressure from the expansion of the driver's or the passenger's forward...
Page 56 ON position, or after the engine is started, comes on while driving, the SRS is not working properly. If this occurs, have your vehicle immediately inspected by an authorized KIA dealer. (Continued) 3 43...
Page 57 Safety features of your vehicle The occupant classification system is If the front passenger seat is occupied by Always be sure that you and all vehicle designed to detect the presence of a a person that the system determines to occupants are seated and restrained properly-seated front passenger and be of adult size, and he/she sits properly...
Page 58 Safety features of your vehicle C040301AUN WARNING Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system Riding in an improper position or Indicator/Warning light Devices Condition placing weight on the front passen- detected by the ger's seat when it is unoccupied by "PASSENGER SRS warning Front passen-...
Page 59 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) OVQ036013N 1KMN3663 1KMN3665 - Never put a heavy load in the - Never sit with hips shifted - Never place feet on the dash- front passenger seat or seatback towards the front of the seat. board.
Page 60 Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE If the "PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF" indi- Proper position cator is still on, ask the passenger to The "PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF" move to the rear seat. indicator illuminates for about 4 sec- onds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is WARNING...
Page 61 • Air bags can only be used once – • Even though your vehicle is passenger seat. Don't place any- have an authorized KIA dealer equipped with the occupant clas- thing on or attach anything such replace the air bag immediately...
Page 62 KIA dealer inspect the panel pad above the glove box. occupant classification system and the SRS air bag system as soon as The SRS consists of air bags installed possible.
Page 63 KIA dealer inspect the advanced Additionally, your vehicle is equipped SRS air bag system as soon as with an occupant classification system in WARNING possible.
Page 64 KIA dealer using origi- Always use seat belts and child the vehicle. nal KIA parts designed for this restraints – every trip, every time, vehicle and model. Any other • You and your passengers should...
Page 65 • No objects should be placed over • Air bags can only be used once – or near the air bag modules on have an authorized KIA dealer the steering wheel, instrument replace the air bag immediately panel, and the front passenger's after deployment.
Page 66 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) • Even though your vehicle is • Sitting improperly or out of posi- equipped with the occupant clas- tion can result in serious or fatal sification system, do not install a injury in a crash. All occupants child restraint system in the front should sit upright with the seat passenger seat position.
Page 67 • If seat or seat cover is damaged, tened. The driver's hands should have the vehicle checked and be placed on the steering wheel repaired by an authorized KIA at the 9:00 and 3:00 positions. dealer. Inform that your vehicle is The passenger's arms and hands equipped with side air bags and should be placed on their laps.
Page 68 (Continued) • Never try to open or repair any components of the side curtain air bag system. This should only OUN026091 be done by an authorized KIA C040700AUN dealer. Curtain air bag (if equipped) Failure to follow the above men-...
Page 69 Safety features of your vehicle C040800AUN 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 70 Have result in serious personal injury the vehicle checked and repaired or death. by an authorized KIA dealer. • If the installation location or • Your vehicle has been designed angle of the sensors is altered in...
Page 71 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 72 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 73 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 74 Safety features of your vehicle C040900AUN • The front air bags will completely • There even circumstances How does the air bag system inflate and deflate in an instant. under which contact with the steer- operate ing wheel air bag can cause fatal It is virtually impossible for you to see injuries, especially if the occupant the air bags inflate during an accident.
Page 75 Safety features of your vehicle C040902AUN WARNING Noise and smoke When the air bags deploy, the air When the air bags inflate, they make a bag related parts in the steering loud noise and they leave smoke and wheel and/or instrument panel powder in the air inside of the vehicle.
Page 76 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 77 SRS Care • 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 78 Safety features of your vehicle C041300AUN • Keep occupants away from the air Additional safety precautions WARNING bag covers. All occupants should sit 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 79 Safety features of your vehicle (if equipped) OUN029118N/OUN026119L/OUN026120 C041200AUN-EC Air bag warning label Air bag warning labels, some required by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS), are attached to alert the driv- er and passengers of potential risks of the air bag system.
Page 80 Keys / 4-3 Remote keyless entry / 4-6 Door locks / 4-9 Tailgate / 4-13 Windows / 4-15 Hood / 4-18 Fuel filler lid / 4-20 Sunroof / 4-23 Features of your vehicle Steering wheel / 4-27 Mirrors / 4-29 Instrument cluster / 4-32 Rear parking assist system / 4-47 Rearview camera / 4-49...
Page 81 Exterior feature / 4-90 Audio system / 4-92 Features of your vehicle...
Page 82 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 83 Without a valid ignition key for your vehicle, the engine will not start. ✽ ✽ NOTICE If you need additional keys or lose your OUN026060L keys, consult an authorized KIA dealer. WARNING D010300CUN-EC In order to prevent theft of your Immobilizer system (if equipped)
Page 84 After performing the limp home proce- key is out of order. You cannot start the dealer. dure, you have to see an authorized KIA engine without the lime home procedure. dealer immediately to inspect and repair Malfunctions caused by improper To start the engine, you have to input your ignition key or immobilizer system.
Page 85 Features of your vehicle REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (IF EQUIPPED) D020102AUN-EU D020104AUN Unlock (2) Tailgate unlock (3) Driver's door is unlocked if the unlock The tailgate is unlocked if the button is button is pressed once. pressed for more than 0.5 seconds. The hazard warning lights will blink twice The hazard warning lights will blink twice to indicate that the driver's door is...
Page 86 If you have a problem responsible for compliance, it will with the transmitter, contact an author- not be covered by your manufac- ized KIA dealer. ture vehicle warranty.
Page 87 If you are unsure how to use your transmitter or replace the battery, contact an authorized KIA dealer. • Using the wrong battery can cause the transmitter to malfunc- tion. Be sure to use the correct OUN027003 battery.
Page 88: Door Locks
Features of your vehicle DOOR LOCKS • From the passenger’s door, turn the key to the left once to unlock the pas- senger’s door and once more within 4 seconds to unlock all doors. (if equipped) • Doors can also be locked and unlocked with the transmitter (if equipped).
Page 89: Inner Door Handle
Features of your vehicle • Front doors cannot be locked if the Driver’s door ignition key is in the ignition switch and any front door is open. WARNING - Door lock mal- Lock function Unlock If a power door lock ever fails to function while you are in the vehi- cle, try one or more of the following techniques to exit:...
Page 90 Features of your vehicle • When pushing down on the front por- WARNING - WARNING tion (1) of the switch, all vehicle doors Doors Unlocked will lock. vehicles • The doors should always be fully • When pushing down on the rear por- closed and locked while the vehi- Leaving your vehicle unlocked can tion (2) of the switch, all vehicle doors...
Page 91 Features of your vehicle D050300AAM-EU 3. Close the rear door. Impact sensing door unlock To open the rear door, pull the outside system (if equipped) door handle (1). Even though the doors may be unlocked, In the event of air bag deployment result- the rear door will not open by pulling the ing from a vehicle impact, all doors will inner door handle (2) until rear door child...
Page 92 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 93 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 94 Features of your vehicle WINDOWS D080000AUN (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 95 Features of your vehicle D080100BUN 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 96: Power Window Lock Button
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 97 Features of your vehicle HOOD OUN026022 OUN026023L OUN028024 D090100AUN 2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the 3. Pull the support rod from the hood. Opening the hood hood slightly, pull the secondary latch 4. Hold the hood open with the support (1) inside of the hood center and lift 1.
Page 98 Features of your vehicle D090200AUN 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 •...
