Page 1 It is a company that has thousands of employees focused on building high-quality vehicles at affordable prices. The first syllable, KI, in the word “KIA” means “to arise from to the world” or “to come up out of to the world”. The second syllable, a, means “Asia”.
Page 2 Thank you for choosing a KIA vehicle. The information and specifications provided in this manual were accurate at the time of printing. KIA reserves the right to When you require service, remember that your KIA Dealer discontinue or change specifications or design at any time knows your vehicle best.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Introduction Your vehicle at a glance Safety features of your vehicle Features of your vehicle Driving your vehicle table of contents What to do in an emergency Maintenance Specifications & Consumer information Index...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Introduction How to use this manual / 1-2 Fuel requirements / 1-3 Vehicle handling instructions / 1-5 Vehicle break-in process / 1-5 Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster / 1-6...
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL A010000AAM The general layout of the manual is pro- will find various WARNINGs, We want to help you get the greatest vided in the Table of Contents. Use the CAUTIONs, and NOTICEs in this manu- possible driving pleasure from your vehi- index when looking for a specific area or al.
Page 6: Fuel Requirements
Introduction FUEL REQUIREMENTS A020101AHM-EU A020103AUN-EU CAUTION Your new vehicle is designed to use only Gasoline containing alcohol and unleaded fuel having a pump octane methanol Never add any fuel system cleaning number ((R+M)/2) of 87 (Research agents to the fuel tank other than Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and Octane Number 91) or higher.
Page 7 Gasolines for cleaner air ing 10 percent. To help contribute to cleaner air, KIA rec- CAUTION ommends that you use gasolines treated CAUTION with detergent additives, which help pre-...
Page 8: Vehicle Handling Instructions
Introduction VEHICLE HANDLING VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS INSTRUCTIONS A030000AUN No special break-in period is needed. By A090000AEN following a few simple precautions for the As with other vehicles of this type, failure first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to to operate this vehicle correctly may the performance, economy and life of result in loss of control, an accident or...
Page 9: Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Cluster
Introduction INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER A050000AAM-EC Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Tailgate Open Warning Light Door Ajar Warning Light Warning Light Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light Seat Belt Warning Light Low Fuel Level Warning Light High Beam Indicator O/D OFF Indicator* Shift Pattern Indicator Charging System Warning Light...
Page 10: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your vehicle at a glance Interior overview / 2-2 Instrument panel overview / 2-3 Engine compartment / 2-4...
Page 11: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your vehicle at a glance INTERIOR OVERVIEW 1. Door Lock/Unlock Button ....4-8 2. Outside Rearview Mirror Control Switch* ..........4-30 3. Central Door Lock Switch*....4-10 4. Power Window Lock Button*.....4-16 5. Power Window Switches* ....4-14 6. Fuse Box...........7-43 7. Instrument Panel Illumination Control Knob* ..........4-33 8.
Page 12: Table Of Contents
Your vehicle at a glance INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW 1. Driver's Front Air Bag .......3-33 2. Light Control / Turn Signals....4-47 3. Instrument Cluster......4-32 4. Wiper/Washer........4-51 5. Auto Cruise Controls*.......5-26 6. Advanced Lighting Speaker*....4-77 7. Vent Controls........4-58 8. Multi Box* .........4-69 9.
Page 13 Your vehicle at a glance ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1. Engine Coolant Reservoir ....7-15 2. Engine Oil Filler Cap ......7-14 3. Brake Fluid Reservoir.......7-18 4. Air Cleaner ........7-23 5. Fuse Box ..........7-43 6. Negative Battery Terminal..6-4/7-27 7. Positive Battery Terminal....6-4/7-27 8. Radiator Cap......6-6/7-17 9.
Page 14 Seats / 3-2 Seat belts / 3-13 Child restraint system / 3-25 Air bag - advanced supplemental restraint system / 3-33 Safety features of your vehicle...
Page 15: Seats
Safety features of your vehicle SEATS Front seat (1) Forward and backward (2) Seatback angle (3) Seat cushion height (Driver’s seat)* (4) Seat warmer* (5) Headrest (6) Armrest (Driver’s seat)* Rear seats (7) Folding the seatback (8) Headrest *: if equipped OAM039001 C010000AAM-EC...
Page 16: Safety Features Of Your Vehicle
Safety features of your vehicle WARNING WARNING WARNING Loose objects Driver respon- - Driver’s seat sibility for passengers Loose objects in the driver’s foot • Never attempt to adjust the seat area could interfere with the opera- while the vehicle is moving. This Riding in a vehicle with the seat- tion of the foot pedals, possibly could result in loss of control,...
Page 17: Features Of Your Vehicle
Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) WARNING - Rear seatbacks • When resetting the seatback to • The rear seatback must be the upright position, make sure it securely latched. If not, passen- is securely latched by pushing it gers and objects could be thrown forward and backwards.
Page 18 Safety features of your vehicle OAM039003 OAM039004 OPA039052 C010102AHM C010103APB C010104AHM Seatback angle Seat height (for driver’s seat) Headrest The driver's and front passenger's seats To recline the seatback: To change the height of the seat, push are equipped with a headrest for the the lever upwards or downwards.
Page 19 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING • For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident, the headrest should be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height of the center of gravity of an occupant's head. Generally, the center of gravity of most peo- ple's head is similar with the height of the top of their eyes.
Page 20 Safety features of your vehicle OAM039007 HNF2041-1 OSA038123 Removal Active headrest (if equipped) C010109AVQ-C1 Armrest (for driver’s seat, if equipped) To remove the headrest, raise it as far as The active headrest is designed to move it can go then press the release button forward and upward during a rear impact.
Page 21 Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE WARNING - Seat warmer With the seat warmer switch in the ON burns position, the heating system in the seat turns off or on automatically depending Passengers should use extreme on the seat temperature. caution when using seat warmers due to the possibility of excess heating or burns.
Page 22 Safety features of your vehicle Rear seat adjustment To fold down the rear seatback: 1. Insert the rear seat belt buckle in the C010307AHM-C1 pocket (if equipped) between the rear Folding the rear seat seatback and cushion, and insert the The rear seatbacks can be folded to facil- rear seat belt webbing in the guide to itate carrying long items or to increase...
Page 23 Safety features of your vehicle 5. To use the rear seat, lift and pull the CAUTION - Damaging rear seatback backward by pulling on the seat belt buckles folding lever. Pull the seatback firmly until it clicks into place. Make sure the When you fold the rear seatback, seatback is locked in place.
Page 24 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING WARNING - Cargo Cargo should always be secured to • For maximum effectiveness in prevent it from being thrown about case of an accident, the headrest the vehicle in a collision and caus- should be adjusted so the middle ing injury to the vehicle occupants.
Page 25 Safety features of your vehicle OUN026043 OUN028044 Adjusting the height up and down Removal To raise the headrest, pull it up to the To remove the headrest, raise it as far as desired position (1). To lower the head- it can go then press the release button rest, push and hold the release button (2) (1) while pulling the headrest up (2).
Page 26: Seat Belts
Safety features of your vehicle SEAT BELTS C020100AHM (Continued) (Continued) Seat belt restraint system • Avoid wearing twisted seat belts. Care should be taken to avoid con- A twisted belt can't do its job tamination of the webbing with pol- WARNING well.
Page 27 Safety features of your vehicle If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned on, the seat belt warning light and the seat belt warning chime will operate for approxi- mately 6 seconds. But if it is fastened within the 6 seconds, the warning light will blink till the 6 seconds and the warn- ing chime will turn off immediately.
Page 28 Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE To adjust the height of the seat belt Front seat anchor, lower or raise the height adjuster If you are not able to pull out the seat into an appropriate position. belt from the retractor, firmly pull the To raise the height adjuster, pull it up (1).
Page 29 Safety features of your vehicle C020106AUN When the seat belt is fully extended from Seat belts - Front passenger and rear the retractor to allow the installation of a seat 3-point system with combination child restraint system, the seat belt oper- locking retractor ation changes to allow the belt to retract, but not to extend (Automatic Locking...
Page 30 Safety features of your vehicle CAUTION Do NOT fold down the left portion of the rear seat back when the rear center seat belt is buckled. ALWAYS UNBUCKLE the rear center seat belt before folding down the left portion of the rear seat back. If the rear center seat belt is buckled when the left portion of the rear seat back is folded down, distortion...
Page 31 Safety features of your vehicle OAM039047 OAM039025 OEN036300 C020105AAM Routing the seat belt webbing through C020200BHM-EU Stowing the rear seat belt the rear seat belt guides will help keep Pre-tensioner seat belt the belts from being trapped behind or The rear seat belt buckles can be stowed Your vehicle is equipped with driver's and under the seats.
Page 32 Safety features of your vehicle When the vehicle stops suddenly, or if WARNING the occupant tries to lean forward too quickly, the seat belt retractor will lock To obtain maximum benefit from a into position. In certain frontal collisions, pre-tensioner seat belt: the pre-tensioner will activate and pull 1.
Page 33 This must be done ods. Wash all exposed skin areas thor- switch is turned ON, or if it remains by an authorized KIA dealer. oughly after an accident in which the illuminated after illuminating for pre-tensioner seat belts were activat- •...
Page 34 Properly worn seat belts dren. Never hold a child in your tact an authorized KIA dealer. greatly reduce these hazards. arms or lap when riding in a vehi- cle. The violent forces created dur-...
Page 35 Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE C020301AHM If the shoulder belt portion slightly touch- Larger children es the child’s neck or face, try placing the Small children are best protected from child closer to the center of the vehicle. If Children who are too large for child injury in an accident when properly the shoulder belt still touches their face...
Page 36 Safety features of your vehicle C020302AKM C020303AUN WARNING Restraint of pregnant women Injured person Pregnant women should wear lap/shoul- A seat belt should be used when an Riding with a reclined seatback der belt assemblies whenever possible injured person is being transported. increases your chance of serious according to specific recommendations When this is necessary, you should con-...
Page 37 This should be done even if no damage is visible. Additional questions concern- ing seat belt operation should be directed to an authorized KIA dealer.
Page 38: Child Restraint System
Safety features of your vehicle CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM C030000AHM-EC Children could be injured or killed in a (Continued) Children riding in the car should sit in the crash if their restraints are not properly • A seat belt or child restraint sys- rear seat and must always be properly secured.
Page 39 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) WARNING • Never leave children unattended • Never use an infant carrier or a To reduce the chance of serious or in a vehicle – not even for a short child safety seat that "hooks" fatal injuries: time.
