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Kia, THE COMPANY
Thank you for becoming the owner of a new Kia vehicle.
As a global car manufacturer focused on building high-quality vehi-
cles with exceptional value, Kia Motors is dedicated to providing you
with a customer service experience that exceeds your expectations.
All information contained in this Owner's Manual was accurate at the
time of publication. However, Kia reserves the right to make changes
at any time so that our policy of continual product improvement can
be carried out.
This manual applies to all models of this vehicle and includes descrip-
tions and explanations of optional as well as standard equipment. As a
result, you may encounter material in this manual that is not applica-
ble to your specific Kia vehicle.
Drive safely and enjoy your Kia!
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  • Page 1 Kia, THE COMPANY Thank you for becoming the owner of a new Kia vehicle. As a global car manufacturer focused on building high-quality vehi- cles with exceptional value, Kia Motors is dedicated to providing you with a customer service experience that exceeds your expectations.
  • Page 2 Thank you for choosing a Kia vehicle. The information and specifications provided in this manual were accurate at the time of printing. Kia reserves the right to When you require service, remember that your Kia dealer discontinue or change specifications or design at any time knows your vehicle best.
  • Page 3 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL We want to help you get the greatest You will find various types of safety possible driving pleasure from your instructions in this manual. These vehicle. Your Owner's Manual can instructions were prepared assist you in many ways. We strong- enhance your personal safety.
  • Page 4 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Your vehicle at a glance Safety features of your vehicle Features of your vehicle table of contents Driving your vehicle What to do in an emergency Maintenance Specifications & Consumer information Index I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Fuel requirements ......1-2 • Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol ..1-2 •...

  • Page 7: Fuel Requirements

    Introduction FUEL REQUIREMENTS Your new Kia vehicle is designed to Gasoline containing alcohol and 1. Gasoline or gasohol containing use only unleaded fuel having a methanol methanol. pump octane number ((R+M)/2) of 2. Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol. Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and...

  • Page 8: Other Fuels

    Manganese Tricarbonyl). formance problems that are age or cause misfiring, poor acceler- Kia does not recommend the use of caused by the use of fuels con- ation, engine stalling, catalyst melt- gasoline containing MMT.

  • Page 9: Fuel Additives

    Introduction Fuel Additives Operation in foreign countries Kia recommends that you use good If you are going to drive your vehicle quality gasolines treated with deter- in another country, be sure to: gent additives such as TOP TIER • Observe all regulations regarding Detergent Gasoline, which helps registration and insurance.

  • Page 10: Vehicle Break-In Process

    Introduction VEHICLE BREAK-IN HEV POWERTRAIN PROCESS By following a few simple precau- tions for the first 1,000 km (600 No special break-in period is need- miles) you may add to the perform- ed. By following a few simple precau- ance, economy and life of your vehi- tions for the first 1,000 km (600 cle.

  • Page 11: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders

    Introduction VEHICLE DATA COLLECTION AND EVENT DATA RECORDERS This vehicle is equipped with an These data can help provide a bet- To read data recorded by an EDR, event data recorder (EDR). The ter understanding of the circum- special equipment is required, and main purpose of an EDR is to stances in which crashes and access to the vehicle or the EDR is...

  • Page 12: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Your vehicle at a glance Exterior overview ......2-2 Interior overview ......2-4 Instrument panel overview .

  • Page 13: Exterior Overview

    Your vehicle at a glance EXTERIOR OVERVIEW ■ Front view 1. Hood .............4-26 2. Head lamp ........4-87, 7-70 3. Fog lamp ........4-91, 7-75 4. Wheel and tire ........7-43 5. Outside rearview mirror ......4-42 6. Front windshield wiper blades ..4-92, 7-38 7.
  • Page 14 Your vehicle at a glance ■ Rear view 8. Door locks..........4-14 9. Fuel filler lid ..........4-28 10. Rear combination lamp.......7-75 11. High mounted stop lamp ....7-78 12. Trunk ...........4-18 13. Antenna ..........4-124 14. Back-up warning system ....4-81 15. Rear camera display......4-84 ❈...

  • Page 15: Interior Overview

    Your vehicle at a glance INTERIOR OVERVIEW 1. Driver position memory system ..4-35 2. Door lock/unlock button ....4-14 3. Outside rearview mirror control switch ..........4-42 4. Power window lock button ....4-24 5. Power window switches ....4-21 6. Central door lock switch....4-15 7.

  • Page 16: Instrument Panel Overview

    Your vehicle at a glance INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW 1. Instrument cluster ......4-45 2. Light control / Turn signals..4-87, 4-90 3. Wiper/Washer ........4-92 4. Horn ..........4-38 5. Steering wheel audio control ..4-125 6. Auto cruise control ......5-31 7. Driver’s air bag........3-46 8.

  • Page 17: Engine Compartment

    Your vehicle at a glance ENGINE COMPARTMENT ■ ■ 2.4L Engine 1. Inverter coolant reservoir ....7-27 2. Engine coolant reservoir ....7-27 3. Windshield washer fluid reservoir ..7-32 4. Radiator cap ........7-30 5. Engine oil dipstick ......7-25 6. Engine oil filler cap ......7-25 7.

  • Page 18: Trunk Overview

    Your vehicle at a glance TRUNK OVERVIEW 1. Service plug........H13 2. Battery cover........7-40 3. Cooling duct ........H15 4. High voltage battery ......H10 OTFH023007 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 19: Safety Features Of Your Vehicle

    Safety features of your vehicle Seat........3-2 •...

  • Page 20: Safety Features Of Your Vehicle

    Safety features of your vehicle SEAT Driver’s seat (1) Seat adjustment, forward / back- ward (2) Seatback recliner (3) Seat adjustment, height (4) Lumbar support (5) Driver position memory system (6) Seat warmer / Air ventilation seat (7) Headrest Front passenger’s seat (8) Seat adjustment, forward / back- ward (9) Seatback recliner...
  • Page 21 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING WARNING WARNING Loose - Driver respon- - Driver’s seat • Never attempt to adjust the objects sibility for passengers seat while the vehicle is mov- Do not place anything in the dri- ing. This could result in loss ver's foot well or under the front of control of your vehicle.

  • Page 22: Front Seat Adjustment - Manual

    Safety features of your vehicle Front seat adjustment - manual WARNING WARNING - Seat adjust- - Unexpected Forward and backward ment seat movement • Do not adjust the seat while After adjusting a manual seat, wearing seat belts. Moving the always check that it is locked by seat forward will cause strong shifting your weight to the front...
  • Page 23 Safety features of your vehicle Seatback angle Seat Cushion height Lumbar support (for driver’s seat) (for driver's seat) OTF030003 OTF030005 OTF030004 To recline the seatback: Press the front portion of the switch to 1. Lean forward slightly and lift up the increase support, or the rear portion To change the height of the seat seatback recline lever.

  • Page 24: Front Seat Adjustment - Power

    Safety features of your vehicle Front seat adjustment - power Forward and backward CAUTION - Power seat (if equipped) adjustments The front seat can be adjusted by The power seating controls using the control switch located on function by electronic motor. the outside of the seat cushion.
  • Page 25 Safety features of your vehicle Seatback angle Seat cushion height Lumbar support (for driver's side) (for driver’s seat, if equipped) OTF030007 OTF030008 OTF030009 Push the control switch forward or backward to move the seatback to Pull the front portion of the control The lumbar support can be adjusted the desired angle.
  • Page 26 Safety features of your vehicle Headrest Also, adjust the headrest as close to your head as possible. For this reason, the use of a cushion that holds the body away from the seatback is not recommended. WARNING - Headrest removal/adjustment •...
  • Page 27 Safety features of your vehicle ■ Type A OTF034086 ■ Type B OTF030010 OYFH034205 ✽ ✽ NOTICE Adjusting the height up and down To raise the headrest, pull it up to the If you recline the seatback towards desired position (1). To lower the the front with the headrest and seat headrest, push and hold the release cushion raised, the headrest may...
  • Page 28 Safety features of your vehicle ■ Type A 3. Press the headrest release button 3. Adjust the headrest to the appro- (3) while pulling the headrest up (4). priate height. WARNING WARNING - Headrest Reinstallation NEVER allow anyone to ride in a seat with the headrest removed.

  • Page 29: Seat Warmer

    Safety features of your vehicle Seat warmer (if equipped) • Each time you push the button, the CAUTION - Seat damage temperature setting of the seat is changed as follows : • When cleaning the seats, do not use an organic solvent OFF →...

  • Page 30: Air Ventilation Seat

    Safety features of your vehicle Air ventilation seat (if equipped) • When pressing the switch for more WARNING - Seat warmer than 1.5 seconds with the seat burns cooler operating, the seat cooler will turn OFF. The seat warmer may cause burns even at low temperatures, •...

  • Page 31: Seatback Pocket

    If there is no (Continued) change, have your vehicle inspected WARNING Seatback by an authorized Kia dealer. pocket Do not put heavy or sharp objects in the seatback pocket. An occupant could contact such objects in a crash. Heavy...

  • Page 32: Rear Seat Adjustment

    Safety features of your vehicle Rear seat adjustment For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident, the headrest should Headrest be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height of the center of gravity of an occupant's head.
  • Page 33 Safety features of your vehicle Seat warmer (if equipped) • Each time you press the button, the temperature setting of the seat will change as follows : OFF → HIGH( ) → LOW( • The seat warmer defaults to the OFF position whenever the ignition switch is turned on.

  • Page 34: Armrest

    Safety features of your vehicle Armrest Carrying long/narrow cargo CAUTION - Loading Cargo • Be careful when loading cargo through the rear passenger seats to prevent damage to the vehicle interior. • Secure cargo loaded through the rear passenger seats, to ensure the cargo is not mov- ing while driving.
  • Page 35 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING - Cargo Loading Damage to HEV battery Do not damage the high voltage battery when loading cargo through the rear seat. If the bat- tery is damaged, it may cause electric shock or burns which can result in death or serious injuries.

  • Page 36: Seat Belts

    Safety features of your vehicle SEAT BELTS Seat belt restraint system • For maximum restraint system pro- WARNING - Damaged tection, the seat belts must always Seat belts are designed to bear upon seat belt be used whenever the vehicle is the bony structure of the body, and moving.
  • Page 37 Safety features of your vehicle Seat belt warning Conditions Warning Pattern WARNING - Twisted seat (for driver’s seat) Vehicle Chime- belt Seat Belt Light-Blink Speed Sound Make sure your seat belt is not Unbuckled 6 seconds twisted when worn. A twisted Buckled 6 seconds None...
  • Page 38 Safety features of your vehicle Seat belt warning Riding in an improper position Conditions Warning Pattern (for front passenger’s seat) adversely affects the front passen- Vehicle Seat Belt Light-Blink ger's seat belt warning system. It is Speed important for the driver to instruct the Unbuckled 6 seconds passenger as to the proper seating...
  • Page 39 Safety features of your vehicle Seat belt - Driver's 3-point system The seat belt automatically adjusts to with emergency locking retractor the proper length only after the lap belt portion is adjusted manually 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 40 Safety features of your vehicle To raise the height adjuster, pull it up WARNING - Seat belt (1). To lower it, push it down (3) while replacement pressing the height adjuster button (2). Release the button to lock the anchor Replace your seat belts after into position.
  • Page 41 Safety features of your vehicle Seat belts - Front passenger and It automatically adjusts to the proper rear seat 3-point system with length only after the lap belt portion of the seat belt is adjusted manually convertible locking retractor so that it fits snugly around your hips. To fasten your seat belt When the seat belt is fully extended Combination retractor type seat belts...

  • Page 42: Pre-Tensioner Seat Belt

    Safety features of your vehicle Pre-tensioner seat belt 2. Emergency Fastening Device (EFD) The Emergency Fastening Device (EFD) is a supplemental system of the seat belts. The purpose of the EFD is to tighten the lap belt against the occupant's pelvis in certain frontal collisions.
  • Page 43 - Skin irritation 2. Retractor pre-tensioner assembly vehicle is being driven, please have Wash all exposed skin areas an authorized Kia dealer inspect the 3. SRS control module thoroughly after an accident in pre-tensioner seat belt or SRS air 4. Emergency fastening device (EFD) which the pre-tensioner seat bag system as soon as possible.

  • Page 44: Seat Belt Precautions

    This must be placed and installed in the rear seat. If the shoulder belt portion slightly done by an authorized Kia dealer. For more information about the use touches the child’s neck or face, try of these restraints, refer to “Child...

  • Page 45: Care Of Seat Belts

    In addi- When this is necessary, you should authorized Kia dealer. tion, care should be taken to assure consult a physician for recommenda- that seat belts and belt hardware are tions.

  • Page 46: Child Restraint System

    Safety features of your vehicle CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM Children riding in the car should sit in Children could be injured or killed in WARNING - Hot child the rear seat and must always be a crash if their restraints are not properly restrained to minimize the properly secured.

  • Page 47: Using A Child Restraint System

    CRS09 described in this section, have the Forward-facing child restraint system system checked immediately by your authorized Kia dealer. WARNING - Unattended children Never leave children unattended in a vehicle. The car can heat up very quickly, resulting in injuries to the child in the vehicle.
  • Page 48 Safety features of your vehicle Placing a passenger seat belt WARNING Child seat into the auto lock mode installation • Always follow the instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer. Child restraint system manufactur- ers know their products best. •...
  • Page 49 Safety features of your vehicle OEN036102 OEN036103 OEN036104 3. Pull the shoulder portion of the 4. Slowly allow the shoulder portion 5. Remove as much slack from the seat belt all the way out. When the of the seat belt to retract and listen belt as possible by pushing down shoulder portion of the seat belt is for an audible “clicking”...

  • Page 50: Tether Anchorage System

    Safety features of your vehicle The lap/shoulder belt automatically Securing a child restraint seat returns to the “emergency lock with tether anchorage system mode” whenever the belt is allowed to retract fully. Therefore, the preceding seven steps must be followed each time a child restraint is installed.

  • Page 51: Lower Anchor System

    Safety features of your vehicle Securing a child restraint seat with WARNING Tether strap child seat lower anchor system Never mount more than one child restraint to a single tether Lower Anchor or to a single lower anchorage Position Indicator point.
  • Page 52 Safety features of your vehicle Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions to properly install child restraint seats with LATCH or LATCH-compatible attachments. Once you have installed the LATCH child restraint, assure that the seat is properly attached to the LATCH and tether anchors.

  • Page 53: System

    Safety features of your vehicle AIR BAG - ADVANCED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (1) Driver’s front air bag (2) Passenger’s front air bag (3) Side air bag (4) Curtain air bag Even in vehicles with air bags, you and your passengers must always wear the safety belts provided in order to minimize the risk and sever- ity of injury in the event of a collision...