Page 99: Fuel Filler Lid
Features of your vehicle FUEL FILLER LID D100200AUN D100300AUN-EC Closing the fuel filler lid 1. To install the cap, turn it clockwise until WARNING - Refueling it “clicks”. This indicates that the cap is • If pressurized fuel sprays out, it securely tightened.
Page 100 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) WARNING - Refueling dan- Use only approved portable plas- • Do not get back into a vehicle 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 101 • If the fuel filler cap requires then contact the local fire depart- replacement, use only a genuine ment. Follow any safety instruc- KIA cap or the equivalent speci- tions they provide. fied for your vehicle. An incorrect fuel filler cap can result in a seri- ous malfunction of the fuel sys- tem or emission control system.
Page 102 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 103 Features of your vehicle OUN026026 OUN026027 OUN029028 D110100AUN D110101AUN D110200AUN Sliding the sunroof Automatic reversal Tilting the sunroof To open the sunroof (autoslide feature), If an object or part of the body is detect- To open the sunroof (autotilt feature), press the slide button (1) on the over- ed while the sunroof is closing automati- press the tilt button (2) on the overhead...
Page 104 Features of your vehicle CAUTION WARNING - Sunroof • Periodically remove any dirt that • Be careful that no heads, hands may accumulate on the guide rail. and body parts are obstructing a closing sunroof. • If you try to open the sunroof when the temperature is below •...
Page 105 Features of your vehicle D110500CUN Type B Resetting the sunroof 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Whenever the vehicle battery is discon- 2. Press and hold the close button (for nected or discharged, you must reset more than 5 seconds) until the sun- your sunroof system as follows: roof closes completely.
Page 106: Steering Wheel
RPM reaches 1,500 rpm then release or ing checked by an authorized KIA dealer. let the engine idle for two or three min- utes to warm up the fluid.
Page 107 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. CAUTION Do not strike the horn severely to operate it, or hit it with your fist.
Page 108 Features of your vehicle MIRRORS D140100AUN D140102AUN Electric chromic mirror (ECM) Inside rearview mirror (if equipped) Adjust the rearview mirror to center on The electric rearview mirror automatical- the view through the rear window. Make Night ly controls the glare from the headlights this adjustment before you start driving.
Page 109 Features of your vehicle D140200AUN-EU CAUTION Outside rearview mirror Do not scrape ice off the mirror Be sure to adjust mirror angles before face; this may damage the surface driving. of the glass. If ice should restrict Rearview display Your vehicle is equipped with both left- movement of the mirror, do not hand and right-hand outside rearview force the mirror for adjustment.
Page 110 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 111: 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 7. Odometer/Trip computer* 8. Fuel gauge * : if equipped OUN020201C D150000AUN...
Page 112 Features of your vehicle OUN027202G OUN047200L OUN026203 D150100AAM-EU Gauges D150202AUN Instrument panel illumination Tachometer D150201AUN-EC The tachometer indicates the approxi- When the vehicle’s parking lights or Speedometer mate number of engine revolutions per headlights are on, rotate the illumination The speedometer indicates the forward minute (rpm).
Page 113 Features of your vehicle 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. could cause severe burns.
Page 114 Features of your vehicle 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 E level.
Page 115 Features of your vehicle OJB040043 OUN026208L OUN026209 Tripmeter Tripmeter A or B can be selected by To turn the ECO indicator OFF/ON pressing the TRIP button for less than 1 (if equipped) TRIP A: Tripmeter A second. Select the ECO mode by pressing the TRIP B: Tripmeter B TRIP button for less than 1 second.
Page 116 Features of your vehicle The odometer is always displayed until the display is turned off. Push the TRIP button for less than 1 sec- ond to select tripmeter, driving time, average speed, average fuel consump- tion or distance to empty function as fol- lows: Tripmeter A Tripmeter B...
Page 117 Features of your vehicle OUN026210L OUN026211L OUN026212C Tripmeter Driving time Average speed TRIP A : Tripmeter A This mode indicates the total time trav- This mode calculates the average speed eled since the last driving time reset. of the vehicle since the last average TRIP B : Tripmeter B speed reset.
Page 118 Features of your vehicle OUN026214C OUN026213C OJB040043 ECO ON/OFF mode (if equipped) Average fuel consumption Distance to empty This mode calculates the average fuel This mode indicates the estimated dis- You can turn the ECO indicator on/off on consumption from the total fuel used and tance to empty based on the current fuel the instrument cluster in this mode.
Page 119: Ignition Switch
Any light that does not illuminate approximately 6 seconds each time you The trip computer may not register should be checked by an authorized KIA turn the ignition switch to the ON posi- additional fuel if less than 6 liters (1.6 dealer.
Page 120 If this occurs, have your vehicle checked seat belt is fastened. WARNING by an authorized KIA dealer as soon as If the driver's seat belt is disconnected If the both ABS and Brake warning possible. The normal braking system will...
Page 121 High beam indicator adding oil or if oil is not available, call an fascia panel. authorized KIA dealer. • Although the front passenger seat is not occupied, the seat belt warning This indicator illuminates when the head- CAUTION light will blink for 6 seconds.
Page 122 KIA dealer before the the brakes do not operate properly. car is driven again. Have the vehicle towed to any author- ized KIA dealer for a brake system inspection and necessary repairs. 4 43...
Page 123 ON position before starting the 3. If the belt is adjusted properly, a prob- engine, have the system checked by an lem exists somewhere in the electrical authorized KIA dealer. charging system. Have an authorized KIA dealer correct the problem as soon as possible.
Page 124 OFF indicator will illuminate indicating the ESC is deactivated. If this indicator stays on when ESC OFF is not selected, the ESC may have a malfunction. Take your car to an authorized KIA dealer and have the system checked. 4 45...
Page 125 Features of your vehicle D150325AUN The cruise SET indicator light does not ECO indicator Cruise indicator (if equipped) illuminate when the cruise control switch (if equipped) CRUISE indicator (CANCEL) is pushed or the system is disengaged. CRUISE The ECO indicator is displayed to help D150327AUN you improve fuel efficiency when you are Key reminder warning chime...
Page 126 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 127 Features of your vehicle D170200AEN The detecting range may decrease D170300AEN Non-operational conditions of when: Rear parking assist system pre- 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 128 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 129 Features of your vehicle HAZARD WARNING FLASHER This system is a supplemental system that shows behind of the vehicle through the rearview display mirror while back- ing-up. The rearview camera may be turned off by pressing the ON/OFF button (1) when the rearview camera is activated.
Page 130 Features of your vehicle LIGHTING D190100AUN 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 131 Features of your vehicle Type A Type A Type A OUN028222 OUN028225 OUN028224 Type B Type B Type B OUN020222 OUN020225 OUN020224 D190402AUN 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 132 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 OFF posi- tion 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 133 Features of your vehicle D190900AUN-EU CAUTION Daytime running light When in operation, the fog lights (if equipped) consume large amounts of vehicle Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can make electrical power. Only use the fog it easier for others to see the front of your lights when visibility is poor.
Page 134: Wipers And Washers
Features of your vehicle WIPERS AND WASHERS A : Wiper speed control Windshield wiper/washer Rear window wiper/washer · MIST – Single wipe (if equipped) · OFF – Off · INT – Intermittent wipe · LO – Low wiper speed · HI – High wiper speed B : Intermittent control wipe time adjustment C : Wash with brief wipes...
Page 135 Features of your vehicle MIST : For a single wiping cycle, push the lever upward and release it with the lever in the OFF position. Fast The wipers will operate continu- ously if the lever is pushed upward and held. OFF : Wiper is not in operation INT : Wiper operates intermittently at the same wiping intervals.