Page 40 KIA dealer. tions (emergency lock mode), you must • Failure to observe this manual's manually change these seat belts to the...
Page 41 Safety features of your vehicle E2MS103005 OEN036101 OEN036102 C030102AAM-EU To install a child restraint system on the 3. Pull the shoulder portion of the seat Placing a passenger seat belt into outboard or center rear seats, do the fol- belt all the way out. When the shoulder the auto lock mode lowing: portion of the seat belt is fully extend-...
Page 42 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING - Auto lock mode The lap/shoulder belt automatically returns to the “emergency lock mode” whenever the belt is allowed to retract fully. Therefore, the pre- ceding seven steps must be fol- lowed each time a child restraint is installed.
Page 43 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a collision if the child restraint is not properly anchored to the car and the child is not prop- erly restrained in the child restraint. Always follow the child seat manu- facturer’s instructions for installa- tion and use.
Page 44 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING - Child restraint Lower Anchor Position Indicator check Check that the child restraint sys- tem is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Incorrectly fitted child restraints may swing, twist, tip or separate causing death or serious injury.
Page 45 Safety features of your vehicle Also, test the child restraint seat before WARNING you place the child in it. Tilt the seat from side to side. Also try to tug the seat for- When using the vehicle's "LATCH" ward. Check to see if the anchors hold system to install a child restraint the seat in place.
Page 46: Driver's Front Air Bag
Safety features of your vehicle AIR BAG - ADVANCED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM C040000AUN-C1 (1) Driver’s front air bag (2) Passenger’s front air bag (3) Side air bag* (4) Curtain air bag* * : if equipped WARNING Even in vehicles with air bags, you and your passengers must always wear the safety belts provided in order to minimize the risk and...
Page 47 Safety features of your vehicle C040900AUN • The front air bags will completely • There even circumstances How does the air bag system inflate and deflate in an instant. under which contact with the steer- ing wheel air bag can cause fatal operate It is virtually impossible for you to see injuries, especially if the occupant...
Page 48 Safety features of your vehicle C040902AUN WARNING Noise and smoke When the air bags deploy, the air When the air bags inflate, they make a bag related parts in the steering loud noise and they leave smoke and powder in the air inside of the vehicle. wheel and/or instrument panel This is normal and is a result of the igni- and/or in both sides of the roof rails...
Page 49 Safety features of your vehicle When the ignition switch is turned ON, WARNING the warning light should illuminate for approximately 6 seconds, then go off. • Extreme Hazard! Do not use a Have the system checked if: rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an air bag in •...
Page 50 SRS. 1. Driver's front air bag module the vehicle, it will automatically deploy Have an authorized KIA dealer inspect 2. Passenger's front air bag module the front air bags. the air bag system as soon as possible.
Page 51 Safety features of your vehicle Driver’s front air bag (2) Driver’s front air bag (3) Passenger’s front air bag B240B02L B240B03L B240B05L Upon deployment, tear seams molded A fully inflated air bag, in combination WARNING directly into the pad covers will separate with a properly worn seat belt, slows the under pressure from the expansion of the driver's or the passenger's forward...
Page 52 ON position, or after the or controlled by the occupant detection engine is started, comes on while system. driving, the SRS is not working properly. If this occurs, have your vehicle immediately inspected by an authorized KIA dealer. (Continued) 3 39...
Page 53 Safety features of your vehicle Main components of occupant detec- If the front passenger seat is occupied by Always be sure that you and all vehicle tion system a person that the system determines to occupants are seated and restrained be of adult size, and he/she sits properly properly (sitting upright with the seat in •...
Page 54 Safety features of your vehicle C040301AHM-C1 WARNING Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant detection system Riding in an improper position or Indicator/Warning light Devices placing weight on the front passen- Condition detected by the occupant PASSENGER AIR ger's seat when it is unoccupied by Front passenger SRS warning detection system...
Page 55 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) B990A08O 1KMN3663 1KMN3665 - Never put a heavy load in the - Never sit with the hips shifted - Never place the feet on the dash- towards the front of the seat. board. front passenger seat. 1KMN3664 OVQ036014N 1KMN3662...
Page 56 Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE If the PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF” indi- Proper position cator is still on, ask the passenger to The PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF” move to the rear seat. indicator illuminates for about 4 sec- onds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is WARNING...
Page 57 • Air bags can only be used once – • Even though your vehicle is passenger seat. Don't place any- have an authorized KIA dealer equipped with the occupant thing on or attach anything such replace the air bag immediately...
Page 58 OAM039028 being driven, have an authorized C040400AAM-EC KIA dealer inspect the occupant Driver's and passenger's front air detection system and the SRS air bag system as soon as possible. Your vehicle is equipped with an...
Page 59 • Do not place any objects under- authorized KIA dealer inspect the neath the front seats as they According to the impact severity, seating...
Page 60 Front air bags are not • Front and side air bags can injure air bag system. However, KIA does intended to deploy in collisions in occupants improperly positioned not endorse nor will it support any which sufficient protection can be pro- in the front seats.
Page 61 In panel, and the front passenger's authorized KIA dealer inspect the addition, front air bags will not panel above the glove box, air bag system as soon as possi-...
Page 62 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) • Even though your vehicle is • Sitting improperly or out of posi- equipped with the occupant tion can result in serious or fatal detection system, do not install a injury in a crash. All occupants child restraint system in the front should sit upright with the seat passenger seat position.
Page 63 9:00 and 3:00 positions. have the vehicle checked and The passenger's arms and hands repaired by an authorized KIA should be placed on their laps. dealer. Inform that your vehicle is • Do not use any accessory seat equipped with side impact air covers.
Page 64 (Continued) • Never try to open or repair any components of the side curtain air bag system. This should only OUN026091 be done by an authorized KIA C040700AUN dealer. Curtain air bag (if equipped) Failure to follow the above men-...
Page 65 Safety features of your vehicle C040800AAM Why didn’t my air bag go off in a collision? (Inflation and non-infla- tion conditions of the air bag) There are many types of accidents in which the air bag would not be expect- ed to provide additional protection.
Page 66 KIA dealer. • If the installation location or • Your vehicle has been designed angle of the sensors is altered in to absorb impact and deploy the any way, the air bags may deploy air bag(s) in certain collisions.
Page 67 Safety features of your vehicle Although the front air bags (driver’s and front passenger’s air bags) are designed to inflate only in frontal collisions, they also may inflate in other types of colli- sions if the front impact sensors detect a sufficient impact.
Page 68 Safety features of your vehicle OUN036087 OVQ036018N 1VQA2089 • Air bags are not designed to inflate in • Front air bags may not inflate in side • In an angled collision, the force of rear collisions, because occupants are impact collisions, because occupants impact may direct the occupants in a moved backward by the force of the move to the direction of the collision,...
Page 69 Safety features of your vehicle 1VQA2090 1VQA2091 1VQA2092 • Just before impact, drivers often brake • Air bags may not inflate in rollover acci- • Air bags may not inflate if the vehicle heavily. Such heavy braking lowers the dents because air bag deployment collides with objects such as utility front portion of the vehicle causing it to would not provide protection to the...
Page 70 SRS Care • If the air bags inflate, they must • Modification to SRS components The SRS is virtually maintenance-free be replaced by an authorized KIA or wiring, including the addition and so there are no parts you can safely dealer.
Page 71 Safety features of your vehicle C041300AUN • Keep occupants away from the air Additional safety precautions WARNING bag covers. All occupants should sit upright, fully back in their seats with • Never let passengers ride in the • Sitting improperly or out of posi- their seat belts on and their feet on the cargo area or on top of a folded- tion can cause occupants to be...
Page 72 Safety features of your vehicle OAM039041 C041200AUN-EC Air bag warning label Air bag warning labels, some required by the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS), are attached to alert the driver and passengers of poten- tial risks of the air bag system. 3 59...
Page 73: Table Of Contents
Keys / 4-2 Remote keyless entry / 4-6 Door locks / 4-8 Tailgate / 4-12 Windows / 4-14 Hood / 4-17 Fuel filler lid / 4-19 Sunroof / 4-22 Features of your vehicle Steering wheel / 4-26 Mirrors / 4-28 Instrument cluster / 4-32 Rearview camera / 4-46 Hazard warning flasher / 4-46...
Page 74 Should you lose your keys, this number WARNING will enable an authorized KIA dealer to Use only KIA original parts for the duplicate the keys easily. Remove the bar ignition key in your vehicle. If an code tag and store it in a safe place.
Page 75 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE To deactivate the immobilizer sys- tem: When starting the engine, do not use the Insert the ignition key into the key cylin- key with other immobilizer keys around. der and turn it to the ON position. Otherwise the engine may not start or may stop soon after it starts.
Page 76 Canada Standard RSS-210. If you need additional keys or lose your Do not change, alter or adjust the Operation is subject to the following two keys, consult an authorized KIA dealer. immobilizer system because it conditions: could cause the immobilizer sys- 1.
Page 77 After performing the limp home proce- key is out of order. You cannot start the dure, you have to see an authorized KIA engine without the lime home procedure. dealer immediately to inspect and repair To start the engine, you have to input your ignition key or immobilizer system.
Page 78 To stop the horn and lights, press indicate that all doors (and tailgate) are ized KIA dealer. any button on the transmitter. locked. However, if any door (or tailgate) remains...
Page 79 Canada Standard RSS-210. of removal. Operation is subject to the following two For transmitter replacement, see an conditions: authorized KIA dealer to reprogram the 1. This device may not cause harmful transmitter. interference, and 2. This device must accept any interfer-...
Page 80: Door Locks
Features of your vehicle DOOR LOCKS • Doors can also be locked and unlocked with the transmitter. • Once the doors are unlocked, they may be opened by pulling the door handle. • When closing the door, push the door by hand.
Page 81 Features of your vehicle • If the inner door handle of the driver’s WARNING (or front passenger’s) door is pulled - Door lock mal- when the door lock button is in the lock function position, the button will unlock and the If a power door lock ever fails to door will open.
Page 82: Central Door Lock Switch*
Features of your vehicle Driver’s door Passenger’s door WARNING - WARNING Doors Unlocked vehicles • The doors should always be fully closed and locked while the vehi- Leaving your vehicle unlocked can cle is in motion to prevent acci- invite theft or possible harm to you dental opening of the door.