  • Page 54: How Does The Air Bag System Operate

    Safety features of your vehicle How does the air bag system • The front air bags will completely • There are even circumstances operate inflate and deflate in an instant. under which contact with the steering wheel air bag can cause It is virtually impossible for you to •...
  • Page 55 Safety features of your vehicle Noise and smoke Installing a child restraint on a WARNING front passenger’s seat is forbidden When the air bags inflate, they make - Hot components a loud noise and they leave smoke and powder in the air inside of the Do not touch the air bag storage vehicle.

  • Page 56: Air Bag Warning Light

    6 seconds, then go off. Have the system checked by an authorized Kia dealer if: • The light does not turn on briefly when you turn the ignition ON. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 57: Srs Components And Functions

    If any of the following conditions OTF032049N/Q occurs, this indicates a malfunction The SRS consists of the following of the SRS. Have an authorized Kia components: dealer inspect the air bag system as soon as possible. 1. Driver's front air bag module •...
  • Page 58 Safety features of your vehicle Driver’s front air bag (1) Driver’s front air bag (2) Driver’s front air bag (3) B240B01L B240B02L B240B03L The air bag modules are located Upon deployment, tear seams mold- A fully inflated air bag, in combina- both in the center of the steering ed directly into the pad covers will tion with a properly worn seat belt,...

  • Page 59: Occupant Detection System

    Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Occupant detection system Passenger’s front air bag Before you replace a fuse or discon- nect a battery terminal, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK posi- tion and remove the ignition key. Never remove or replace the air bag related fuse(s) when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
  • Page 60 Safety features of your vehicle Main components of occupant If the front passenger seat is occu- • The ODS (Occupant Detection detection system pied by a person that the system System) may not function properly if determines to be of adult size, and the passenger takes actions which •...
  • Page 61 Safety features of your vehicle Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant detection WARNING - ODS system system Riding in an improper position Indicator/Warning light Devices adversely affects the occupant detection system (ODS) and Condition detected by the occu- PASSENGER AIR Front passenger may result in the deactivation of...
  • Page 62 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) B990A08O 1KMN3663 1KMN3665 - Never sit with the hips shifted - Never place the feet on the - Never put a heavy load in the towards the front of the seat. dashboard. front passenger seat. OVQ036014N 1KMN3662 1KMN3664...
  • Page 63 Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE If the PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF” indicator is still on, ask the passen- The PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF” ger to move to the rear seat. indicator illuminates for about 4 sec- onds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after WARNING - “AIR BAG...

  • Page 64: Passenger's Air Bag

    Safety features of your vehicle Any child age 12 and under should If the occupant detection system is Driver's and passenger's front ride in the rear seat. Children too not working properly, the SRS air air bag large for child restraints should use bag warning light on the instru- Driver’s front air bag...
  • Page 65 Safety features of your vehicle The indications of the system's pres- The advanced SRS offers the ability Additionally, your vehicle is equipped ence are the letters "AIR BAG" to control the air bag inflation with with an occupant detection system in embossed on the air bag pad cover two levels.
  • Page 66 1JBA3514 ized Kia dealer using original Rollover Front air bags are not intended to Kia parts designed for this vehi- deploy in side-impact, rear-impact or cle and model. Any other such rollover crashes. In addition, front air replacement or modification...

  • Page 67: Side Air Bag

    Safety features of your vehicle Side air bag The purpose of the air bag is to pro- The side air bag is supplemental to vide the vehicle's driver and/or the the driver's and the passenger's seat Front front passenger with additional pro- belt systems and is not a substitute tection than that offered by the seat for them.

  • Page 68: Curtain Air Bag

    They are designed to help protect have the vehicle checked and the heads of the front seat occupants repaired by an authorized Kia dealer. and the rear outboard seat occu- Inform that your vehicle is equipped pants in certain side impact colli- with side air bags and an occupant sions.

  • Page 69: Inflation And Non-Inflation Conditions Of The Air Bag

    Safety features of your vehicle Why didn’t my air bag go off in Air bag collision sensors 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 expected to provide additional protection.
  • Page 70 Have the vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized Kia dealer. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 71 Safety features of your vehicle Although the front air bags (driver’s Air bag non-inflation conditions and front passenger’s air bags) are designed to inflate in frontal colli- sions, they also may inflate in other types of collisions if the front impact sensors detect a sufficient frontal force in another type of impact.
  • Page 72 Safety features of your vehicle OED036100 1JBA3516 1JBA3521 • Air bags are not designed to inflate • Front air bags may not inflate in • In a slant or angled collision, the in rear collisions, because occu- side impact collisions, because force of impact may direct the pants are moved backward by the occupants move to the direction of...
  • Page 73 Safety features of your vehicle 1JBA3517 1JBA3522 1JBA3518 • Just before impact, drivers often • Air bags may not inflate in rollover • Air bags may not inflate if the vehi- brake heavily. Such heavy braking accidents because the vehicle can cle collides with objects such as lowers the front portion of the vehi- not detect rollover accident.

  • Page 74: Srs Care

    If components of the air bag system be performed by an authorized Kia must be discarded, or if the vehicle dealer. Improper handling of the SRS must be scrapped, certain safety system may result in serious person- precautions must be observed.
  • Page 75 Safety features of your vehicle Air bag warning label OTFH034043 OTF030044-1 Air bag warning labels, some required by the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS), are attached to the sunvisor to alert the driver and passengers of poten- tial risks of the air bag system. 3 57 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 76: Features Of Your Vehicle

    Features of your vehicle Smart key ....... . . 4-4 Hood.
  • Page 77 Instrument cluster ......4-45 Rear Camera Display..... . . 4-84 •...
  • Page 78 Defroster ....... . . 4-99 Audio system ......4-124 •...
  • Page 79 Should lose your keys, this number will enable an authorized Kia dealer to duplicate the keys easily. Remove the key code tag and store it in a safe place. Also, record the key code...

  • Page 80: Hazard

    Features of your vehicle Locking Even though you press the button, Unlocking the doors will not lock and the chime Pressing the button of the driver's out- will sound for 3 seconds if any of the side door handle with all doors closed following occurs: and locked, unlocks the driver's door.
  • Page 81 Features of your vehicle Key operations Remote keyless entry system WARNING - Ignition key operations (Smart key) Never leave the keys in your vehicle with unsupervised chil- dren. Leaving children unat- tended in a vehicle with a man- ual ignition key or a smart key is dangerous.
  • Page 82 Features of your vehicle However, if any door remains open, Unlock (2) Trunk open (3) the hazard warning lights (and/or the The driver's door is unlocked if the The trunk is opened if the button is chime) will not operate. But if all unlock button is pressed once.
  • Page 83 Avoid placing the smart key and blocking the signal. your authorized Kia dealer to pro- your cell phone or smart phone in • The weather is extremely cold. tect it from potential theft.
  • Page 84 If the keyless entry sys- unsure how to use or replace the bat- tem is inoperative due to changes or tery, contact an authorized Kia dealer. modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli- 1. Remove the mechanical key.
  • Page 85 Operation is subject to the fol- Your immobilizer system is com- authorized Kia dealer. lowing two conditions: (1) this prised of a small transponder in the • Using the wrong battery can cause...
  • Page 86 1. This device may not cause harm- If you need additional keys or lose ful interference, and To activate the immobilizer system your keys, consult an authorized Kia 2. This device must accept any inter- Change the ENGINE START/STOP dealer.
  • Page 87 If you want this feature, consult an If any door, trunk or engine hood ated in three stages: the first is the authorized Kia dealer. remains open, the hazard warn- "Armed" stage, the second is the ing lights won’t operate and theft- "Theft-alarm"...
  • Page 88 • If you lose your keys, consult your After the doors are unlocked, the haz- The horn will sound and the hazard authorized Kia dealer. ard warning lights will blink twice to warning lights will blink continuously indicate that the system is disarmed.
  • Page 89 Features of your vehicle DOOR LOCKS Operating door locks from • Doors can also be locked and Operating door locks from unlocked with the smart key. outside the vehicle inside the vehicle • Once the doors are unlocked, they With the door lock button may be opened by pulling the door handle.

  • Page 90: Central Door Lock Switch

    Features of your vehicle • If the inner door handle of the front With central door lock switch • Press the switch to the "Unlock" door is pulled when the door lock position (2), all vehicle doors will Driver's door button is in the lock position, the unlock.
  • Page 91 Features of your vehicle Impact sensing door unlock An authorized Kia dealer can acti- Child-protector rear door lock vate or deactivate some auto door system lock/ unlock features as follows; All doors will automatically unlock • Auto door unlock by using the dri-...
  • Page 92 Features of your vehicle 3. Close the rear door. To open the rear door, pull the out- side door handle (2). Even though the doors may be unlocked, the rear door will not open by pulling the inner door handle until the rear door child safety lock is unlocked.

  • Page 93: Trunk

    Features of your vehicle TRUNK Opening the trunk WARNING The trunk swings upward. Make sure no objects or people are near the rear of the vehicle when opening the trunk. CAUTION Make certain that you close the trunk before driving your vehi- OTF040016 cle.
  • Page 94 • If there is a problem with the sure the trunk lid is securely fas- trunk, have the vehicle checked tened, always check by trying to pull and repaired by an authorized Kia it up again. dealer. WARNING - Exhaust...
  • Page 95 Features of your vehicle Emergency trunk safety WARNING release • No one should be allowed to occupy the trunk at any time. The trunk is a very dangerous location in the event of a crash. • Use the release lever for emergencies only.

  • Page 96: Windows

    Features of your vehicle WINDOWS (1) Driver’s door power window switch (2) Front passenger’s door power window switch (3) Rear door (left) power window switch (4) Rear door (right) power window switch (5) Window opening and closing (6) Automatic power window down (7) Power window lock button OTF040019N 4 21...
  • Page 97 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE In cold and wet climates, power win- Window opening and closing dows may not work properly due to (if equipped) While driving with the rear windows freezing conditions. down or with the sunroof (if equipped) in an open (or partially open) position, your vehicle may Power windows...
  • Page 98 Features of your vehicle Auto up/down window If the power window is not operated (if equipped) correctly, the automatic power win- dow system must be reset as follows: 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. 2. Close the window and continue pulling up on the driver’s power window switch for at least 1 second after the window is completely...

  • Page 99: Power Window Lock Button

    Features of your vehicle And if the power window switch is Power window lock button WARNING pulled up continuously again within 5 seconds after the window is lowered Always check for obstructions by the automatic window reversal before raising any window to feature, the automatic window rever- avoid injuries or vehicle damage.
  • Page 100 Features of your vehicle When the power window lock WARNING - Power switch is pressed: windows • The driver's master control can operate all the power windows. Do not allow children to play with the power windows. Keep • The front passenger's control the driver’s door power window can operate the front passen- lock switch in the LOCK posi-...
  • Page 101 Features of your vehicle HOOD Opening the hood Closing the hood 1. Before closing the hood, check the following: • All filler caps in engine compart- ment must be correctly installed. • Gloves, rags or any other com- bustible material must be removed from the engine compartment.
  • Page 102 Features of your vehicle CAUTION WARNING - Unsecured engine hood Before closing the hood, ensure that obstructions Always double check to be sure removed from the engine com- that the hood is firmly latched partment and surrounding body before driving away. If it is not sheet metal.
  • Page 103 Features of your vehicle FUEL FILLER LID Opening the fuel filler lid Closing the fuel filler lid 1. To install the cap, turn it clockwise until it "clicks" one time. This indi- cates that the cap is securely tight- ened. 2.
  • Page 104 Features of your vehicle Always check that the fuel cap is WARNING WARNING - Static - Portable fuel installed securely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident. electricity container • Before touching the fuel noz- Use a portable fuel container zle, you should eliminate designed and approved for WARNING...
  • Page 105 When refueling, always shut the If the fuel filler cap requires replace- engine off. Sparks produced by ment, use only a genuine Kia cap or electrical components related the equivalent specified for your vehi- to the engine can ignite fuel cle.
  • Page 106 Features of your vehicle SUNROOF (IF EQUIPPED) In cold and wet climates, the sunroof Sliding the sunroof may not work properly due to freez- ing conditions. After the vehicle is washed or in a rainstorm, be sure to wipe off any water that is on the sunroof before operating it.
  • Page 107 Features of your vehicle When the sunshade is opened Closing the sunroof Automatic reversal If you pull the sunroof control lever To close the sunroof glass only backward, the sunroof glass will slide Push the sunroof control lever for- all the way open. To stop the sunroof ward to the first detent position or movement at any point, pull or push pull the lever downward.
  • Page 108 Features of your vehicle Tilting the sunroof When the sunshade is opened WARNING - Sunroof If you push the sunroof control lever Do not extend the face, neck, upward, the sunroof glass will tilt. arms or body outside through To stop the sunroof movement at any the sunroof opening while driv- point, pull or push the sunroof control ing or operating the sunroof.
  • Page 109 Features of your vehicle ❈ For more detailed information, Sunshade Resetting the sunroof contact an authorized Kia dealer. Whenever the vehicle battery is dis- connected or discharged, or related fuse is blown, you must reset your ✽ ✽ NOTICE sunroof system as follows:...

  • Page 110: Driver Position Memory System

    Features of your vehicle DRIVER POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Storing positions into memory WARNING using the buttons on the door Never attempt to operate the Storing driver’s seat positions driver position memory system 1. Move the shift lever into P while while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 111 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Recalling positions from memory Easy access function (if equipped) 1. The shift lever is in P or N with one When recalling an adjustment mem- of the condition below: ory button while sitting in the vehi- With the shift lever in the P position, cle, you can be surprised by the set- the system will move the driver's seat...
  • Page 112 Take your vehicle to an vehicle may still be steered, but it will tion switch on. This happens as the authorized Kia dealer and have the require increased steering effort. system performs the EPS system vehicle checked as soon as possible.
  • Page 113 Features of your vehicle Tilt and telescoping steering Horn Tilt steering allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The steering wheel should be posi- tioned so that it is comfortable for you to drive, while permitting you to see the instrument panel warning...
  • Page 114 Features of your vehicle Heated steering wheel If you turn on the ignition again after WARNING turning off your engine in half an (if equipped) hour (after operating heater button), If the steering wheel becomes the heating system will be main- too warm, turn the system off.
  • Page 115 Features of your vehicle MIRRORS Inside rearview mirror Day/night rearview mirror WARNING - Mirror (if equipped) Adjust the rearview mirror so that the adjustment center view through the rear window Do not adjust the rearview mirror is seen. Make this adjustment before while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 116 Features of your vehicle Electric chromic mirror (ECM) CAUTION (if equipped) When cleaning the mirror, use a The electric rearview mirror automat- paper towel or similar material ically controls the glare from the dampened with glass cleaner. headlights of the car behind you in Do not spray glass cleaner nighttime or low light driving condi- directly on the mirror as that...
  • Page 117 Features of your vehicle Outside rearview mirror Remote control CAUTION - Rearview Be sure to adjust mirror angles mirror before driving. Do not scrape ice off the mirror Your vehicle is equipped with both face; this may damage the sur- left-hand and right-hand outside face of the glass.
  • Page 118 Features of your vehicle After the adjustment, put the lever Folding the outside rearview mirror CAUTION - Electric type into neutral (center) position to pre- outside rearview mirror vent inadvertent adjustment. electric type outside rearview mirror operates even CAUTION - Outside mirror though the ignition switch is in •...
  • Page 119 Features of your vehicle OTF040045 Manual type To fold outside rearview mirror, grasp the housing of mirror and then fold it toward the rear of the vehicle. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 120 Features of your vehicle INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 1. ECO guide 2. Fuel gauge 3. Speedometer 4. Warning and indicator lights 5. LCD display 6. Engine coolant temperature gauge 7. State of charge gauge ❈ The actual cluster in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
  • Page 121 Features of your vehicle Instrument Cluster Control LCD Display Control Adjusting Instrument Cluster Illumination OTF044112L • If you hold the illumination control OTFH044363 button (" " or " "), the bright- ness will be changed continuously. The LCD display modes can be changed by using the control buttons OTFH044052 •...
  • Page 122 Features of your vehicle Gauges Engine coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge Speedometer OTFH044056 OTFH044054 OTFH044053C This gauge shows the temperature The fuel gauge indicates the approx- of the engine coolant when the igni- imate amount of fuel remaining in the The speedometer indicates the for- tion switch is ON.
  • Page 123 State of Charge(SOC) is near L(Low), have your vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer immediately. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 124 Features of your vehicle ECO GUIDE gauge Odometer Outside temperature display OTFH044055 OTF044121L OTF044123L This is a gauge to let drivers know The odometer indicates the total dis- This display indicates the current efficient the current driving condi- tance the vehicle has been driven. outside air temperatures by 1°C tions are.
  • Page 125 Features of your vehicle The outside temperature on the dis- Transaxle Shift Indicator • Park : P play may not change immediately • Reverse : R Automatic Transaxle Shift Indicator like a Hg thermometer to prevent the • Neutral : N driver from being inattentive.

