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 dealer knows discontinue or change specifications or design at any time your vehicle best.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Introduction Your vehicle at a glance Features of your vehicle Driving your vehicle table of contents What to do in an emergency Maintenance Specifications Index...
Page 4 Introduction How to use this manual / 1-2 Fuel requirements / 1-2 Vehicle break-in process / 1-3...
Page 5: Introduction
We want to help you get the greatest You’ll find various WARNING’s, Your new Kia vehicle is designed to use possible driving pleasure from your vehi- CAUTION’s, and NOTICE’s in this manu- only unleaded fuel with a minimum cle. Your Owner’s Manual can assist you al.
Page 6 Introduction VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS Gasoline containing alcohol and Vehicle damage or driveability problems No special break-in period is needed. By may not be covered by the manufactur- following a few simple precautions for the methanol er’s warranty if they result from the use first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and the performance, economy and life of...
Page 7: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your vehicle at a glance Interior overview / 2-2 Instrument panel overview / 2-3...
Page 8: Interior Overview
Your vehicle at a glance INTERIOR OVERVIEW 1. Door lock/unlock button ....3-13 2. Driver position memory system*..3-56 3. Seat adjust knob*......3-40 4. Outside rearview mirror control switch ..........3-103 5. Power rear quarter window switches* ...........3-26 6. Power window switches ....3-26 7.
Page 9: Instrument Panel Overview
Your vehicle at a glance INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW 1. Driver’s airbag ........3-87 2. Light control / Turn signals ...3-126 3. Instrument cluster......3-107 4. Wiper/Washer .......3-130 5. Auto cruise control* ......4-11 6. Audio controls* ......3-178 7. Steering wheel ......3-100 8. Ignition switch........4-3 9.
Page 10: Table Of Contents
Keys / 3-3 Remote keyless entry / 3-4 Theft-alarm system / 3-7 Immobilizer system / 3-9 Door locks / 3-11 Power sliding door and power tailgate / 3-17 Features of your vehicle Window / 3-26 Hood / 3-29 Fuel filler lid / 3-30 Sunroof / 3-33 Seat / 3-37 Driver position memory system / 3-57...
Page 11: Table Of Contents
Warnings and indicators / 3-118 Interior lights / 3-123 Lighting / 3-126 Wipers and washers / 3-130 Horn / 3-134 Defroster / 3-135 Features of your vehicle Hazard warning flasher / 3-136 Manual climate control system / 3-137 Automatic climate control system / 3-147 Windshield defrosting and defogging / 3-160 Luggage net holder / 3-163 Roof rack / 3-164...
Page 12: Features Of Your Vehicle
KEYS Key operations WARNING Master key Use only Kia original parts for the Used to start the engine, lock and unlock ignition key in your vehicle. If an the doors, lock and unlock the glove box aftermarket key is used, the ignition and center console storage (if equipped).
Page 13: Remote Keyless Entry /
Features of your vehicle REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (IF EQUIPPED) (3) Power tailgate opening or closing Type A (1) Lock ( , if equipped) All doors are locked if the lock button The tailgate is opened or closed is pressed. automatically if the button is pressed. If all doors are closed, the hazard The hazard warning lights will blink warning lights blink once to indicate...
Page 14 If you have a problem large amounts of vehicle electric with the transmitter, contact an autho- power. To prevent the battery from rized Kia Dealer. being discharged, do not operate them consecutively (more than approximately 10 times).
Page 15 2. Replace the battery with new one. When replacing the battery, make sure the battery positive “+” symbol faces up as indicated in the illustration. 3. Install the battery in the reverse order of removal. For replacement transmitters, see an Authorized Kia Dealer for reprogram- ming.
Page 16: Theft-Alarm System /
Features of your vehicle THEFT-ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Armed stage • If any door, tailgate or engine hood remains open, the system will not Park the car and stop the engine. Arm be armed. If this happens, re-arm the system as described below. the system as described previous.
Page 17 Features of your vehicle Theft-alarm stage Disarmed stage The alarm will be activated if any of the The system will be disarmed when the following occurs while the system is doors are unlocked by depressing the armed. unlock button on the transmitter or unlocked with the ignition key.
Page 18: Immobilizer System /
Insert the ignition key into the key cylin- tion. ✽ NOTICE der and turn it to the ON position. If you need additional keys or lose your keys, consult your authorized Kia dealer.
Page 19 After performing the limp home proce- expressly approved by the party Do not change, alter or adjust the dure, you have to see an authorized Kia responsible for compliance could immobilizer system because it dealer immediately to inspect and repair...
Page 20: Door Locks /
Features of your vehicle DOOR LOCKS • When closing the door, push the door Front doors Rear sliding doors by hand. Make sure that doors are closed securely. ✽ NOTICE In cold and wet climates, door lock and door mechanisms may not work proper- Unlock Pull ly due to freezing conditions.
Page 21 Features of your vehicle Front door WARNING WARNING When the rear sliding door is not Always remove the ignition key, fully open, it is not latched and may engage the parking brake, close all move unintentionally. This could windows and lock all doors when result in a serious injury.
Page 22: Central Door Lock Switch
Features of your vehicle • To lock a door, push the door lock but- Front door Driver’s door ton (1) to the “Lock” position. If the door is locked, red part (2) of the button Unlock Lock becomes invisible. • To open a door, pull the door handle (3).
Page 23 Features of your vehicle Passenger’s door (if equipped) WARNING - WARNING Doors Unlocked vehicles • The doors should always be fully closed and locked while the vehi- Leaving your vehicle unlocked can cle is in motion to prevent acci- invite theft or possible harm to you dental opening of the door.
Page 24 Features of your vehicle 3. Close the rear door. To open the rear door, pull the outside door handle or push the main control but- ton of the power sliding door. Even though the doors may be unlocked, the rear door will not open by pulling the inner door handle or pushing the sub control button until rear door child safety lock is unlocked (...
Page 25: Driving Your Vehicle
Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE WARNING Exhaust • In cold and wet climates, door lock fumes and door mechanisms may not work If you drive with the tailgate open, properly due to freezing conditions. you will draw dangerous exhaust •...
Page 26: Power Sliding Door And Power Tailgate /
Features of your vehicle POWER SLIDING DOOR AND POWER TAILGATE (IF EQUIPPED) (1) Left power sliding door main control On the overhead console WARNING button (2) Right power sliding door main control Never leave children or animals button unattended your vehicle.
Page 27 This must be done by may stop at that position. At this time, an authorized Kia dealer. close the doors manually and operate 1VQA2347 • When jacking up the vehicle to the door automatically again.
Page 28 Kia dealer. vehicle. 1. Put the shift lever in the P (Park) for • Make sure there are no people or automatic transaxle.
Page 29 Features of your vehicle • When the power ON/OFF button WARNING (PWR) is OFF (not depressed), the power sliding door and power tailgate Do not allow children to play with can not be controlled with the sub con- the power sliding door or power trol buttons or door handles.
Page 30 Features of your vehicle - If the door handle is pulled from On the overhead console On the center pillar trim inside or outside while the door is locked or child safety lock is engaged, the power sliding door will not open.
Page 31 Features of your vehicle WARNING WARNING If children accidentally open the • Let the rear passengers get in or power sliding doors while the vehi- out of the vehicle after the door is cle is in motion, they could fall out open fully.
Page 32 Features of your vehicle • If the window on the power sliding door • The left power sliding door cannot be • If the power sliding door is operated is open (more than 80 mm/3 in.), the opened while the fuel filler lid is open again while the door is closing, the power sliding door will not power open fully.
Page 33 Features of your vehicle Power sliding door non-opening condi- On the overhead console On the tailgate tions The power sliding door is not automati- cally opened, but closed under the fol- lowing conditions. If the main or sub con- trol button is pushed for power opening operation, the chime sounds once.
Page 34 Features of your vehicle • When the power ON/OFF button • If the power tailgate is operated again WARNING (PWR) is OFF (not depressed), the while the tailgate is closing, the tailgate power tailgate can not be controlled is automatically opened fully. Make sure there are no people or with the sub control buttons or tailgate •...
Page 35: Window /
Features of your vehicle WINDOWS Power windows (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) Power rear quarter window (left) switch* (6) Power rear quarter window (right) switch*...
Page 36 Features of your vehicle The ignition switch must be in the ON Window opening and closing (Continued) position for power windows to operate. The driver’s door has a master power • Never try to operate the main Each door has a power window switch window switch that controls all the win- switch on the driver's door and that...
Page 37: Power Window Lock Switch
Features of your vehicle Automatic power window down (driver’s window) Depressing the power window switch momentarily to the second detent posi- tion (9) completely lowers the driver’s window even when the switch is released. To stop the window at the desired position while the window is in operation, pull up the switch momentarily to the opposite direction of the window...
Page 38 Features of your vehicle HOOD Closing the hood 1. Before closing the hood, check the fol- lowing: • All filler caps in engine compartment must be correctly installed. • Gloves, rags or any other com- bustible material must be removed from the engine compartment.
Page 39: Fuel Filler Lid
Features of your vehicle FUEL FILLER LID WARNING - Refueling If pressurized fuel sprays out, it can cover your clothes or skin and thus subject you to the risk of fire and burns. Always remove the fuel cap carefully and slowly. If the cap is venting fuel or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until the condition stops before completely removing...
Page 40 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) WARNING - Refueling dan- Use only portable plastic fuel • Do not get back into a vehicle gers containers designed to carry and once you have begun refueling Automotive fuels are flammable store gasoline. since you can generate static materials.
Page 41 • If the fuel filler cap requires replacement, use only a genuine OVQ036007N Kia cap or the equivalent speci- When fuel filler lid does not open fied for your vehicle. An incorrect with the release button fuel filler cap can result in a seri-...
Page 42: Sunroof /
Features of your vehicle SUNROOF (IF EQUIPPED) The sunroof can only be opened, closed, or tilted when the ignition switch is in the ON position. The sunroof can be operated for approx- imately 30 seconds after the ignition key is removed or turned to the ACC or LOCK position.
Page 43 Features of your vehicle Open Open Autoslide Autotilt To use the autoslide feature, momentari- To use the autotilt feature, momentarily ly (less than 0.4 second) press the slide (less than 0.4 second) press the tilt but- button on the overhead console. ton on the overhead console.
Page 44 Features of your vehicle CAUTION • Do not press any sunroof control button longer than necessary. Damage to the motor or system components could occur. • Periodically remove any dirt that may accumulate on the guide rail. • If you try to open the sunroof when the temperature is below freezing or when the sunroof is covered with snow or ice, the...
Page 45 Features of your vehicle Resetting the sunroof 4. Press and hold the tilt button (for more than 10 seconds) until the sun- Whenever the vehicle battery is discon- roof has returned to the original posi- nected or discharged, or you use the tion of tilt after it is raised a little high- emergency handle to operate the sun- er than the maximum tilt position.