Page 83 Features of your vehicle D050300AAM-EU 3. Close the rear door. Impact sensing door unlock To open the rear door, pull the outside system (if equipped) door handle (1). Even though the doors may be unlocked, In the event of air bag deployment result- the rear door will not open by pulling the ing from a vehicle impact, all doors will inner door handle (2) until the rear door...
Page 84 Features of your vehicle TAILGATE ✽ ✽ NOTICE D070200AAM Closing the tailgate In cold and wet climates, door lock and To close the tailgate, lower and push door mechanisms may not work proper- down the tailgate firmly. Make sure that ly due to freezing conditions.
Page 85 Features of your vehicle WARNING WARNING Rear cargo area • For emergencies, be fully aware of the location of the emergency Occupants should never ride in the tailgate safety release lever in the rear cargo area where no restraints vehicle and how to open the tail- are available.
Page 86 Features of your vehicle WINDOWS D080000AUN (1) Driver’s door power window switch (2) Front passenger’s door power win- dow switch (3) Rear door (left) power window switch (4) Rear door (right) power window switch (5) Window opening and closing (6) Automatic power window down (Driver’s window) (7) Power window lock switch ✽...
Page 87 Features of your vehicle D080100AAM Power windows The ignition switch must be in the ON position for power windows to operate. Each door has a power window switch that controls the door's window. The driv- er has a power window lock button which can block the operation of passenger windows.
Page 88: Power Window Lock Button*
Features of your vehicle CAUTION WARNING - Windows • To prevent possible damage to • NEVER leave the ignition key in the power window system, do not the vehicle. open or close two windows or • NEVER leave any child unattend- more at the same time.
Page 89 Features of your vehicle HOOD OAM049015 OAM049016 OAM049017 D090100AUN-U1 2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the 3. Pull out the support rod from the hood. Opening the hood hood slightly, pull the secondary latch 4. Hold the hood open with the support inside of the hood center and lift the 1.
Page 90 Features of your vehicle D090200AAM Closing the hood WARNING WARNING 1. Before closing the hood, check the fol- • Before closing the hood, ensure • Always double check to be sure lowing: that all obstructions are removed that the hood is firmly latched •...
Page 91: Fuel Filler Lid
Features of your vehicle FUEL FILLER LID D100200AAM (if equipped) Closing the fuel filler lid 1. To install the cap, turn it clockwise until it “clicks”. This indicates that the cap is securely tightened. 2. Close the fuel filler lid and push it in lightly making sure that it is securely closed.
Page 92 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) WARNING - Refueling dan- Use only approved portable plas- • Do not get back into a vehicle gers tic fuel containers designed to once you have begun refueling Automotive fuels are flammable carry and store gasoline. since you can generate static materials.
Page 93 • If the fuel filler cap requires manager of the gas station and replacement, use only a genuine then contact the local fire depart- KIA cap or the equivalent speci- ment. Follow any safety instruc- fied for your vehicle. An incorrect tions they provide.
Page 94 Features of your vehicle SUNROOF (IF EQUIPPED) ✽ ✽ NOTICE ✽ ✽ NOTICE • In cold and wet climates, the sunroof The sunroof cannot slide when it is in may not work properly due to freez- the tilt position nor can it be tilted while ing conditions.
Page 95 Features of your vehicle To open the sunroof automatically: Pull the sunroof control lever backward to the second detent position and then release it. The sunroof will slide open automatically but will not open all the way. If you would like to completely open the sunroof, pull the lever once more.
Page 96 Features of your vehicle WARNING - Sunroof • Be careful that no heads, hands and body parts are obstructing a closing sunroof. • Do not extend the face, neck, arms or body outside the sunroof while driving. • Make sure your hands and head are safely out of the way before closing a sunroof.
Page 97 Features of your vehicle D110500AAM-EE 5. Push the sunroof control lever upward (for about 6 seconds) until the sunroof Resetting the sunroof operates as follows; Whenever the vehicle battery is discon- nected or discharged, you must reset TILT DOWN → SLIDE OPEN → your sunroof system as follows: SLIDE CLOSED 1.
Page 98: Steering Wheel
KIA dealer. engine is first started. This is caused by increased fluid viscosity due to the cold WARNING...
Page 99 Features of your vehicle CAUTION Do not strike the horn severely to operate it, or hit it with your fist. Do not press on the horn with a sharp- pointed object. (if equipped) OAM049021L OAM049022 To change the steering wheel angle, pull D130500AUN down the lock-release lever (1), adjust Horn...
Page 100 Features of your vehicle MIRRORS D140100AHM D140102AHM-EE-C1 Inside rearview mirror Electric chromic mirror (ECM) (if equipped) Adjust the rearview mirror so that the The electric rearview mirror automatical- center view through the rear window is ly controls the glare from the headlights seen.
Page 101 Features of your vehicle D140200AHM-EU CAUTION Outside rearview mirror Rear view display Do not scrape ice off the mirror Be sure to adjust the mirror angles (if equipped) Sensor face; this may damage the surface before driving. of the glass. If ice should restrict Your vehicle is equipped with both left- the movement of the mirror, do not hand and right-hand outside rearview...
Page 102 Features of your vehicle WARNING Do not adjust or fold the outside rearview mirrors while the vehicle is moving. This could result in loss of control, and an accident which could cause death, serious injury or property damage. B510A01E OAM049027 D140201APB D140201AHM-EE Remote control...
Page 103 Features of your vehicle CAUTION • The mirrors stop moving when they reach the maximum adjust- ing angles, but the motor contin- ues to operate while the switch is depressed. Do not depress the switch longer than necessary, the motor may be damaged. •...
Page 104: Instrument Cluster
Features of your vehicle INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 1. Tachometer 2. Turn signal indicators 3. Speedometer 4. Engine temperature gauge 5. Warning and indicator lights 6. Shift position indicator* (Automatic transaxle only) 7. Odometer/Tripmeter* 8. Fuel gauge * : if equipped * The actual cluster in the vehicle may differ from the illustration. For more details refer to the "Gauges"...
Page 105 Features of your vehicle OAM049095 OAM049031L OAM049032 D150100AAM-EU Gauges D150202AHM Instrument panel illumination Tachometer D150201AHM (if equipped) The tachometer indicates the approxi- Speedometer mate number of engine revolutions per When the vehicle’s parking lights or The speedometer indicates the forward minute (rpm).
Page 106 Features of your vehicle When the door is opened, or if the engine WARNING is not started within 1 minute, the tachometer pointer may move slightly in Never remove the radiator cap the ON position with the engine OFF. when the engine is hot. The engine This movement is normal and will not coolant is under pressure and affect the accuracy of the tachometer...
Page 107 Features of your vehicle WARNING - Fuel gauge Running out of fuel can expose vehicle occupants to danger. You must stop and obtain addition- al fuel as soon as possible after the warning light comes on or when the gauge indicator comes close to the E level.
Page 108 ON (do not start the engine). Any light that does not illuminate vidual trips selected since the last trip- should be checked by an authorized KIA meter reset. dealer. The meter's working range is from 0.0 to After starting the engine, check to make 999.9 km (0.0 to 999.9 miles).
Page 109 If this occurs, have your vehicle checked If both ABS and brake warning ignition switch to the ON position or start- by an authorized KIA dealer as soon as lights are on and stay on, your vehi- ed the engine, or if it comes on while possible.
Page 110 In this case, have your The blinking green arrows on the instru- warning light will blink for approximately vehicle checked by an authorized KIA ment panel show the direction indicated 6 seconds each time you turn the ignition dealer as soon as possible.
Page 111 In any damage could result. instance where the oil light stays on when the engine is running, the engine should be checked by an authorized KIA dealer before the vehicle is driven again. 4 39...
Page 112 KIA dealer. Have the vehicle towed to any author- ized KIA dealer for a brake system inspection and necessary repairs.
Page 113 If itor the tire pressure. Have the system the warning light illuminates while driv- checked by an authorized KIA dealer as ing, reduce vehicle speed immediately and stop the vehicle. soon as possible.
Page 114 3. If the belt is adjusted properly, a prob- door is not closed securely with the igni- lem exists somewhere in the electrical tion switch in any position. charging system. Have an authorized KIA dealer correct the problem as soon as possible.
Page 115 This warning light indicates the washer position, take your vehicle to the nearest fluid reservoir is near empty. Refill the authorized KIA dealer and have the sys- washer fluid as soon as possible. tem checked. Generally, your vehicle will continue to be drivable, but have the system checked by an authorized KIA dealer promptly.
Page 116 This could the ESC may have malfunctioned. Take result in loss of engine power. Have your vehicle to an authorized KIA dealer the Engine Control System inspect- and have the system checked. ed as soon as possible by an...
Page 117 Features of your vehicle D150325AAM Cruise SET indicator D150327AUN Cruise indicators (if equipped) Key reminder warning chime (if equipped) If the driver’s door is opened while the CRUISE indicator The indicator illuminates when the cruise CRUISE ignition key is left in the ignition switch function switch (SET - or RES +) is ON.
Page 118: Hazard Warning Flasher
Features of your vehicle REARVIEW CAMERA (IF EQUIPPED) HAZARD WARNING FLASHER WARNING • This system is a supplementary Rear view display function only. It is the responsi- bility of the driver to always check the inside/outside rearview mirror and the area behind the vehicle before and while backing up because there is a dead zone that can't see through the cam-...
Page 119 Features of your vehicle LIGHTING D190100APB Battery saver function • The purpose of this feature is to pre- vent the battery from being dis- charged. The system automatically turns off the exterior lights when the driver removes the ignition key and opens the driver-side door.
Page 120 Features of your vehicle OAM049042 OAM049044 OAM049043 D190402AHM D190500AUN To flash the headlights, pull the lever Headlight position ( High beam operation towards you. It will return to the normal (low beam) position when released. The When the light switch is in the headlight To turn on the high beam headlights, headlight switch does not need to be on position (2nd position), the head, tail,...
Page 121 Features of your vehicle To signal a lane change, move the turn signal lever slightly and hold it in position (B). The lever will return to the OFF posi- tion when released. If an indicator stays on and does not flash or if it flashes abnormally, one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out and will require replacement.
Page 122 Features of your vehicle D190900AUN-EU Daytime running light Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be help- ful in many different driving conditions, and it is especially helpful after dawn and before sunset.