  • Page 126: Lcd Display

    Features of your vehicle LCD DISPLAY LCD Modes Modes Symbol Explanation This mode displays ECO level and hybrid system energy flow. Hybrid information For more details, refer to "Hybrid information mode" in this chapter. This mode displays driving information like the tripmeter, fuel economy, and so on. Trip Computer For more details, refer to "Trip Computer"...
  • Page 127 MOVE ( ) button. drive economically, the ECO Level will decrease. Hybrid energy flow Kia hybrid system notifies the drivers of energy flow in various operating modes. Following modes show drivers the current operating condition. OTFH044401N EV Propulsion Motor power is used to move the vehicle.
  • Page 128 Features of your vehicle OTFH044403N OTFH044405N OTFH044404N Power Assist Engine Brake Engine Generation Motor and Engine power are used to Vehicle is stopped with the Engine The vehicle is being slowed by move the vehicle. charging the hybrid battery. engine compression. (Battery &...
  • Page 129 Features of your vehicle OTFH044407N OTFH044407N OTFH044403N Engine Generation/Motor Drive Engine Generation/Regeneration Engine Brake/Regeneration The vehicle is being slowed by engine The engine and regenerative braking The engine compression can be compression and regenerative brak- systems charge the hybrid battery used to slow the vehicle.
  • Page 130 Features of your vehicle Service Mode Service Interval OTF044196L OTF044192L Service required Service in OFF If you do not have your vehicle serv- If the service interval is not set, OTF044131L iced according to the already inputted "Service in OFF" message is dis- Service in service interval, "Service required"...
  • Page 131 Features of your vehicle Master Warning Mode User Settings Mode Door (if equipped) Auto Door Lock (if equipped) Description • Off: • This warning light informs the driv- The auto door lock operation will er the following situations be deactivated. - Low washer fluid •...
  • Page 132 Features of your vehicle Auto Door Unlock (if equipped) Two Press Unlock (if equipped) Lamp • Off: • Off: One Touch Turn Lamp (if equipped) The auto door unlock operation will The two press unlock function will If this item is checked, the lane be canceled.
  • Page 133 Features of your vehicle Convenience Seat Easy Access (if equipped) Service Interval If this item is checked, the driver’s Language seat will automatically move forward Choose the language you prefer or rearward for the driver to enter or within the LCD. exit the vehicle comfortably.
  • Page 134 Features of your vehicle Low Key Battery Warning Messages Press start button while turning wheel Shift to "P" position OTF044142L OTF044148L OTF044187L • This warning message illuminates if the battery of the smart key is • This warning message illuminates •...
  • Page 135 Features of your vehicle Press brake pedal to start engine Key not in vehicle Key not detected OTF044152L OTF044138L OTF044140L • This warning message illuminates • This warning message illuminates • This warning message illuminates if the smart key is not in the vehicle if the smart key is not detected if the Engine Start/Stop Button when...
  • Page 136 • If the warning illuminates each time press Engine Start/Stop Button, have your vehi- cle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. 4 61 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 137 Features of your vehicle Shift to P start engine Door Open Trunk Open OTFH044105N OTF044161 OTF044163 • This warning message illuminates • It means that any door is open. • It means that the trunk is open. if you try to start the engine with the shift lever not in the P (Park) position.
  • Page 138 Features of your vehicle Low Washer Fluid Turn on "FUSE SWITCH" Align steering wheel OTF044159L OTF044154L OTF044166L • This warning message illuminates • This warning message illuminates • This warning message illuminates on the service reminder mode if if the fuse switch on the fuse box is if you start the engine when the the washer fluid level in the reser- OFF.
  • Page 139 Kia dealer as soon as possible. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 140 You must stop and obtain additional solved. fuel as soon as possible. In this case, have your vehicle towed to an authorized Kia dealer and CAUTION inspect the hybrid system. Avoid driving with very low fuel level. Running out of fuel could damage the hybrid battery.
  • Page 141 P(Park) position as soon as possible. In this case, have your vehicle towed to an authorized Kia dealer and inspect the hybrid system. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 142 Features of your vehicle TRIP COMPUTER Overview Trip Modes Fuel Economy Distance to empty (Range) (1) Description FUEL ECONOMY The trip computer is a microcomput- • Distance To Empty er-controlled driver information sys- • Average Fuel Economy tem that displays information related •...
  • Page 143 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Average Fuel Economy (2) Automatic reset • The average fuel economy is calcu- To make the average fuel economy • If the vehicle is not on level ground lated by the total driving distance be reset automatically whenever refu- or the battery power has been and fuel consumption since the last...
  • Page 144 Features of your vehicle Instant Fuel Economy (3) Trip A/B Average Vehicle Speed (2) • This mode displays the instant fuel • The average vehicle speed is cal- Tripmeter (1) economy during the last few sec- culated by the total driving dis- onds when the vehicle speed is tance and driving time since the more than 10 km/h (6.2 MPH).
  • Page 145 Features of your vehicle Elapsed Time (3) One time driving information mode • The elapsed time is the total driv- ing time since the last elapsed time reset. - Time range (hh:mm): 00:00 ~ 99:59 • To reset the elapsed time, press the [OK] button (select/reset) on the steering wheel for more than 1 second when the elapsed time is...
  • Page 146 When there is a malfunction with the hybrid system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia deal- 4 71 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 147 In this case, have your vehicle al engine braking and stop the vehi- - If the warning light illuminates towed to an authorized Kia dealer cle as soon as it is safe to do so. with the parking brake released, it and inspected.
  • Page 148 ABS (The normal braking sys- decrease. dealer. tem will still be operational without In this case, have your vehicle inspect- the assistance of the anti-lock ed by an authorized Kia dealer as WARNING - Electronic brake system). soon as possible. Brake force Distribution...
  • Page 149 In this case, have your vehicle - It remains on until the engine is - It remains on until the engine is inspected by an authorized Kia started. started. dealer as soon as possible. • When there is a malfunction with •...
  • Page 150 If the belt is adjusted properly, able, have your vehicle inspected there may be a problem in the by an authorized Kia dealer as electrical charging system. soon as possible. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 151 Features of your vehicle Low Fuel Level Warning Door Ajar Warning Light CAUTION - Engine dam- Light If the engine does not stop This warning light illuminates: immediately after the engine oil This warning light illuminates: pressure warning light is illumi- When a door is not closed securely.
  • Page 152 ( In this case, have your vehicle (ex : refill the washer fluid) inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. 4 77 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 153 • When you deactivate the ESC sys- to "Active ECO" or "Drive mode" in In this case, have your vehicle tem by pressing the ESC OFF but- chapter 5. inspected by an authorized Kia ton. dealer. For more details, refer to "Electronic This indicator light blinks: Stability Control (ESC)"...
  • Page 154 In this case, have your vehicle smart key in the vehicle properly while the ignition switch is ON. inspected by an authorized Kia while the Engine Start/Stop Button - At this time, you can start the dealer.
  • Page 155 Control System" in chapter 5. signal system. In this case, have your Light ON Indicator Light vehicle inspected by an authorized Cruise SET Indicator Kia dealer. Light (if equipped) - The indicator light does not blink This indicator light illuminates: but illuminates.

  • Page 156: Back-Up Warning System

    Features of your vehicle BACK-UP WARNING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Operation of the Back-Up WARNING - Back-up Warning System Warning System Operating condition Never rely solely on the Back-up • This system will activate when Warning system. Always per- backing up with the ignition switch form a visual inspection to make sure the vehicle is clear of all •...
  • Page 157 Features of your vehicle Non-operational conditions of The detecting range may decrease Back-Up Warning System pre- when: Back-Up Warning System cautions 1. The sensor is stained with foreign The Back-Up Warning System may • The Back-Up Warning System may matter such as snow or water. not operate properly when: not sound sequentially depending (The sensing range will return to...
  • Page 158 Warning System. If this occurs, have between sensors may not be detected your vehicle checked by an author- by the sensors. ized Kia dealer as soon as possible. Always visually check behind the vehicle when backing up. Be sure to inform any drivers of the...

  • Page 159: Rear Camera Display

    Features of your vehicle REAR CAMERA DISPLAY (IF EQUIPPED) Note- during initial start up, system WARNING - Backing Up & may not display instantly due to the audio system booting up. Using Camera 2 ~ 4 seconds may be required before Never rely solely on the rear displaying during initial reverse selec- view camera display when...
  • Page 160 Features of your vehicle WELCOME SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Welcome light Welcome light (position light) Interior light (room lamp, position light) When the headlight (light switch in When the interior light switch is in the the headlight or AUTO position) is on DOOR position and all doors (and and all doors (and trunk) are locked trunk) are locked and closed, the...
  • Page 161 Features of your vehicle LIGHTING Battery saver function Headlight delay function Headlight leveling device (if equipped) (if equipped) • The purpose of this feature is to prevent the battery from being dis- The headlights (and/or taillights) will Automatic type charged. The system automatically remain on for approximately 5 min- It automatically adjusts the headlight turns off the parking lights when...
  • Page 162 Features of your vehicle Daytime running light Lighting control Parking light position ( Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, and it is especial- ly helpful after dawn and before sun- set.
  • Page 163 Features of your vehicle Auto light position (if equipped) If your vehicle has window tint or Headlight position ( other types of metallic coating on the front windshield, the Auto light sys- tem may not work properly. OAM049042 OVG049181 When the light switch is in the AUTO When the light switch is in the head- light position, the taillights and head- light position (2nd position) the head,...
  • Page 164 Features of your vehicle High beam operation WARNING - High beams Do not use high beam when there are other vehicles. Using high beam could obstruct the other driver's vision. OAM049043 To flash the headlights, pull the lever OAM049044 towards you. It will return to the normal To turn on the high beam headlights, (low-beam) position when released.
  • Page 165 Features of your vehicle Turn signals and lane change If an indicator stays on and does not One-touch lane change function flash or if it flashes abnormally, one of signals To activate an one-touch lane the turn signal bulbs may be burned change function, move the turn sig- out and will require replacement.
  • Page 166 Features of your vehicle Front fog light (if equipped) OAM049046N Fog lights are used to provide improved visibility when visibility is poor due to fog, rain or snow, etc. The fog lights will turn on when the fog light switch (1) is turned to the on position after the headlights are turned on.
  • Page 167 Features of your vehicle WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield wipers AUTO (Automatic) control (if equipped) Operates as follows when the igni- tion switch is turned ON. MIST : For a single wiping cycle, push the lever upward and release it. The wipers will operate continuously if the lever is held in this position.
  • Page 168 Features of your vehicle To vary the speed setting, turn the Windshield washers CAUTION - Winter driving speed control knob (1). Always set the auto wiper If the wiper switch is set in AUTO switch to the off position in the mode when the ignition switch is ON, winter to avoid auto activation the wiper will operate once to per-...
  • Page 169 Features of your vehicle The reservoir filler neck is located in CAUTION - Wipers & the front of the engine compartment windshields on the passenger side. • To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield, CAUTION - Washer pump do not operate the wipers To prevent possible damage to when the windshield is dry.
  • Page 170 Features of your vehicle INTERIOR LIGHT Do not use the interior lights for Automatic turn off function Map lamp extended periods when the engine is (if equipped) not running. The interior lights automatically turn It may cause battery discharge. off approximately 20 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off.
  • Page 171 Features of your vehicle • DOOR (2) : • OFF (2) : The lights turn off even if Room lamp a door is opened. In the DOOR position, the map lamp ■ Type A and the room lamp come on when any When lamp door is opened regardless of the igni-...
  • Page 172 Features of your vehicle ■ ■ Type B • OFF : The lights turn off even if a Trunk room lamp (if equipped) door is opened. • DOOR : • ON : The room lamp stays on at all In the DOOR position, the map lamp times.
  • Page 173 Features of your vehicle Glove box lamp (if equipped) Vanity mirror lamp (if equipped) OTF040112 OLM049105 The glove box lamp comes on when Push the switch to turn the light on or the glove box is opened. off. To prevent unnecessary charging •...

  • Page 174: Defroster

    Features of your vehicle DEFROSTER Rear window defroster The rear window defroster automati- CAUTION - Conductors cally turns off after approximately 20 minutes or when the ignition switch is To prevent damage to the con- turned off. To turn off the defroster ductors bonded to the inside manually, press the rear window surface of the rear window,...

  • Page 175: Automatic Climate Control System

    Features of your vehicle AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ■ ■ Type A 1. Driver’s temperature control knob 2. AUTO (automatic control) button 3. Front windshield defroster button 4. Rear window defroster button 5. Fan speed control button 6. OFF button 7.

  • Page 176: Automatic Heating And Air Conditioning

    Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Automatic heating and air con- ditioning • To turn the automatic operation off, select any button or switch of the following: - Mode selection button - Air conditioning button - Front windshield defroster button (Press the button one more time to deselect the front windshield defroster function.