Page 46 Features of your vehicle SEAT Front seat Power seat Manual seat (1) Forward and backward (2) Seatback angle (3) Seat cushion height (Driver’s seat)* (4) Seat warmer* (5) Headrest (6) Armrest (7) Lumbar support Rear seats (8) Forward and backward (Long wheelbase)* (9) Seatback angle (10) Headrest...
Page 47 Features of your vehicle (Continued) WARNING WARNING Loose objects - Driver’s seat • Always drive and ride with your Loose objects in the driver’s foot • Never attempt to adjust seat while seatback upright and the lap por- area could interfere with the opera- the vehicle is moving.
Page 48 Features of your vehicle WARNING Driver respon- sibility for front seat pas- senger Riding in a vehicle with a front seat- back reclined could lead to serious or fatal injury in an accident. If a front seat is reclined during an acci- dent, the occupant’s hips may slide under the lap portion of the safety belt applying great force to the...
Page 49 Features of your vehicle CAUTION • Power seats are driven by an electric motor. Stop operating once the adjustment is complet- ed. Excessive operation may damage the electrical equipment. • When in operation, the power seats consume large amounts of electrical power.
Page 50 Features of your vehicle WARNING Driver respon- sibility for front seat pas- senger Riding in a vehicle with a front seat- back reclined could lead to serious or fatal injury in an accident. If a front seat is reclined during an acci- dent, the occupant’s hips may slide under the lap portion of the safety belt applying great force to the...
Page 51 Features of your vehicle 1VQA2046 1VQH3900N 1VQA2049 Seat cushion height Headrest (front) Forward and backward adjustment (if equipped) Push the front portion (1) of the control The headrest not only provides comfort knob up to raise or down to lower the for the driver and front passenger, but The headrest may be adjusted forward to front part of the seat cushion.
Page 52 Features of your vehicle 1VQA2050 1VQA2051 OVQ027052 Adjusting the height up and down Removal Armrest (for driver’s seat) To raise the headrest, pull it up to the To remove the headrest, raise it as far as The front seats have the armrest located desired position (1).
Page 53: Seat Warmer*
Features of your vehicle CAUTION For proper operation of the occu- pant classification system: • Do not place any items cumula- tively weighing over 1 kg (2.2 lbs) in the seatback pocket or on the seat. • Do not hang onto the front pas- senger seat.
Page 54 Features of your vehicle CAUTION WARNING - Seat heater • When cleaning the seats, do not burns use an organic solvent such as Passengers should use extreme thinner, benzene, alcohol and caution when using seat warmers gasoline. Doing so may damage due to the possibility of excess the surface of the heater or seats.
Page 55 Features of your vehicle Seatback angle 2nd row seat To recline the seatback: 1. Lean forward slightly and lift up on the seatback recline lever (or strap) locat- ed on the outside of the seat at the rear. 2. Carefully lean back on the seat and adjust the seatback of the seat to the position you desire.
Page 56 Features of your vehicle OVQ036206N 1VQA2057 1VQA2058 Armrest Headrest (rear) Removal To remove the headrest, raise it as far as The 2nd row seats have the armrest The headrest not only provides comfort located on the side of seatback. for the passengers, but also helps to pro- it can go then press the release button tect the head and neck in the event of a (1) while pulling upward (2).
Page 57 Features of your vehicle WARNING - Uprighting seat When you return the seatback to its upright position, hold the seatback and return it slowly. If the seatback is returned without holding it, the back of the seat could spring for- ward resulting in accidental injury from being struck by the seatback.
Page 58 Features of your vehicle OVQ036209N OVQ036210N OVQ036208N 2. Pull the seatback recliner (or strap) 4. Make sure the green mark on the rear - 3rd row seat (Long wheelbase) and double-fold the seat forward. seat cushion frame is visible and the 1.
Page 59: Features Of Your Vehicle
Features of your vehicle 2nd row seat 2nd row seat OVQ036211N OVQ036213N 3rd row seat (Short wheelbase) OVQ036212N 4. Pull the folding strap out of the pocket located under the seat cushion. (2nd row seat) 5. Lift the entire folded seat forward and tie the folded seat to the assist handle using the strap.
Page 60 Features of your vehicle 2nd row seat 2nd row seat OVQ036211N OVQ036214N 3rd row seat (Short wheelbase) 3rd row seat (Short wheelbase) OVQ036210N 3. Make sure the green mark on the rear seat cushion frame is visible and the catches are locked in position by mov- ing the seat forward and backward or lifting the front portion of the seat.
Page 61 Features of your vehicle 2nd row seat OVQ036215L 3rd row seat (Short wheelbase) OVQ036216N OVQ036209N To install the rear seat: 3. Lift the rear portion of the seat cushion then push down firmly to lock the 1. Put the front anchor strikers along the catches into the rear anchors until an front anchors on the floor.
Page 62 Features of your vehicle OVQ036210N OVQ036400L OVQ037401N/OVQ037402N 4. Make sure the green mark on the rear If the rear catches of the seat are locked 1. Lift the seatback (2) while pulling up seat cushion frame is visible and the into the rear anchors (2) while the front the seatback recline lever (1) and push catches are locked in position by mov-...
Page 63 Features of your vehicle OVQ036219N OVQ037403N OVQ036218N 4. Remove the seat while lifting up the Stowing the rear seat rear portion of seat cushion (6). - 3rd row seat (Long wheelbase) The rear seat can be folded and stowed in the luggage compartment to provide additional cargo space.
Page 64 Features of your vehicle WARNING • Make sure there is no body or object around the seat and be careful not to injure your hands or body under the seat or in the mov- ing parts when stowing or rein- stalling the seat.
Page 65 Features of your vehicle 2nd row 3rd row CAUTION - Rear safety WARNING - Cargo belts Cargo should always be secured to When returning the rear seatbacks prevent it from being thrown about to the upright position, remember the vehicle in a collision and caus- to return the rear shoulder belts to ing injury to the vehicle occupants.
Page 66: Driver Position Memory System /
Features of your vehicle DRIVER POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Recalling positions from memory WARNING 1. Shift the transaxle lever into P while the ignition switch is ON. Never attempt to operate the driver position memory system while the 2. To recall the position in memory, press vehicle is moving.
Page 67: Power Adjustable Pedals /
Have the driver position memory system and exit the vehicle. the pedals move toward the driver. checked by an authorized Kia dealer. If you push the ▼ portion of the switch, • It will move driver’s seat rearward when the pedals move away from the driver.
Page 68: Safety Belts /
Features of your vehicle SAFETY BELTS Setting the adjustable pedal posi- Safety belt restraint system All seats have lap/shoulder belts. Inertial locks in the safety belt retractors allow all tion of the lap/shoulder safety belts to remain 1. Be sure the parking brake is engaged. WARNING - Safety belts unlocked during normal vehicle opera-...
Page 69 (emer- belt, have an authorized Kia dealer when subjected to the stress and gency lock mode). However they can be service it immediately. Never drive forces of a collision.
Page 70 Features of your vehicle (Continued) WARNING - Safety belt • Use the shoulder portion of the care safety belt on the outside shoul- • A damaged belt may not give you der only. Never wear the shoulder the protection you need in an portion under the arm or place it accident.
Page 71 Features of your vehicle 1GHA2262 1VQH2263 1VQH2264 Lap/shoulder belt 3. Insert the tongue plate (1) into the 4. Position the lap portion (2) of the belt open end of the buckle (2) until an across your lap as LOW ON THE HIPS To fasten the lap/shoulder belt: audible “click”...
Page 72 Features of your vehicle 1st / 2nd row WARNING • The height adjuster must be in the locked position when the vehicle is moving. • The misadjustment of height of the shoulder belt could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt in a crash.
Page 73 Features of your vehicle OVQ036225N OVQ036097N 1VQH3903 3 Point rear center belt 2. Insert the tongue plate (A) into the 3. Pull the tongue plate (B) and insert the - 3rd row (Long wheelbase) open end of the buckle (C) until an tongue plate (B) into the open end of audible “click"...
Page 74 Features of your vehicle There will be an audible “click” when the tab locks in the buckle. The safety 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 75 Features of your vehicle Proper use and care of the safety 3rd row seat (Long wheelbase) belt system To ensure that the safety belts provide the maximum protection, please follow these instructions: • Use the belts at all times - even on short trips.
Page 76 Features of your vehicle Infants and small children WARNING - WARNING Belt cleaning - Children on To increase their safety, infants and laps Do not bleach or dye the webbing young children should always because this may weaken the web- Never hold a child on your lap or in restrained restraint...
Page 77 Features of your vehicle Larger children WARNING - Infants and As children grow, they may need to use young children new child-restraint systems, including • Infants and young children are at larger child seats or booster seats, which much greater risk of serious injury are appropriate for their increased size.
Page 78 Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE WARNING - Safety belt The pre-tensioner seat belt is installed at adjustment the front seats, and the sensor is To obtain maximum benefit from a equipped inside the buckle, where pres- pre-tensioner seat belt: ence of passenger is sensed by the fas- •...
Page 79 WARNING - Air bag/Pre- please have an authorized Kia deal- a collision. tensioner dust er inspect the pre-tensioner and air • Do not attempt to replace the pre- When the air bags and pre-tension- bag system as soon as possible.
Page 80: Child Restraint System /
Features of your vehicle CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM We strongly recommend the use of a (Continued) child seat or infant seat for small children • When the child restraint system and babies, and it is required by law in is not in use, store it in the lug- almost all states.
Page 81 Kia dealer. injury to the child in the event of could impact the rear-facing child • Failure to observe this manual's an accident or a sudden stop.
Page 82 Features of your vehicle 2nd row seat WARNING Tether strap If the tether strap is secured incor- rectly, the child restraint seat may not be restrained properly in the event of a collision. Do not mount more than one child restraint seat to a tether anchorage, since the anchorage can then fail in a collision.
Page 83 Features of your vehicle Long wheelbase WARNING - Child restraint anchorage • Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circum- stances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses or OVQ037300N-1 for attaching other items or Short wheelbase...
Page 84 Features of your vehicle Follow the child seat manufacturer’s WARNING WARNING - instructions to properly install child ISOFIX lower restraint seats with ISOFIX or ISOFIX- anchors When using the vehicle's "ISOFIX" compatible attachments. system to install a child restraint ISOFIX lower anchors are only to be Once you have installed the ISOFIX child system in the rear seat, all unused used with the left and right rear out-...
Page 85 Features of your vehicle E2MS103005 E2BLD310 MMSA3028 Installing a child restraint system by 2. Fasten the lap/shoulder belt latch into 3. Pull the shoulder portion of the safety lap/shoulder belt belt all the way out. When the shoulder the buckle. Listen for the distinct “click” sound.