Page 136 Features of your vehicle The spray and wiper operation will con- CAUTION CAUTION tinue until you release the lever. To prevent possible damage to the • To prevent possible damage to If the washer does not work, check the the wipers or windshield, do not washer pump, do not operate the washer fluid level.
Page 137 Features of your vehicle - Spraying washer fluid and wiping ON - Normal wiper operation INT - Intermittent wiper operation (if equipped) OFF - Wiper is not in operation - Wash with brief wipes OEN040071 D200300BUN-EE Rear window wiper and washer switch (if equipped) The rear window wiper and washer switch is located at the end of the wiper...
Page 138: Interior Light
Features of your vehicle INTERIOR LIGHT D210000AUN CAUTION Do not use the interior lights for extended periods when engine is not running. It may cause battery discharge. OUN026231 OUN026245 D210100AUN D210200BUN ap lamp (if equipped) Room lamp Push the switch to turn the light on or off. •...
Page 139 Features of your vehicle DEFROSTER • ON: D220000AUN In the ON position, the light stays on at all times. CAUTION To prevent damage to the conduc- CAUTION tors bonded to the inside surface of the rear window, never use sharp Do not leave the switch in this posi- instruments or window cleaners tion for an extended period of time...
Page 140 Features of your vehicle To activate the rear window defroster, Type A press the rear window defroster button located in the center facia switch panel. The indicator on the rear window defroster button illuminates when the defroster is ON. If there is heavy accumulation of snow on the rear window, brush it off before oper- ating the rear defroster.
Page 141 Features of your vehicle MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Type A 1. Fan speed control knob 2. Mode selection knob 3. Temperature control knob 4. Rear window defroster button Type B 5. Air conditioning button (if equipped) 6. Air intake control button OUN029301/OUN020501 D230000AUN...
Page 142 Features of your vehicle D230100AUN Heating and air conditioning 1. Start the engine. 2. Set the mode to the desired position. 3. Set the temperature control to the desired position. 4. Set the air intake control to the outside (fresh) air position. 5.
Page 143 Features of your vehicle MAX A/C-Mode (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 144 Features of your vehicle Type A Type B 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 OUN026303 OUN026306/OUN020506...
Page 145 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Recirculated air position 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 146 Features of your vehicle WARNING • Continued use of the climate con- trol system operation 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 147 System operation Operation Tips D230503AUN 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 148 (fresh) air position is selected. If this hap- maximum cooling, however, continual pens, have the climate control air filter operation in this mode may cause the replaced by an authorized KIA dealer. air inside the vehicle to become stale. 4 69...
Page 149 • When the air flow rate suddenly impact on the air conditioning system. decreases, the system should be Therefore, if abnormal operation is checked at an authorized KIA dealer. found, have the system inspected by an authorized KIA dealer. ✽ ✽ NOTICE...
Page 150: Automatic Climate Control System (If Equipped)
Features of your vehicle AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Type A 1. AUTO (automatic control) button 2. Temperature control knob 3. A/C display 4. Fan speed control knob 5. OFF button 6. Mode selection button Type B 7. Front windshield defrost button 8.
Page 151 Features of your vehicle 2. Turn the TEMP knob to set the desired Type A Type B temperature. If the temperature is set to the lowest setting (Lo), the air conditioning sys- tem will operate continuously. 3. To turn the automatic operation off, press any button or turn any knob except the temperature control knob.
Page 152 Features of your vehicle D240200AUN Manual heating and air condition- Face-Level (B, D) The heating and cooling system can be Air flow is directed toward the upper body controlled manually by pushing buttons and face. Additionally, each outlet can be other than the AUTO button.
Page 153 Features of your vehicle Type A Type B OUN026314N OUN026303 OUN026315/OUN020515 Defrost-Level (A, D) Instrument panel vents D240202AUN-EU Temperature control Most of the air flow is directed to the The outlet vents can be opened or closed windshield with a small amount of air separately using the thumbwheel.
Page 154 Features of your vehicle Temperature conversion Recirculated air position If the battery has been discharged or dis- The indicator light on the connected, the temperature mode dis- button illuminates when the play will reset to Fahrenheit. recirculated air position is selected.
Page 155: Climate Control System
Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Type A Type B WARNING Prolonged operation of the heater in the • Continued climate control system recirculated air position (without air operation in the recirculated air conditioning selected) may cause fog- position may allow humidity to ging of the windshield and side windows increase inside the vehicle which and the air within the passenger com-...
Page 156 Features of your vehicle Type A Type B OUN026321N OUN026359 OUN026320/OUN020520 D240206AUN D240207AUN D240208AUN Air conditioning Outside tempmeter OFF mode Push the A/C button to turn the air condi- The current outside temperature is dis- Push the OFF button to turn off the air cli- played in 1°C (1°F) increments.
Page 157: Windshield Defrosting And Defogging
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 158: Automatic Climate Control System
Features of your vehicle OUN020324 OUN020325N OUN020326N D250102AUN-EU Automatic climate control system D250202AUN-EU To defrost outside windshield To defrost outside windshield D250201AUN-EU 1. Set the fan speed to the highest 1. Set the fan speed to the highest To defog inside windshield (extreme right) position.
Page 159 Features of your vehicle D250300AUN-EU Defogging logic To reduce the probability of fogging up the inside of the windshield, the air intake is controlled automatically according to certain conditions such as position. To cancel or return the defog- ging logic, do the following. OUN029327 OUN026328 D250301AUN...
Page 160: Glove Box
Features of your vehicle STORAGE COMPARTMENT D270000AUN These compartments can be used to store small items required by the driver or passengers. CAUTION • To avoid possible theft, do not leave valuables in the storage compartment. • Always keep the storage com- partment covers closed while driving.
Page 161 Features of your vehicle (if equipped) WARNING • Do not keep objects except sun- glasses inside the sunglass hold- er. Such objects can be thrown from the holder in the event of a sudden stop or an accident, pos- sibly injuring the passengers in the vehicle.
Page 162 Features of your vehicle 5-seater 5-seater Type A (if equipped) OUN029341L-1 OUN029342L-1 OUN029364 7-seater 7-seater Type B OUN029341-1 OUN029342-1 OUN029343 Fold the cover forward. D270501BUN D270500BUN Luggage side tray Luggage box It can be used for storing small items. You can place a first aid kit, a reflector tri- angle, tools, etc.
Page 163: Interior Features
To use the cigarette lighter, push it all the way into its socket. When the element has heated, the lighter will pop out to the “ready” position. If it is necessary to replace the cigarette lighter, use only a genuine KIA replace- ment or its approved equivalent.
Page 164 Features of your vehicle D280300AUN Front Cup holder WARNING Hot liquids • Do not place uncovered cups of hot liquid in the cup holder while the vehicle is in motion. If the hot liquid spills, you burn yourself. Such a burn to the driver could lead to loss of control of the vehi- cle.
Page 165 Features of your vehicle Front CAUTION CAUTION - Vanity mirror lamp (if equipped) • Use the power outlet only when the engine is running and remove Close the vanity mirror cover the accessory plug after use. securely and return the sunvisor to Using the accessory plug for pro- its original position after use.
Page 166 Features of your vehicle Whenever the battery terminals or relat- D280603AUN ed fuses are disconnected, you must Reset (1) reset the time. To clear away minutes, press the R but- When the ignition switch is in the ACC or ton with your finger, a pencil or similar ON position, the clock buttons operate as object.