  • Page 177: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning

    Features of your vehicle Manual heating and air condi- 4. Set the air intake control to the outside (fresh) air or recirculated tioning air position. The heating and cooling system can 5. Set the fan speed control to the be controlled manually by pushing desired speed.
  • Page 178 Features of your vehicle Mode selection OTF044325L The mode selection button controls the direction of the air flow through the ventilation system. Every time you press the mode selection button, the mode will change as follows: OTF044314 4 103 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 179 Features of your vehicle Face-Level (B, C, D, E, F) Floor-Level (C, A, D, E) Air flow is directed toward the upper Most of the air flow is directed to the body and face. Additionally, each floor, with a small amount of the air outlet can be controlled to direct the being directed to the windshield and air discharged from the outlet.
  • Page 180 Features of your vehicle Temperature control OTF044316 OTF044329L Instrument panel vents Adjusting the driver and passenger OTF044328 side temperature individually The outlet vents can be opened or The temperature control knob allows closed separately using the thumb- 1. Press the DUAL button to operate you to control the temperature of the wheel.
  • Page 181 Features of your vehicle Adjusting the driver and passenger Temperature conversion WARNING - Sleeping with side temperature equally You can switch the temperature AC on 1. Press the DUAL button again to mode between Fahrenheit and deactivate DUAL mode. The pas- Centigrade as follows: Do not sleep in a vehicle with senger side temperature will be...
  • Page 182 Features of your vehicle Outside thermometer Air intake control Recirculated air position The current outside temperature is With the recirculated air displayed in 1°C (1°F) increments. position selected, air The temperature range is between - from passenger -40°C ~ 60°C (40°F~140°F). compartment will drawn through the heat-...
  • Page 183 Features of your vehicle Fan speed control Air conditioning OFF mode OTF044331L OTFH044332 OTF044333L The fan speed can be set to the Press the OFF button to turn off the Press the A/C button to turn the air desired speed by pressing the fan air climate control system.

  • Page 184: System Operation

    Features of your vehicle Climate information screen selec- Economy air conditioning button System operation tion (if equipped) Ventilation ■ ■ Type A Type B 1. Set the mode to the position. 2. Set the air intake control to the outside (fresh) air position. 3.
  • Page 185 Operation Tips Air conditioning CAUTION - A/C use • To keep dust or unpleasant fumes Kia Air Conditioning Systems are • When using the air condition- from entering the vehicle through filled with environmentally friendly R- ing system, monitor the tem- the ventilation system, temporarily 134a refrigerant.

  • Page 186: Climate Control Air Filter

    Kia dealer. 4 111 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 187: Checking The Amount Of Air Conditioner Refrigerant And Compressor Lubricant

    If the vehicle is being driven in the Hybrid vehicle should be When the amount of refrigerant is severe conditions such as dusty, serviced by an authorized Kia low, the performance of the air con- rough roads, more frequent cli- dealer. The Hybrid air condition- ditioning is reduced.

  • Page 188: Windshield Defrosting And Defogging

    Features of your vehicle WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING • For maximum defrosting, set the Automatic climate control sys- WARNING - Windshield temperature control to the extreme heating right/hot position and the fan speed To defog inside windshield control to the highest speed. Do not use the posi- tion during cooling operation in...

  • Page 189: Automatic Climate Control System

    Features of your vehicle To defrost outside windshield Defogging logic Automatic climate control system To reduce the probability of fogging up inside of the windshield, the air intake or air conditioning are con- trolled automatically according to certain conditions such as position.
  • Page 190 Features of your vehicle The indicator light in the air intake Auto defogging system This indicator illuminates control button will blink 3 times with (if equipped) when the auto defogging 0.5 second of interval. It indicates that system senses the mois- the defogging logic is canceled or ture inside the windshield returned to the programmed status.
  • Page 191 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE If your vehicle is equipped with the auto defogging system, it is automati- If the A/C off or recirculated air cally activated when the conditions position is manually selected while are met. However, if you would like to the auto defogging system is on, the cancel the auto defogging system, auto defogging indicator will blink 3...

  • Page 192: Storage Compartment

    Features of your vehicle STORAGE COMPARTMENT These compartments can be used to Center console storage Glove box store small items. (if equipped) To avoid possible theft, do not leave valuables in the storage compartment. Always keep the storage compart- ment covers closed while driving. WARNING - Flammable materials...

  • Page 193: Cool Box

    Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Cool box (if equipped) Sunglass holder Do not put perishable food in the cool box because it may not main- tain the necessary consistent tem- perature to keep the food fresh. ✽ ✽ NOTICE If the temperature control knob is in the warm or hot position, warm or hot air will flow into the glove box.
  • Page 194 Features of your vehicle WARNING - Sunglass holder Do not keep objects except sun- glasses inside the sunglass holder. Heavier objects can be thrown from the holder in the event of a sudden stop or an accident, possibly injuring the passengers.

  • Page 195: Interior Features

    Features of your vehicle INTERIOR FEATURES ■ Front Cup holder Sunvisor * : if equipped 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 may burn yourself.

  • Page 196: Power Outlet

    Features of your vehicle Power outlet (if equipped) Only use 12V electric accessories CAUTION - Vanity mirror which are less than 10A in electric lamp capacity. Close the vanity mirror cover Adjust the air-conditioner or heater to securely and return the sunvi- the lowest operating level when sor to its original position after using the power outlet.

  • Page 197: Digital Clock

    Features of your vehicle Digital clock • HOUR (1) : Clothes hanger (if equipped) Pressing 'H" button will advance the time display by one hour. • MINUTE (2) : Pressing the "M" button will advance the time display by one minute.

  • Page 198: Floor Mat Anchor(S)

    To avoid any interference with pedal WARNING operation, Kia recommends that only - After market the Kia floor mat designed for use in floor mat your vehicle be installed. Do not install aftermarket floor mats that are not capable of being securely attached to the vehicle's floor mat anchors.

  • Page 199: Audio System

    Features of your vehicle AUDIO SYSTEM ✽ ✽ NOTICE Antenna Shark fin antenna (if equipped) The shark fin antenna will receive the If you install an after market HID transmit data. head lamp, your vehicle’s audio and electronic device may malfunction. CAUTION •...

  • Page 200: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    Features of your vehicle Steering wheel audio controls MODE (3) VOLUME ( / ) (1) (if equipped) Press the button to change audio • Press the lever upward ( ) to source. increase the volume. ■ Type A FM(1~2) ➟ ➟...

  • Page 201: Aux, Usb And Ipod * Port

    Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Aux, USB and iPod ® * port WARNING - Distracted When using a portable audio device driving connected to the power outlet, noise Driving while distracted can may occur during playback. If this result in a loss of vehicle control happens, use the power source of the that may lead to an accident,...
  • Page 202 Features of your vehicle How vehicle audio works AM reception FM radio station FM reception JBM002 JBM003 AM broadcasts can be received at FM broadcasts are transmitted at JBM001 greater distances than FM broad- high frequencies and do not bend to AM and FM radio signals are broad- casts.
  • Page 203 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 system. This does not mean that something is wrong with the audio equipment. In such a case, try to operate mobile devices as far from the audio equipment as possi- ble.
  • Page 204 Features of your vehicle Caring for disc • Depending on the type of CD- R/CD-RW CDs, certain CDs may • If the temperature inside the car is too not operate normally according to high, open the car windows to venti- the manufacturing companies.
  • Page 205 Features of your vehicle • Adjust the volume to levels that WARNING WARNING - Driver - Antenna allow the driver to hear sounds Distraction from outside of the vehicle. Driving Do not touch the antenna when in a state where external sounds there is a risk of lightening elec- •...
  • Page 206 Features of your vehicle • In case of product malfunction, CAUTION CAUTION - LCD Monitor - Device cleaning please contact your place of pur- chase or After Service center. Do not subject the device to • When cleaning the device, severe shock or impact.
  • Page 207 Features of your vehicle USING THE USB DEVICE (Continued) (Continued) • An encrypted MP3 PLAYER is • You may hear a strange noise • To use an external USB device, not recognizable. when connecting or disconnect- make sure the device is not con- ing a USB device.
  • Page 208 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) • If you use devices such as a USB • Some USB flash memory read- hub purchased separately, the ers (such as CF, SD, micro SD, vehicle’s audio system may not etc.) external-HDD type recognize the USB device.
  • Page 209 Features of your vehicle ® USING iPod DEVICE (Continued) (Continued) • Some iPod devices, such as the • When connecting iPod with the ® ® ® iPod is a registered trademark of iPhone connected iPod Power Cable, insert the ® ®...
  • Page 210 Bluetooth SIG, lnc. and any use of ogy which uses a 2.4GHz ~ receive calls and use contacts. such marks by Kia is under license. 2.48GHz frequency to connect var- Before using Bluetooth , carefully ®...
  • Page 211 Features of your vehicle When connecting a Bluetooth ® • Park the vehicle when connecting the head unit with the mobile Phone phone. • Bluetooth connection ® • Before connecting the head unit become intermittently discon- with the mobile phone, check to nected in some mobile phones.
  • Page 212 Features of your vehicle Voice Recognition (Continued) - When driving on rugged and uneven roads • When using the voice recognition - During severe rain (heavy rains, feature, only commands listed with- windstorms) in the user's manual are supported. • Phone related voice commands •...
  • Page 213 Features of your vehicle ■ ■ CD Player : AM1A0TKAN,8V, AM1A0TKKN,8V I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 214 Features of your vehicle SYSTEM CONTROLLERS RADIO PHONE AND FUNCTIONS Changes to FM/AM/Sirius ® mode. Operates Phone Screen ❈ When a phone is not connected, Each time the key is pressed, the ➟ mode is changed in order of FM1 the connection screen is displayed.
  • Page 215 Features of your vehicle SCAN SETUP Radio Mode Briefly press the key (under 0.8 sec- onds) : Moves to the Display, Sound, - Briefly press the key : Previews Phone, System setting modes each broadcast for 5 seconds each. Press and hold the key (over 0.8 sec- - Press and hold the key (over 1 sec- onds) : Move to the Time setting screen onds): Previews the broadcasts...
  • Page 216 Features of your vehicle (13) (Preset) (12) TUNE knob Radio Mode: Saves frequencies AM/FM Mode : Changes frequency (channels) or receives saved fre- by turning the knob left/right. quencies (channels) CD, USB, iPod , My Music Mode: ® CD, USB, iPod , My Music mode ®...
  • Page 217 Features of your vehicle SETUP Mode Pop up [Mode Pop up] Changes selection mode Display Settings • During On state, press the RADIO key to display the mode MEDIA Press the key Select [Display] change pop up screen. SETUP through TUNE knob or Select menu through TUNE knob...
  • Page 218 Features of your vehicle SOUND SETTINGS Sound Settings Speed Dependent Volume Control This feature will gradually increase This menu allows you to set the the volume as speed increases to ‘Bass, Middle, Treble’ and the Sound Press the key Select [Sound] SETUP offset outside noise.
  • Page 219 Features of your vehicle SYSTEM SETTINGS Memory Information • Off : This mode is for expert users and omits some information during Displays currently used memory and voice command operation. (When total system memory. using Expert mode, guidance Press the Select SETUP Select [Memory Information] OK...
  • Page 220 Features of your vehicle ® Preset SEEK Selecting through manual RADIO : FM, AM OR SIRIUS search Press the Turn the TUNE knob left/right to • Briefly pressing the key (under 1 adjust the frequency. seconds): Plays the frequency saved in the corresponding key. •...
  • Page 221 Features of your vehicle MENU Within key are the A.Store MENU (Auto Store) and Info functions. A.Store Press the key Set [A.Store] MENU through TUNE knob or key. Saves broadcasts with superior reception to keys. If no frequencies are received, then the most recently received frequency will be broadcast.
  • Page 222 Features of your vehicle ® Sirius Satellite Radio information Satellite Radio channels: • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall build- For information on extended sub- ings, bridges, tunnels, freeway scription terms, contact Sirius ® Sirius ® Satellite Radio has over 130 overpasses, parking garages, 1-800-643-2112.
  • Page 223 Satellite Radio • Briefly pressing the key (under 0.8 in order for the radio to receive the seconds): Previews each broadcast Your Kia vehicle is equipped with a 3 activation signal. for 5 seconds each month complimentary period of Sirius ®...
  • Page 224 Please consult with your Displays the Artist/Song info of the Kia dealership. current song. 2. Acquiring Signal If this message is displayed, it means that the antenna is covered and that the ®...
  • Page 225 Features of your vehicle BASIC METHOD OF USE : Repeat While song (file) is playing Audio CD / MP3 CD / USB / (RPT) key iPod ® / My Music Audio CD, MP3 CD, USB, iPod , My ® Music mode: RPT on screen Press the key to change the MEDIA...
  • Page 226 Features of your vehicle MP3 CD, USB mode: FLD.RDM on While song (file) playing Folder Search : MP3 CD, USB SEEK screen Mode TRACK • Folder Random (press the key) : • Briefly pressing the key : Plays the While file is playing FOLDER Plays all files within the current next song.
  • Page 227 Features of your vehicle MENU : Audio CD Information MENU : MP3 CD / USB Press the CD MP3 mode Press the key Set [ Info] Press the CD MP3 mode MENU MENU MENU Repeat, Random, through the TUNE knob or to set the Repeat, Folder Random, Information features.
  • Page 228 Features of your vehicle Folder Random All Random Copy Press the key Set [ A.RDM] Press the key Set [ Copy] MENU MENU Press the key Set [ F.RDM] MENU through the TUNE knob or through the TUNE knob or through the TUNE knob or to randomly play all songs within the...
  • Page 229 Features of your vehicle MENU : iPod Information ® In iPod mode, press the Press the key Set [ Info] MENU MENU ® Repeat, Random, through the TUNE knob or Information and Search features. key. Displays information of the current song.
  • Page 230 Features of your vehicle MENU : My Music Mode Random Delete Press the key Set [ Delete] MENU Press the key Set [ RDM] MENU through the TUNE knob or through the TUNE knob or In My Music mode, press the MENU key.
  • Page 231 Features of your vehicle Delete Selection My Music AUX is used to play external MEDIA • Even if memory is available, a Press the key Set [ MENU currently connected with the AUX maximum of 6,000 songs can be Del.Sel] through the TUNE knob terminal.
  • Page 232 AUDIO owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and [Audio Streaming] of Phone is any use of such marks by Kia is turned What is Bluetooth Wireless under license. Other trademarks ®...
  • Page 233 Features of your vehicle Starting Bluetooth ® Wireless Using the Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology Audio Technology audio features • Press the key to change the • Play / Stop MEDIA mode in order of CD ➟ USB ➟ AUX Press the TUNE knob to play and ➟...
  • Page 234 Features of your vehicle PHONE Making a call using the • Check call history and making call Steering-wheel mounted con- ➀ Briefly press (under 1 seconds) trols key on the steering Before using the Bluetooth Wireless ® Technology phone features remote controller.
  • Page 235 Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Kia is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. A Bluetooth ®...
  • Page 236 Features of your vehicle 2.Select [OK] button to enter the Pair [Non SSP supported device] Pairing Key / PHONE Phone screen. on the Steering Remote (SSP: Secure Simple Pairing) Controller 4. After a few moments, a screen is displayed where the passkey is entered.
  • Page 237 Visit http://www.kia.com/us/en/content/ow ners/bluetooth for additional informa- tion on pairing your Bluetooth- enabled mobile phone, and to view a phone compatibility list.
  • Page 238 Features of your vehicle Pairing through [PHONE] • Bluetooth Wireless Technology • Only Bluetooth ® Wireless ® features supported within the vehi- Technology Handsfree Setup cle are as follows. Some features Bluetooth audio related features are may not be supported depending supported.
  • Page 239 Features of your vehicle • After pairing is complete, a con- Connecting a Device From the paired phone list, select the tacts download request is sent device you want to connect and once to the mobile phone. Some select [Connect Phone]. Press key Select mobile phones may require confir-...
  • Page 240 Features of your vehicle Changing Priority From the paired phone list, select • Priority icon will be displayed when the phone you want to switch to the the selected phone is set as a pri- highest priority, then select [Change ority phone.
  • Page 241 Features of your vehicle Disconnecting a Device Deleting a Device • When deleting the currently con- nected device, the device will auto- matically be disconnected to pro- Press key Select Press key Select SETUP SETUP ceed with the deleting process. [Phone] Select [Phone List] [Phone] Select [Phone List] •...
  • Page 242 Features of your vehicle • If you select the [Call History] but- Answering Calls USING Bluetooth Wireless ® ton but there is no call history data, Technology a prompt is displayed which asks to Answering a Call download call history data. Phone Menu Screen Answering a call with a Bluetooth ®...
  • Page 243 Features of your vehicle • When an incoming call pop-up is Favorites Call History displayed, most Audio and SETUP mode features are disabled. Only Press the Select Press the Select [Call the call volume will operate. PHONE PHONE [Favorites] History] •...
  • Page 244 Features of your vehicle Contacts • Up to 1,000 contacts saved in your • It is not possible to begin down- Bluetooth Wireless Technology loading a contact list when the con- ® phone can be downloaded into the tact download feature has been Press key Select Bluetooth...
  • Page 245 ® are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Kia is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. A Bluetooth enabled cell phone is ®...
  • Page 246 Features of your vehicle 1) Connect/Disconnect Phone Downloading Contacts Outgoing Volume Connect/ disconnects currently Press key Select Press key Select SETUP SETUP selected phone [Phone] Select [Download] [Phone] Select [Outgoing Volume] 2) Change Priority : Sets currently selected phone to highest connec- tion priority 3) Delete : Deletes the currently selected phone...
  • Page 247 Features of your vehicle Turning Bluetooth System Off Press key Select SETUP [Phone] Select [Bluetooth System Off] Once Bluetooth Wireless Technology ® is turned off, Bluetooth Wireless ® Technology related features will not be supported within the audio system. • To turn Bluetooth ®...
  • Page 248 Features of your vehicle VOICE RECOGNITION If prompt feedback is in [ON], then Skipping Prompt Messages the system will say “Please say a While prompt message is being stat- command after the beep (BEEP)” Briefly press the key on the Using Voice Recognition •...
  • Page 249 Contact List Best Practices RECOGNITION Contact Tips: 1) Do not use acronyms (i.e., use “County Finance Department” The Kia Voice Recognition System instead of “CFD”). While Voice Recognition is operating may have difficulty understanding Press and hold the key on the...
  • Page 250 Features of your vehicle Illustration on using voice commands More Help Here are some examples of mode commands. • Starting voice command. You can say a radio type like 'FM', 'AM', or 'Satellite'. Briefly pressing the key (under 1 seconds): You can also say a media source like 'USB', 'My Music', or 'iPod'.