Page 86 Features of your vehicle 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 87 Features of your vehicle AIR BAG - ADVANCED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM Front passenger’s Driver’s air bag Side air bag Curtain Air bag air bag Side impact sensor Front impact sensor Front seat position Occupant classi- SRS control module sensor fication system OVQ036094N/1VQA2076/1VQA2077/OVQ037900N/OVQ036017N/1VQA2079/1VQA2323/1VQA2080/OVQ036096N/OVQ036095N/1VQA2081...
Page 88 Features of your vehicle What your air bag system does The importance of using (1) Driver’s air bag safety belts Driver’s air bag and front passenger’s air (2) Front passenger’s air bag bag are designed to supplement the pro- There are four very important reasons to (3) Side air bag* tection offered by the safety belt in cer- use safety belts even with an air bag sup-...
Page 89 • Driver’s and front passenger’s air rized Kia dealer for inspection the front passenger's air bag under cer- bag are designed to inflate only in and necessary repairs.
Page 90 Features of your vehicle Main components of occupant classi- Always be sure that you and all vehicle fication system occupants are seated and restrained properly (sitting upright with the seat in • Detection devices located under the an upright position, centered on the seat front passenger seat frame.
Page 91 Features of your vehicle • The "PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF" Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant indicator illuminates after the ignition classification system key is turned to the "ON" position or after the engine is started. If the front Indicator/Warning light Devices Condition detected by...
Page 92 (for example, by not sitting in the front passenger's seat. when the front passenger's seat upright, by sitting on the edge of Have an authorized Kia dealer is occupied by a person of adult the seat, or by otherwise being inspect the occupant classification size who is seated properly, or if out of position), the "PASSEN-...
Page 93 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 94 Do not • The front seat passenger air bag hang onto the front passenger • Kia does not endorse nor will it is much larger than the steering seat. Do not hang any items such support any changes to any part...
Page 95 Features of your vehicle • Emergency power backup in case your (Continued) (Continued) car’s electrical system is disconnected • If the driver brakes the vehicle • Do not put objects or stickers on in a crash. heavily prior to an impact, unbelt- the instrument panel.
Page 96 Kia dealer inspect the senger’s air bag under certain conditions. • Do not place any objects that may seat position sensor and the...
Page 97 Features of your vehicle (Continued) WARNING • Ignoring the SRS indicator light • You must always sit as far back (air bag indicator and passenger from the steering wheel air bag as air bag off indicator) can result in possible (chest at least 250 mm serious or fatal injury if the air (10 inches) away from the steer- bags occupant classification sys-...
Page 98 Use of seat covers could interfere with side air bag deployment. If seat or seat cover is damaged, have the vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized Kia dealer. Inform them that your 1VQA2077 OVQ037900N vehicle is equipped with side air bags and an occupant detection system.
Page 99 This should only occupants and both outboard be done by an authorized Kia rear occupants should sit in an OVQ036093N dealer. upright position with the seat...
Page 100 Features of your vehicle Why didn’t my air bag go off in a collision? (Inflation and non-inflation 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. These include rear impacts, second or third collisions in multiple impact accidents, as well as low speed...
Page 101 Kia dealer. • If the installation location or • Your vehicle has been designed angle of the sensors is altered in to absorb impact and deploy the any way, the air bags may deploy air bag(s) in certain collisions.
Page 102 Features of your vehicle Although the front air bags (driver’s and front passenger’s air bags) are designed to inflate only in frontal collision, it may inflate in any collision if front impact sen- sors detect a sufficient impact. Side air bags (side and/or curtain air bags) are designed to inflate only in side impact collision, it may inflate in any collision if...
Page 103 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 collision, because occupants of impact may direct the occupants in a pants are moved backward by the move to the direction of the collision,...
Page 104 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 proper protection to...
Page 105 Features of your vehicle Air bag system operation • Air bag deployment depends on a • In order to help provide protection in a number of factors including vehicle severe collision, the air bags must • Air bag only operates when the ignition speed, angles of impact and the densi- inflate rapidly.
Page 106 Features of your vehicle Noise and smoke WARNING - WARNING Seated When the air bags inflate, they make a positioning When the air bags deploy, the air loud noise and they leave smoke and bag related parts in steering wheel •...
Page 107 Features of your vehicle WARNING • Never put child restraint in the front passenger’s seat. If the front passenger air bag inflates, it would cause serious or fatal injuries. • When children are seated in the rear outboard seats in which side air bags are equipped, be sure to put the child restraint system as far away from the door side as...
Page 108 • When leaving the vehicle at an autho- • Do not work on the system’s com- or discard the air bag by yourself. This rized Kia dealer, inform the facility that ponents or wiring. This could must be done by an authorized Kia...
Page 109 Note that these government warnings focus on the risk to children, Kia also wants you to be aware of the risks which adults are exposed to. Those have been described in previous pages.
Page 110: Steering Wheel /
• If the power steering drive belt RPM by depressing accelerator until the ing checked by an Authorized Kia Dealer. breaks or if the power steering RPM reaches 1,500 rpm then release or pump malfunctions, the steering let the engine idle for two or three min- effort will greatly increase.
Page 111 Features of your vehicle Tilt steering WARNING A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You • Never adjust the angle of steering can also raise it to the highest level to wheel while driving. You may lose give your legs more room when you exit your steering control and cause and enter the vehicle.
Page 112: Mirrors /
Features of your vehicle MIRRORS Outside rearview mirror WARNING - Rearview mir- Be sure to adjust mirror angles before rors driving. • The right outside rearview mirror Your vehicle is equipped with both left- is convex. Objects seen in the hand and right-hand outside rearview mirror are closer than they mirrors.
Page 113 Features of your vehicle Outside rearview mirror heater CAUTION (if equipped) • The mirrors stop moving when The outside rearview mirror heater is they reach the maximum adjust- actuated in connection with the rear win- ing angles, but the motor contin- dow defroster.
Page 114 Features of your vehicle : Both the left and right outside (Examples) rearview mirrors will be turned If the shift lever is shifted into reverse (R) downward about 5 degrees. when the outside rearview mirror selec- : Only the right outside rearview tion switch is in L, both the right and left mirror will be turned downward outside rearview mirrors will automatical-...
Page 115 Features of your vehicle Electric type (if equipped) The electric rearview mirror automatical- ly controls the glare from the headlights Day/Night lever of the car behind you in nighttime or low light driving conditions. The sensor mounted in the mirror senses the light level around the vehicle, and through a chemical reaction, automatically controls the headlight glare from vehicles behind...
Page 116 Features of your vehicle 1KMA3084 OVQ036025N 1VQA2107 Type A Type B (with homelink wireless Conversation mirror control system) To operate the electric rearview mirror The mirror is a convenient feature to help To operate the electric rearview mirror Press the ON/OFF button (1) to turn the the front passenger talk with rear pas- automatic- dimming function on.
Page 117: Instrument Cluster
Features of your vehicle INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ■ Type A 1. Tachometer 2. Turn signal indicators 3. Speedometer 4. Engine temperature gauge 5. Warning and indicator lights 6. Shift position indicator (Automatic transaxle only) 7. Odometer/Trip odometer ■ Type B 8. Fuel gauge OVQ037026N/OVQ037027N...
Page 118: Gauges /
Features of your vehicle GAUGES OVQ036404N OVQ036405N 1VQA2124 Speedometer Odometer/Trip odometer Odometer The odometer indicates the total dis- The speedometer indicates the forward You can choose the odometer, trip tance the vehicle has been driven. speed of the vehicle. odometer A and trip odometer B by pressing the tripmeter mode button.
Page 119 Features of your vehicle 1VQA2125 OVQ036406N OVQ036031N Trip odometer Tachometer Engine temperature gauge TRIP A: Trip odometer A The tachometer indicates the approxi- This gauge shows the temperature of the TRIP B: Trip odometer B mate number of engine revolutions per engine coolant when the ignition switch minute (rpm).
Page 120 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 121: Trip Computer /
Features of your vehicle TRIP COMPUTER (IF EQUIPPED) Mode selection The compass is always displayed until the display is turned off. Push the MODE button to select distance to empty, driving time, average fuel con- sumption and outside temperature func- tions.
Page 122 Features of your vehicle Calibration procedure 5. Press and hold the MODE button again for 2~4.5 seconds until the “turn” The compass may not indicate the cor- appears and “DIR” blinks in the display rect compass direction when you are dri- and release the button.
Page 123 Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE 3. Release the MODE button and press the RESET button repeatedly until the 1. Do not install a ski rack, antenna, etc. correct terrestrial deviation angle value that is attached to the vehicle using a for your location appears in the display.
Page 124 Features of your vehicle Compass zone map 3 115...
Page 125 Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE • If the vehicle is not on level ground or the battery power has been interrupt- ed, the “Distance to empty” function may not operate correctly. The trip computer may not register additional fuel if less than 6 liters (1.6 gallons) of fuel are added to the vehi- cle.
Page 126 Features of your vehicle 1VQA2320 OVQ036040N 1VQA2322 Average fuel consumption (“AVG” Outside temperature Unit conversion shown on display) This mode indicates the outside temper- The unit on each mode can be changed ature around the vehicle. by pushing the RESET button for more This mode calculates the average fuel than 4 seconds as follows: consumption from the total fuel used and...
Page 127: Warnings And Indicators /
If the light stays on, you may have a unexpected and dangerous situa- problem with your ABS system. Contact tion during sudden braking. In this an authorized Kia dealer as soon as pos- case, avoid high speed driving and sible. abrupt braking. Have your vehicle checked by Authorized Kia Dealer as soon as possible.
Page 128 This indicator illuminates when the head- Have it towed to any Authorized Kia Dealer for a brake system inspection lights are on and in the high beam posi- tion or when the turn signal lever is pulled and necessary repairs.
Page 129 This warning light illuminates when a This warning light indicates a malfunction diately by an authorized Kia Dealer. door is not closed securely with the igni- of either the generator or electrical tion in any position.
Page 130 Have the Engine ✽ NOTICE warning Control System inspected as soon as possible by an authorized Kia A loose fuel filler cap may cause the On Board Diagnostic System Malfunction Dealer. This warning light indicates the fuel tank...
Page 131 ESC OFF button. The ESC OFF indicator will illuminate indicating the ESC is deactivated. If this indicator stays on in the ESC ON mode, the ESC may have a malfunction. Take your car to the authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked.
Page 132: Interior Lights
Features of your vehicle INTERIOR LIGHTS Main control switch Map light The lights are turned ON or OFF based on the status of the doors, main control switch and corresponding light switch. Map lights operating logic Map light switch Main control Door open/ close status switch status...
Page 133 Features of your vehicle Main control switch Dome light The lights are turned ON or OFF based on the status of the doors, main control switch and corresponding light switch. Dome lights operating logic Dome light switch Main control Door open/ close status switch status DOOR...
