Kia EV9 2023 Owner's Manual page 374

Vehicle driving controls
Do not let ice or snow accumulate underneath
Under some conditions, snow and ice can build up under the fenders and interfere with
the steering. When driving in severe winter conditions where this may happen, you should
periodically check underneath the vehicle to make sure the movements of the front
wheels and the steering components are not obstructed.
Carry emergency equipment
Depending on the severity of the weather, you should carry appropriate emergency
equipment. Some of the items you may want to carry include tire chains, tow straps or
chains, flashlight, emergency flares, sand, shovel, jumper cables, window scraper, gloves,
ground cloth, coveralls, blanket, etc.
Do not place objects or materials in the motor compartment
Putting objects or materials in the motor compartment may cause an motor failure. Such
damage will not be covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
Trailer towing (if equipped)
If you are considering towing with your vehicle, you should first check with the country's
department of motor vehicles to determine their legal requirements.
Since laws vary, the requirements for towing trailers, other vehicles, and apparatus may
differ. Kia recommends to ask an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Your vehicle can tow a trailer. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your
vehicle, refer to "Weight of the trailer" on page 6-53 that appears later in this section.
Remember that trailer towing is different from simply driving your vehicle by itself. Traile-
ring means changes in handling, durability, and energy economy. Successful, safe trailer
towing requires correct equipment, which has to be used properly.
This section contains many time-tested and important trailer-towing tips and safety rules.
Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers. Please read this
section carefully before towing a trailer.
WARNING
僅 If you don't use the correct equipment and drive improperly, you can lose control when
you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well -
or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously or fatally injured. Pull a trailer
only if you have followed all the steps in this section.
僅 Before towing, make sure the total trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross vehi-
cle weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue load are all within the limits.
CAUTION
Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not cov-
ered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this section.
NOTE
僅 The mounting hole for hitches are located on both sides of the underbody behind the
rear tires.
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Trailer towing