  • Page 251: Voice Command List

    Features of your vehicle Voice Command List • Common Commands: These commands can be used in most operations. (However a few commands may not be available during certain operations) Command Function Command Function More Help Provides guidance on commands that can be Call History Displays the Call History screen.
  • Page 252 Features of your vehicle Command Function Command Function FM Preset 1~6 Plays the most recently played broadcast My Music Plays the music saved in My Music. saved in FM Preset 1~6. AUX (Auxiliary) Plays the connected external device. AM Preset 1~6 Plays the broadcast saved in AM Preset 1~6.
  • Page 253 Features of your vehicle • FM/AM radio commands: Commands available during • Satellite radio commands: Commands that can be FM, AM radio operation. used while listening to Satellite Radio. Command Function Command Function Preset 1~6 Plays the broadcast station saved in Preset 1~6. Channel 0~223 Plays the selected Satellite Radio channel.
  • Page 254 Features of your vehicle • Audio CD commands: Commands available during • MP3 CD / USB commands: Commands available dur- Audio CD operation. ing USB and MP3 CD operation. Command Function Command Function Random Randomly plays the tracks within the CD. Random Randomly plays the files within the current folder.
  • Page 255 Features of your vehicle • iPod Commands: Commands available during iPod • My Music Commands: Commands available during ® ® operation. My Music operation. Command Function Command Function Random Randomly plays the songs within the current Random Randomly plays all saved files. category.
  • Page 256 Bluetooth ® word mark and logos are registered ation Command Operation trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Kia is under license. A Bluetooth ® enabled cell phone is required to use Command Function Bluetooth ®...

  • Page 257: Driving Your Vehicle

    Driving your vehicle Before driving ......5-4 • To temporarily accelerate with the cruise control on .
  • Page 258 Winter driving ......5-49 • Snowy or Icy conditions ..... . . 5-49 •...
  • Page 259 1. Close all windows. the exhaust system checked as soon 2. Open side vents. as possible by an authorized Kia 3. Set the air intake control at dealer. "Fresh", the air flow control at "Floor"...

  • Page 260: Before Driving

    Driving your vehicle BEFORE DRIVING Before entering vehicle Before starting WARNING - Distracted • Be sure that all windows, outside • Close and lock all doors. driving mirror(s), and outside lights are • Position the seat so that all con- Focus on the road while driving.
  • Page 261 Driving your vehicle WARNING WARNING - Driving while - Fire risk intoxicated When you intend to park or stop Do not drive while intoxicated. the vehicle with the engine on, Drinking and driving is danger- be careful not to depress the ous.

  • Page 262: Engine Start/Stop Button

    Driving your vehicle ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON Illuminated ENGINE ENGINE START/STOP button If the vehicle is still moving, you can restart the engine without depress- START/STOP button position ing the brake pedal by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button with the shift lever in the N (Neutral) posi- tion.

  • Page 263: Engine Start/Stop Button

    Driving your vehicle ACC(Accessory) START/RUN Orange indicator Green indicator Not illuminated Press the ENGINE START/STOP Press the ENGINE START/STOP To start the hybrid system, depress button while it is in the OFF position button while it is in the ACC position the brake pedal and press the without depressing the brake pedal.
  • Page 264 Driving your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE If you leave the ENGINE START/ WARNING - Leaving the STOP button in the ACC or ON posi- Before starting the vehicle, if you tion for a long time, the battery will Vehicle depress the brake pedal, you may discharge.

  • Page 265: Starting The Hybrid System

    3.Place the transaxle shift lever in P "READY" symbol does not come on, (Park). have the vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized Kia dealer. 4.Press the ENGINE START/STOP button while depressing the brake pedal. It should be started without depress- ing the accelerator.
  • Page 266 Driving your vehicle • Even if the smart key is in the vehi- WARNING WARNING - Unintended cle, but is far away from you, the engine may not start. vehicle movement The Hybrid system will start • When the ENGINE START/STOP Never leave the smart key in the only when the smart key is in button is in the ACC position or...
  • Page 267 Driving your vehicle • When the stop lamp fuse is blown, you can't start the engine normally. Replace the fuse with a new one. If it is not possible, you can start the engine by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button for 10 sec- onds while it is in the ACC posi- tion.

  • Page 268: Automatic Transaxle

    Driving your vehicle AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Automatic transaxle operation The automatic transaxle has 6 for- ward speeds and one reverse speed. The individual speeds are selected Shift lever automatically, depending on the position of the shift lever. Button ✽ ✽ NOTICE + (UP) The first few shifts on a new vehicle or if the battery has been discon-...

  • Page 269: Shift Lever

    Driving your vehicle For smooth operation, depress the Transaxle ranges CAUTION - Transaxle brake pedal when shifting from N The indicator light in the instrument (Neutral) to a forward or reverse avoid damage your cluster displays the shift lever posi- gear.
  • Page 270 Driving your vehicle R (Reverse) D (Drive) Use this position to drive the vehicle This is the normal forward driving backward. position. The transaxle will automati- Sports mode cally shift through 6-gear sequence, providing the best fuel CAUTION - Shifting economy and power.
  • Page 271 Driving your vehicle Up (+) : Push the lever forward • To maintain the required levels of Shift lock system once to shift up one gear. vehicle performance and safety, The automatic transaxle has a shift the system may not execute cer- Down (-) : Pull the lever backwards lock system which prevents shifting tain gearshifts when the shift lever...

  • Page 272: Good Driving Practices

    3.Move the shift lever. 4.Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer immediately. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 273: Brake System

    Take your vehicle to ing on the brake pedal. This will hydraulic pump. an authorized Kia dealer and have create abnormally high brake In the event the brakes lose power the system checked. temperatures which can cause...

  • Page 274: Parking Brake

    Driving your vehicle Wet brakes may impair the vehicle’s In the event of brake failure Disc brakes wear indicator ability to safely slow down; the vehi- If service brakes fail to operate while When your brake pads are worn and cle may also pull to one side when the vehicle is in motion, you can new pads are required, you will hear...
  • Page 275 Driving your vehicle Parking brake CAUTION WARNING - Parking brake - Brake wear Applying the parking brake Driving with the parking brake Do not ignore high pitched wear applied will cause excessive sounds from your brakes. If you brake pad (or lining) and brake ignore this audible warning, you rotor wear.

  • Page 276: Parking Brake Pedal

    Driving your vehicle Releasing the parking brake WARNING - Parking brake All vehicles should always have the parking brake fully engaged when parking to avoid inadver- tent movement of the vehicle which can injure occupants or pedestrians. W-75 Check the brake warning light by OTF050017 turning the ignition switch ON (do not To release the parking brake,...

  • Page 277: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)

    Driving your vehicle If at all possible, stop driving the Anti-lock brake system (ABS) The ABS continuously senses the vehicle immediately. If that is not pos- speed of the wheels. If the wheels ABS (or ESC) will not prevent acci- sible, use extreme caution while are going to lock, the ABS system dents due to improper or dangerous...
  • Page 278 Contact an authorized equipped with a conventional Kia dealer as soon as possible. brake system. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 279: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    Driving your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Electronic stability control Electronic stability control (ESC) will not prevent accidents. Excessive (ESC) When you jump start your vehicle speed in turns, abrupt maneuvers because of a drained battery, the and hydroplaning on wet surfaces engine may not run as smoothly and can still result in serious accidents.

  • Page 280: Esc Off Button

    Driving your vehicle When you apply your brakes under ESC operation When operating conditions which may lock the When the ESC is in opera- ESC ON condition wheels, you may hear a “tik-tik’’ tion, ESC indicator light • When the ignition is turned sound from the brakes, or feel a cor- blinks.
  • Page 281 Driving your vehicle ESC operation off ESC OFF state This car has 2 kinds of ESC off states. If the engine stops when ESC is off, ESC remains off. Upon restarting the engine, the ESC will automatically turn on again. OTFH054110N OTFH054111N •...
  • Page 282 Driving your vehicle Indicator light Driving with varying tire or wheel ESC OFF usage sizes may cause the ESC system to When driving ■ ESC indicator light malfunction. When replacing tires, • It’s a good idea to keep the ESC make sure they are the same size as turned on for daily driving whenev- your original tires.

  • Page 283: Hill-Start Assist Control (Hac)

    Driving your vehicle Hill-start assist control (HAC) Vehicle stability management WARNING - Maintaining (VSM) Hill start Assist Control is a comfort Brake Pressure on Incline function. The main intent is to pre- This system provides further HAC does not replace the need vent the vehicle from rolling back- enhancements to vehicle stability to apply brakes while stopped on...
  • Page 284 Kia dealer and have the even with installed VSM. Always system checked. follow all the normal precautions for driving at safe speeds for the •...

  • Page 285: Good Braking Practices

    Kia dealer for assistance. • Be cautious when parking on a hill. • Don't coast down hills with the Firmly engage the parking brake vehicle out of gear.
  • Page 286 Driving your vehicle If your vehicle is facing uphill, turn the front wheels away from the curb to help keep the vehicle from rolling. If there is no curb or if it is required by other conditions to keep the vehicle from rolling, block the wheels.

  • Page 287: Cruise Control System

    Driving your vehicle CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) ✽ ✽ NOTICE The cruise control system allows you To set cruise control speed: to program the vehicle to maintain a • During normal cruise control constant speed without depressing operation, when the SET switch is the accelerator pedal.

  • Page 288: To Increase Cruise Control Set Speed

    Driving your vehicle To increase cruise control set To decrease the cruising speed: speed: OTFH054021 3.Move the lever (1) down (to SET-), and release it at the desired speed. OTFH054022 OTFH054021 The SET indicator light in the Follow either of these procedures: Follow either of these procedures: instrument cluster will illuminate.

  • Page 289: To Temporarily Accelerate With The Cruise

    Driving your vehicle To temporarily accelerate with To cancel cruise control, do Each of these actions will cancel cruise control operation (the SET the cruise control on: one of the following: indicator light in the instrument clus- If you want to speed up temporarily ter will go off), but it will not turn the when the cruise control is on, system off.

  • Page 290: To Resume Cruising Speed At More Than

    Driving your vehicle To resume cruising speed at To turn cruise control off, do more than approximately 40 one of the following: km/h (25 mph): • Press the CRUISE button (the CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster will go off). •...

  • Page 291: Active Eco System

    Driving your vehicle ACTIVE ECO SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Active ECO operation • If Active ECO is turned off, it will Limitation of Active ECO oper- return to the normal mode. ation: If the following conditions occur while When Active ECO is activated: Active ECO is operating, the system operation is limited even though •...
  • Page 292 Driving your vehicle BLIND SPOT DETECTION SYSTEM (BSD) (IF EQUIPPED) (1) BSD (Blind spot detection) WARNING - BSD The warning range depends on Limitations your vehicle speed. However, if your vehicle is faster than the • The Blind Spot Detection other vehicle, the system will not System (BSD) is a supplemen- warn you.

  • Page 293: Bsd (Blind Spot Detection) / Lca (Lane Change Assist)

    Driving your vehicle BSD (Blind Spot Detection) / When the system is not used turn the Warning type system off by turning off the switch. LCA (Lane Change Assist) The system will activate when: When the system is turned on the 1.The system is on Operating conditions warning light will illuminate for 3 sec-...
  • Page 294 Driving your vehicle Detecting sensor 1st stage 2nd stage OTF054107 OTF054108 If a vehicle is detected within the The second stage alarm will activate OTFH054109 boundary of the system, a warning when: The sensors are located inside of the light will illuminate on the outside 1.The first stage alert is on rear bumper.