Page 134 Features of your vehicle Main control switch Tailgate light The lights are turned ON or OFF based on the status of the tailgate, main control switch and corresponding light switch. Tailgate light operating logic Tailgate light switch Tailgate open/ Main control close status switch status DOOR...
Page 135: Lighting /
Features of your vehicle LIGHTING Battery saver function Front • The purpose of this feature is to pre- vent the battery from being dis- charged. The system automatically turns off the small light when the driver removes the ignition key and opens the driver- side door.
Page 136 OVQ036408N your vehicle checked by an autho- Lighting control Parking light position ( rized Kia dealer as soon as possi- ble. The light switch has a Headlight and a When the light switch is in the parking Parking light position.
Page 137 Features of your vehicle OVQ036409N OVQ036410N 1VQA2133 High - beam operation Flashing headlights Headlight position ( To flash the headlights, pull the lever When the light switch is in the headlight To turn on the high beam headlights, towards you. It will return to the normal push the lever away from you.
Page 138 Features of your vehicle Lane change signals (B) To signal a lane change, move the turn signal lever slightly and hold it in position. The lever will return to the OFF position when released. If an indicator stays on and does not flash or if it flashes abnormally, one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out and will require replacement.
Page 139: Wiper/Washer
Features of your vehicle WIPERS AND WASHERS Daytime running light Windshield wiper/washer Rear window wiper/washer (if equipped) (if equipped) Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can make Type A Type A it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be help- ful in many different driving conditions, and it is especially helpful after dawn and before sunset.
Page 140 Features of your vehicle A : Wiper speed control MIST: For a single wiping cycle, push the Type A lever upward and release it with · MIST – Single wipe the lever in the OFF position. The · OFF – Off wipers will operate continuously if ·...
Page 141 Features of your vehicle If the wiper switch is set in AUTO mode Type A CAUTION when the ignition switch is ON, or the speed control knob is turned toward the When the ignition switch is ON and upward position when the wiper switch is the windshield wiper switch is in AUTO mode, wiper will operate once to placed in the AUTO mode, use cau-...
Page 142 Features of your vehicle Variable intermittent wipers The spray and wiper operation Type A will continue until you release the Set the lever to the INT/AUTO position and choose the desired wiper interval by lever. turning the ring(1). If the washer does not work, check the washer fluid level.
Page 143: Steering Wheel
Features of your vehicle HORN Type A - Spraying washer fluid and wiping OFF - Wiper is not in operation INT - Intermittent wiper operation ON - Normal wiper opertion - Wash with brief wipes OVQ037054N-1 Type B OVQ036055N To sound the horn, press the horn sym- bol on your steering wheel.
Page 144: Defroster /
Features of your vehicle DEFROSTER Outside mirror defroster Type A CAUTION (if equipped) • To prevent damage to the con- If your vehicle is equipped with the out- ductors bonded to the inside sur- side mirror defroster, it will be operating face of the rear window, never use at the same time when you operate the sharp instruments or window...
Page 145: Hazard Warning Flasher Switch
Features of your vehicle HAZARD WARNING FLASHER To activate the flasher, depress the haz- Type A ard warning flasher switch. This switch operates in any ignition switch position. To turn the flashers off, depress the switch again. OVQ038059N Type B OVQ038058N ❈...
Page 146: Climate Control System*
Features of your vehicle MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Driver’s temperature control knob 6. Rear window defroster button 2. Passenger’s temperature control knob 7. Mode selection knob 3. Front fan speed control knob 8. Rear temperature control button 4.
Page 147 Features of your vehicle Outside (fresh) air position The indicator light on the button is not illuminated when the outside (fresh) air position is selected. With the outside (fresh) air position selected, air enters the vehicle from outside and is heated or cooled accord- ing to the function selected.
Page 148 Features of your vehicle WARNING • Continued climate control system operation in the recirculated air position may allow humidity to increase inside vehicle which may fog the glass and obscure visibility. • Do not sleep in a vehicle with air conditioning or heating system on.
Page 149 Features of your vehicle MAX/ A/C position When you select the MAX A/C mode while the fan speed is on, the following system settings will be made automatically; • the air conditioning system will be turned on. • the recirculated air position will be selected.
Page 150 Features of your vehicle Face - floor position Air flow is directed towards the face and the floor. (outlet port: B, C, E, F) OFF position The fan is turned off. Floor position Most of the air flow is direct- 1VQA2148 OVQ038065N ed to the floor, with a small...
Page 151 Features of your vehicle Heating and ventilation (rear) ■ Front Temperature, fan speed and mode of the rear climate control system can be con- 1. Rear fan speed control knob trolled independently regardless of the (from front seat) front climate control system operation. 2.
Page 152 Features of your vehicle OVQ038067N OVQ028170 OVQ038068N Rear fan speed control From rear seat Rear temperature control Set the rear fan speed control (REAR) From front seat From front seat knob in the front climate control panel to Set the rear fan speed control (REAR) Set the rear fan speed control (REAR) the R position and set the rear fan speed knob in the front climate control panel to...
Page 153 Features of your vehicle OVQ028338 OVQ028172 1VQA2174 OVQ028173 From rear seat Rear mode selection When the rear fan speed control (REAR) knob in the front climate control panel is Set the rear fan speed control (REAR) When the rear fan speed control (REAR) in the R position, the rear mode is select- knob in the front climate control panel to knob in the front climate control panel is...
Page 154 Features of your vehicle System operation Air conditioning (if equipped) All Kia Air Conditioning Systems are Ventilation filled with environmentally friendly 1. Set the mode to the position. R-134a refrigerant which is not damag- 2. Set the air intake control to the outside ing to the ozone layer.
Page 155 This is a normal system operation The air conditioning system should humid weather air conditioning characteristics. be serviced by an authorized Kia may create water droplets inside dealer. Improper service may cause • Use the air conditioning system every the vehicle. Since excessive serious injury.
Page 156: Automatic Climate Control System /
Features of your vehicle AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. AUTO (automatic control) button 6. Front fan speed control knob 11. Rear fan speed control knob 2. Driver’s temperature control button 7. Mode selection button 12. OFF button 3. A/C display 8.
Page 157 Features of your vehicle 2. Push the TEMP button to set the desired temperature. If the temperature is set to the lowest setting LO (17°C/62°F), the air condi- tioning system will operate continu- ously. 3. To turn the automatic operation off, press any button except temperature control button.
Page 158 Features of your vehicle Manual operation The heating and cooling system can be controlled manually as well by pushing buttons other than the AUTO button. In this case, the system works sequentially according to the order of buttons select- When pressing any button except AUTO button while automatic operation, the functions of the buttons not selected will be controlled automatically.
Page 159 Features of your vehicle Adjusting the driver and passenger side temperature equally 1. Press the DUAL button again to deac- tivate DUAL mode. The passenger side temperature will be set to the same as the driver side temperature. 2. Press the left temperature control but- ton.
Page 160 Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE Recirculated air position The indicator light on the but- It should be noted that prolonged oper- ton is illuminated when the ation of the heating in recirculated air recirculated air position is position will cause fogging of the wind- selected.
Page 161 Features of your vehicle OVQ038077N Mode selection button The mode selection button controls the direction of the air flow through the venti- lation system. The air flow outlet port is converted as follows: 1VQA2147 Outlet port locations...
Page 162 Features of your vehicle Face position Air flow is directed toward the upper body face. Additionally, each outlet can be controlled to direct the air discharged from the outlet. (outlet port: B, E) Face - floor position Air flow is directed towards the face and the floor.
Page 163 Features of your vehicle ■ Front 1. Rear fan speed control knob (from front seat) 2. Rear temperature control button (from front seat) 3. Rear fan speed control knob (from rear seat) 4. Rear mode selection button (from rear seat) 5.
Page 164 Features of your vehicle Heating and ventilation (rear) Temperature, fan speed and mode of the rear climate control system can be con- trolled independently regardless of the front climate control system operation. However, the front climate control system should be operated together for rear air conditioning;...
Page 165 Features of your vehicle OVQ028338 OVQ038081N OVQ028172 1VQA2174 Rear temperature control From rear seat Rear mode selection Set the rear fan speed control (REAR) From front seat When the rear fan speed control (REAR) knob in the front climate control panel to knob in the front climate control panel is Set the rear fan speed control (REAR) the R position and turn the rear tempera-...
Page 166 Features of your vehicle System operation Ventilation 1. Set the mode to the position. 2. Set the air intake control to the outside (fresh) air position. 3. Set the temperature control to the desired position. 4. Set the fan speed control to the desired speed.
Page 167 Features of your vehicle Air conditioning Air conditioning system operation tips CAUTION • If the vehicle has been parked in direct All Kia Air Conditioning Systems are • When using the air conditioning filled with environmentally friendly sunlight during hot weather, open the...
Page 168 Checking the amount of air con- CAUTION ditioner refrigerant and compres- The air conditioning system should sor lubricant be serviced by an authorized Kia When the amount of refrigerant is low, dealer. Improper service may cause the performance of the air conditioning is serious injury.
Page 169: Windshield Defrosting And Defogging /
Features of your vehicle WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING WARNING Do not use the position during cooling operation extremely humid weather. The dif- ference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the wind- shield could cause the outer sur- face of the windshield to fog up, causing loss of visibility.
Page 170 Features of your vehicle WARNING Do not use the position during cooling operation extremely humid weather. The dif- ference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the wind- shield could cause the outer sur- face of the windshield to fog up, causing loss of visibility.
Page 171 Features of your vehicle Defogging logic Automatic climate control system To reduce the probability of fogging up Manual climate control system inside of the windshield, the air intake To reduce the probability of fogging up control is set to outside (fresh) air posi- the inside of the windshield, the air intake tion automatically if any of following control is set to the outside (fresh) air...
Page 172: Luggage Net Holder /
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” gage net. position. Contact your authorized Kia dealer to 2. Select the defrost position pressing obtain a luggage net. defrost button ( 3. While holding the air conditioning but-...
Page 173 Distribute the load as evenly as ed to install the roof rack on your vehicle cargo while driving, check fre- possible across the crossbars may be obtained from an authorized Kia quently before or while driving to and roof rack and secure the load dealer.
Page 174: Homelink® Wireless Control System /
Features of your vehicle HOMELINK® WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Programming Glare detection sensor (Continued) Indicator light Your vehicle may require the ignition • Do not use HomeLink with any switch to be turned to the ACC position garage door opener that lacks the for programming and/or operation of safety stop and reverse feature as HomeLink.
Page 175 Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE Flashing Flashing For non rolling code garage door open- ers, follow steps 2 - 3. For rolling code garage door openers, follow steps 2 - 6. For Canadian Programming, please fol- low the Canadian Programming section. For help with determining whether your garage is non-rolling code or rolling code, please refer to the garage door...