Page 167 Features of your vehicle Type A OUN029349 Type B OUN026347 OUN026348 D280700AUN D280800AUN Shopping bag holder (if equipped) Clothes hanger (if equipped) To use the holder, push the lower portion. To use the hanger, pull down the upper portion of the hanger. CAUTION CAUTION Do not hang a bag weighing more...
Page 168 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 169 Features of your vehicle CAUTION WARNING Since the cargo security screen • Do not place objects on the cargo may be damaged or malformed, do security screen. Such objects not put the luggage on it when it is may be thrown about inside the used.
Page 170: Exterior Feature
Features of your vehicle EXTERIOR FEATURE ✽ ✽ NOTICE WARNING If the vehicle is equipped with a sunroof, • The following specification is the be sure not to position cargo onto the maximum weight that can be roof rack in such a way that it could loaded onto roof...
Page 171: Audio System
Features of your vehicle AUDIO SYSTEM Type A Type B (Continued) CAUTION • Always drive slowly and turn cor- • Before entering a place with a low ners carefully when carrying height clearance, be sure that the items on the roof rack. Severe antenna is fully folded down or wind updrafts, caused by passing removed.
Page 172 Features of your vehicle MODE (1) If the SEEK/PRESET button is pressed for less than 0.8 second, it will work as Press the button to select Radio or CD follows in each mode. (compact disc). ▲ ▼ RADIO mode VOLUME (VOL ) (3) It will function as the PRESET STATION •...
Page 173 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Type A FM reception When using a portable audio device connected to the power outlet, noise may occur during playback. If this happens, use the power source of the portable audio device. ❈ iPod ®...
Page 174 Features of your vehicle AM reception FM radio station JBM002 JBM003 JBM004 AM broadcasts can be received at FM broadcasts are transmitted at high • Fading - As your car moves away from greater distances than FM broadcasts. frequencies and do not bend to follow the the radio station, the signal will weaken This is because AM radio waves are earth's surface.
Page 175 Features of your vehicle Satellite radio reception • If you are driving on a mountain road where is blocked by mountains. You may experience problems in receiv- ing SIRIUS satellite radio signals in the following situations. JBM005 • Station Swapping - As a FM signal weakens, another more powerful sig- SATELITE2 nal near the same frequency may...
Page 176 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 177 Features of your vehicle RADIO, SET UP, VOLUME, AUDIO CONTROL (PA710S) 1. Power ON/OFF Button & Volume Control Knob 2. Automatic Channel Selection Button 3. Preset Button 4. SETUP Button 5. Manual Channel Selection & Sound Quality Control Knob 6. SCAN Button 7.
Page 178 Features of your vehicle RADIO, SET UP, VOLUME, AUDIO CONTROL (PA760S) 1. Power ON/OFF Button & Volume Control Knob 2. Automatic Channel Selection Button 3. Preset Button 4. SETUP Button 5. Manual Channel Selection & Sound Quality Control Knob 6. SCAN Button 7.
Page 179 Features of your vehicle 1. Power ON/OFF Button & 3. Preset Button 5. Manual Channel Selection & Volume Control Knob Sound Quality Control Knob Push [1]~[6] buttons less than 0.8 sec- ond to play the channel saved in each Turns the set on/off when the ignition Turn this control while listening to a radio button.
Page 180 Features of your vehicle FADER Control 6. SCAN Button Turn the control knob clockwise to If this button is pressed, the frequencies emphasize rear speaker sound(front will become increased and receive the speaker sound will be attenuated). When corresponding broadcasts. This function the control knob is turned counterclock- will play the frequencies for 5 seconds wise, front speaker sound will be empha-...
Page 181 Features of your vehicle CDP, AUX (PA710S) 1. CD Loading Slot 2. CD Eject Button 3. INFO Button 4. Automatic Track Selection Button 5. RANDOM Play Button 6. REPEAT Button 7. CD Selection Button 8. CD Indicator 9. FOLDER Moving Button 10.
Page 182 Features of your vehicle CDC, AUX (PA760S) 1. CD Loading Slot 2. CD Eject Button 3. INFO Button 4. Automatic Track Selection Button 5. RANDOM Play Button 6. REPEAT Button 7. CD Selection Button 9. FOLDER Moving Button 10. SEARCH Knob & ENTER Button 11.
Page 183 Features of your vehicle ➟ ➟ 1. CD Loading Slot • MP3/WMA : FILE NAME TITLE 5. RANDOM Play Button ➟ ➟ ARTIST ALBUME FOLDER NAME Please face printed side upward and gen- Press this button for less than 0.8 second ➟...
Page 184 Features of your vehicle 8. CD Indicator(CDP Only) 11. SCAN Play Button When the ignition switch is in ACC or ON Plays first 10 seconds of each song in the DISC. To cancel the mode, press the and if the CD is loaded, this indicator is button once again.
Page 185 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) CAUTION - Using USB • Depending on the condition of • If you dismount the external USB device the external USB device, the con- device during playback in USB • To use an external USB device, nected external USB device can mode, the external USB device can make sure the device is not...
Page 186 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) • If USB device is divided by logical • Please avoid using USB memory drives, only the music files on the products which can be used as highest-priority drive are recog- key chains or cellular phone nized by car audio.
Page 187 Features of your vehicle USING USB (PA710S) 1. INFO Selection Button 2. TRACK Moving Button 3. RANDOM Playback Button 4. REPEAT Button 5. USB Selection Button 6. FOLDER Moving Button 7. SEARCH Knob & ENTER Button 8. SCAN Selection Button A-200UNL...
Page 188 Features of your vehicle USING USB (PA760S) 1. INFO Selection Button 2. TRACK Moving Button 3. RANDOM Playback Button 4. REPEAT Button 5. USB Selection Button 6. FOLDER Moving Button 7. SEARCH Knob & ENTER Button 8. SCAN Selection Button A-300UNL 4 109...
Page 189 Features of your vehicle 1. INFO Selection Button 3. RANDOM Playback Button 6. FOLDER Moving Button Displays the information of the file cur- Press this button for less than 0.8 second • Moves [FOLDER ] button sub folder rently played in the order of FILE NAME to activate 'RDM' mode and more than of the current folder and displays the ➟...
Page 190 Features of your vehicle ® iPod RUNNING (PA710S) 1. INFO Selection Button 2. TRACK Moving Button 3. RANDOM Playback Button 4. REPEAT Button 5. iPod Selection Button 6. CATEGORY Selection Button 7. SEARCH Knob & ENTER Button A-200UNL iPod ® is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Page 191 Features of your vehicle iPod RUNNING (PA760S) 1. INFO Selection Button 2. TRACK Moving Button 3. RANDOM Playback Button 4. REPEAT Button 5. iPod Selection Button 6. CATEGORY Selection Button 7. SEARCH Knob & ENTER Button A-300UNL...
Page 192 Features of your vehicle In case the iPod exclusive cable is con- 3. RANDOM Playback Button 7. SEARCH Knob & ENTER nected to the multiple terminal inside the Button Press the button for less than 0.8 second consol on the right hand side of the dri- to activate or deactivate the random play- When you turn the button clockwise, it ver's seat.
Page 193 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 194 Features of your vehicle SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO INFORMATION (IF EQUIPPED) ✽ ✽ NOTICE Satellite radio channels: SIRIUS Satellite Radio service: Satellite Radio requires SIRIUS ® com- SIRIUS Satellite Radio has over 130 chan- SIRIUS Satellite Radio is a subscription- patible receiver and a subscription serv- nels, including 69 channels of 100% com- based satellite radio service that broad- ice fee after trial period.
Page 195 Features of your vehicle SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO (PA710S) 1. SATELLITE RADIO Selection Button 2. Channel Selection Button 3. Preset Selection Button 4. SCAN Button 5. TUNE Knob and ENTER Button SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO (PA760S) 6. CAT/FOLDER Button 7. INFO Selection Button 8.
