Driving Your Vehicle; Be Sure The Exhaust System Does Not Leak; Before Driving - Kia Sonet 2024 Owner's Manual

Driving your vehicle

Driving your vehicle
Be sure the exhaust system
does not leak
The exhaust system should be checked
whenever the vehicle is raised to change
the oil or for any other purpose.
If you hear a change in the sound of the
exhaust or if you drive over something
that strikes the underneath side of the
vehicle, have the exhaust system
checked as soon as possible by a profes-
sional workshop. Kia recommends to
visit an authorised Kia dealer/service
partner.
WARNING
Engine exhaust
Do not inhale exhaust fumes or leave
your engine running in a enclosed area
for a prolonged time. Exhaust fumes
contain carbon monoxide, a colourless,
odourless gas that can cause uncon-
sciousness and death by asphyxiation.
WARNING
Open tailgate
Do not drive with the tailgate open. Poi-
sonous exhaust gases can enter the pas-
senger compartment. If you must drive
with the tailgate open proceed as fol-
lows:
1. Close all windows.
2. Open side vents.
3. Set the air intake control at "Fresh",
the air flow control at "Floor" or "Face"
and the fan at the highest speed.

Be sure the exhaust system does not leak

Before driving

Before getting into the vehicle, you
should examine the car and its sur-
roundings. After getting into the vehicle,
you should check a number of things
before driving.
Before entering vehicle
僅 Be sure that all windows, outside mir-
ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
僅 Check the condition of the tyres.
僅 Check under the vehicle for any sign
of leaks.
僅 Be sure there are no obstacles behind
you if you intend to back up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid
should be checked on a regular basis, at
the exact interval depending on the
fluid. Further details are provided in
"Maintenance" on page 8-4.
WARNING
Distracted driving
Focus on the road whilst driving. The
driver's primary responsibility is in the
safe and legal operation of the vehicle.
Use of any handled devices, other
equipment or vehicle systems that dis-
tract the driver should not be used
during vehicle operation.
Before starting
僅 Close and lock all doors.
僅 Position the seat so that all controls
are easily reached.
僅 Buckle your seat belt.
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