Page 176 Features of your vehicle Rolling code programming Operating HomeLink Flashing To train a garage door opener (or other To operate, simply press the pro- rolling code equipped devices) with the grammed HomeLink button. Activation rolling code feature, follow these instruc- will now occur for the trained product tions after completing the “Programming”...
Page 177 Features of your vehicle Reprogramming a single Gate operator programming & Accessories HomeLink button canadian programming If you would like additional information on the HomeLink Wireless Control System, To program a device to HomeLink using During programming, your hand-held HomeLink compatible products, or to a HomeLink button previously trained, transmitter may automatically stop trans- purchase other accessories such as the...
Page 178: Storage Compartment /
Features of your vehicle STORAGE COMPARTMENT 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 compart- ment. WARNING Always keep the storage compart- ment covers closed while driving.
Page 179 Features of your vehicle CAUTION Since key is not fully inserted into the glove box key set, do not apply excessive force. Doing so may dam- age the parts. WARNING To reduce the risk of injury in an accident or sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed 1VQA2191 1VQA2198...
Page 180 Features of your vehicle OVQ036339 Side table (if equipped) The side table is located on the inner por- tion of the passenger’s seat. To use the table, pull the table all the way up until it locks into place. Verify the table is locked by trying to push it down.
Page 181: Interior Features /
CAUTION • Do not hold the lighter in after it is already heated because it will overheat. • Only a genuine Kia lighter should be used in the cigarette lighter socket. The use of plug-in acces- sories (shavers, hand-held vacu-...
Page 182 Features of your vehicle 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 could be burned. Such a burn to the driver could cause a loss of control of the vehicle.
Page 183 Features of your vehicle Long wheelbase Long wheelbase OVQ037090N OVQ036308N Short wheelbase Short wheelbase OVQ028201 Clothes hanger (if equipped) CAUTION Do not hang heavy clothes, since those may damage the hook. OVQ026068L OVQ037341N Rear Shopping bag holder Cups or small beverage cans may be Rear placed in the cup holders.
Page 184 Features of your vehicle Front (Type A) CAUTION - Vanity mirror (if equipped) Close the vanity mirror cover securely and return the sunvisor to its original position after use. If the vanity mirror is not closed securely, the lamp will stay on and could result in battery discharge and pos- sible sunvisor damage.
Page 185: Digital Clock
Features of your vehicle (1) : It can be used when the ignition CAUTION switch is in ACC or ON position. • Use power outlet only when the (2), (3) : It can be used regardless of the engine is running and remove the ignition switch position.
Page 186: Antenna /
Features of your vehicle ANTENNA • HOUR: Pressing the “H” button with your fin- ger, a pencil or similar object will advance the time displayed by one hour. • MINUTE: Pressing the “M” button with your fin- ger, a pencil or similar object will advance the time displayed by one minute.
Page 187: Audio Remote Control /
Features of your vehicle AUDIO REMOTE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) MODE Press the MODE button to select Radio, Tape (if equipped) or CD (compact disc). Each press of the button changes the display as follows: MUTE • Pull the MUTE button to deactivate the sound.
Page 188: Audio System /
Features of your vehicle AUDIO SYSTEM FM reception AM reception FM radio station JBM001 JBM002 JBM003 How car audio works AM broadcasts can be received at FM broadcasts are transmitted at high greater distances than FM broadcasts. frequencies and do not bend to follow the AM and FM radio signals are broadcast This is because AM radio waves are earth's surface.
Page 189 Features of your vehicle Using a cellular phone or a two- way radio When a cellular phone is used inside the vehicle, noise may be produced from the audio equipment. This does not mean that something is wrong with the audio equipment.
Page 190 Features of your vehicle Care of disc (if equipped) • Depending on the type of CD-R/CD- RW CDs, certain CDs may not operate • If the temperature inside the car is too normally according to manufacturing high, open the car windows for ventila- companies or making and recording tion before using your car audio.
Page 191 Features of your vehicle STEREO RADIO OPERATION (M446) (IF EQUIPPED) 1. POWER ON-OFF, VOLUME Control Knob 2. BAND (AM/FM) Select Buttons 3. TUNE Select/AUDIO Control Knob 4. AUTO SEEK Select Button 5. RADIO SCAN Button 6. EQ Button 7. PRESET STATION Select Buttons VQM446USA...
Page 192 Features of your vehicle 1. POWER ON-OFF Control Knob 3. TUNE Select/AUDIO Control FADER Control Knob Rotate the control knob clockwise to • The radio unit may be operated when emphasize rear speaker sound (front the ignition key is in the “ACC”or “ON” Rotate the knob clockwise to increase speaker sound will be attenuated).
Page 193 Features of your vehicle 5. RADIO SCAN Button To program the stations, follow these steps: When you Press the button, frequency is changed and the next channel is received automatically. • Press AM/FM selector to set the band for AM, FM1 and FM2. To stay on a station, press the CD SCAN button again.
Page 194 Features of your vehicle COMPACT DISC PLAYER OPERATION (M446) (IF EQUIPPED) Button) 1. CD or CD/AUX Select Button 2. TRACK UP/DOWN Button 3. FF/REW Button 4. REPEAT (RPT) Button 5. CD SCAN Button 6. CD EJECT Button 7. RANDOM (RDM) Button VQM446USA 3 185...
Page 195 Features of your vehicle 1. CD or CD/AUX Select Button 3. FF/REW Button CD/AUX Select CD Select If you want to fast forward or reverse If the button is written CD/AUX, you can through the compact disc track, push and •...
Page 196 Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE ✽ NOTICE 6. CD EJ E CT Button • To assure proper operation of the unit, • Do not insert warped or poor quality When the button is pressed with a CD keep the vehicle interior temperature discs into the CD player as damage to loaded, the CD will eject.
Page 197 Features of your vehicle STEREO RADIO OPERATION (M456) (IF EQUIPPED) 1. POWER ON-OFF, VOLUME Control Knob 2. BAND Select Button 3. RADIO SCAN Button 4. EQ Button 5. AUTO SEEK Select Button 6. PRESET STATION Select Buttons 7. AUDIO CONTROL / TUNE Select Knob VQM456USA...
Page 198 Features of your vehicle 1. POWER ON-OFF Control Knob 4. EQ Button Then, by simply pressing the AM/FM band select button and/or one of the six • The radio unit may be operated when Press the EQ button to select the CLAS- station select buttons, you may recall any SIC, POP, ROCK, JAZZ and OFF MODE the ignition key is in the "ACC"...
Page 199 Features of your vehicle 7 . AUDIO CONTROL / TUNE Select FADER Control Button Turn the control knob clockwise to emphasize rear speaker sound (front 7 - 1. AUDIO speaker sound will be attenuated). When Pressing the changes the BASS, MID- the control knob is turned counterclock- RANGE, TREBLE, FADER and BAL- wise, front speaker sound will be empha-...
Page 200 Features of your vehicle COMPACT DISC PLAYER (M456) (IF EQUIPPED) - COMPATIBLE WITH MP3/WMA/WAVE Button) 1. AUDIO/MP3 CD or CD/AUX Select Button 2. TRACK UP/DOWN Button 3. FF/REW Button 4. REPEAT (RPT) Button 5. RANDOM (RDM) Button 6. BOOKMARK (MARK) Button 7.
Page 201 Features of your vehicle 1. AUDIO/MP3 CD or CD/AUX (Continued) 2. TRACK UP/DOWN Button Select Button • Depending on the recording status, • The desired track on the disc currently some CD-Rs/CD-RWs may not be AUDIO/MP3 CD Select being played can be selected using the played on this unit.
Page 202 Features of your vehicle 4. REPEAT (RPT) Button 6. BOOKMARK (MARK) Button 7 . SCROLL Button • To repeat the track you are currently When the CD player unit is operating, the Press the button, and you can check the desired track on the disc can be book- file names with more than 16 characters listening to, press the RPT button.
Page 203 Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE 10. CD SCAN Button 12. FOLDER SEARCH (FLDR) Button • To assure proper operation of the unit, • To playback the first 10 seconds of keep the vehicle interior temperature each track, press the CD SCAN button •...
Page 204 Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE • Do not insert warped or poor quality discs into the CD player as damage to the unit may occur. • Do not insert anything like coins into the player slot as damage to the unit may occur.
Page 205 Features of your vehicle STEREO RADIO OPERATION (M466) (IF EQUIPPED) 1. POWER ON-OFF, VOLUME Control Knob 2. BAND Select Button 3. AUTO SEEK Select Button 4. CD SCAN Button 5. EQ Select Button 6. PRESET Station Select Buttons 7. AUDIO CONTROL / TUNE Select Knob VQM466USA...
Page 206 Features of your vehicle 1. POWER ON-OFF Control Knob 3. AUTO SEEK Select Button 5. PRESET STATION Select (Automatic Channel Selection) Buttons • The radio unit may be operated when the ignition key is in the "ACC" or “ON” Press the AUTO SEEK select button. Six stations for AM, FM1 and FM2 When the side is pressed, the unit...
Page 207 Features of your vehicle A total of 18 stations can be pro- TREBLE Control 7 - 2. TUNE Select Knob grammed by selecting one AM and two To increase the TREBLE, rotate the knob Rotate the knob clockwise to increase FM station per button.
Page 208 Features of your vehicle COMPACT DISC PLAYER/CD AUTO CHANGER OPERATION (M466) (IF EQUIPPED) - COMPATIBLE WITH MP3/WMA 1. LOAD Select Button 2. AUDIO/MP3 CD or CD/AUX Select Button 3. CD EJECT Button 4. TRACK UP/DOWN Button 5. SCROLL Button 6. FF/REW Button 7.
Page 209 Features of your vehicle 1. LOAD Button To insert multiple discs: When you have finished loading discs, press LOAD button to cancel the loading This compact disc player will accommo- function or wait for 10 seconds. The CD 1. Press and hold the LOAD button for date up to six compact discs.
Page 210 Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE • The speaker volume level is adjustable 5. SCROLL Button by VOLUME(+, -) key, on RSE unit or Playback of MP3 and WMA file formats Press the button, and you can check the file wireless remote control.
Page 211 Features of your vehicle 8 . CD SCAN Button If you want to delete all tracks stored using This process will be continued until you the Bookmark function, press FILE push the button again or turn the power • To playback the first 10 seconds of SEARCH Knob in the Mark Play mode for OFF then ON.
Page 212 Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE 12. DISC UP/DOWN Button 14. FOLDER SEARCH (FLDR) Button • To assure proper operation of the unit, • By pressing "DISC "/"DISC " keep the vehicle interior temperature while CD changer is playing you can •...
Page 213 Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE • Do not insert warped or poor quality discs into the CD player as damage to the unit may occur. • Do not insert anything like coins into the player slot as damage to the unit may occur.