Page 196 ] or [SEEK ] but- done through the channels in current ton for less than 0.8 second to select Your Kia vehicle is equipped with 3 months category. previous or next channel. complimentary period of SIRIUS Satellite Radio so you have access to over 130 •...
Page 197 Category/Channel name ➟ ➟ unplugged. Please consult with your Composer(if available) Artist/Song title ➟ Kia dealership. Category/Channel name ... (ART/TITLE Selection) 2. Acquiring Signal Displays the information of the channel If this message is displayed, it means currently played by in the order of that the antenna is covered and that ➟...
Page 198 Before driving / 5-3 Key positions / 5-4 Starting the engine / 5-6 Automatic transaxle / 5-7 Brake system / 5-14 Cruise control system / 5-24 Economical operation / 5-28 Special driving conditions / 5-30 Winter driving / 5-34 Trailer towing / 5-37 Vehicle load limit / 5-44 Driving your vehicle Vehicle weight / 5-49...
Page 199: Driving Your Vehicle
KIA dealer. • Do not run the engine in an enclosed area.
Page 200: Before Driving
Driving your vehicle BEFORE DRIVING E020100AUN E020300AUN WARNING Before entering vehicle Before starting All passengers must be properly • Be sure that all windows, outside mir- • Close and lock all doors. belted whenever the vehicle is mov- ror(s), and outside lights are clean. •...
Page 201: Key Positions
Driving your vehicle KEY POSITIONS WARNING - Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs Drinking and driving is dangerous. Drunk driving is the number one contributor to the highway death toll each year. Even a small amount of alcohol will affect your reflexes, perceptions and judgment.
Page 202 Driving your vehicle E030202AUN E030204AUN ACC (Accessory) START WARNING Ignition The steering wheel is unlocked and elec- Turn the ignition switch to the START switch trical accessories are operative. position to start the engine. The engine • Never turn the ignition switch to will crank until you release the key;...
Page 203: Starting The Engine
Driving your vehicle STARTING THE ENGINE E040000AUN-EU E040100AUN-EU CAUTION 1. Make sure the parking brake is WARNING If the engine stalls while you are in applied. motion, do not attempt to move the 2. Place the transaxle shift lever in P Always wear appropriate shoes shift lever to the P (Park) position.
Page 204: Automatic Transaxle
Driving your vehicle AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE E060100AUN-EU Automatic transaxle operation The automatic transaxle has 4 (or 5) for- ward speeds and one reverse speed. The individual speeds are selected automati- cally, depending on the position of the shift lever. All normal forward driving is done with the shift lever in the D (Drive) position.
Page 205 Driving your vehicle For smooth operation, depress the brake E060101AUN-EU CAUTION pedal when shifting from N (Neutral) to a Transaxle ranges forward or reverse gear. • To avoid damage your The indicator in the instrument cluster transaxle, do not accelerate the displays the shift lever position when the engine in R (Reverse) or any for- ignition switch is in the ON position.
Page 206 Driving your vehicle R (Reverse) D (Drive) (Continued) Use this position to drive the vehicle This is the normal forward driving posi- • Before leaving the driver’s seat, backward. tion. The transaxle will automatically shift always make sure the shift lever through a 4 (or 5)-gear sequence, pro- is in the P (Park) position.
Page 207 Driving your vehicle Up (+) : Push the lever forward once to (Continued) shift up one gear. • In sports mode, when the engine rpm approaches the red zone shift points Down (-) : Pull the lever backwards once are varied to upshift automatically. to shift down one gear.
Page 208 3. Move the shift lever. shifting the transaxle from P (Park) or N 4. Have your vehicle inspected by an (Neutral) into R (Reverse) unless the authorized KIA dealer immediately. brake pedal is depressed. To shift the transaxle from P (Park) or N E060103AUN...
Page 209 Driving your vehicle E060200AUN • Always use the parking brake. Do not WARNING Good driving practices depend on placing the transaxle in P (Park) to keep the car from moving. • Always buckle-up! In a collision, • Never move the gear selector lever •...
Page 210 Driving your vehicle E060203AUN WARNING Moving up a steep grade from a stand- ing start If your vehicle becomes stuck in To move up a steep grade from a stand- snow, mud, sand, etc., then you ing start, depress the brake pedal, shift may attempt to rock the vehicle free the shift lever to D (Drive).
Page 211: Parking Brake Pedal
Driving your vehicle BRAKE SYSTEM E070100AUN E070101AUN WARNING In the event of brake failure Power brakes 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 212 Driving your vehicle E070102AUN CAUTION Disc brakes wear indicator • To avoid costly brake repairs, do Your vehicle has disc brakes. not continue to drive with worn When your brake pads are worn and new brake pads. pads are required, you will hear a high- •...
Page 213 If the brake warning light remains on after checked by an authorized KIA dealer. the parking brake is released while engine is running, there may be a malfunction in the brake system. Immediate attention is necessary.
Page 214 Driving your vehicle E070300AUN-EC 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- is pitted or has different surface lates the hydraulic brake pressure to the WARNING height.
Page 215 • Always slow down when cornering. lem with the ABS. Contact an The anti-lock brake system cannot pre- CAUTION authorized KIA dealer as soon as vent accidents resulting from exces- • If the ABS warning light is on and possible.
Page 216 Driving your vehicle The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) WARNING system is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control Never drive too fast for the road under adverse conditions. It is not a conditions or too quickly when cor- substitute for safe driving practices.
Page 217 Driving your vehicle E070501AUN-EU When operating E070502AUN-EU ESC operation ESC operation off When the ESC is in operation, ESC indicator light blinks. ESC ON condition ESC OFF state • When the ignition is turned • When the Electronic Stability • To cancel ESC operation, Control is operating properly, ON, ESC and ESC OFF indi- press the ESC OFF button...
Page 218 Driving your vehicle E070504AUN-EU ■ ESC indicator light (blinks) CAUTION ESC OFF usage Driving with varying tire or wheel When driving sizes may cause the ESC system to • It’s a good idea to keep the ESC turned malfunction. When replacing tires, on for daily driving whenever possible.
Page 219 KIA dealer for assis- tance.
Page 220 Driving your vehicle • If your car is equipped with an auto- • Under some conditions your parking matic transaxle, don't let your car brake can freeze in the engaged posi- creep forward. To avoid creeping for- tion. This is most likely to happen when ward, keep your foot firmly on the there is an accumulation of snow or ice brake pedal when the car is stopped.
Page 221 Driving your vehicle CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) ✽ ✽ NOTICE E090000AUN-EU (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 222 Driving your vehicle OUN056100L OUN056101L OUN056102L E090100AUN 3. Push the COAST/SET switch, and E090200AUN-EU To set cruise control speed: To increase cruise control set release it at the desired speed. The SET indicator light in the instrument cluster speed: 1. Pull the CRUISE ON-OFF button on will illuminate.
Page 223 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 224 Driving your vehicle Each of these actions will cancel cruise E090700AUN 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 225: Economical Operation
Driving your vehicle ECONOMICAL OPERATION E100000AUN-EC • Don't "ride" the brake. This can • Keep your car in good condition. For Your vehicle's fuel economy depends increase fuel consumption and also better fuel economy and reduced mainly on your style of driving, where you increase wear on these components.
Page 226 Therefore, have an authorized KIA speeds. loss of vehicle steering which dealer perform scheduled inspections could cause serious injury or and maintenance.