Page 123: Wiper/Washer
Features of your vehicle WIPERS AND WASHERS A : Wiper speed control Windshield wiper/washer Rear window wiper/washer · MIST – Single wipe (if equipped) · OFF – Off · INT – Intermittent wipe · LO – Low wiper speed · HI – High wiper speed B : Intermittent wipe time adjustment C : Wash with brief wipes (front) D : Rear wiper/washer control...
Page 124 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE If there is heavy accumulation of snow or ice on the windshield, defrost the windshield for about 10 minutes, or until the snow and/or ice is removed before using the windshield wipers to ensure proper operation.
Page 125 Features of your vehicle CAUTION CAUTION To prevent possible damage to the • To prevent possible damage to washer pump, do not operate the the wipers or windshield, do not washer when the fluid reservoir is operate the wipers when the empty.
Page 126: Interior Light
Features of your vehicle INTERIOR LIGHT D210000AEN (2) DOOR ■ Type A The light will turn on as below if the but- CAUTION ton is pressed. Do not use the interior lights for The light will turn off if the button is extended periods when the engine pressed again.
Page 127 Features of your vehicle (2) DOOR ■ Type B The light comes on when any door (or tailgate) is opened regardless of the igni- tion switch position. When doors are unlocked by the transmitter or the key is removed from the ignition switch, the light comes on for approximately 30 sec- onds as long as any door is not opened.
Page 128 Features of your vehicle DEFROSTER D220000AUN D220101AEN Outside rearview mirror defroster (if equipped) CAUTION If your vehicle is equipped with the out- To prevent damage to the conduc- side rearview mirror defrosters, they will tors bonded to the inside surface of operate at the same time you turn on the the rear window, never use sharp rear window defroster.
Page 129: Climate Control System*
Features of your vehicle MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM 1. Fan speed control knob 2. Mode selection knob 3. Temperature control knob 4. Recirculated air position button 5. Rear window defroster button 6. Air conditioning button OAM049057 D230000AAM 4 57...
Page 130 Features of your vehicle D230100AEN Heating and air conditioning 1. Start the engine. 2. Set the mode to the desired position. For improving the effectiveness of heating and cooling; - Heating: - Cooling: 3. Set the temperature control to the desired position.
Page 131 Features of your vehicle MAX A/C-Level (B, D) Floor-Level (C, E, A, D) Air flow is directed toward the upper body Most of the air flow is directed to the and face. floor, with a small amount of the air being directed to the windshield and side win- In this mode, the air conditioning and the dow defrosters.
Page 132 Features of your vehicle OAM049059 OAM049062 OAM049063 Instrument panel vents D230102AAM-EU D230103AHM-U1 Temperature control Air intake control The outlet vents can be opened or closed separately using the thumbwheel. The temperature control knob allows you The air intake control is used to select to control the temperature of the air flow the outside (fresh) air position or recircu- Also, you can adjust the direction of air...
Page 133 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Recirculated air position WARNING With the recirculated air Prolonged operation of the heater in the position selected, air from recirculated air position (without air • Continued use of the climate con- the passenger compart- conditioning selected) may cause fog- trol system in the recirculated air ment will be drawn through...
Page 134 Features of your vehicle System operation D230501AUN Ventilation 1. Set the mode to the position. 2. Set the air intake control to the outside (fresh) air position. 3. Set the temperature control to the desired position. 4. Set the fan speed control to the desired speed.
Page 135 Air conditioning (if equipped) • To keep dust or unpleasant fumes from • When using the air conditioning sys- entering the vehicle through the venti- All KIA Air Conditioning Systems are tem, monitor the temperature gauge lation system, temporarily set the air filled...
Page 136 (fresh) air position is selected. If this hap- pens, have the climate control air filter replaced by an authorized KIA dealer.
Page 137 • When the air flow rate suddenly reduced. Overfilling also has a negative decreases, the system should be impact on the air conditioning system. checked at an authorized KIA dealer. Therefore, if abnormal operation is found, have the system inspected by an authorized KIA dealer.
Page 138: Windshield Defrosting And Defogging
Features of your vehicle WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING D250000AHM-U1 • For maximum defrosting, set the tem- perature control to the extreme right/hot position and the fan speed WARNING Windshield control to the highest speed. heating • If warm air to the floor is desired while Do not use the position defrosting or defogging, set the mode...
Page 139 Features of your vehicle D250300AHM Defogging logic To reduce the probability of fogging up the inside of the windshield, the air intake or air conditioning are controlled auto- matically according to certain conditions such as position. To cancel or return to the defogging logic, do the fol- lowing.
Page 140: Glove Box
Features of your vehicle STORAGE COMPARTMENT D270000AHM These compartments can be used to store small items. CAUTION • To avoid possible theft, do not leave valuables in the storage compartment. • Always keep the storage com- partment covers closed while driving.
Page 141: Multi Box*
Features of your vehicle OAM049071 OAM049074 D270400AAM D270500BUN-C1 Multi box (if equipped) Luggage box (if equipped) To open the box, push the lever up and You can place a first aid kit, a reflector tri- the cover will open. angle, tools, etc. in the box for easy access.
Page 142: Interior Features
“ready” position. • Putting lit cigarettes or matches If it is necessary to replace the cigarette in an ashtray with other com- lighter, use only a genuine KIA replace- bustible materials may cause a ment or its approved equivalent. fire.
Page 143 Features of your vehicle D280300AHM Cup holder WARNING Hot liquids • Do not place uncovered cups with hot liquid in the cup holder while the vehicle is in motion. If the hot liquid spills, you burn yourself. Such a burn to the driv- er could lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
Page 144 Features of your vehicle Front CAUTION • Use the power outlet only when the engine is running and remove the accessory plug after use. Using the accessory plug for pro- longed periods of time with the engine off could cause the bat- tery to discharge.
Page 145 CAUTION the cargo area to attach the luggage net. Do not hang heavy clothes, the If necessary, contact your authorized KIA hook may be damaged. dealer to obtain a luggage net. ❈ The actual feature may differ from the illustration.
Page 146 Features of your vehicle EXTERIOR FEATURES (Continued) CAUTION • The vehicle center of gravity will • When carrying cargo on the roof be higher when items are loaded rack, take the necessary precau- onto the roof rack. Avoid sudden tions to make sure the cargo does starts, braking, sharp turns, not damage the roof of the vehicle.
Page 147: Audio System
Features of your vehicle AUDIO SYSTEM CAUTION • Before entering a place with a low height clearance, be sure that the roof antenna is removed. • Be sure to remove the roof anten- na before washing the car in an automatic car wash or it may be damaged.
Page 148 Features of your vehicle CDP mode VOLUME ( ) (1) It will function as the TRACK UP/DOWN • Push up the lever to increase volume. button. • Push down the lever to decrease vol- ume. CDC mode It will function as the TRACK UP/DOWN SEEK/PRESET ( ) (2) button.
Page 149: Advanced Lighting Speaker*
Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE 1. ON : The light turns on. 2. MOOD : The light shade changes The lighting around the front speaker automatically at regular inter- may not illuminate when the sound of val. the audio is low. 3.
Page 150 Features of your vehicle FM reception AM(MW, LW) reception FM radio station JBM001 JBM002 JBM003 D300800AAM AM(MW, broadcasts FM broadcasts are transmitted at high How vehicle audio works received at greater distances than FM frequencies and do not bend to follow the broadcasts.
Page 151 Features of your vehicle Using a cellular phone or a two-way radio When a cellular phone is used inside the vehicle, noise may be produced from the audio equipment. This does not mean that something is wrong with the audio equipment.
Page 152 Features of your vehicle Care of discs • Keep CDs in their cases after use to protect them from scratches or dirt. • If the temperature inside the vehicle is • Depending on the type of CD-R/CD- too high, open the vehicle windows for RW CDs, certain CDs may not operate ventilation before using your vehicle normally according to manufacturing...
Page 153 Features of your vehicle RADIO, SET UP, VOLUME CONTROL (PA710/PA715 AMAB, USA) ❈ There will be no logo if the Bluetooth feature is not supported. 1. FM/AM Selection Button 2. CD/AUX Selection Button 3. Power ON/OFF Button & Volume Control Knob 4.
Page 154 Features of your vehicle ■ 1. FM/AM Selection Button PA710 AMAB is an internal AMP • When the [SEEK ] button is pressed, MODEL with Bluetooth feature. Turns to FM or AM mode, and toggles in it increases the band frequency by ➟...
Page 155 Features of your vehicle • Adjusting the Clock • SDVC (Sound Quality Control will operate in FM, AM, CD, AUX, USB, iPod and SAT Press the [SETUP] button. Use the vol- This function automatically adjusts the modes.) ume controller to adjust the clock in the volume level according to the speed of ➟...
Page 156 Features of your vehicle • BALANCE Control Rotate the knob clockwise to emphasize right speaker sound(left speaker sound will be attenuated). When the control knob is turned counter clockwise, left speaker sound will be emphasized(right speaker sound will be attenuated). 8.
Page 157 Features of your vehicle CD (PA710/PA715 AMAB, USA) ❈ There will be no logo if the Bluetooth feature is not supported. 1. CD Loading Slot 2. CD Eject Button 3. CD/AUX Selection Button 4. Automatic Track Selection Button 5. REPEAT Button 6.
Page 158 Features of your vehicle 1. CD Loading Slot 4. Automatic Track Selection 6. RANDOM Play Button Button Please face printed side upward and gen- Press this button for less than 0.8 second • Press [TRACK ] button for less than tly push in.
Page 159 Features of your vehicle ➟ ➟ • MP3/WMA : File Name Title Artist ➟ ➟ ➟ Album Folder Name Total File... (not displayed if the information is not available on the DISC.) 10. SEARCH Knob & ENTER Button Rotate the knob clockwise to display the songs after the currently played song.
Page 160 Features of your vehicle USING USB (PA710/PA715 AMAB, USA) ❈ There will be no logo if the Bluetooth feature is not supported. 1. USB Selection Button 2. TRACK Moving Button 3. REPEAT Selection Button 4. RANDOM Playback Button 5. SCAN Selection Button 6.
Page 161 Features of your vehicle 1. USB Selection Button 3. REPEAT Button 6. INFO Button If USB is connected, it switches to the Press this button for less than 0.8 second Displays the information of the currently ➟ USB mode from the other mode to play to activate 'RPT' mode and longer than played file in the order of File Name ➟...
Page 162 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) CAUTION IN USING • Depending on the condition of • If you dismount the external USB USB DEVICE the external USB device, the con- device during playback in USB • To use an external USB device, nected external USB device can mode, the external USB device can make sure the device is not...
