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This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Freedom Motors reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications, and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.
INTRODUCTION CONGRATULATIONS ON PURCHASING YOUR WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE KIA SORENTO FROM FREEDOM MOTORS Please take the time to read this publication carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in the manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained technicians, and cares about your satisfaction.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS If you have any questions or concerns regarding your Kia Sorento, please contact Freedom Motors directly at 800-625-6335 • Read your owners manual before operating the vehicle. In addition to reading the owners manual, please make sure your Freedom Motors salesperson explains and demonstrates the vehicle’s features before operating.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY REMOTE KEYLESS EN Keyless Entry Transmitter Keyless Entry Transmitter Open Function Open Function* Pressing and holding button 1 will open the Pressing and holding button 1 will deploy the rear door and deploy the ramp. Releasing the ramp.
CONTROL SWITCHES CONTROL SWITCHES Ramp Deploy / Retract Switch Ramp Deploy / Retract Switch The drivers ramp The drivers ramp deploy / retract switch WARNING WARNING deploy / retract switch is located on the is located on the dashboard on the left DO NOT retract the ramp if a person or object dashboard on the left side of the steering...
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Before operating the power door and power ramp, make sure the rear area of the vehicle is clear and unobstructed. Allow approximately 8 feet for the ramp to deploy beyond the rear of the vehicle plus an additional 4 feet for the wheelchair occupant to maneuver.
SEATING SECUREMENT SEATING SECUREMENT Instructions for Use: Instructions For Use: 1. Place wheelchair in the vehicle facing forward and in a 1. Place wheelchair in the vehicle facing forward and in a suitable position. suitable position. 2. Preselect a position on the wheelchair to attach the hook and a position on 2.
MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL OPERATION Operate Door Manually Operate Door Manually With the ramp in the fully stowed position, the back door may be opened or closed manually at any If automatic conversion ceases to operate, you can manually deploy/retract the ramp. time.
DOCKING SYSTEM OPERATION Entering the Docking Base To enter the docking system requires that you guide your wheelchair over the top of the docking base until the docking pin mounted to your wheelchair is fully engaged. TO ENSURE THAT THE WHEELCHAIR IS FULLY ENGAGED, YOU SHOULD ATTEMPT TO EXIT THE SYSTEM WITHOUT PRESSING THE RELEASE SWITCH AND WITH THE VEHICLE IGNITION OFF .
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DOCKING SYSTEM OPERATION IF THE VEHICLE LOSES ELECTRICAL POWER, THE EMERGENCY RELEASE LEVER SHOULD BE PUSHED TO THE LEFT TO RELEASE THE WHEELCHAIR. Docking System Controls The system control panel must be mounted in an area that is readily visible to the driver of the vehicle. The control panel provides a release switch as well as displaying the dock base status through an array of colored lights and an audible alarm.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE INSPECTION ITEM INSPECTION CRITERIA INSPECTION FREQUENCY Scheduled Maintenance Plan Bushing on all hinge points Clean and check for any wear, out of Monthly by operator and round bushing ID, rust, unusual noise biannually by local authorized or motion. dealer.
The remedy under this written Warranty, and any implied warranty, is limited to repair, replacement, or adjustment of defective conversion components. This exclusive remedy shall not be deemed to have failed its essential purpose so long as FMI is willing and able to repair, replace, or adjust defective conversion components in the prescribed manner.
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50,000 miles are warranted for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Newly manufactured and installed Kneelvan wheel- chair van conversions and newly installed and manufactured FMI specialty conversions on chassis which are 6 or more model years old and more than 50,000 miles are warranted for 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
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The warranties expressed in this Warranty are the only express warranties applicable to conversion components. FMI does not assume or authorize anyone to assume for it any other obligation or liability in connection with its conversion components or the Warranty. No person, including FMI employees, may modify or waive any part of the Warranty.
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WARRANTY FMI is not responsible for any time or income that you lose, any inconvenience you might be caused, the loss of your transportation or use of your vehicle, the cost of rental vehicles, fuel, telephone, travel, meals, or lodging, the loss of personal or commercial property, the loss of revenue, or for any other incidental or consequential damages you may have.
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740 Watkins Rd. | Battle Creek, MI 49015 | 800-625-6335 | Fax: 269-660-5825 | FreedomMotors.com...
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