Page 227: Special Driving Conditions
Driving your vehicle SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS • When braking with non-ABS brakes E110200AUN-EU pump the brake pedal with a light up- Rocking the vehicle and-down motion until the vehicle is If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to free stopped.
Page 228 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 229 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 230 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 231: Winter Driving
Driving your vehicle WINTER DRIVING E120100AUN-EC E120101AUN Snow tires Snowy or icy conditions 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. If snow same size and load range as the original tires are needed, it is necessary to select tires.
Page 232 7. The level of charge in your battery can freeze as these may damage the paint be checked by an authorized KIA dealer finish. or a service station. 5 35...
Page 233 Driving your vehicle E120800AUN-EU E121000AUN-EC Don't let your parking brake Carry emergency equipment freeze Depending on the severity of the weath- er where you drive your car, you should Under some conditions your parking carry appropriate emergency equipment. brake can freeze in the engaged position. Some of the items you may want to carry This is most likely to happen when there include tow straps or chains, flashlight,...
Page 234: Trailer Towing
This section contains many time-tested, may differ. Ask an authorized KIA dealer important trailering tips and safety rules. for further details before towing. Many of these are important for your CAUTION safety and that of your passengers.
Page 235 Driving your vehicle E140100AUN E140200AUN E140300AUN-EU Hitches Safety chains Trailer brakes It's important to have the correct hitch should always attach chains If your trailer is equipped with a braking equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks between your vehicle and your trailer. system, make sure it conforms to federal going by, and rough roads are a few rea- Cross the safety chains under the tongue...
Page 236 Driving your vehicle E140400AUN E140401AUN E140404AUN Following distance Making turns Driving with a trailer Stay at least twice as far behind the vehi- When you’re turning with a trailer, make Towing a trailer requires a certain cle ahead as you would when driving wider turns than normal.
Page 237 Driving your vehicle An authorized KIA dealer can assist you CAUTION WARNING in installing the wiring harness. - Parking on a • When towing a trailer on steep hill grades (in excess of 6%) pay Parking your vehicle on a hill with a...
Page 238: Brake Pedal
Driving your vehicle 7. Shut off the vehicle and release the E140500AUN CAUTION vehicle brakes but leave the parking Maintenance when trailer towing brake set. • Due to higher load during trailer Your vehicle will need service more often usage, overheating might occur when you regularly pull a trailer.
Page 239 • When towing a trailer, be sure to con- sult an authorized KIA dealer for fur- ther information on additional require- ments such as a towing kit, etc. • Always drive your vehicle at a moder- ate speed (less than 100 km/h / 60 mph).
Page 240 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 241: Vehicle Load Limit
Driving your vehicle VEHICLE LOAD LIMIT ■ 5-seater ■ 7-seater E150100AUN Tire and loading information label The label located on the driver's door sill gives the original tire size, cold tire pressures recommended for your vehicle, the number of people that can be in your vehicle and vehicle capacity weight.
Page 242 Driving your vehicle E150102AUN E150103AUN E150105AUN Seating capacity: Towing capacity: Steps for determining correct load limit ■ ■ 5-seater: 2.4L engine: 1. Locate the statement "The com- Total : 5 persons Without trailer brakes: bined weight of occupants and (Front seat : 2 persons, 454 kg (1000 lbs) cargo should never exceed XXX Rear seat : 3 persons)
Page 243 Driving your vehicle 5. Determine the combined weight of Example 1 Example 2 luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trail- er, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 244 Driving your vehicle E150200AUN To find out the actual loads on your Example 3 Certification label front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your The certification label is located on vehicle.Your dealer can help you with the driver's door sill at the center pil- this.
Page 245 Driving your vehicle (Continued) WARNING WARNING - Loose cargo • Do not load your vehicle any • Overloading your vehicle can Items you carry inside your heavier than the GVWR, either cause heat buildup in your vehicle can strike and injure the maximum front or rear vehicle's tires and possible occupants in a sudden stop or...
Page 246: Vehicle Weight
Driving your vehicle VEHICLE WEIGHT E160000AUN E160300AUN E160700AUN-EU This section will guide you in the proper Cargo weight GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) loading of your vehicle and/or trailer, to This figure includes all weight added to This is the maximum allowable weight of keep your loaded vehicle weight within its the Base Curb Weight, including cargo the fully loaded vehicle (including all...
Page 247: What To Do In An Emergency
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 / 6-7 Towing / 6-18 What to do in an emergency...
Page 248: Accelerator Pedal
What to do in an emergency ROAD WARNING IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY WHILE DRIVING It should be used whenever emergency F020100AUN-EU repairs are being made or when the vehi- If the engine stalls at a crossroad cle is stopped near the edge of a road- or crossing way.
Page 249: If The Engine Will Not Start
4. If the engine still does not start, call an vehicle will not start, contact an 4. Check the starter connections to be authorized KIA dealer or seek other authorized KIA dealer or seek other sure they are securely tightened.
Page 250: Emergency Starting
What to do in an emergency EMERGENCY STARTING F040100AUN Connect cables in numerical order and Jump starting disconnect in reverse order. Jump starting can be dangerous if done incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your vehicle or Jumper Cables battery, follow the jump starting proce- dures.
Page 251 KIA dealer. on the booster battery (2). sparks. • Do not attempt to jump start the...
Page 252: If The Engine Overheats
5. If the water pump drive belt is broken as possible by an authorized KIA has stopped. If there is no visible loss or engine coolant is leaking out, stop dealer.
Page 253 What to do in an emergency IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE (1) Jack handle F070101AUN 7-seater Jacking instructions (2) Jack The jack is provided for emergency (3) Wheel lug nut wrench tire changing only. (4) Fixing straps To prevent the jack from “rattling” while the vehicle is in motion, store it properly.
Page 254 What to do in an emergency (Continued) • Be sure to use the correct front and rear jacking posi- tions on the vehicle; never use the bumpers or any other part of the vehicle for jack support. • The vehicle can easily roll off jack causing serious...
Page 255 What to do in an emergency OUN049014 OUN049015 1VQA4022 4. After the spare tire reaches the To store the spare tire: F070300AUN-EU Changing tires ground, continue to turn the 1. Lay the tire on the ground with the wrench counterclockwise, and 1.
Page 256 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 blocked, and that no person...
Page 257 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 258 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 259 Adjust it to the for thread style before installing specified pressure, if necessary. aftermarket lug nuts or wheels. Refer to “Tires and wheels” sec- If in doubt, consult an author- tion 8. ized KIA dealer. 6 13...
Page 260 What to do in an emergency F070301AUN-EC CAUTION Important - use of compact spare tire WARNING • You should drive carefully Your vehicle is equipped with a com- The compact spare tire is for when the compact spare is in pact spare tire.
Page 261 What to do in an emergency When using a compact spare tire, • Do not take this vehicle through an • Do not use more than one compact observe the following precautions: automatic car wash while the com- spare tire at a time. pact spare tire is installed.
Page 262: If Equipped
What to do in an emergency F070400AUN 2. Pass the straps inside one or two 7-seater Carrying a flat tire wheel-spoke. (if equipped) Hang each side of straps on the Do not store the flat tire on the com- luggage net holders as illustra- pact spare tire carrier underneath tions.
Page 263 • 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 264 • Avoid towing a vehicle heavier than the KIA dealer or a commercial tow truck vehicle doing the towing. service. • The drivers of both vehicles should...
Page 265 Attach a white or red cloth • Before emergency towing, check that (about 30 cm (12 inches) wide) in the KIA dealer or a commercial tow the hook is not broken or damaged. middle of the strap for easy visibility.