Page 163 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) • If USB device is divided by logical • Please avoid using USB memory drives, only the music files on the products which can be used as highest-priority drive are recog- key chains or cellular phone nized by the car audio.
Page 164 Features of your vehicle iPod ® RUNNING (PA710/PA715 AMAB, USA) ❈ There will be no logo if the Bluetooth feature is not supported. 1. iPod ® Selection Button 2. TRACK Moving Button 3. REPEAT Selection Button 4. RANDOM Playback Button 5.
Page 165 Features of your vehicle ® 1. iPod Selection Button 4. RANDOM Playback Button 7. CATEGORY Selection Button If iPod is connected, it switches to the Press the button for less than 0.8 second Moves to the upper category from cur- iPod mode from the current mode to play to start or stop the random playback of rently played category of the iPod.
Page 166 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE FOR USING iPod ® (Continued) CAUTION IN USING • When the iPod cable is connected, DEVICE iPod ® DEVICE the system can be switched to the • Some iPod models might not sup- •...
Page 167 Features of your vehicle SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO(PA710/PA715 AMAB, USA) ❈ There will be no logo if the Bluetooth feature is not supported. 1. SATELLITE RADIO Selection Button 2. Channel Selection Button 3. SCAN Button 4. INFO Button 5. TUNE Knob and ENTER Button 6.
Page 168 ] but- Displays the information of the channel ton for less than 0.8 second to select currently played by in the order of Artist/ Your Kia vehicle is equipped with a 3 ➟ ➟ previous or next channel. Song title...
Page 169 Please consult with your category that currently tuned channel Kia dealership. belongs to. • On Category List Mode, press these 2. Acquiring Signal buttons to navigate category list.
Page 170 Features of your vehicle ■ ■ General Feature Voice Recognition Activation BLUETOOTH PHONE OPERATION • This system supports Bluetooth, a wire- • The voice recognition engine contained less system that allows you to make or in the Bluetooth System can be activat- receive calls without taking your hands ed in the following conditions: from the steering wheel and without...
Page 171 Features of your vehicle ■ • At any time if you say "help", the system Phone Setup 1. Press the button. will announce what commands are • Pairing phone 2. Say "Set Up". available. To use the hands-free system, you need 3.
Page 172 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE ■ • Changing Priority Phone Book The connection priority for registered • Adding Entry The system can recognize single digits phones can be changed. from zero to nine. Numbers that are ten Phone numbers and voice tags can be or greater are not recognized.
Page 173 Features of your vehicle ■ • Deleting name Making a phone call • Dialing by Number The registered names can be deleted. The system will make a phone call by • Calling by Name dialing the spoken numbers. The system dials the numbers corre- The system can recognize single digits sponding to the spoken names regis- 1.
Page 174 Features of your vehicle ■ ■ Receiving a phone call Talking on the phone When receiving a phone call, a ring tone When talking on the phone, the display is audible and the system changes into will differ depending on whether or not telephone mode.
Page 175: Features Of Your Vehicle
Features of your vehicle ■ Key matrix Class Connected Paired H/P Disconnected Incoming Call Outgoing Call 2nd Call Active Call Empty Normal mode BT SETUP menu 2nd call 2nd Call Not Paired Not Connecting Accept Call 1st Call:waiting 2nd Call:waiting SHORT 2nd Call:active 1st Call:active...
Page 176: Table Of Contents
Before driving / 5-3 Key positions / 5-4 Starting the engine / 5-6 Manual Transaxle / 5-7 Automatic transaxle / 5-10 Brake system / 5-16 Cruise control system / 5-26 Economical operation / 5-30 Special driving conditions / 5-32 Winter driving / 5-37 Trailer towing / 5-39 Driving your vehicle Vehicle load limit / 5-40...
Page 177: Driving Your Vehicle
KIA dealer. • Do not run the engine in an enclosed area.
Page 178: Before Driving
Driving your vehicle BEFORE DRIVING E020100AUN E020300AHM WARNING Before entering vehicle Before starting All passengers must be properly • Be sure that all windows, outside mir- • Close and lock all doors. belted whenever the vehicle is mov- ror(s), and outside lights are clean. •...
Page 179: Key Positions
Driving your vehicle KEY POSITIONS E030202AHM WARNING - Driving under ACC (Accessory) the influence of alcohol or The steering wheel is unlocked and elec- drugs trical accessories are operative. Drinking and driving is dangerous. ✽ ✽ NOTICE Drunk driving is the number one contributor to the highway death If difficulty is experienced turning the toll each year.
Page 180 Driving your vehicle E030204APB (Continued) START • Never reach for the ignition switch, Turn the ignition switch to the START or any other controls through the position to start the engine. The engine steering wheel while the vehicle is will crank until you release the key; then in motion.
Page 181: Starting The Engine
Driving your vehicle STARTING THE ENGINE E040000AUN E040100AUN CAUTION Starting the engine WARNING If the engine stalls while you are in 1. Make sure the parking brake is motion, do not attempt to move the Always wear appropriate shoes applied. shift lever to the P (Park) position.
Page 182 Driving your vehicle MANUAL TRANSAXLE (IF EQUIPPED) E050100BUN-C1 CAUTION Manual transaxle operation • When downshifting from fifth The manual transaxle has 5 forward gear to fourth gear, caution gears. should be taken not to inadver- This shift pattern is imprinted on the shift tently press the gear shift lever knob.
Page 183 Driving your vehicle • During cold weather, shifting may be E050101AUN WARNING difficult until the transaxle lubricant has Using the clutch warmed up. This is normal and not The clutch should be pressed all the way • Before leaving the driver’s seat, harmful to the transaxle.
Page 184 Driving your vehicle E050200AUN-C1 • Exercise extreme caution when driving WARNING Good driving practices on a slippery surface. Be especially careful when braking, accelerating or • Always buckle-up! In a collision, • Never take the vehicle out of gear and shifting gears.
Page 185 Driving your vehicle AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (IF EQUIPPED) E060100AAM-EU Automatic transaxle operation The automatic transaxle has 4 forward speeds and one reverse speed. The indi- vidual speeds are selected automatically, depending on the position of the shift lever. ✽ ✽ NOTICE The first few shifts on a new vehicle, if the battery has been disconnected, may be somewhat abrupt.
Page 186 Driving your vehicle For smooth operation, depress the brake E060101AAM CAUTION pedal when shifting from N (Neutral) to a Transaxle ranges forward or reverse gear. • To avoid damage your The indicator in the instrument cluster transaxle, do not accelerate the displays the shift lever position when the engine in R (Reverse) or any for- ignition switch is in the ON position.
Page 187 Driving your vehicle N (Neutral) 2 (Second Gear) CAUTION The wheels and transaxle are not Use 2 (Second Gear) for more power The transaxle may be damaged if engaged. The vehicle will roll freely even when climbing hills and for increased you shift into P (Park) while the on the slightest incline unless the parking braking when going down hills.
Page 188 (Reverse): transaxle. Should this occur, have the 1. Depress and hold the brake pedal. vehicle checked by an authorized KIA 2. Start the engine or turn the ignition dealer as soon as possible. switch to the ON position.
Page 189 Driving your vehicle E060103AHM E060200AAM • Always use the parking brake. Do not Ignition key interlock system Good driving practices depend on placing the transaxle in P (Park) to keep the vehicle from moving. The ignition key cannot be removed •...
Page 190 Driving your vehicle E060203AUN WARNING WARNING Moving up a steep grade from a stand- ing start • Always buckle-up! In a collision, If your vehicle becomes stuck in To move up a steep grade from a stand- an unbelted occupant is signifi- snow, mud, sand, etc., then you ing start, depress the brake pedal, shift cantly more likely to be seriously...
Page 191: Brake System
Driving your vehicle BRAKE SYSTEM E070100AHM E070101AUN WARNING Power brakes Brakes In the event of brake failure If service brakes fail to operate while the Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes • Do not drive with your foot rest- vehicle is in motion, you can make an that adjust automatically through normal ing on the brake pedal.
Page 192 Driving your vehicle E070102AHM E070106APB Disc brakes wear indicator Rear drum brakes (if equipped) When your brake pads are worn and new Your rear drum brakes do not have wear pads are required, you will hear a high- indicators. Therefore, have the rear brake pitched warning sound from your front linings inspected if you hear a rubbing brakes or rear brakes (if equipped).
Page 193 Driving your vehicle WARNING • To prevent unintentional move- ment when stopped and leaving the vehicle, do not use the shift lever instead of the parking brake. Set the parking brake AND make sure the shift lever is securely positioned in 1st (First) gear or R (Reverse) for manual transaxle equipped vehicles and (Park)
Page 194 Driving your vehicle E070300AHM-EC The ABS continuously senses the speed (Continued) Anti-lock brake system (ABS) of the wheels. If the wheels are going to The safety features of an ABS (or lock, the ABS system repeatedly modu- ESC) equipped vehicle should not lates the hydraulic brake pressure to the WARNING be tested by high speed driving or...
Page 195 • Always slow down when cornering. lem with the ABS. Contact an The anti-lock brake system cannot pre- CAUTION authorized KIA dealer as soon as vent accidents resulting from exces- • If the ABS warning light is on and possible.
Page 196 Driving your vehicle The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) WARNING system is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control Never drive too fast according to under adverse conditions. It is not a the road conditions or too quickly substitute for safe driving practices.
Page 197 Driving your vehicle E070501AUN-EU When operating E070502AUN-EU ESC operation ESC operation off When the ESC is in operation, ESC ON condition ESC indicator light blinks. ESC OFF state • When the ignition is turned • When the Electronic Stability • To cancel ESC operation, ON, ESC and ESC OFF indi- Control is operating properly, press the ESC OFF button...
Page 198 Driving your vehicle E070504AAM-EU ■ ESC indicator light CAUTION ESC OFF usage Driving with varying tire or wheel When driving sizes may cause the ESC system to • It’s a good idea to keep the ESC turned malfunction. When replacing tires, on for daily driving whenever possible.
Page 199 When you are moving when parking to avoid inadver- an authorized KIA dealer for assis- slowly enough for it to be safe to do so, tent movement of the vehicle tance.
Page 200 Driving your vehicle • If your vehicle is equipped with an • Under some conditions your parking automatic transaxle, don't let your vehi- brake can freeze in the engaged posi- cle creep forward. To avoid creeping tion. This is most likely to happen when forward, keep your foot firmly on the there is an accumulation of snow or ice brake pedal when the vehicle is...