  • Page 295: Rcta (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)

    If the system does not work normally even though the foreign matter is removed, take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked. 5 39 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 296 Driving your vehicle Operating conditions • The system operates when the Warning type vehicle speed is below 10 km/h (6.2 mph) with the shift lever in R (Reverse). • The RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) detecting range is 0.5m ~ 20m based on the side direction.

  • Page 297: Non-Operating Condition

    Driving your vehicle ❈ If your vehicle's left or right side Non-operating condition WARNING bumper is blinded by barrier or Driver's Attention vehicles, the system sensing abili- Blind Spot Detection The driver must be cautious in the ty may be deteriorated. System with Lane...
  • Page 298 Driving your vehicle - A fixed object is near such as a - When the temperature of rear This device complies with guardrail, etc. bumper is high. Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. - A lot of amount of metal sub- - When the sensors are covered by stances are near the vehicles such the vehicle, wall and pillar of park- Operation is subject to the following...

  • Page 299: Economical Operation

    Driving your vehicle ECONOMICAL OPERATION Your vehicle's fuel economy depends • Don't "ride" the brake pedal. This • Keep your vehicle in good condi- mainly on your style of driving, where can increase fuel consumption and tion. For better fuel economy and you drive and when you drive.
  • Page 300 Driving your vehicle • Remember, your vehicle does not • Use your air conditioning sparingly. WARNING - Engine off require extended warm-up. After The air conditioning system is the engine has started, allow the operated by engine power so your during engine to run for 10 to 20 seconds fuel economy is reduced when you...

  • Page 301: Special Driving Conditions

    Driving your vehicle SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS Hazardous driving conditions Do not pump the brake pedal on a Rocking the vehicle vehicle equipped with ABS. When hazardous driving conditions If it is necessary to rock the vehicle • If stalled in snow, mud, or sand, are encountered such as water, to free it from snow, sand, or mud, use second gear.

  • Page 302: Smooth Cornering

    Driving your vehicle Smooth cornering Driving at night CAUTION - Spinning tires Do not spin the wheels, espe- cially at speeds more than 56 km/h (35 mph). Spinning the wheels at high speeds when the vehicle is stationary could cause a tire to overheat which could result in tire damage.

  • Page 303: Driving In The Rain

    Driving your vehicle • Adjust your mirrors to reduce the Driving in the rain • If your tires are not in good condi- glare from other driver's head- tion, making a quick stop on wet lights. pavement can cause a skid and possibly lead to an accident.

  • Page 304: Driving Off-Road

    Driving your vehicle Driving off-road Fuel, engine coolant and engine WARNING - Tire tread Drive carefully off-road because your Always check the tire tread High speed travel consumes more vehicle may be damaged by rocks or before driving your vehicle. fuel than urban motoring.

  • Page 305: Winter Driving

    Driving your vehicle WINTER DRIVING Snowy or Icy conditions Snow tires If you mount snow tires on your vehi- To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it cle, make sure they are radial tires of may be necessary to use snow tires the same size and load range as the on your tires.

  • Page 306: Use High Quality Ethylene Glycol Coolant

    Winter puts additional burdens on er anti-freeze is available from an the battery system. Visually inspect authorized Kia dealer and most auto the battery and cables as described parts outlets. Do not use engine in section 7. Never attempt to check coolant or other types of anti-freeze the Hybrid High Voltage Battery.

  • Page 307: Don't Let Your Parking Brake Freeze

    Driving your vehicle Don't let your parking brake Carry emergency equipment freeze Depending on the severity of the weather you should carry appropri- Under some conditions your parking ate emergency equipment. Some of brake can freeze in the engaged the items you may want to carry position.

  • Page 308: Vehicle Load Limit

    Driving your vehicle VEHICLE LOAD LIMIT ■ Tire and loading information Seating capacity: Type A label Total : 5 persons (Front seat : 2 persons, The label located on the driver's door Rear seat : 3 persons) sill gives the original tire size, cold tire pressures recommended for your Seating capacity is the maximum vehicle, the number of people that...
  • Page 309 Driving your vehicle Towing capacity: Steps For Determining Correct 5.Determine the combined weight of Load Limit - luggage and cargo being loaded We do not recommend using this on the vehicle. That weight may not vehicle for trailer towing. 1.Locate the statement "The com- safely exceed the available cargo bined weight of occupants and and luggage load capacity calcu-...
  • Page 310 Driving your vehicle Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 C190F01JM C190F02JM C190F03JM Item Description Total Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity 385 kg Vehicle Capacity 385 kg Vehicle Capacity 385 kg Weight (849 lbs) Weight (849 lbs) Weight (849 lbs) Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant...

  • Page 311: Certification Label

    Driving your vehicle Certification label To find out the actual loads on your The label will help you decide how front and rear axles, you need to go much cargo and installed equipment The certification label is located on to a weigh station and weigh your your vehicle can carry.
  • Page 312 Driving your vehicle WARNING WARNING - Over loading - Loose cargo Do not overload your vehicle. Do not travel with unsecured Overloading your vehicle can blunt objects in the passenger cause heat buildup in your vehi- compartment of your vehicle cle's tires and possible tire fail- (e.g.

  • Page 313: Vehicle Weight

    Driving your vehicle VEHICLE WEIGHT This chapter will guide you in the Cargo weight GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) proper loading of your vehicle and/or This figure includes all weight added This is the maximum allowable trailer, to keep your loaded vehicle to the Base Curb Weight, including weight of the fully loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capa-...

  • Page 314: What To Do In An Emergency

    What to do in an emergency Road warning ......6-2 • Distributing the sealant......6-21 •...

  • Page 315: Road Warning

    What to do in an emergency ROAD WARNING Hazard warning flasher It should be used whenever emer- gency repairs are being made or when the vehicle is stopped near the edge of a roadway. Depress the flasher switch with the ignition switch in any position.

  • Page 316: In Case Of An Emergency While Driving

    4.When changing a flat tire, follow vehicle will not start, contact an the instruction provided later in this If a tire goes flat while you are driv- authorized Kia dealer or seek other chapter. ing: qualified assistance. 1.Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and let the vehicle slow down while driving straight ahead.

  • Page 317: If The Engine Will Not Start

    4.If the engine still does not start, call charged. an authorized Kia dealer or seek 4.Check the starter connections to other qualified assistance. be sure they are securely tight- ened.

  • Page 318: Emergency Starting

    What to do in an emergency EMERGENCY STARTING Jump starting WARNING - Frozen Jump starting can be dangerous if Jumper Cables batteries done incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid Do not attempt to jump start the harm to yourself or damage to your vehicle if the discharged battery vehicle or battery, follow these jump is frozen or if the electrolyte...

  • Page 319: Push-Starting

    Kia dealer. moves when the engine is cranked. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 320: If The Engine Overheats

    If overheating happens again, stopped. If there is no visible loss 5.If the water pump drive belt is bro- call an authorized Kia dealer for of engine coolant and no steam, ken or engine coolant leaks, stop assistance.

  • Page 321: If You Have A Flat Tire (With Spare Tire)

    What to do in an emergency IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE Jack and tools Jacking instructions Always move the vehicle completely off the road and onto the shoulder The jack is provided for emergency before trying to change a tire. The tire changing only.
  • Page 322 What to do in an emergency Do not allow anyone to remain in the Removing and storing the Changing tires vehicle while it is on the jack. spare tire Make sure any children present are in a secure place away from the road and from the vehicle to be raised with the jack.
  • Page 323 What to do in an emergency WARNING - Changing a tire • To prevent vehicle movement while changing a tire, always set the parking brake fully, and always block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel being changed. • We recommend that wheels of the vehicle be blocked, and that no person...
  • Page 324 What to do in an emergency WARNING - Jack location To reduce the possibility of injury, be sure to use only the jack provided with the vehicle and in the correct jack position; never use any other part of the vehicle for jack support.
  • Page 325 What to do in an emergency 9.Loosen the wheel nuts and remove Wheels and wheel covers may have 10. To install the wheel, hold it on the them with your fingers. Slide the sharp edges. Handle them carefully studs, put the wheel nuts on the wheel off the studs and lay it flat so to avoid possible injury.
  • Page 326 If in doubt, consult an they are tight. Then double-check authorized Kia dealer. each nut for tightness. After changing the wheels, have an authorized Kia dealer tighten the wheel nuts to their proper torque as soon as possible. 6 13...
  • Page 327 What to do in an emergency Important - use of compact spare WARNING WARNING - Wheel studs - Spare tire tire (if equipped) Do not drive your vehicle with The compact spare tire is for Your vehicle is equipped with a com- damaged wheel studs.
  • Page 328 What to do in an emergency When using a compact spare tire, • Avoid driving over obstacles. The • The compact spare tire should not observe the following precautions: compact spare tire diameter is be used on any other wheels, nor smaller than the diameter of a con- should standard tires, snow tires, •...
  • Page 329 What to do in an emergency Jack label 1. Model Name 2. Maximum allowable load ■ Example 3. When using the jack, set your • Type A parking brake. 4. When using the jack, stop the engine. 5. Do not get under a vehicle that is supported by a jack.

  • Page 330: Introduction

    The Tire Mobility Kit is a temporary fortably seals most punctures in a fix to the tire and the tire should be passenger car tire caused by nails inspected by an authorized Kia deal- or similar objects and reinflates the er as soon as possible. tire.

  • Page 331: Notes On The Safe Use Of The Tire Mobility Kit

    • Use of the Tire Mobility Kit may not be effective for tire damage larger than approximately 6 mm (0.24 in). Please contact the nearest Kia dealership if the tire cannot be made roadworthy with the Tire Mobility Kit.

  • Page 332: Components Of The Tire Mobilitykit

    What to do in an emergency 9. Hose to connect compressor and Components of the Tire MobilityKit sealant bottle or compressor and wheel Connectors, cable and connection hose are stored in the compressor housing. WARNING - Expired sealant Do not use the Tire sealant after the sealant has expired (i.e.

  • Page 333: Using The Tire Mobility Kit

    What to do in an emergency Using the Tire Mobility Kit WARNING - Tire pressure 1.Detach the speed restriction label Do not attempt to drive your (0) from the sealant bottle (1), and vehicle if the tire pressure is place it in a highly visible place below 200kPa (29 psi).

  • Page 334: Distributing The Sealant

    When you use the Tire Mobility Kit, - To increase the inflation pres- approved by Kia, the tire pres- the tire pressure sensors and wheel sure : Switch on the compressor, sure sensors may be damaged stained sensors.

  • Page 335: Technical Data

    What to do in an emergency Technical Data System voltage: DC 12 V Working voltage: DC 10 - 15 V Amperage rating: max. 15 A Suitable for use at temperatures: -30 ~ +70°C (-22 ~ +158°F) Max. working pressure: 6 bar (87 psi) Size Compressor: 168 x 150 x 68 mm (6.6 x 5.9 x 2.7 in.)

  • Page 336: Towing

    OTFH044433CN If emergency towing is necessary, we recommend having it done by an authorized Kia dealer or a commer- cial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing procedures are neces- sary to prevent damage to the vehi- cle.

  • Page 337: Removable Towing Hook (Front)

    What to do in an emergency Removable towing hook (if equipped) HXD02 OTFH064012CN • Ensure any metal parts on the tiedown straps do not contact OTFH064009 painted surfaces or the face of the 1.Open the trunk, and remove the wheels. towing hook from the tool case.

  • Page 338: Emergency Towing

    • To avoid damaging the hook, do If towing is necessary, have it communicate with each other fre- not pull from the side or at a verti- done by an authorized Kia dealer quently. cal angle. Always pull straight or a commercial tow truck service.
  • Page 339 • Drive carefully so that the towing the towing. Contact an authorized strap is not loosened during tow- Kia dealer or a commercial tow ing. truck service for assistance. • Keep away from the vehicle during towing.
  • Page 340 What to do in an emergency When towing your vehicle in an CAUTION - Automatic emergency without wheel dollies : transaxle 1.Set the ignition switch in the ACC • To avoid serious damage to position. the automatic transaxle, limit 2.Place the transaxle shift lever in N the vehicle speed to 15 km/h (Neutral).

  • Page 341: Maintenance

    Maintenance Engine compartment ......7-3 Air cleaner....... . 7-34 •...
  • Page 342 Fuses ........7-57 • Fuse/relay panel description....7-62 Light bulbs .
  • Page 343 Maintenance ENGINE COMPARTMENT ■ ■ 2.4L Engine 1. Inverter coolant reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 4. Radiator cap 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Engine oil filler cap 7. Brake fluid reservoir 8. Air cleaner 9. Fuse box ❈...
  • Page 344 Kia dealer perform this work. nical support from Kia in order to pro- dance with the scheduled mainte- vide you with a high level of service An authorized Kia dealer has factory- nance service charts shown on the satisfaction.
  • Page 345 As explained earlier in this section, become entangled in moving several procedures can be done only parts, if you must run the by an authorized Kia dealer with spe- After repair of the hydraulic brake engine while working under the cial tools.
  • Page 346 • Check the engine oil level. ized Kia dealer at the frequencies exhaust fumes in the vehicle. indicated to help ensure safe, • Check the coolant level in coolant •...
  • Page 347 Maintenance At least monthly: At least twice a year At least once a year : (i.e., every Spring and Fall) : • Check the coolant level in the • Clean the body and door drain engine coolant reservoir. holes. • Check the radiator, heater and air conditioning hoses for leaks or •...
  • Page 348 Maintenance SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICE Follow the Normal Maintenance If your vehicle is operated under the Schedule if the vehicle is usually above conditions, should operated where none of the following inspect, replace or refill more fre- conditions apply. If any of the following quently than the following Normal Maintenance Schedule.
  • Page 349 : If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives. : Fuel filter & Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this mainte- nance schedule depends on fuel quality.

  • Page 350: Normal Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission control and performance. Keep receipts for all vehicle emission services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the fre- quency of service is determined by whichever occurs first. (Continued) 12,000 km or 6 months ❑...
  • Page 351 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 60,000 km or 30 months 48,000 km or 24 months ❑ Rotate tire ❑ Rotate tire ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant ❑ Inspect HSG belt (60,000 km or 60 months) ❑...
  • Page 352 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 72,000 km or 36 months 84,000 km or 42 months ❑ Rotate tire ❑ Rotate tire ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant ❑ Inspect HSG belt (84,000 km or 84 months) ❑...
  • Page 353 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 96,000 km or 48 months (Continued) ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (96,000 km or 96 months) ❑ Rotate tire ❑ Replace HSG belt (96,000 km or 48 months) ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant ❑ Add fuel additive * ❑...
  • Page 354 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 120,000 km or 60 months 132,000 km or 66 months ❑ Rotate tire ❑ Rotate tire ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant ❑ Inspect HSG belt (132,000 km or 132 months) ❑...
  • Page 355 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 144,000 km or 72 months (Continued) ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (144,000 km or 144 months) ❑ Rotate tire ❑ Add fuel additive * ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant (Every 12,000 km or 12 months) ❑...
  • Page 356 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 168,000 km or 84 months 180,000 km or 90 months ❑ Rotate tire ❑ Rotate tire ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant ❑ Inspect HSG belt (180,000 km or 180 months) ❑...
  • Page 357 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) (Continued) 192,000 km or 96 months ❑ Replace engine coolant (First, 192,000 km or 120 months ❑ Rotate tire ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant after every 48,000 km or 24 months) ❑ Replace inverter coolant (First, 192,000 km or 120 months ❑...
  • Page 358 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) (Continued) 204,000 km or 102 months ❑ Inspect water pump belt (auto-tensioner, HSG, water ❑ Rotate tire ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter pump) (First, 96,000 km or 72 months after every 24,000 ❑ Inspect HSG belt (204,000 km or 204 months) km or 24 months) ❑...
  • Page 359 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 240,000 km or 120 months (Continued) ❑ Rotate tire ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (240,000 km or 240 months) ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant ❑ Replace engine coolant (First, 192,000 km or 120 months ❑...