Page 266 What to do in an emergency • More steering effort will be required Front WARNING because the power steering system will be disabled. Do not use the hooks under the • If you are driving down a long hill, the front (or rear) of the vehicle for tow- brakes may overheat and brake per- ing purposes.
Page 267: Maintenance
Engine compartment / 7-2 Maintenance services / 7-4 Owner maintenance / 7-6 Maintenance schedule / 7-8 Explanation of scheduled maintenance items / 7-12 Engine oil / 7-16 Engine coolant / 7-17 Brakes fluid / 7-20 Power steering fluid / 7-21 Automatic transaxle fluid / 7-22 Washer fluid / 7-24 Parking brake / 7-24...
Page 268: Fuse Box
Maintenance ENGINE COMPARTMENT ■ ■ 2.4L 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. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick 9. Radiator cap 10.
Page 269 Maintenance ■ ■ 2.7L 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. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick 9. Radiator cap 10.
Page 270: Maintenance Services
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 271 If you lack sufficient eral procedures can be done only by an knowledge and experience or the authorized KIA dealer with special tools. proper tools and equipment to do the work, have it done by an ✽ ✽ NOTICE authorized KIA dealer.
Page 272: Owner Maintenance
• 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 273 Maintenance G030103AUN G030104AUN G030105AUN-EU At least monthly: At least twice a year At least once a year: (i.e., every Spring and Fall): • Check coolant level in the engine • Clean body and door drain holes. coolant reservoir. • Check radiator, heater and air condi- •...
Page 274: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE G040100AUN-EC Engine control system MAINTENANCE Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first INTERVALS × 1,000 km MAINTENANCE # Months ITEM Engine oil & engine oil filter Drive belts (tension) Cooling system hoses & connections Engine coolant Fuel filter Fuel tank cap, lines, EVAP canister and hoses Fuel tank air filter...
Page 275 Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) Chassis and body MAINTENANCE Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first INTERVALS × 1,000 km MAINTENANCE # Months ITEM Air conditioner compressor operation & refrigerant amount (if equipped) Exhaust pipes, heat shield & mountings Front suspension ball joints Brakes fluid Front brake pads &...
Page 276 Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) Chassis and body (Continued) MAINTENANCE Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first INTERVALS × 1,000 km MAINTENANCE # Months ITEM Automatic transaxle fluid Chassis & underbody bolts & nuts Tire condition & inflation pressure Wheel alignment Inspect when abnormal condition noted Tire rotation Rotate the tires every 12,000 km...
Page 277 Maintenance Chart symbols: I- Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary, correct, clean, refill, adjust of replace. R- Replace or change L- Lubricate. (1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual. (2) More frequent maintenance is required if driving under dusty conditions. (3) More frequent maintenance is required if the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions: a.
Page 278: Explanation Of Scheduled Maintenance Items
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 279 Vacuum crankcase ventilation Air cleaner filter hoses 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 280: Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick
Maintenance G051100AUN G051500AUN G051900AUN Cooling system Brake hoses and lines Brake discs, pads, calipers and rotors Check cooling system components, such Visually check for proper installation, as radiator, coolant reservoir, hoses and chafing, cracks, deterioration and any Check the pads for excessive wear, discs connections for leakage and damage.
Page 281 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 282: Engine Oil
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 re-insert it fully. WARNING - Radiator hose Be very careful not to touch the radiator hose when checking or...
Page 283: Radiator Cap
Have engine oil and filter changed by an it cools down. Use extreme care coolant. The reservoir is filled at the fac- authorized KIA dealer according to the when removing the radiator cap. tory. Maintenance Schedule at the beginning...
Page 284 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.
Page 285 Coolant • Do not use radiator coolant or Have coolant changed by an authorized antifreeze in the washer fluid KIA dealer according to the Maintenance reservoir. Schedule at the beginning of this section. • Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when sprayed...
Page 286 Before removing the reservoir cap and guaranteed. It should be disposed an authorized KIA dealer. adding brake fluid, clean the area around of properly. Don't put in the wrong the reservoir cap thoroughly to prevent kind of fluid.
Page 287: Power Steering Fluid
G090200AUN requires frequent addition of fluid, the Checking the power steering vehicle should be inspected by an hose authorized KIA dealer. Check the connections for oil leaks, severe damage and twists in the power steering hose before driving. CAUTION • To avoid damage to the power...
Page 288 Maintenance AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID 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 289 Have automatic transaxle fluid changed foaming, loss of fluid and transaxle transaxle fluid and distinguish it from by an authorized KIA dealer according to malfunction. engine oil or antifreeze. The red dye, the Maintenance Schedule at the begin- •...
Page 290: Washer Fluid
Serious less than specified, have the parking available. However, use washer solvent injury or death could occur. brake adjusted by an Authorized KIA with antifreeze characteristics in cold cli- Dealer. mates to prevent freezing. Stroke : 88~98 mm (3.5~3.8 in)
Page 291: Climate Control Air Filter
• Do not drive with the air cleaner careful to avoid damaging other compo- removed; this will result in exces- nents. sive engine wear. • Use a KIA genuine part. Use of OUN059012 non-genuine parts could damage G160100AUN-EC the air flow sensor.
Page 292: Wiper Blades
Maintenance WIPER BLADES Contamination of either the windshield or G180200AUN the wiper blades with foreign matter can Blade replacement reduce the effectiveness of the wind- When the wipers no longer clean ade- shield wipers. Common sources of con- quately, the blades may be worn or tamination are insects, tree sap, and hot cracked, and require replacement.
Page 293 Maintenance G180202AUN Rear window wiper blade To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components, have an authorized KIA dealer replace the wiper blade. 1JBA7037 1LDA5023 G180201AUN Front windshield wiper blade 1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the wiper blade assembly to expose the plastic locking clip.
Page 294 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 295 Maintenance G190200AUN (Continued) WARNING Battery recharging - 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 296 Maintenance G190300AUN 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. • Auto up/down window (See section 4) •...
Page 297 If a recommended for your vehicle. tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by an author- G200200AUN-EU ized KIA dealer. Recommended cold tire inflation • Overinflation produces OUN086005 pressures...
Page 298 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 299 • Remember to check the pres- Refer to “Tire and wheels” in section 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 300 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 ✽ ✽ NOTICE aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life Rotate radial tires that have an and best overall performance.
Page 301 • 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 302 Maintenance G200601AUN G200700BUN G200800AUN Compact spare tire replacement Wheel replacement Tire traction A compact spare tire has a shorter When replacing the metal wheels for Tire traction can be reduced if you tread life than a regular size tire. any reason, make sure the new drive on worn tires, tires that are Replace it when you can see the wheels are equivalent to the original...
Page 303 Maintenance G201002AUN 92 - 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 304 Maintenance Tire speed ratings G201003AEN 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, based used for passenger cars.
Page 305 Maintenance G201005AUN G2010007BUN-EU 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 appli- The tires available as standard or This number is the greatest amount cable on the tire sidewall between tread optional equipment on your vehicles shoulder and maximum section width.
Page 306 Maintenance Temperature -A, B & C G201100AUN-EC WARNING Tire terminology and definitions - Tire The temperature grades are A (the temperature highest), B and C representing the Air Pressure: The amount of air tire’s resistance to the generation of inside the tire pressing outward on The temperature grade for this heat and its ability to dissipate heat the tire.
Page 307 Maintenance Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Maximum Load Rating: The load which the plies are laid at alternate rating for a tire at the maximum per- GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight angles less than 90 degrees to the missible inflation pressure for that Rating for the Front Axle.