Page 201 Driving your vehicle CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) ✽ ✽ NOTICE E090000AAM-EU (Continued) The cruise control system allows you to During normal cruise control operation, • Do not use the cruise control program the vehicle to maintain a con- when the SET switch is activated or when it may not be safe to keep stant speed without pressing the acceler- reactivated after applying the brakes,...
Page 202 Driving your vehicle OAM059010L OAM059012L OAM059011L E090100AUN-KM 3. Push the SET - switch, and release it E090200AAM-EU To set cruise control speed: at the desired speed. The SET indica- To increase cruise control set tor light in the instrument cluster will speed: 1.
Page 203 Driving your vehicle E090400AUN To temporarily accelerate with the cruise control on: If you want to speed up temporarily when the cruise control is on, depress the accelerator pedal. Increased speed will not interfere with cruise control operation or change the set speed. To return to the set speed, take your foot off the accelerator.
Page 204 Driving your vehicle Each of these actions will cancel cruise E090700AUN-KM control operation (the SET indicator light To turn cruise control off, do one in the instrument cluster will go off), but it of the following: will not turn the system off. If you wish to •...
Page 205: Economical Operation
Driving your vehicle ECONOMICAL OPERATION E100000AHM-EC • Don't "ride" the brake pedal. This can • Keep your vehicle in good condition. Your vehicle's fuel economy depends increase fuel consumption and also For better fuel economy and reduced mainly on your style of driving, where you increase wear on these components.
Page 206 Therefore, have an authorized KIA speed. loss of vehicle steering which dealer perform scheduled inspections could cause serious injury or and maintenance.
Page 207: Special Driving Conditions
Driving your vehicle SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS E110100AHM-EC • If stalled in snow, mud, or sand, use E170800AAM Hazardous driving conditions second gear. Accelerate slowly to Reducing the risk of a rollover avoid spinning the drive wheels. When hazardous driving conditions are This multi-purpose passenger vehicle is •...
Page 208 CAUTION cle with any tire/wheel combination • Avoid sharp turns or abrupt Prolonged rocking may cause not recommended by KIA for off maneuvers. engine overheating, transaxle dam- road driving, you should not use • In a rollover crash, an unbelted age or failure, and tire damage.
Page 209 Driving your vehicle WARNING - Spinning tires Do not spin the wheels, especially at speeds more than 56 km/h (35 mph). Spinning the wheels at high speeds when the vehicle is station- ary could cause a tire to overheat which could result in tire damage that may injure bystanders.
Page 210 Driving your vehicle • Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare • If your tires are not in good condition, from other driver's headlights. making a quick stop on wet pavement can cause a skid and possibly lead to • Keep your headlights clean and prop- an accident.
Page 211 Driving your vehicle Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil E110700AHM WARNING Highway driving High speed travel consumes more fuel than urban motoring. Do not forget to • Underinflated overinflated Tires check both the engine coolant and tires can cause poor handling, Adjust the tire inflation pressures to engine oil.
Page 212: Winter Driving
Driving your vehicle WINTER DRIVING E120100AUN-EC E120101AUN Snowy or icy conditions Snow tires If you mount snow tires on your vehicle, To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may make sure they are radial tires of the be necessary to use snow tires on your same size and load range as the original tires.
Page 213 7. The level of charge in your battery can are wet. If there is a risk the parking approved de-icer fluid or glycerine into be checked by an authorized KIA dealer brake may freeze, apply it only temporar- the key opening. If a lock is covered with or a service station.
Page 214: Trailer Towing
Driving your vehicle TRAILER TOWING E120900AHM E140000ABH Don't let ice and snow accumu- We do not recommend using this late underneath vehicle for trailer towing. Under some conditions, snow and ice can build up under the fenders and inter- fere with the steering. When driving in severe winter conditions where this may happen, you should periodically check underneath the vehicle to be sure the...
Page 215 Driving your vehicle VEHICLE LOAD LIMIT E150100AUN However, the seating capacity may Tire and loading information label be reduced based upon the weight of all of the occupants, and the weight The label located on the driver's door of the cargo being carried or towed. sill gives the original tire size, cold tire pressures recommended for your Do not overload the vehicle as there...
Page 216 Driving your vehicle E150105AUN-C1 Example 1 Example 2 Steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.'' on your vehicle's placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
Page 217 Driving your vehicle To find out the actual loads on your Example 3 front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle.Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the center- line.
Page 218 Driving your vehicle (Continued) WARNING WARNING - Loose cargo • Do not load your vehicle any • Overloading your vehicle can Items you carry inside your heavier than the GVWR, either cause heat buildup in your vehicle can strike and injure the maximum front or rear vehicle's tires and possible occupants in a sudden stop or...
Page 219: Vehicle Weight
Driving your vehicle VEHICLE WEIGHT E160000AUN E160300AUN E160700AUN-EU Cargo weight GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) This section will guide you in the proper This figure includes all weight added to This is the maximum allowable weight of loading of your vehicle and/or trailer, to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo the fully loaded vehicle (including all keep your loaded vehicle weight within its...
Page 220: What To Do In An Emergency
Road warning / 6-2 In case of an emergency while driving / 6-2 If the engine will not start / 6-3 Emergency starting / 6-4 If the engine overheats / 6-6 Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) / 6-7 If you have a flat tire / 6-12 Towing / 6-20 What to do in an emergency...
Page 221: In Case Of An Emergency While Driving
What to do in an emergency IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY ROAD WARNING WHILE DRIVING It should be used whenever emergency repairs are being made or when the vehi- F020100AUN-EU cle is stopped near the edge of a road- If the engine stalls at a crossroad way.
Page 222: If The Engine Will Not Start
4. If the engine still does not start, call an F020300AUN 4. Check the starter connections to be authorized KIA dealer or seek other If the engine stalls while driving sure they are securely tightened. qualified assistance.
Page 223: Emergency Starting
What to do in an emergency EMERGENCY STARTING F040100AHM-U1 Jumper Cables WARNING Jump starting - Battery • Keep all flames or sparks away Jump starting can be dangerous if done from the battery. The battery pro- incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm to duces hydrogen gas which may yourself or damage to your vehicle or explode if exposed to flame or...
Page 224 (for example, the engine not apparent, you should have your vehi- lifting bracket) away from the battery cle checked by an authorized KIA dealer. (4). Do not connect it to or near any part that moves when the engine is...
Page 225: If The Engine Overheats
Do not open the hood until the 5. If the water pump drive belt is broken as possible by an authorized KIA coolant has stopped running or the or engine coolant is leaking out, stop dealer.
Page 226 What to do in an emergency TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) (IF EQUIPPED) F060000AUN Please note that the TPMS is not a Each tire, including the spare (if pro- substitute for proper tire mainte- vided), should be checked monthly nance, and it is the driver’s responsi- when cold and inflated to the inflation bility to maintain correct tire pres- pressure recommended by the vehi-...
Page 227 What to do in an emergency F060100AHM CAUTION WARNING Low tire pressure tell- - Low pressure tale (if equipped) In winter or cold weather, the damage low tire pressure telltale may be Significantly low tire pressure illuminated if the tire pressure makes the vehicle unstable and When the tire pressure monitoring was adjusted to the recom-...
Page 228 Tire Pressure Monitoring telltale may turn on at the same time System (TPMS). as the TPMS malfunction indicator. Have the system checked by an authorized KIA dealer as soon as possible to determine the cause of the problem.
Page 229 System. The liquid sealant can If the low pressure and TPMS mal- KIA dealer as soon as possible or damage the tire pressure sen- function indicators do not turn off replace the flat tire with the tempo- sors.
Page 230 What to do in an emergency This device complies with WARNING TPMS Industry Canada Standard RSS- 210. • The TPMS cannot alert you to severe and sudden tire dam- Operation is subject to the following age caused by external fac- two conditions: tors such as nails or road 1.This device may not cause harmful...
Page 231 What to do in an emergency IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE F070101AAM WARNING Jacking instructions - Changing tires The jack is provided for emergency • Never attempt vehicle repairs tire changing only. in the traffic lanes of a public road or highway.
Page 232 What to do in an emergency (Continued) • The vehicle can easily roll off jack causing serious injury or death. No person should place any portion of their body under a vehicle that is supported only by a jack; use vehicle support stands. •...
Page 233 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 234 What to do in an emergency 9. Loosen the wheel nuts and remove them with your fingers. Slide the wheel off the studs and lay it flat so it cannot roll away. To put the wheel on the hub, pick up the spare tire, line up the holes with the studs and slide the wheel onto them.
Page 235 Then double-check each nut for tightness. After changing wheels, have an authorized KIA dealer tighten the wheel nuts to their proper torque as soon as possible. Wheel nut tightening torque:...
Page 236 Adjust it to the for thread style before installing specified pressure, if necessary. aftermarket lug nuts or wheels. Refer to “Tires and wheels” in If in doubt, consult an author- section 8. ized KIA dealer. 6 17...
Page 237 What to do in an emergency F070301AUN-EC When using a compact spare tire, WARNING Important - use of compact spare tire observe the following precautions: (if equipped) The compact spare tire is for • Under no circumstances should Your vehicle is equipped with a com- emergency use only.
Page 238 What to do in an emergency • Do not take this vehicle through an • The compact spare tire should not automatic car wash while the com- be used on any other wheels, nor pact spare tire is installed. should standard tires, snow tires, wheel covers or trim rings be used •...
Page 239 If emergency towing is necessary, we ment. Use wheel lift or flatbed recommend having it done by an author- equipment. ized KIA dealer or a commercial tow- truck service. Proper lifting and towing • Do not tow the vehicle backwards procedures are necessary to prevent with the front wheels on the damage to the vehicle.
Page 240 What to do in an emergency When towing your vehicle in an emer- gency without wheel dollies : 1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC posi- tion. 2. Place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral). 3. Release the parking brake. CAUTION Failure to place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral) may cause inter-...
Page 241 • To avoid damaging the hook, do not pull from the side or at a vertical angle. OAM069012L Always pull straight ahead. F080300AHM-EU Emergency towing If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by an authorized KIA dealer or a commercial tow truck service.
Page 242 Contact an authorized feet) long. Attach a white or red cloth brakes may overheat and brake per- KIA dealer or a commercial tow (about 30 cm (12 inches) wide) in the formance will be reduced. Stop often truck service for assistance.