Page 214: Rear Seat Entertainment System /
Features of your vehicle REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Welcome Connections / Setup CAUTION The Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) The RSE system is designed to make Disclaimer: The RSE system is pro- System is a compact, built-in, easy-to-use your time on the road more enjoyable. grammed to the regional display entertainment system designed to provide Please follow these instructions carefully...
Page 215 Features of your vehicle Close To close the monitor, pull the bottom Folded edge forward and push it up until it clicks into the stow-away position. RES_CLOSED_8111 HEADPHONE8111 Open Spread RES_OPEN_8111 HEADPHONE8112 Viewing/Adjusting the Monitor Headphones To view the monitor, locate the latch on The RSE comes with two (2) sets of wire- the bottom center of the mounted unit less headphones and four (4) AAA 1.5V...
Page 216 Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE • Conserve the energy of your batteries by turning the headphones off when they are not in use. The on/off button is located on the left side of the head- phones. • The headphone has an automatic shutoff feature if an IR signal from the RSE units is not received after 20 seconds.
Page 217 Features of your vehicle The RSE unit has an automatic video CAUTION detection feature that will automatic switch to external device when the device is Connect only appropriate input plugged into the auxiliary jacks in the vehi- sources jacks. cle. Connecting an incorrect input may cause damage to the player and/or Once the RSE has switched to the exter-...
Page 218 ) button to “wake and pull it in the rest of the way. The player up” the unit and resume disc play. will display “reading” on the screen and show the “Kia Motors” logo before begin- ning the DVD. 3 209...
Page 219 Features of your vehicle VIDEO MODE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) 1. STOP/EJECT 2. SPEAKER VOLUME CONTROL 3. PLAY/PAUSE 4. DISPLAY 5. FORWARD 6. REVERSE 7. NEXT CHAPTER 8. PREVIOUS CHAPTER 9. ENTER 10. MENU 11. SOURCE RES_OPEN_8111...
Page 220 Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE 4. Display 2. Speaker Volume Control The RSE will enter standby mode when When the player is in DVD mode, press the You can adjust the volume one of two the vehicle ignition is turned off and DISP button to view the DVD title, chapter ways.
Page 221 Features of your vehicle You have two options: 4:3 (normal) and 16:9 6. Reverse 8 . Previous Chapter (widescreen). Press the display button to There are three DVD and VCD fast Press the PREV button to skip to the select the preferred aspect ratio. reverse speeds.
Page 222 Features of your vehicle When viewing a menu, pressing the Pressing the SRC button will switch Using the CD Player MENU button again will automatically between the following RSE states: The RSE will play audio CDs in both the return to the movie at the point it was standard (12 cm) and mini-disc (8 cm) Playback state - will play DVDs, VCDs, and being viewed.You can also select “play”...
Page 223 Features of your vehicle AUDIO MODE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) 1. STOP/EJECT 2. VOLUME CONTROL 3. PLAY/PAUSE 4. DISPLAY 5. FORWARD 6. REVERSE 7. NEXT TRACK 8. PREVIOUS TRACK RES_CLOSED_8111...
Page 224 When an audio CD is inserted, the RSE When the player is in DVD mode, press the STOP/EJECT( ) button to stop disc will display the KIA logo, then automati- DISP button to view the DVD title, chapter play. cally begin playing the first track. The...
Page 225 Features of your vehicle 5. Forward 7 . Next Track There are two CD fast forward speeds. Press the NEXT button to skip to the Press and hold the FWD button for up to beginning of the next track. The next 2 seconds and the player will fast forward track number is displayed on the screen.
Page 226 Features of your vehicle REMOTE CONTROL 1. STOP 2. SPEAKER VOL (+, -) 3. PLAY/PAUSE 4. DISPLAY 5. FORWARD 6. REVERSE 7. NEXT 8. PREVIOUS 9. ENTER 10. MENU 11. SOURCE 12. ANGLE 13. SUBSCRIPT 14. LANGUAGE 15. SLOW PLAY 16.
Page 227 When an audio CD(VCD/DVD) is insert- In addition to having all the buttons and and “Night Time” brightness which has 70% ed, the RSE will display the KIA logo, functionality listed in the DVD and CD level of “Day Time” brightness. Adjust the...
Page 228 Features of your vehicle 5. Forward 7 . Next 9 . Enter There are three DVD and VCD fast for- While a DVD is playing, press the NEXT A momentary press shall initiate a select ward speeds. Press and hold the FWD button to skip to the next chapter.
Page 229 Features of your vehicle ✽ NOTICE When an external source is selected, the 12. Angle RSE’s internal DVD player turns off. Some DVDs offer different scene angles. You must repeatedly push any button to Press the SRC button to switch back If available on the DVD, the ANGLE but- move through several items.
Page 230 Features of your vehicle 15. Slow Play From the remote control for DVD, you can immediately switch to 1/8 forward or There are 3 slow forward and 3 slow backward speed with the ( ) but- reverse speeds available when viewing tons.
Page 231 Features of your vehicle Appendix Messages NON PLAYABLE MEDIA An incompatible format disc is inserted, or the disc is not playable. [ I NVALID ICON] Invalid button press: The PREV button was pressed during the first chapter of a DVD, or the NEXT button was pressed during the last chapter of a DVD.
Page 232 [Device requires one (1) CR2025 battery.] Use the control buttons on the RSE display panel. If the remote control still does not work, contact your authorized Kia dealer. Invalid button press. The function you are trying to perform is not available.
Page 233 Before driving / 4-2 Key positions / 4-3 Starting the engine / 4-4 Automatic transaxle / 4-5 Cruise control system / 4-11 Brake system / 4-14 Electronic stability control / 4-19 Rear parking assist system / 4-22 Economical operation / 4-25 Driving your vehicle Special driving conditions / 4-26 Winter driving / 4-28...
Page 234: Driving Your Vehicle
Driving your vehicle BEFORE DRIVING Before entering vehicle: Before starting WARNING - Driving under • Be sure that all windows, outside mir- • Close and lock all doors. the influence of alcohol or ror(s), and outside lights are clean. • Position the seat so that all controls are drugs •...
Page 235: Ignition Switch
Driving your vehicle KEY POSITIONS ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel is unlocked and elec- trical accessories are operative. The warning lights can be checked before the engine is started. This is the normal running position after the engine is started. Do not leave the ignition switch ON if the engine is not running to prevent battery discharge.
Page 236: Starting The Engine
Driving your vehicle STARTING THE ENGINE CAUTION WARNING - Ignition key WARNING If the engine stalls while you are in • Never turn the ignition switch to Always wear appropriate shoes motion, do not attempt to move the LOCK or ACC while the vehicle is when operating your...
Page 237: Automatic Transaxle
Driving your vehicle AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Lock release button prevents shift lever movement without first depressing the button. + (UP) - (DOWN) Automatic mode Sports mode Depress the brake pedal and push the button when shifting. The lock release button must be depressed while moving the shift lever. The shift lever can be moved without depressing the lock release button.
Page 238 Driving your vehicle For smooth operation, depress the brake CAUTION pedal when shifting from N (Neutral) to a forward or reverse gear. • To avoid damage your transaxle, do not accelerate the engine in R (Reverse) or any for- WARNING - Automatic ward gear position with the transaxle...
Page 239 Driving your vehicle Transaxle ranges N (neutral) (Continued) The wheels and transaxle are not locked. P (park) • Never leave a child unattended in The vehicle will roll freely even on the Always come to a complete stop before a vehicle. slightest incline unless the parking brake shifting into P (Park).
Page 240 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 241 Driving your vehicle Moving up a steep grade from a Shift lock system standing start For your safety, the automatic transaxle has a shift lock system which prevents To move up a steep grade from a stand- shifting the transaxle out of P (Park) ing start, depress the brake pedal, shift unless the brake pedal is depressed.
Page 242 1VQA3027 1VQA3028 2. Insert the screwdriver into the access 3. Depress the lock release button and hole and press down on the screwdriv- move the shift lever. 4. Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealership immediately.
Page 243 Driving your vehicle CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The cruise control system allows you to program the vehicle to maintain a con- stant speed without resting your foot on the accelerator pedal. This system is designed to function above approximately 40 km/h (24 mph). WARNING - Cruise control...
Page 244 Driving your vehicle To turn cruise control off, do one of the following: • Pull the CRUISE ON-OFF button (the CRUISE indicator light in the instru- ment cluster will go OFF). • Turn the ignition off. Both of these actions cancel cruise con- trol operation.
Page 245 Driving your vehicle 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 246: Brake Pedal
Driving your vehicle BRAKE SYSTEM Power brakes In the event of brake failure (Continued) Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes If service brakes fail to operate while the • When descending a long or steep that adjust automatically through normal vehicle is in motion, you can make an hill, shift to a lower gear and usage.
Page 247 Driving your vehicle Disc brakes wear indicator Parking on curbed streets CAUTION Your vehicle has disc brakes. • When parking your vehicle on an uphill To avoid costly brake repairs, do grade, park as close to the curb as When your brake pads are worn and new not continue to drive with worn possible and turn the front wheels pads are required, you will hear a high-...
Page 248: Parking Brake Release Lever*
The pedal will automatically extend to the fully released position. If the parking brake pedal does not release or does not release all the way, have the system checked by an authorized KIA dealer. 1VQA3031 WARNING - Parking brake Type B 1VQA3030 •...
Page 249 Driving your vehicle Anti-lock brake system (ABS) The ABS continuously senses the speed of the wheels. If the wheels are going to lock, the ABS system repeatedly modu- WARNING - ABS lates the hydraulic brake pressure to the Your ABS is not a substitute for wheels.
Page 250 Otherwise, you may have a prob- conventional brake system. lem with the ABS. Contact an CAUTION authorized Kia dealer as soon as • If the ABS warning light is on and possible. stays on, you may have a problem with the ABS. In this case, howev- er, your regular brakes will work ✽...
Page 251: Accelerator Pedal
Driving your vehicle ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) ESC operation ESC ON condition When operating • When the ignition is turned When the ESC is in operation, ON, ESC and ESC OFF indi- ESC indicator light blinks. cator lights illuminate for •...
Page 252 Driving your vehicle ESC operation off ■ ESC indicator light (blinks) WARNING ESC OFF state The Electronic Stability Control • To cancel ESC operation, system is only a driving aid; use press the ESC OFF button precautions for safe driving by (ESC OFF indicator light illu- slowing down on curved, snowy, or minates).
Page 253 Driving your vehicle ✽ NOTICE ESC OFF usage When driving • When operating the vehicle on a dynamometer, ensure that the ESC is • It’s a good idea to keep the ESC turned turned off (ESC OFF light illuminat- on for daily driving whenever possible. ed).