Page 308 Maintenance Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire Traction: The friction between the Vehicle Maximum Load on the used on passenger cars and some tire and the road surface. The Tire: Load on an individual tire due to light duty trucks and multipurpose amount of grip provided.
Page 309 Maintenance All season tires Snow tires KIA specifies all season tires on If you equip your car with snow tires, some models to provide good per- they should be the same size and formance for use all year round, have the same load capacity as the including snowy and icy road condi- original tires.
Page 310 Avoid using Normal Blown the system involved and immediately consult an authorized KIA dealer. Fusible link CAUTION Three kinds of fuses are used: blade type Do not use a screwdriver or any for lower amperage rating, cartridge type,...
Page 311 5. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. If it fits loosely, consult an authorized KIA dealer. If you do not have a spare, use a fuse of...
Page 312 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 313 4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. If the main fuse is blown, consult an If it fits loosely, consult an authorized Authorized KIA Dealer. KIA dealer. CAUTION After checking the fuse panel in the...
Page 314 Maintenance G210300AUN-EU 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 315 Maintenance Inner fuse panel Description Fuse rating Protected component AUDIO Audio BCM, Digital clock, Mirror folding relay, Instrument cluster, Room lamp, Sunvisor lamp, Door warning switch, MEMORY A/C control module MIRR HTD Outside mirror motor & Defogger, A/C control module A/BAG SRS control module D/CLOCK...
Page 316 Maintenance Description Fuse rating Protected component T/GATE OPEN Fuel filler door switch, Tailgate relay STOP LP Stop lamp switch TAIL-LH Head lamp LH, Rear combination lamp LH, Front fog lamp relay FRT FOG Front fog lamp relay START Burglar alarm relay, Start relay coil, Inhibitor switch DR/LOCK Door lock/unlock relay HAZARD...
Page 317 Maintenance Engine compartment fuse panel Description Fuse rating Protected component I/P B+ 2 I/P junction box HORN RELAY Horn relay H/LP LOW RELAY Head lamp (Low) relay H/LP HI RELAY Head lamp (High) relay ABS 2 ABS/ESC control module DRL control module HORN Horn relay, Burglar horn relay H/LP LOW...
Page 318 Maintenance Description Fuse rating Protected component RAD FAN Radiator fan relay Pulse generator, ECM, Radiator fan relay, Stop lamp switch ABS/ESC control module, Multipurpose check connector S/WARMER Seat warmer relay ATM control relay TAIL Tail lamp relay SPARE Spare fuse BACK-UP Vehicle speed sensor, Back-up lamp switch, Transaxle range switch WIPER RELAY...
Page 319: Appearance Care
Maintenance APPEARANCE CARE Exterior care Even prompt washing with plain water WARNING - may not completely remove all these Wet brakes G230101AUN deposits. A mild soap, safe for use on After washing the vehicle, test the Exterior general caution painted surfaces, may be used. brakes while driving slowly to see if It is very important to follow the label After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-...
Page 320 Maintenance Waxing G230103AUN Finish damage repair Wax the vehicle when water will no longer bead on the paint. Deep scratches or stone chips in the painted surface must be repaired Always wash and dry the vehicle before promptly. Exposed metal will quickly rust waxing.
Page 321 Maintenance G230105AUN 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 322 Maintenance G230107AUN High-corrosion areas Moisture breeds corrosion Corrosion protection If you live in an area where your car is Moisture creates the conditions in which regularly exposed to corrosive materials, corrosion is most likely to occur. For Protecting your vehicle from corrosion corrosion protection is particularly impor- example, corrosion is accelerated by By using the most advanced design and...
Page 323 Maintenance To help prevent corrosion • When cleaning underneath the car, Keep paint and trim in good condition 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 324 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 325: Emission Control System
Emission Control inspected and maintained by an author- System is designed to prevent fuel ized KIA dealer in accordance with the vapors from escaping into the atmos- maintenance schedule in this manual. phere. (The ORVR system is designed to allow...
Page 326 Maintenance G270201AUN G270300AUN G270302AUN Canister Engine exhaust gas precautions 3. Exhaust emission control (carbon 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 327 • 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 328: Specifications & Consumer Information
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 / 8-6 Engine number / 8-7 Specifications &...
Page 329: Bulb Wattage
Specifications & Consumer information DIMENSIONS BULB WATTAGE I010000BUN-EE I030000AUN-EU Item mm (in) Light Bulb Wattage Headlights (Low) Overall length 4545 (178.9) Headlights (High) Overall width 1820 (71.6) Front turn signal lights 28/8 Overall height 1650 (65.0) / 1700 (66.9) * Position lights Front tread 1573 (61.9) / 1563 (61.5) *...
Page 330: Tires And Wheels
Specifications & Consumer information TIRES AND WHEELS I020000BUN-EU Inflation pressure Tire Wheel lug nut torque Wheel size Item kPa (psi) size kgf•m (lb•ft, N•m) Front Rear P205/60R16 6.5J×16 Full size tire P225/50R17 6.5J×17 (32) (32) 9~11 (65~79 , 88~107) Compact spare tire T125/80D16 4.0T×16 (60)
Page 331: Recommended Lubricants And Capacities
Specifications & Consumer information RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES I040000AUN-EC 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 332 Specifications & Consumer information I040100AUN-EU 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 333: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
Specifications & Consumer information VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION VEHICLE CERTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) LABEL Type A Type B OVQ076002N OUN086004 OUN088001 H010000BUN The VIN is also on a plate attached to the H020000BUN-EU top of the dashboard. The number on the The vehicle certification label attached The vehicle identification number (VIN) is plate can easily be seen through the on the driver's side center pillar gives the...
Page 334: Tire Specification And Pressure Label
Specifications & Consumer information TIRE SPECIFICATION AND ENGINE NUMBER PRESSURE LABEL 2.4L Engine OUN089003L 2.7L Engine OUN086005 H030000AUN The tires supplied on your new vehicle are chosen to provide the best perform- ance for normal driving. The tire label located on the driver's side center pillar gives the tire pressures rec- ommended for your car.
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Page 336 Index Door locks········································································4-9 Air bag-advanced supplemental restraint system ··········3-40 Air cleaner ·····································································7-25 Economical operation ····················································5-28 Appearance care·····························································7-53 Emergency starting ··························································6-4 Audio system ·································································4-92 Emission control system················································7-59 Automatic climate control system ·································4-70 Engine compartment ·················································2-4/7-2 Automatic transaxle ·························································5-7 Engine coolant ·······························································7-17 Automatic transaxle fluid ··············································7-22 Engine number·································································8-7 Engine oil·······································································7-16...
Page 337 Index Owner maintenance ·························································7-6 If the engine overheats·····················································6-6 If the engine will not start ···············································6-3 If you have a flat tire ·······················································6-7 In case of an emergency while driving····························6-2 Parking brake ································································7-24 Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster ···················1-5 Power steering fluid·······················································7-21 Instrument cluster ··························································4-32 Instrument panel overview···············································2-3 Interior features······························································4-83...
Page 338 Index Tailgate···········································································4-13 Theft-alarm system ··························································4-9 Tire specification and pressure label ·······························8-6 Tires and wheels······················································7-31/8-3 Towing ···········································································6-18 Trailer towing·································································5-37 Vehicle break-in process ··················································1-4 Vehicle certification label ················································8-6 Vehicle identification number (VIN)·······························8-6 Vehicle load limit···························································5-44 Vehicle weight ·······························································5-49 Washer fluid···································································7-24 Windows ········································································4-15 Windshield defrosting and defogging····························4-77 Winter driving ································································5-34 Wiper blades ··································································7-26...

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