Page 243 What to do in an emergency F080400AHM CAUTION - Automatic Tie-down hook transaxle (for flatbed towing, if equipped) • If the vehicle is being towed with all four wheels on the ground, it WARNING can be towed only from the front. Be sure that the transaxle is in Do not use the hooks under the neutral.
Page 244: Maintenance
Engine compartment / 7-2 Maintenance services / 7-4 Owner maintenance / 7-5 Maintenance schedule / 7-7 Explanation of scheduled maintenance items / 7-11 Engine oil / 7-14 Engine coolant / 7-15 Brake/clutch fluid / 7-18 Power steering fluid / 7-19 Automatic transaxle fluid / 7-20 Washer fluid / 7-22 Parking brake / 7-22...
Page 245: Fuse Box
Maintenance ENGINE COMPARTMENT ■ ■ 1.6L 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Air cleaner 5. Fuse box 6. Negative battery terminal 7. Positive battery terminal 8. Radiator cap 9. Engine oil dipstick 10.
Page 246 Maintenance ■ ■ 2.0L 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Air cleaner 5. Fuse box 6. Negative battery terminal 7. Positive battery terminal 8. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick* 9. Radiator cap 10. Engine oil dipstick 11.
Page 247: Maintenance Services
We recommend you have your vehicle maintained and repaired by an author- ized KIA dealer. An authorized KIA deal- er meets KIA’s high service quality stan- dards and receives technical support from KIA in order to provide you with a high level of service satisfaction.
Page 248: Owner Maintenance
G030101AHM inspections that should be performed by work When you stop for fuel: the owner or an authorized KIA dealer at • Performing maintenance work on • Check the engine oil level. the frequencies indicated to help ensure a vehicle can be dangerous. You •...
Page 249 Maintenance G030102AAM G030103AHM G030105AHM-C1 While operating your vehicle: At least monthly: At least once a year: • Note any changes in the sound of the • Check the coolant level in the engine • Clean the body and door drain holes. exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes coolant reservoir.
Page 250: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE G040100AAM-EC Engine control system MAINTENANCE Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first INTERVALS × 1,000 km MAINTENANCE # Months ITEM Engine oil & engine oil filter Drive belts (tension) Cooling system hoses & connections Engine coolant Fuel filter Fuel tank cap, lines, EVAP canister and hoses Fuel tank air filter (CCV filter)
Page 251 Maintenance Chassis and body MAINTENANCE Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first INTERVALS × 1,000 km MAINTENANCE # Months ITEM Air conditioner compressor operation & refrigerant amount* Climate control air filter* Replace every 16,000 km Exhaust pipes, heat shield & mountings Front suspension ball joints Brakes/clutch* fluid Front brake pads &...
Page 252 Maintenance Chassis and body (Continued) MAINTENANCE Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first INTERVALS × 1,000 km MAINTENANCE # Months ITEM Automatic transaxle fluid* Chassis & underbody bolts & nuts Tire condition & inflation pressure Wheel alignment Inspect when abnormal condition noted Tire rotation Rotate the tires every 12,000 km Steering operation &...
Page 253 Maintenance Chart symbols: I- Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary, correct, clean, refill, adjust or replace. R- Replace or change L- Lubricate. (1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual. (2) More frequent maintenance is required if driving under dusty conditions. (3) More frequent maintenance is required if the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions: a.
Page 254: Explanation Of Scheduled Maintenance Items
Fuel filters should be Inspect all drive belts for evidence of Inspect the surface of hoses for evidence installed by an authorized KIA dealer. cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil satu- of heat and/or mechanical damage. Hard ration and replace if necessary.
Page 255 G051500AUN Air cleaner filter Coolant Brake hoses and lines A Genuine KIA air cleaner filter is recom- The coolant should be changed at the Visually check for proper installation, mended when the filter is replaced. intervals specified in the maintenance chafing, cracks, deterioration and any schedule.
Page 256 Maintenance G051800APA G052200AUN G052400AUN Rear brake drums and linings Steering gear box, linkage & Drive shafts and boots (if equipped) boots/lower arm ball joint Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration, or damage. Check the rear brake drums and linings With the vehicle stopped and engine off, Replace any damaged parts and, if nec- for scoring, burning, leaking fluid, broken...
Page 257: Engine Oil
Maintenance ENGINE OIL 3. Turn the engine off and wait for a few minutes (about 5 minutes) for the oil to return to the oil pan. 4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and re-insert it fully. WARNING - Radiator hose Be very careful not to touch the radiator hose when checking or...
Page 258: Engine Coolant
Have engine oil and filter changed by an it cools down. Use extreme care coolant. The reservoir is filled at the fac- authorized KIA dealer according to the when removing the radiator cap. tory. Maintenance Schedule at the beginning...
Page 259 If the coolant level is low, add enough specified coolant to provide protection against freezing and corrosion. Bring the level to F, but do not overfill. If frequent additions are required, see an authorized KIA dealer for a cooling system inspec- tion.
Page 260 Coolant • Do not use radiator coolant or Have the coolant changed by an author- antifreeze in the washer fluid ized KIA dealer according to the reservoir. Maintenance Schedule at the beginning • Radiator coolant can severely of this section.
Page 261 KIA dealer. quality cannot be guaranteed. It around the reservoir cap thoroughly to should be disposed of properly.
Page 262 Check the connections for oil leaks, dam- vehicle should be inspected by an age and twists in the power steering authorized KIA dealer. hose before driving. CAUTION OAM079039N/OHM078006N • To avoid damage to the power...
Page 263 Maintenance AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING - Transaxle fluid The transaxle fluid level should be checked when the engine is at nor- mal operating temperature. This means that the engine, radiator, radiator hose and exhaust system etc., are very hot. Exercise great care not to burn yourself during this procedure.
Page 264 Have the automatic transaxle fluid transaxle fluid and distinguish it from changed by an authorized KIA dealer engine oil or antifreeze. The red dye, according to the Maintenance Schedule which is not an indicator of fluid quali- at the beginning of this section.
Page 265: Washer Fluid
If the stroke is more or windshield washer fluid. Serious less than specified, have the parking injury or death could occur. brake adjusted by an authorized KIA dealer. Stroke : 5~7 “clicks’’ at a force of 20 kg (44 lbs, 196 N).
Page 266 Filter replacement damage may result. It must be replaced when necessary, and • Use a KIA genuine part. Use of should not be washed. non-genuine parts could damage You can clean the filter when inspecting the air flow sensor.
Page 267: Wiper Blades
Maintenance WIPER BLADES Contamination of either the windshield or G180200AUN the wiper blades with foreign matter can Blade replacement reduce the effectiveness of the wind- When the wipers no longer clean ade- shield wipers. Common sources of con- quately, the blades may be worn or tamination are insects, tree sap, and hot cracked, and require replacement.
Page 268 Maintenance 1LDA5023 1JBA7037 1JBA7038 G180201AUN 2. Compress the clip and slide the blade 4. Install the blade assembly in the Front windshield wiper blade assembly downward. reverse order of removal. 1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the wiper 3. Lift it off the arm. blade assembly to expose the plastic locking clip.
Page 269 3. Make sure the blade assembly is installed firmly by trying to pull it slight- 4. Place back the wiper arm to the prop- er position. To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components, have an authorized KIA dealer replace the wiper blade.
Page 270 Maintenance BATTERY (Continued) WARNING - Battery dangers If any electrolyte gets into Always read the following your eyes, flush your eyes instructions carefully when with clean water for at least handling a battery. 15 minutes and get immedi- Keep lighted cigarettes and ate medical attention.
Page 271 Maintenance G190200AUN (Continued) WARNING Battery recharging - Recharging • When lifting a plastic-cased bat- battery Your vehicle has a maintenance-free, tery, excessive pressure on the When recharging battery, calcium-based battery. case may cause battery acid to observe the following precautions: •...
Page 272 Maintenance G190300AAM WARNING Reset items • Before performing maintenance Items should be reset after the battery or recharging the battery, turn off has been discharged or the battery has all accessories and stop the been disconnected. engine. • Sunroof (See section 4) •...
Page 273 If a recommended for your vehicle. tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by an author- G200200AUN-EU ized KIA dealer. Recommended cold tire inflation • Overinflation produces OUN086005 pressures...
Page 274 Maintenance G200300AUN CAUTION CAUTION - Tire pressure Checking tire inflation pressure • Warm tires normally exceed Always observe the following: Check your tires once a month or recommended cold tire pres- • Check tire pressure when the more. sures by 28 to 41 kPa (4 to 6 tires are cold.
Page 275 • Remember to check the pres- Refer to “Tire and wheels” in section sure of your spare tire. KIA recommends that you check the spare every time you check the pressure of the other tires on your vehicle.
Page 276 Maintenance Disc brake pads should be inspected G200500AUN Without a spare tire for wear whenever tires are rotated. Wheel alignment and tire balance The wheels on your vehicle were ✽ ✽ NOTICE aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life Rotate radial tires that have an and best overall performance.
Page 277 • Replace tires that are worn, • Wheels that do not meet KIA’s show uneven wear, or are specifications may fit poorly damaged. Worn tires can and result in damage to the...
Page 278 Maintenance G200601AUN G200700BHM-EC G200800AHM Compact spare tire replacement Wheel replacement Tire traction A compact spare tire has a shorter When replacing the metal wheels for Tire traction can be reduced if you tread life than a regular size tire. any reason, make sure the new drive on worn tires, tires that are Replace it when you can see the wheels are equivalent to the original...
Page 279 Maintenance G201002AHM 108 - Load Index, a numerical code 2. Tire size designation associated with the maximum A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire load the tire can carry. size designation. You will need this T - Speed Rating Symbol. See the information when selecting replace- speed rating chart in this section ment tires for your vehicle.
Page 280 Maintenance Tire speed ratings G201003AHM WARNING - Tire age 3. Checking tire life (TIN : Tire The chart below lists many of the dif- Identification Number) ferent speed ratings currently being Tires degrade over time, even Any tires that are over 6 years old, used for passenger car tires.
Page 281 Maintenance G201004AEN G201006AUN Tread wear 4. Tire ply composition and material 6. Maximum load rating The tread wear grade is a compara- The number of layers or plies of rub- This number indicates the maximum tive rating based on the wear rate of ber-coated fabric in the tire.