Page 254 Driving your vehicle REAR PARKING ASSIST SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Operation of the rear parking WARNING assist system The rear parking assist system is a Operating condition supplementary function only. The • This system will activate when backing operation of the rear parking assist up with the ignition key ON.
Page 255 Driving your vehicle Non-operational conditions of Detecting range may decrease when: CAUTION rear parking assist system 1. Sensor is stained with foreign matter 1. The rear parking assist system such as snow or water. (Sensing range Rear parking assist system may not may not sound sequentially will return to normal when removed.) operate normally when:...
Page 256 “R” posi- tion. Always drive safely and cau- tion, this may indicate a malfunction in tiously. the rear parking assist system. If this occurs, have your vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possi- ble.
Page 257: Economical Operation
• Avoid lengthy warm-up idling. Once the will reduce wear on brake linings and safety. Therefore, have an authorized Kia engine is running smoothly, begin driv- pads. Driving in such a way will also dealer perform scheduled inspections ing.
Page 258: Special Driving Conditions
Driving your vehicle SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS Hazardous driving conditions WARNING WARNING - Downshifting - Spinning tires When hazardous driving conditions are Downshifting with an automatic Do not spin the wheels, especially encountered such as water, snow, ice, transaxle, while driving on slippery at speeds more than 56 km/h (35 mud, sand, or similar hazards, follow surfaces can cause an accident.
Page 259 Driving your vehicle Driving at night Driving in the rain Driving in flooded areas Because night driving presents more Rain and wet roads can make driving Avoid driving through flooded areas hazards than driving in the daylight, here dangerous, especially if you’re not pre- unless you are sure the water is no high- are some important tips to remember: pared for the slick pavement.
Page 260 WARNING gency equipment, including a window - Towing a trail- If you mount snow tires on your Kia, scraper, windshield de-icer, a bag of make sure they are radial tires of the sand or salt, flares, a small shovel and...
Page 261 Driving your vehicle Hitches Item kg (lbs.) It's important to have the correct hitch Maximum trailer Without trailer brakes 453 (1000) equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by, and rough roads are a few rea- weight With trailer brakes 1587 (3500) sons why you’ll need the right hitch.
Page 262 Driving your vehicle Safety chains Trailer brakes Driving with a trailer should always attach chains If your trailer weighs more than the max- Towing a trailer requires a certain between your vehicle and your trailer. imum trailer weight without trailer brakes amount of experience.
Page 263 Always back up slowly Use only an approved trailer wiring har- and, if possible, have someone guide ness. you. Your Authorized Kia Dealer can assist you in installing the wiring harness. Making turns When you’re turning with a trailer, make WARNING wider turns than normal.
Page 264 Driving your vehicle Parking on hills CAUTION WARNING - Parking brake Generally, you should not park your vehi- • When towing a trailer on steep cle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. It can be dangerous to get out of grades (in excess of 6%) pay People can be seriously or fatally injured, your vehicle if the parking brake is...
Page 265 Driving your vehicle Maintenance when trailer towing If you do decide to pull a trailer CAUTION Your vehicle will need service more often Here are some important points if you • Due to higher load during trailer when you regularly pull a trailer. decide to pull a trailer: usage, overheating might occur Important items to pay particular atten-...
Page 266 Driving your vehicle OVERLOADING Weight of the trailer The trailer tongue should weigh a maxi- WARNING mum of 10% of the total loaded trailer Vehicle weight How heavy can a trailer safely be? It weight. After you've loaded your trailer, should never weigh more than the maxi- The gross axle weight rating weigh the trailer and then the tongue,...
Page 267: Label Information
Driving your vehicle LABEL INFORMATION There are several important labels and identification numbers located on your vehicle. The label locations are identified in the illus- trations shown. Frame number VIN (if equipped) OVQ076001N OVQ076002N OVQ066022N Identification label (if equipped) Tire specification / pressure label OVQ066023N Vehicle identification number (VIN)
Page 268: What To Do In An Emergency
Road warning / 5-2 Emergency starting / 5-2 If the engine overheats / 5-5 If you have a flat tire / 5-6 Towing / 5-15 What to do in an emergency...
Page 269: Emergency Starting
What to do in an emergency EMERGENCY STARTING ROAD WARNING It should be used whenever emergency Jump starting Type A repairs are being made or when the vehi- Jump starting can be dangerous if done cle is stopped near the edge of a road- incorrectly.
Page 270 What to do in an emergency Connecting jumper cables WARNING - Battery Never attempt to check the elec- Connect cables in numerical order and trolyte level of the battery as this disconnect in reverse order. may cause the battery to rupture or explode causing serious injury.
Page 271 (for example, the engine cle checked by an Authorized Kia Dealer. lifting bracket) away from the battery (4). Do not connect it to or near any part that moves when the engine is cranked.
Page 272: If The Engine Overheats
Authorized Kia Dealer. hoses and connections, heater hoses pinging noise, the engine has probably overheated. Should any of these symp-...
Page 273: If You Have A Flat Tire
What to do in an emergency IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE Long wheelbase Long wheelbase 1VQA4035 OVQ056003N OVQ056004N Short wheelbase Short wheelbase OVQ056002N OVQ057003N OVQ057004N The jack, jack handle, wheel lug nut Removing the spare tire 3. Use the wheel lug nut wrench to wrench are stored in the luggage loosen the bolt enough to lower Your spare tire is stored underneath...
Page 274 What to do in an emergency Long wheelbase Long wheelbase Long wheelbase OVQ056005N OVQ056006N OVQ057016N Short wheelbase Short wheelbase Short wheelbase OVQ057005N OVQ057006N OVQ057015N 4. After the spare tire reaches the Storing the spare tire 2. Place the wheel under the vehicle ground, continue to turn the and install the retainer through the 1.
Page 275 What to do in an emergency When using a compact spare tire, CAUTION WARNING observe the following precautions: • You should drive carefully Ensure the spare tire retainer is • Under no circumstances should when the compact spare is in properly aligned with the center you exceed 80 km/h (50 mph);...
Page 276 What to do in an emergency • Do not take this vehicle through an Follow jacking instructions to reduce automatic car wash while the com- the possibility of personal injury. pact spare tire is installed. • Do not use tire chains on the com- WARNING - Changing pact spare tire.
Page 277 What to do in an emergency (Continued) • The vehicle can easily roll off jack causing serious injury or death. No person should place any portion of their body under a vehicle that is supported only by a jack; use vehicle support stands. •...
Page 278 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 diago- nally opposite the wheel being changed. • We recommend that wheels of the vehicle be...
Page 279 9. Remove the wheel lug nuts by station. The specified tightening Authorized Kia Dealer. turning them counterclockwise, torque is 9~11 kg•m (65-79 lb•ft, then remove the wheel. 88-107 N•m). Improperly tight- ened wheel lug nuts could cause 10.
Page 280 What to do in an emergency WARNING - Wheel studs If the studs are damaged, they may lose their ability to retain the wheel. This could lead to the loss of the wheel and a collision resulting in serious injuries. To prevent the jack, jack handle, wheel lug nut wrench and spare tire from rattling while the vehicle is in...
Page 281 What to do in an emergency Type A Type B OVQ056011N OVQ056013N OVQ056300A 4. Type A : Tighten the strap firmly using the ratchet. Type B : Tighten the strap firmly pulling the strap out of the buckle. 5. Make sure the flat tire is properly secured by trying to move it.
Page 282 It is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the recommend having it done by an author- rear wheels on the ground (without dol- ized Kia dealer or a commercial tow-truck lies) and the front wheels off the ground. service. Proper lifting and towing proce-...
Page 283 If towing is necessary, we recommend Long wheelbase gency without wheel dollies : you to have it done by an Authorized Kia dealer or a commercial tow truck 1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC posi- service. tion. If towing service is not available in an 2.
Page 284 Contact • Before emergency towing, check that Authorized Kia dealer or a com- the hook is not broken or damaged. mercial tow truck service for • Fasten the towing cable or chain assistance.
Page 285 What to do in an emergency Tips for towing a stuck vehicle The following methods are effective when your vehicle is stuck in mud, sand or similar substances that prevent the vehicle from being driven out under its own power. •...
Page 286: Maintenance
Maintenance services / 6-2 Maintenance schedule / 6-3 Owner maintenance / 6-7 Engine compartment / 6-9 Engine oil / 6-10 Engine coolant / 6-11 Air cleaner / 6-13 Automatic transaxle / 6-13 Brakes / 6-15 Lubricants and fluids / 6-16 Power steering / 6-17 Climate control air filter / 6-17 Wiper blades / 6-18...
Page 287: Maintenance Services
Should you have any doubts concerning ized Kia dealer using genuine Kia parts. the inspection or servicing of your vehi- You should retain documents that show cle, we strongly recommend that you...
Page 288: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 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 Air cleaner element...
Page 289 Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONTINUED) 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 290 Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONTINUED) 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 291: Specifications
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) Inspect excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
Page 292: Owner Maintenance
• Check the operation of all exterior the owner or an Authorized Kia Dealer at • Check for vibrations in the steering lights, including the stoplights, turn sig- the frequencies indicated to help ensure wheel.
Page 293 If you're unsure about any when you wear jewelry or loose servicing or maintenance procedure, clothing. These become have it done by an Authorized Kia entangled in moving parts and Dealer. result in injury. Always remove all loose or hanging clothing and all jewelry before working on the engine.
Page 294: Engine Compartment
Maintenance ENGINE COMPARTMENT 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. Auto transaxle oil dipstick 9. Radiator cap 10. Engine oil dipstick 11.
Page 295: Engine Oil
Have engine oil and filter changed by an WARNING - Radiator hose Authorized Kia Dealer according to the Be very careful not to touch the Maintenance Schedule at the beginning radiator hose when checking or of this section.
Page 296: Engine Coolant
Maintenance ENGINE COOLANT The high-pressure cooling system has a (Continued) reservoir filled with year-round antifreeze • Turn the engine off and wait until coolant. The reservoir is filled at the fac- it cools down. Use extreme care tory. when removing the radiator cap. Check the antifreeze protection and Wrap a thick towel around it, and coolant level at least once a year, at the...
Page 297 Bring the ing serious injury. lowing table. level to F, but do not overfill. If frequent additions are required, see an Authorized Kia Dealer for a cooling system inspec- Mixture Percentage (volume) tion. Ambient Temperature Coolant...
Page 298: Air Cleaner
Maintenance AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE AIR CLEANER COLD OVQ066005N OVQ066011N OVQ056002 3. Confirm that the fluid level is in “HOT” Element replacement Checking the automatic transaxle range on the level gauge. If the fluid fluid level Have the air cleaner element checked level is lower, add the specified fluid and replaced in accordance with the The automatic transaxle fluid level...
Page 299 ✽ NOTICE WARNING - WARNING Transaxle fluid - Parking brake Have an Authorized Kia dealer change The transaxle fluid level should be To avoid sudden movement of the the automatic transaxle fluid according checked when the engine is at nor-...