  • Page 360: Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions

    Maintenance MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals. R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE ITEM MAINTENANCE INTERVALS...
  • Page 361 Have an authorized Kia dealer more frequent oil and filter changes starting. If an excessive amount of replace any damaged or leaking are required.
  • Page 362 Maintenance Vacuum crankcase ventilation Air cleaner filter Cooling system hoses A Genuine Kia air cleaner filter is Check cooling system components, recommended when the filter is such as radiator, coolant reservoir, Inspect the surface of hoses for evi- replaced. hoses and connections for leakage dence of heat and/or mechanical and damage.
  • Page 363 But in severe conditions, the fluid should be changed at an authorized Kia dealer in accordance to the Brake fluid Exhaust pipe and muffler scheduled maintenance at the begin-...
  • Page 364 Maintenance Steering gear box, linkage & Drive shafts and boots boots/lower arm ball joint Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration, or With the vehicle stopped and engine damage. Replace any damaged off, check for excessive free-play in parts and, if necessary, repack the the steering wheel.
  • Page 365 Maintenance ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil level WARNING - Radiator hose Be very careful not to touch the radiator hose when checking or adding the engine oil as it may be hot enough to burn you. 5. Pull the dipstick out again and check the level.
  • Page 366 Maintenance Changing the engine oil and filter Have engine oil and filter changed by an authorized Kia dealer according to the Maintenance Schedule at the beginning of this chapter. WARNING Used engine oil may cause irri- tation or cancer of the skin if left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods of time.
  • Page 367 MIN and MAX and check the cooling system for air bleed at an authorized Kia dealer. 7 27 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 368 Maintenance ✽ ✽ NOTICE Checking the coolant level WARNING The engine coolant and/or inverter Cooling fan WARNING coolant level is influenced by hybrid system temperature. Before filling Radiator / Inverter the engine coolant and/or inverter coolant, turn the hybrid vehicle off, fill the engine coolant and/or invert- Use caution when working near er coolant carefully.
  • Page 369 Bring the level to F, but do not overfill. If frequent additions are required, see an authorized Kia deal- er for a cooling system inspection. 7 29 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 370 Maintenance Changing the coolant Radiator cap WARNING Have engine and inverter coolant Radiator cap & changed by an authorized Kia dealer Inverter coolant cap according Maintenance Schedule at the beginning of this section. Do not remove the radiator cap CAUTION...
  • Page 371 In the event the brake system CAUTION - Proper fluid requires frequent additions of fluid, the vehicle should be inspected by Only use brake fluid in brake an authorized Kia dealer. system. Small amounts improper fluids (such as engine When changing and adding brake oil) can cause damage to the fluid, handle it carefully.
  • Page 372 Maintenance WASHER FLUID Checking the washer fluid WARNING WARNING Coolant - Windshield level fluid • Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid Do not drink the windshield reservoir. washer fluid. The windshield washer fluid is poisonous to •...
  • Page 373 Maintenance PARKING BRAKE Checking the parking brake OTF050015 Check whether the stroke is within specification when the parking brake pedal is depressed with 20 kg (44 lb, 196 N) of force. Also, the parking brake alone should securely hold the vehicle on a fairly steep grade.
  • Page 374 Maintenance AIR CLEANER Filter replacement OTF070012 OYF079013 1. Loosen the air cleaner cover 2. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner. OTF070011 attaching clips and open the cover. 3. Replace the air cleaner filter. It must be replaced when necessary, 4.
  • Page 375 • Use a Kia genuine part. Use of nongenuine part could dam- age the air flow sensor. 7 35...
  • Page 376 Maintenance CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER (IF EQUIPPED) Filter inspection Filter replacement The climate control air filter should replaced according Maintenance Schedule. If the vehicle is operated in severely air-polluted cities or on dusty rough roads for a long period, it should be inspected more frequently and replaced earlier.
  • Page 377 Maintenance OMG079027 4. Replace the climate control air fil- ter. 5. Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly. When replacing the climate control air filter install it properly. Otherwise, the system may produce noise and the effectiveness of the filter may be reduced.
  • Page 378 Maintenance WIPER BLADES Blade inspection Contamination of either the wind- Blade replacement shield or the wiper blades with for- When the wipers no longer clean eign matter can reduce the effective- adequately, the blades may be worn ness of the windshield wipers. or cracked, and require replacement.
  • Page 379 Maintenance Front windshield wiper blade OSBL071001 OSBL071002 4. Push down the wiper arm (3) and OHM078059 install the new blade assembly in 1. Raise the wiper arm. the reverse order of removal. 5. Return the wiper arm on the wind- CAUTION - Wiper arms shield.
  • Page 380 Maintenance BATTERY For best battery service WARNING - WARNING - Risk of Sulfuric acid explosion in batteries Keep Lit cigarettes and Keep batteries out of the other flames reach children sparks away from the because batteries con- battery. tain highly corrosive SULFURIC ACID...
  • Page 381 The battery contains lead. Do not dispose of it after use. Please return the battery to an authorized Kia dealer to be recycled. 7 41 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 382 Maintenance Battery recharging When recharging battery, Reset items observe the following precautions: Your vehicle has a maintenance-free, Items should be reset after the bat- • The battery must be removed from calcium-based battery. tery has been discharged or the bat- the vehicle and placed in an area tery has been disconnected.
  • Page 383 If a tire frequently needs refer to “Tire and wheels” in chapter refilling, have it checked by an authorized Kia dealer. • Overinflation produces a harsh ride, excessive wear at the center of the tire tread, and a greater possibility of damage from road hazards.
  • Page 384 Maintenance • Warm tires normally exceed rec- Always observe the following: Checking tire inflation pres- ommended cold tire pressures by sure • Check tire pressure when the tires 28 to 41 kPa (4 to 6 psi). Do not are cold. (After vehicle has been Check your tires once a month or release air from warm tires to parked for at least three hours or...
  • Page 385 • Remember to check the pressure Replace the tire if you find either of the valve stems. They help prevent of your spare tire. Kia recommends these conditions. Replace the tire if leaks by keeping out dirt and mois- that you check the spare every fabric or cord is visible.
  • Page 386 Maintenance Rotate radial tires that have an Wheel alignment and tire bal- Without a spare tire asymmetric tread pattern only from ance front to rear and not from right to left. The wheels on your vehicle were Do not use the compact spare tire for aligned and balanced carefully at the tire rotation.
  • Page 387 Maintenance Tire replacement The ABS works by comparing the Compact spare tire replacement speed of the wheels. Tire size can A compact spare tire has a shorter affect wheel speed. When replacing tread life than a regular size tire. Tread wear indicator tires, all 4 tires must use the same Replace it when you can see the size originally supplied with the vehi-...
  • Page 388 - Wheel the tire identification number (TIN) wheel alignment. for safety standard certification. The Wheels that do not meet Kia's When you have new tires installed, TIN can be used to identify the tire in specifications may fit poorly make sure they are balanced. This case of a recall.
  • Page 389 Maintenance 2. Tire size designation 89 - Load Index, a numerical code Tire speed ratings associated with the maximum A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire The chart below lists many of the dif- load the tire can carry. size designation.
  • Page 390 Maintenance 3. Checking tire life (TIN : Tire 5. Maximum permissible inflation WARNING - Tire age Identification Number) pressure Replace tires within the recom- Any tires that are over 6 years old, This number is the greatest amount mended time frame. Failure to based on the manufacturing date, of air pressure that should be put in replace tires as recommended...
  • Page 391 Maintenance Tread wear Traction - AA, A, B & C Temperature -A, B & C The tread wear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to The temperature grades are A (the tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B and C.
  • Page 392 Maintenance Tire terminology and definitions Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of Intended Outboard Sidewall: The air pressure in a tire, measured in side of an asymmetrical tire, that Air Pressure: The amount of air pounds per square inch (psi) or kilo- must always face outward when inside the tire pressing outward on pascals (kPa) before a tire has built...
  • Page 393 Maintenance Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: Pneumatic tire: A mechanical Sidewall: The portion of a tire The sum of curb weight; accessory device made of rubber, chemicals, between the tread and the bead. weight; vehicle capacity weight; and fabric and steel or other materials, Speed Rating: An alphanumeric production options weight.
  • Page 394 Vehicle Capacity Weight: The num- All season tires Snow tires ber of designated seating positions Kia specifies all season tires on If you equip your car with snow tires, multiplied by 68 kg (150 lbs.) plus the some models to provide good per- they should be the same size and rated cargo and luggage load.
  • Page 395 Maintenance Radial-ply tires Longer wearing tires can be more Low aspect ratio tire susceptible to irregular tread wear. It (if equipped) Radial-ply tires provide improved is very important to follow the tire tread life, road hazard resistance and Low aspect ratio tires, whose aspect rotation interval shown in this section smoother high speed ride.

  • Page 396: Wheel And Tire

    - If the tire is impacted, we rec- ommend that you inspect the tire condition or contact an authorized Kia dealer. - To prevent damage to the tire, inspect the tire condition and pressure every 3,000 km (1,900 miles).

  • Page 397: Fuses

    CAUTION - Fuse replace- using the system involved and immedi- ment ately consult an authorized Kia dealer. Do not use a screwdriver or any Three kinds of fuses are used: blade other metal object to remove type for lower amperage rating, car-...
  • Page 398 Maintenance ✽ ✽ NOTICE Instrument panel fuse replace- WARNING ment The actual fuse/relay panel label • When replacing a blown fuse may differ depending on equip- or relay, make sure the new ment/options. fuse or relay fits tightly into the clips. Failure to tightly WARNING install the fuse or relay may - Electrical Fire...
  • Page 399 If it fits loosely, consult an authorized Kia dealer. If you do not have a spare, use a fuse of the same rating from a circuit you may not need for operating the vehi- cle, such as the cigar lighter fuse.
  • Page 400 4. Push in a new fuse of the same switch may be worn out. rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. If it fits loosely, consult an authorized Kia dealer. ✽ ✽ NOTICE If you need to park your vehicle for CAUTION...
  • Page 401 Maintenance Main fuse Multi fuse CAUTION Visually inspect the battery cap for secure closing. If the battery cap is not securely latched, the electrical system may be dam- aged to due influx of moisture into the system. OTFH072021 OVG079022 If the main fuse is blown, it must be If the multi fuse is blown, it must be removed as follows: removed as follows:...

  • Page 402: Fuse/Relay Panel Description

    Maintenance Fuse/relay panel description Inside the fuse/relay panel covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity. Instrument fuse panel OTF070023 ✽ ✽ NOTICE Not all fuse panel descriptions in this manual may be applicable to your vehicle. It is accurate at the time of printing.
  • Page 403 Maintenance Inner Fuse panel Description Fuse Rating Protected Component MULTIMEDIA AUDIO_UVO, AUDIO (PA30A,B), NAVI_3.0, NAVI_4.0, TMU PDM 1 Smart Key Control Module (With Smart Key) SPARE PDM2 SMK UNIT, BUTTON START SW P/SEAT(PASS) Passenger Seat Manual Switch P/SEAT(DRV) Driver IMS Module, Driver Seat Manual Switch, Driver Lumbar Support Switch (2WAY) MEMORY 2 7.5A PIC_RF_RECEIVER...
  • Page 404 Maintenance Description Fuse Rating Protected Component BRAKE SWITCH Smart Key Control Module, Start Stop Button Switch, Stop Lamp Switch SEAT EXTN (IMS), DR_TRIM_EXTN (FOLD’G), CLUSTER, A/CON, ECM, AUTO FOLDING RLY, MEMORY 1 TPMS, POWER OUTLET, A_L_PHOTO_SNSR, MUT SUNROOF Panorama Sunroof S/HEATER(FRT) SEAT_EXTN (HEAT/VENT) SEAT VERNT(FRT)
  • Page 405 Maintenance Description Fuse Rating Protected Component HEV ECU HCU UNIT IG1 IG 1 E/R BOX IG1 BMS UNIT B+ POWER OUTLET Front Power Outlet Auto Head Lamp Leveling Device Module (Auto HLLD), Head Lamp Leveling Device Switch (Manual HLLD), Head Lamp Leveling Device Actuator LH/RH, BCM, Front Smart Parking Assist Sensor Module, MODULE 1 Instrument Cluster, Electro Chromic Mirror, A/C Control Module, Driver IMS Module, Rear Parking Assist Buzzer, Lane Keeping Assist Module...
  • Page 406 Maintenance Engine compartment fuse panel OVG079025L ✽ ✽ NOTICE Not all fuse panel descriptions in this manual may be applicable to your vehicle. It is accurate at the time of printing. When you inspect the fuse panel in your vehicle, refer to the fuse panel label.
  • Page 407 Maintenance Engine Compartment fuse panel Description Fuse Rating Protected Component RR HTD E/R BOX RR HTD RLY COIL HORN HORN (LH, RH) F/PUMP FUEL PUMP MTR ECU 3 PCU (GDI) BATT. DIRECT SENSOR 1 DN O2 SENSOR (GDI), UP O2 SENSOR (GDI) INJECTOR E/R BOX F/PUMP RLY COIL SENSOR 3...
  • Page 408 Maintenance Description Fuse Rating Protected Component OPCU 1 OPCU UNIT B+ OPCU 2 OPCU UNIT IG1 TCU 1 STOP LAMP RLY.10 (HAC Relay), STOP LAMP RELAY DEICER RLY.7 (Deicer Relay) IGN SW B+ 1 B+ 2 BLOWER RLY.14 (Blower Relay) IG 2 IGN SW, IG2 RLY AHB 1...

  • Page 409: Rear Combination Lamp

    Maintenance Description Fuse Rating Protected Component INVERTER O_P_INVERTER EPB 2 EPB UNIT BATT2 EPB 1 EPB UNIT BATT1 ECU 2 EMS BOX (B+) ECU 4 ENGINE ECU TCU 2 SPEED SNSR, POSITION SW, O_P_INVERTER AHB 3 ESC UNIT IGN1 B/UP LAMP ELECTRO CHROMIC MIRROR, BCM, REAR COMBINATION LAMP (IN) LH/RH WATER PUMP MTR B+ 7 69...