Page 300 OVQ067024N an Authorized Kia Dealer. parts. Checking brake fluid level Check the fluid level in the reservoir peri- odically. The fluid level should be...
Page 301: Lubricants And Fluids
Maintenance LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS Body lubrication WARNING - Coolant All moving points of the body, such as • Do not use radiator coolant or door hinges, hood hinges, and locks, antifreeze in the washer fluid should be lubricated each time the reservoir.
Page 302: Power Steering
Authorized Kia Dealer. Power steering hoses If the level is low, add fluid to the MAX Check the connections for oil leaks, level.
Page 303 Maintenance WIPER BLADES The climate control air filter should be CAUTION replaced every 15,000 km (10,000 To prevent damage to the wiper miles). If the vehicle is operated in the blades, do not use gasoline, severely air-polluted cities or on dusty kerosene, paint thinner, or other rough roads for a long period, it should solvents on or near them.
Page 304 Rear window wiper blade replace- ment To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components, have an authorized Kia dealer replace the wiper blade. 1LDA5024 1LDA5023 Front windshield wiper blade 1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the wiper blade assembly to expose the plastic locking clip.
Page 305 Avoid using the system involved and immediately Fusible link CAUTION consult an Authorized Kia Dealer. Do not use a screwdriver or any Three kinds of fuses are used: blade type other metal object to remove fuses...
Page 306 4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. If it fits loosely, consult an Authorized Kia OVQ066016N Dealer. Inner panel 1.
Page 307 5. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, 4. Reinstall in the reverse order of and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. removal. If it fits loosely, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer. ✽ NOTICE If you do not have a spare, use a fuse of...
Page 308 Maintenance Fuse/Relay panel description Inside the fuse/relay box covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity. Driver’s side panel Engine compartment Rear cargo area panel OVA067012/OVQ067017N/OVQ067104N/OVQ046010N 6 23...
Page 309 Maintenance Driver's side fuse panel Description Fuse rating Protected component AUDIO Audio, Step lamp MEMORY 7.5A Climate control module, Clock, Cluster, Trip computer, Front area module, Power sliding door module, Power tailgate module, Driver's door module, Front passenger door module, Driver's power seat module, Driver position memory system unit Variable rack stroke system module, Variable rack stroke system control button IG2-1...
Page 310 Maintenance Description Fuse rating Protected component 7.5A Automatic shift lever switch, Vehicle speed sensor, Inhibitor switch, Transaxle control module, Input speed sensor, Output speed sensor, Back-up lamp switch, Fuel filter 7.5A Trip computer, Buzzer(Back warning system), Cluster, ESC switch, Ambient temperature sensor, Generator 7.5A ABS control module, ESC control module, Yaw rate sensor, Steering angle sensor AIRBAG...
Page 311 Maintenance Engine compartment Description Fuse rating Protected component Description Fuse rating Protected component FRT/RR WASHER Front washer motor relay, P/TRAIN 7.5A Theft alarm relay, Main relay, Rear washer motor relay TCM, Generator, ECM, Injector IG 2 7.5A Fuel filter 15A, ECU 2 15A, ECU 1 10A, STOP LAMP Stop lamp, Air conditioner compressor relay,...
Page 312 Maintenance Description Fuse rating Protected component IPM 1 Instrument panel module IPM 2 Instrument panel module IPM 3 Instrument panel module FRT BLOWER Inside relay box(Front blower relay) RR BLOWER Inside relay box(Rear blower relay) IG 2 RELAY Ignition relay A/C COMP RELAY Air conditioner compressor relay MAIN RELAY...
Page 313 Maintenance BATTERY ✽ NOTICE • If the shunt connector is pulled up Shunt connector 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 “Items to be reset···.” on page 6-30) •...
Page 314 Maintenance For best battery service: (Continued) (Continued) • Keep the battery securely mounted. • When lifting a plastic-cased bat- Keep batteries out of the • Keep the battery top clean and dry. tery, excessive pressure on the reach of children because case may cause battery acid to •...
Page 315 Maintenance TIRES AND WHEELS Items to be reset after the battery Tire care (Continued) has been discharged or the bat- For proper maintenance, safety, and • Wear eye protection when check- tery has been disconnected. maximum fuel economy, you must ing the battery during charging.
Page 316 Wheel deformation also is possible. Keep your tire pres- sures at the proper levels. If a tire frequently needs refilling, have checked Authorized Kia Dealer. • Overinflation produces OVQ066022N 1KMN5039 harsh ride, excessive wear at All specifications (sizes and pres-...
Page 317 Maintenance Checking tire inflation pres- CAUTION CAUTION - Tire pressure sure • 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 318 Maintenance Remove the valve cap from the tire Tire rotation With a full-size spare tire (if equipped) valve stem. Press the tire gage firm- To equalize tread wear, it is recom- ly onto the valve to get a pressure mended that the tires be rotated measurement.
Page 319 WARNING tire as the one provided with your • Do not use the compact spare new Kia and should be mounted on tire for tire rotation the same compact spare tire wheel. 1LDA5026 The compact spare tire is not •...
Page 320 Maintenance (Continued) CAUTION WARNING When replacing the tires, be Improper wheel weights can A wheel that is not the correct sure to equip all four tires with damage your vehicle's alu- size may adversely affect wheel the tire and wheel of the same minum wheels.
Page 321 Maintenance 2. Tire size designation Tire traction A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire Tire traction can be reduced if you size designation. You will need this drive on worn tires, tires that are information when selecting replace- improperly inflated or on slippery ment tires for your car.
Page 322: Index
Maintenance 3. Checking tire life (TIN : Tire 86 - Load Index, a numerical code Tire speed ratings associated with the maximum Identification Number) The chart below lists many of the dif- load the tire can carry. ferent speed ratings currently being Any tires that are over 6 years, based H - Speed Rating Symbol.
Page 323 4. Tire ply composition and mate- The tires available as standard or rial optional equipment on Kia vehicles The number of layers or plies of rub- 7. Uniform tire quality grading may vary with respect to grade. ber-coated fabric in the tire. Tire...
Page 324 Maintenance Traction - AA, A, B & C Tire terminology and defini- WARNING - Tire tions The traction grades, from highest to temperature lowest, are AA, A, B and C. The Air Pressure: The amount of air grades represent the tires ability to The temperature grade for this inside the tire pressing outward on stop on wet pavement as measured...
Page 325 Maintenance Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of Intended Outboard Sidewall: The Occupant Distribution: Designated air pressure in a tire, measured in side of an asymmetrical tire, that seating positions. kilopascals (kPa) or pounds per must always face outward when Outward Facing Sidewall: The side square inch (psi) before a tire has mounted on a vehicle.
Page 326 Summer tires code assigned to a tire indicating the Tire: Load on an individual tire due to Kia specifies summer tires on some maximum speed at which a tire can curb and accessory weight plus models to provide superior perform- operate.
Page 327 Maintenance LUBRICANT Recommended lubricants Recommended SAE viscosity number To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and CAUTION durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in Always be sure to clean the area around any filler plug, improved fuel economy.
Page 328: Appearance Care
Maintenance APPEARANCE CARE Exterior care Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings, industrial pollution and similar deposits Exterior general caution can damage your vehicle’s finish if not It is very important to follow the label removed immediately. directions when using any chemical Even prompt washing with plain water cleaner or polish.
Page 329 Maintenance Waxing Finish damage repair Underbody maintenance Wax the vehicle when water will no Deep scratches or stone chips in the Corrosive materials used for ice and longer bead on the paint. painted surface must be repaired snow removal and dust control may col- promptly.
Page 330 Maintenance Aluminum wheel maintenance Interior care Cleaning the upholstery and interior trim The aluminum wheels are coated with a Interior general precautions clear protective finish. Vinyl Prevent caustic solutions such as per- • Do not use any abrasive cleaner, pol- Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl fume and cosmetic oil from contacting ishing compound, solvent, or wire...
Page 331: Emission Control System
CO poisoning. This vehicle should not be modified. Cleaning the interior window glass Modification of your Kia could affect its • Do not operate the engine in confined performance, safety or durability and If the interior glass surfaces of the vehi-...
Page 332 A hot exhaust system can ignite tem. All inspections and adjustments flammable items under your vehi- must be made by an authorized Kia cle. Do not park the vehicle over or dealer. near flammable objects, such as •...
Page 333 Dimensions / 7-2 Bulb wattage / 7-2 Tires / 7-3 Capacities / 7-3 Specifications...
Page 334: Specifications
Specifications DIMENSIONS BULB WATTAGE Long wheelbase Light Bulb Wattage Headlights (Low) Item mm (in) Headlights (High) Overall length 5130 (202.0) Front turn signal/Position lights 28/8 (Amber) Overall width 1985 (78.1) / 1940 (76.4) Side mark lights Overall height 1815 (71.5) / 1760 (69.3) Front fog lights Front tread...
Page 335 Specifications TIRES Inflation pressure Tire Wheel lug nut torque kg•m Wheel size kPa (psi) Item size (N•m, lb•ft) Front Rear 225/70R16 6.5J×16 Full size tire 235/60R17 6.5J×17 (35) (35) 9~11 Compact (88~107, 65~79) T135/90R17 4.0T×17 spare tire (60) (60) CAPACITIES Lubricant Volume Classification...
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Index Door locks······································································3-11 Driver position memory system ····································3-57 Air bags-advanced restraint system·······························3-78 Air cleaner ·····································································6-13 Antenna········································································3-177 Economical operation ···················································4-25 Appearance care·····························································6-43 Electronic stability control·············································4-19 Audio remote control···················································3-178 Emergency starting ··························································5-2 Audio system ·······························································3-179 Emission control system················································6-46 Automatic climate control system ·······························3-147 Engine compartment························································6-9 Automatic transaxle················································4-5, 6-13 Engine coolant ·······························································6-11...
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Index If the engine overheats ···················································5-5 Overloading ···································································4-34 If you have a flat tire ·······················································5-6 Owner maintenance ·························································6-7 Immobilizer system ·························································3-9 Instrument cluster ························································3-108 Instrument panel overview ··············································2-3 Power adjustable pedals·················································3-58 Interior features····························································3-172 Power sliding door and power tailgate ··························3-17 Interior lights ·······························································3-123 Power steering ·······························································6-17 Interior overview ·····························································2-2...
Page 339 Index Tires ·················································································7-3 Tires and wheels ····························································6-30 Towing ···········································································5-15 Trailer towing ································································4-28 Trip computer·······························································3-112 Vehicle break-in process··················································1-3 Warnings and indicators···············································3-118 Window··········································································3-26 Windshield defrosting and defogging··························3-160 Winter driving································································4-28 Wiper blades ··································································6-18 Wipers and washers ·····················································3-130...

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