  • Page 410: Light Bulbs

    Headlight, position light, turn WARNING - Lights correct bulbs and the expertise, con- signal light, side marker light, sult an authorized Kia dealer. In and front fog light bulb Prior to working on the light, many cases, it is difficult to replace replacement...
  • Page 411 If the low beam (XENON bulb) is not working, have your vehicle checked by an author- ized Kia dealer. 7 71 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 412 Headlight (bulb type) If the headlight aiming adjustment is necessary after headlight assembly is reinstalled, consult an authorized Kia dealer. OEN076051 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood. 3. Remove the headlight bulb cover by turning it counterclockwise.
  • Page 413 Maintenance Front side marker/Front turn sig- nal light Front side marker 1.Turn off the engine. 2.Open the hood 3.Remove the intake folder and screws. 4.Remove the bumper cover and under pad by rotating the screw. Front side marker 5.Remove the nuts of headlamp assembly.

  • Page 414: Side Repeater Light Bulb Replacement

    If the light bulb does not operate, the socket and rotating it until it have the vehicle checked by an locks into place. authorized Kia dealer. 6.Install the socket in the assembly by aligning the tabs on the socket with the slots in the assembly.

  • Page 415: Rear Combination Light Bulb Replacement

    Maintenance Front fog light 6.Install the new bulb-socket into the Rear combination light bulb housing by aligning the tabs on the replacement socket with the slots in the hous- ing. Push the socket into the housing and turn the socket clockwise. 7.Connect the power connector.
  • Page 416 Rear turn signal light 4.Remove the socket from the have the vehicle checked by an assembly by turning the socket authorized Kia dealer. counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly. 5.Remove the bulb from the socket...
  • Page 417 Maintenance ■ Back up light-1 Backup light 4.Disconnect the cable and then remove the nuts by turning the nuts counter clockwise. OTF074054 ■ Back up light-2 OTF070033 Backup light OTFH074098N 5.Take the light assembly out. OTF074052 6.Insert a new bulb by inserting it into 1.Turn off the engine.

  • Page 418: License Plate Light Bulb Replacement

    Maintenance License plate light bulb 3.Loosen the retaining screw of the High mounted stop light trunk lid cover and then remove the replacement replacement cover. 4.Take out the light. 5.Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the socket. 6.Reinstall the trunk lid cover by pushing in the screw.
  • Page 419 Maintenance High mounted bulb ■ 4.Type A Type A Fold the seat back by pulling out the lock release knob (1). Fold the seatback forward and down firmly. (if equipped) Type B Push the seat back up. The seat OTF030020 back is connected to the hook ■...
  • Page 420 Maintenance 11. Reinstall the seat by pushing it down firmly. OTF070059N OTF070061N OTF070060N OTF070062N 5. Take the C-pillar out carefully. If 7. Remove the screws and package you pull the C-pillar strongly, it tray. will be broken. 8. Remove the fabric and nuts. 6.

  • Page 421: Interior Light Bulb Replacement

    Maintenance Interior light bulb replacement Front map lamp Vanity mirror lamp 1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently pry the lens from the interi- or light housing. 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. WARNING - Interior Light Prior to working on the Interior Room lamp Luggage room lamp Lights, ensure that the “OFF”...

  • Page 422: Appearance Care

    Maintenance APPEARANCE CARE Exterior care Finish maintenance If braking performance is impaired, dry the brakes by applying them Washing Exterior general caution lightly while maintaining a slow for- To help protect your vehicle’s finish It is very important to follow the label ward speed.
  • Page 423 Maintenance High-pressure washing Waxing • When using high-pressure wash- Wax the vehicle when water will no ers, make sure to maintain suffi- longer bead on the paint. cient distance from the vehicle. Always wash and dry the vehicle Insufficient clearance or excessive before waxing.
  • Page 424 Maintenance ✽ ✽ NOTICE Underbody maintenance CAUTION - Drying vehicle Corrosive materials used for ice and If your vehicle is damaged and • Wiping dust or dirt off the snow removal and dust control may requires any metal repair or body with a dry cloth will collect on the underbody.
  • Page 425 Maintenance Aluminum wheel maintenance Corrosion protection WARNING The aluminum wheels are coated Protecting your vehicle from corro- After washing the vehicle, test with a clear protective finish. sion the brakes while driving slowly • Do not use any abrasive cleaner, By using the most advanced design to see if they have been affected polishing compound, solvent, or...
  • Page 426 Maintenance High-corrosion areas High temperatures can also acceler- • If you live in a high-corrosion area ate corrosion of parts that are not — where road salts are used, near If you live in an area where your vehi- properly ventilated so the moisture the ocean, areas with industrial cle is regularly exposed to corrosive...

  • Page 427: Interior Care

    Maintenance Keep your garage dry Don't neglect the interior Interior care Don't park your vehicle in a damp, Moisture can collect under the floor Interior general precautions poorly ventilated garage. This cre- mats and carpeting and cause corro- Prevent chemicals such as perfume, ates a favorable environment for cor- sion.
  • Page 428 Maintenance Fabric Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt CAUTION - Leather webbing Remove dust and loose dirt from fab- When cleaning leather products ric with a whisk broom or vacuum Clean the belt webbing with any mild (steering wheel, seats etc.), use cleaner.

  • Page 429: Emission Control System

    (The ORVR system is designed to an authorized Kia dealer in accor- allow the vapors from the fuel tank to dance with the maintenance sched- be loaded into a canister while refu- ule in this manual.
  • Page 430 Maintenance Canister 3. Exhaust emission control Engine exhaust gas precautions (carbon monoxide) system Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel tank are absorbed and stored in the • Carbon monoxide can be present Exhaust Emission Control onboard canister. When the engine is with other exhaust...
  • Page 431 All inspections and It may present a fire risk under the emission control system. adjustments must be made by an certain conditions. authorized Kia dealer. WARNING - Catalytic Your vehicle is equipped with a cat- • Avoid driving with a extremely low alytic converter emission control fuel level.

  • Page 432: Specifications & Consumer Information

    Specifications & Consumer information Dimensions ....... . 8-2 Engine ........8-2 Gross vehicle weight.

  • Page 433: Dimensions

    Specifications & Consumer information DIMENSIONS Item mm (in.) Overall length 4,845 (190.7) Overall width 1,830 (72.0) Overall height 1,450 (57.1) Front tread 1,601 (63.0)* /1,595 (62.8)* Rear tread 1,601 (63.0)* /1,595 (62.8)* Wheelbase 2,795 (110.0) : with R16 tire : with R17 tire ENGINE Item Gasoline 2.4L...

  • Page 434: Luggage Volume

    Specifications & Consumer information LUGGAGE VOLUME ltem Gasoline 2.4L 305 l (10.78 cu ft) BATTERY ltem Hybrid Battery pack voltage 270V Cell voltage 3.75V Cell and module configuration 72 cells (9 modules x 8 cells per module) Battery system weight 42 kg (93 Ibs.) (system) Dimensions 54.4L (211 X 355 X 726)

  • Page 435: Bulb Wattage

    Specifications & Consumer information BULB WATTAGE Light Bulb Wattage Bulb type Headlamps (Low) Headlamps (Low) - HID type* Headlamps (High) Front turn signal lamps P28/8W Front Front position lamps 8/LED P28/8W/LED Front fog lamps* 35/LED H8L/LED Side Repeater lamps* Side marker Rear Stop/Tail lamps (outside) LED type Rear tail lamps (Inside)

  • Page 436: Tires And Wheels

    Specifications & Consumer information TIRES AND WHEELS Inflation pressure kPa (psi) Wheel lug nut torque Item Tire size Wheel size Normal load * Maximum load lb•ft (kg•m, N•m) Front Rear Front Rear Type A 205/65R16 95H 6.5J×16 235 (34) 235 (34) 235 (34) 235 (34) Type B P205/65R16 94H...

  • Page 437: Recommended Lubricants And Capacities

    Specifications & Consumer information RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy. These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle. Lubricant Volume Classification...

  • Page 438: Recommended Sae Viscosity Number

    Specifications & Consumer information Recommended SAE viscosity Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has Using oils of any viscosity other than an effect on fuel economy and cold those recommended could result in number weather operating (engine start and engine damage. engine oil flowability). Lower viscosi- When choosing an oil, consider the CAUTION ty engine oils can provide better fuel...

  • Page 439: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)

    Specifications & Consumer information VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL VIN label VIN Label (if equipped) OTF080001 The vehicle identification number OTF080002 OVQ076002N (VIN) is the number used in register- vehicle certification label The VIN is also on a plate attached ing your vehicle and in all legal mat- attatched on the driver’s side center to the top of the dashboard.

  • Page 440: Tire Specification And Pressure Label

    Specifications & Consumer information TIRE SPECIFICATION AND ENGINE NUMBER PRESSURE LABEL OTFH084004N The engine number is stamped on OMG055004 the engine block as shown in the The tires supplied on your new vehi- drawing. cle are chosen to provide the best performance for normal driving.
  • Page 441 Hybrid System Overview Kia HYBRID SYSTEM / H2 OPTIMA HYBRID ENERGY FLOW / H4 STARTING THE HYBRID VEHICLE / H7 THE COMPONENTS OF HYBRID VEHICLE / H9 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 442 Kia HYBRID SYSTEM Kia Hybrid-Electric Vehicle (HEV) Hybrid System Display ECO Level display uses a gasoline engine and an Many of the displays provide infor- electric motor for power. The elec- mation about the hybrid system, tric motor is powered by a 270V such as the ECO Level and ECO high voltage HEV battery.
  • Page 443 State of Charge(SOC) is near L, have your vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer immedi- ately. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 444 OPTIMA HYBRID ENERGY FLOW Kia hybrid system notifies the drivers EV Propulsion Engine Only Propulsion of energy flow in various operating modes. Eleven Modes show drivers the current operating condition. OTFH044404N OTFH044401N Motor power is used to move the Engine power is used to move the vehicle.
  • Page 445 Regeneration Power Reserve Engine Generation/Motor Drive OTFH044402N OTFH044406N OTFH044407N Hybrid battery is being charged by Engine is both driving the vehicle The vehicle is being slowed by regenerative braking. and charging the hybrid battery. engine compression and regenera- tive braking. The hybrid battery is (Wheel ➞...
  • Page 446 OPTIMA HYBRID ENERGY FLOW (CONT.) Engine Generation/Regeneration Engine Brake/Regeneration OTFH044403N OTFH044407N The engine and regenerative braking The engine compression can be systems charge the hybrid battery used to slow the vehicle. The regen- during deceleration. erative braking system can be used to charge the hybrid battery.
  • Page 447 STARTING THE HYBRID VEHICLE (SMART KEY) Starting the Hybrid System • When the engine start/stop but- If the starting procedure is fol- lowed, the "READY" symbol on ton is in the ACC or ON position, 1.Carry the smart key into the vehi- the instrument cluster will turn on.
  • Page 448 STARTING THE HYBRID VEHICLE (SMART KEY) (CONT.) ✽ ✽ NOTICE ECONOMICAL and SAFE • When the hybrid battery power is low, the hybrid system automatical- OPERATION of Hybrid system When the hybrid system is in ly recharges the hybrid battery. READY mode, the engine will auto- •...
  • Page 449 THE COMPONENTS OF HYBRID VEHICLE 1. Engine : 2.4L 6. HPCU (Hybrid Power Control Unit) 2. Drive motor : 35kW 7. Electric Water Pump (EWP) 3. Automatic transmission : 6AT 8. Brake system with hydraulic pump 4. Hybrid starter generator (HSG) 9.
  • Page 450 Your vehicle's HEV Battery hybrid system should therefore only be inspected or repaired by an WARNING - Touching authorized Kia dealer. HPCU When replacing fuses or relays CAUTION - HPCU Damage under the hood, do not touch the HPCU in the engine com- Do not touch the HPCU when partment.
  • Page 451 Motor CAUTION - WARNING - Carrying After-market Liquids in Trunk Battery Charger Do not load large amounts of Do not use an after-market bat- water in open containers in the tery charger to charge the Hybrid battery without confirming that it vehicle.
  • Page 452 THE COMPONENTS OF HYBRID VEHICLE (CONT.) CAUTION - Cleaning WARNING WARNING - Engine Exposure to High Voltage Components When you clean the engine • High voltage in the hybrid bat- When the hybrid battery system compartment, do not wash tery system is very dangerous operates, the HEV battery sys- using water.

  • Page 453: Service Plug

    Service plug Some Special Characteristics WARNING - Safety plug of the Hybrid Vehicle. Never touch the safety plug. The Hybrid vehicles sound different than safety plug is attached to high gasoline engine vehicles. When the voltage hybrid battery system. hybrid system operates, you may Touching safety plug can result hear a sound from the hybrid battery in death or serious injury.
  • Page 454 THE COMPONENTS OF HYBRID VEHICLE (CONT.) The HEV system may emit electro- Virtual Engine Sound WARNING - Turning off magnetic waves which can affect the System(VESS) performance of electronic devices, HEV system The Virtual Engine Sound System such as laptop computers. When you leave the vehicle, turn generates an engine sound for off the hybrid system.
  • Page 455 WARNING - Air Intake • Blocking the air intake behind the rear seats may damage the hybrid battery. • Do not allow any water into the air intake even when cleaning. If any water enters the air intake, the Hybrid bat- tery may cause an electric shock which can cause seri- OTFH020030N...
  • Page 456 Hybrid system. Have the car towed to an authorized Kia dealer. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 457: High Voltage Battery

    When the hybrid vehicle shuts Before you try to jump start the vehi- WARNING - Accident cle, confirm the fuel level. If the fuel level is low add more fuel before Vehicle When the high voltage battery or 12- attempting as emergancy start. Never touch electric wires or volt battery discharges, or fuel tank is cable.
  • Page 458 Index I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 459: Air Cleaner

    Index Automatic heating and air conditioning..4-101 Checking the amount of air conditioner refrigerant and compressor lubricant ....4-112 Active ECO system.
  • Page 460 Index BSD (Blind Spot Detection) / Inverter coolant......7-27 LCA (Lane Change Assist) ....5-37 Cruise Control system .
  • Page 461 Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ..7-21 Kia Hybrid system ......H2 Exterior overview .

  • Page 462: Interior Overview

    Index Instrument panel overview ..... . . 2-5 Interior features......4-120 Clothes hanger .
  • Page 463 Index High mounted stop light replacement ... 7-78 Interior light bulb replacement....7-81 License plate light bulb replacement ... . 7-78 Owner maintenance .
  • Page 464 Index Front seat adjustment - power ....3-6 Starting the hybrid system with a smart key ..5-9 Rear seat adjustment .
  • Page 465 Index Recommended cold tire inflation pressures..7-43 Tire care ........7-43 Tire maintenance .
  • Page 466 Index Winter driving ....... . 5-49 Carry emergency equipment ....5-51 Change to "winter weight"...

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