Page 282 Maintenance Traction - AA, A, B & C Temperature -A, B & C WARNING - Tire The traction grades, from highest to The temperature grades are A (the temperature lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those highest), B and C representing the grades represent the tire’s ability to tire’s resistance to the generation of The temperature grade for this...
Page 283 Maintenance G201100AAM-EC Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for Tire terminology and definitions air pressure in a tire, measured in air pressure. Air Pressure: The amount of air kilopascals (kPa) or pounds per Load Index: An assigned number inside the tire pressing outward on square inch (psi) before a tire has ranging from 1 to 279 that corre-...
Page 284 Maintenance Outward Facing Sidewall: The side Speed Rating: An alphanumeric Vehicle Maximum Load on the of a asymmetrical tire that has a par- code assigned to a tire indicating the Tire: Load on an individual tire due to ticular side that faces outward when maximum speed at which a tire can curb and accessory weight plus mounted on a vehicle.
Page 285 All season tires Snow tires Radial-ply tires If you equip your car with snow tires, KIA specifies all season tires on Radial-ply tires provide improved some models to provide good per- they should be the same size and tread life, road hazard resistance and...
Page 286 Avoid using Normal Blown the system involved and immediately CAUTION consult an authorized KIA dealer. Multi fuse Do not use a screwdriver or any Three kinds of fuses are used: blade type other metal object to remove fuses...
Page 287 5. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. If it fits loosely, consult an authorized KIA dealer. If you do not have a spare, use a fuse of...
Page 288 Maintenance ✽ ✽ NOTICE • If the memory fuse is pulled out from the fuse panel, the warning chime, audio, clock and interior lamps, etc., will not operate. Some items must be reset after replacement. Refer to “Battery” in this section. •...
Page 289 To remove or insert the fuse, If the multi fuse is blown, consult an use the fuse puller in the engine com- authorized KIA dealer. partment fuse panel. 4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips.
Page 290 Maintenance G210300AAM-EU Fuse/relay panel description Inside the fuse/relay panel covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity. Inner fuse panel ✽ ✽ NOTICE Engine compartment fuse panel Not all fuse panel descriptions in this manual may be applicable to your vehi- cle.
Page 291 Maintenance Inner fuse panel Description Fuse rating Protected component P/WDW LH Power Window Main Switch, Rear Power Window Switch LH P/WDW RH Power Window Main Switch, Passenger Power Window Switch, Rear Power Window Switch RH F/MIRROR Data Link Connector HAZARD LP Hazard Relay, Hazard Switch TAIL LH Rear Combination Lamp LH, Head Lamp LH, License Lamp...
Page 292 Maintenance Description Fuse rating Protected component ABS Control Module, ESC Control Module, ESC Switch, Steering Angle Sensor, E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Multipurpose Check Connector) IGN 1 Tire Pressure Monitoring Module, Multifunction Switch (Remocon), Audio AUDIO Audio POWER BCM, Instrument Cluster (IND.), A/C Control Module, Tire Pressure Monitoring Module, CONNECTOR MEMORY Door Warning Switch, Overhead Console Assembly (Map Lamp), Center Room Lamp, Luggage Lamp...
Page 293 Maintenance Engine compartment fuse panel Description Fuse rating Protected component I/P Junction Box (Relay - Tail Lamp, Fuse - TAIL LH 10A, TAIL RH 10A, S/ROOF 20A, STOP LP 15A, BATT 2 DR LOCK 20A, AMP 25A, T/GATE OPEN 15A, (FOG LP(FR)) 15A, (FOG LP(RR)) 10A, Power Connector - MEMORY 10A, AUDIO 15A) I/P Junction Box (Relay - Power Window, Fuse - P/WDW LH 25A, P/WDW RH 25A, F/MIRROR 10A, BATT 1...
Page 294 Maintenance Description Fuse rating Protected component INJECTOR Immobilizer Module, Idle Speed Control Actuator, Injetor #1~4, Canister Close Valve Camshaft Position Sensor, Oil Control Valve, Oxygen Sensor (Up/Down), Canister Purje Solenoid Valve, Stop Lamp Switch, A/Con Relay, C/Fan Relay (High/Low), Crankshaft Position Sensor (2.0L), SENSOR Camshaft Position Sensor (1.6L) A/CON...
Page 295: Appearance Care
Maintenance APPEARANCE CARE Exterior care G230102BUN CAUTION Finish maintenance G230101AUN Do not use strong soap, chemical Washing Exterior general caution detergents or hot water, and do not To help protect your vehicle’s finish from It is very important to follow the label wash the vehicle in direct sunlight rust and deterioration, wash it thoroughly directions when using any chemical...
Page 296 Maintenance Waxing G230103AUN Finish damage repair Wax the vehicle when water will no longer bead on the paint. Deep scratches or stone chips in the painted surface must be repaired Always wash and dry the vehicle before promptly. Exposed metal will quickly rust waxing.
Page 297 Maintenance G230105ASA G230106AAM WARNING Underbody maintenance Aluminum wheel maintenance Corrosive materials used for ice and The aluminum wheels are coated with a After washing the vehicle, test the snow removal and dust control may col- clear protective finish. brakes while driving slowly to see if lect on the underbody.
Page 298 Maintenance G230107AHM High-corrosion areas Moisture breeds corrosion Corrosion protection If you live in an area where your vehicle Moisture creates the conditions in which Protecting your vehicle from corrosion is regularly exposed to corrosive materi- corrosion is most likely to occur. For als, corrosion protection is particularly example, corrosion is accelerated by By using the most advanced design and...
Page 299 Maintenance To help prevent corrosion • When cleaning underneath the vehicle, Keep paint and trim in good condition give particular attention to the compo- You can help prevent corrosion from get- Scratches or chips in the finish should be nents under the fenders and other ting started by observing the following: covered with "touch-up"...
Page 300 Maintenance Interior care G230202AUN G230203AUN Cleaning the upholstery and interior Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt web- G230201AHM trim bing Interior general precautions Vinyl Clean the belt webbing with any mild Prevent caustic solutions such as per- soap solution recommended for cleaning Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl fume and cosmetic oil from contacting upholstery or carpet.
Page 301: Emission Control System
Emission Control inspected and maintained by an author- System is designed to prevent fuel ized KIA dealer in accordance with the vapors from escaping into the atmos- maintenance schedule in this manual. phere. (The ORVR system is designed to allow...
Page 302 Maintenance G270201AUN G270300AUN G270302AUN Canister 3. Exhaust emission control Engine exhaust gas precautions (carbon monoxide) Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel system tank are absorbed and stored in the • Carbon monoxide can be present with The Exhaust Emission Control System is onboard canister.
Page 303 • Never sit in a parked or stopped vehi- tem. All inspections and adjustments objects, such as grass, vegetation, cle for any extended time with the must be made by an authorized KIA paper, leaves, etc. engine running. dealer. • When the engine stalls or fails to start, •...
Page 304: Specifications & Consumer Information
Dimensions / 8-2 Bulb wattage / 8-2 Tires and wheels / 8-3 Recommended lubricants and capacities / 8-4 Vehicle identification number (VIN) / 8-6 Vehicle certification label / 8-6 Tire specification and pressure label / 8-7 Engine number / 8-7 Specifications &...
Page 305: Bulb Wattage
Specifications & Consumer information BULB WATTAGE DIMENSIONS I010000AAM-EU I030000AAM-EU Item mm (in) Light Bulb Wattage Overall length 4105 (161.6) Headlights (High/Low) 60/55 Overall width 1785 (70.3) Front turn signal lights Side turn signal lights Overall height * 1610 (63.4) / 1660 (65.4)* Front side marker lights / Position lights Front tread 1570 (61.8)*...
Page 306: Tires And Wheels
Specifications & Consumer information TIRES AND WHEELS I020000AAM-EU Cold tire inflation pressure kPa (psi) Tire Wheel lug nut torque High speed* Wheel size Item Normal speed/load* size kg•m (lb•ft, N•m) Maximum load Front Rear Front Rear P195/65R15 6.0J×15 Full size tire P205/55R16 6.5J×16 (33)
Page 307: Recommended Lubricants And Capacities
Specifications & Consumer information RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES I040000AAM-EC 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.
Page 308 Specifications & Consumer information I040100AAM-EU Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an When choosing an oil, consider the range Recommended SAE viscosity effect on fuel economy and cold weather of temperature your vehicle will be oper- operating (engine start and engine oil number ated in before the next oil change.
Page 309: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
Specifications & Consumer information VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL Frame Number VIN Label (if equipped) Compliance Label OUN086004 OUN088001 OVQ076002N VIN Bar Code (if equipped) The VIN is also on a plate attached to the H010000AAM top of the dashboard. The number on the The vehicle identification number (VIN) is plate can easily be seen through the the number used in registering your vehi-...
Page 310: Engine Number
Specifications & Consumer information ENGINE NUMBER TIRE SPECIFICATION AND PRESSURE LABEL ■ OAM089003 OUN086005 ■ H030000APB The tires supplied on your new vehicle are chosen to provide the best perform- ance for normal driving. The tire label located on the driver's side center pillar gives the tire pressures rec- ommended for your vehicle.
Page 311 Index...
Page 312: Table Of Contents
Index Air bag - advanced supplemental restraint system········3-33 Economical operation ····················································5-30 Air cleaner ·····································································7-23 Emergency starting ··························································6-4 Appearance care·····························································7-52 Emission control system················································7-58 Audio system ·································································4-75 Engine compartment ·················································2-4/7-2 Automatic transaxle ·······················································5-10 Engine coolant ·······························································7-15 Automatic transaxle fluid ··············································7-20 Engine number·································································8-7 Engine oil·······································································7-14 Explanation of scheduled maintenance items················7-11 Exterior feature ······························································4-74...
Page 313: Table Of Contents
Index If the engine will not start ···············································6-3 If you have a flat tire ·····················································6-12 Owner maintenance ·························································7-5 In case of an emergency while driving····························6-2 Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster ···················1-6 Instrument cluster ··························································4-32 Instrument panel overview ··············································2-3 Parking brake ·································································7-22 Interior features······························································4-70 Power steering fluid·······················································7-19 Interior light ···································································4-54...
Page 314 Index Tailgate···········································································4-12 Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ·······················6-7 Tire specification and pressure label ·······························8-7 Tires and wheels······················································7-30/8-3 Towing ···········································································6-20 Trailer towing ································································5-39 Vehicle break-in process··················································1-5 Vehicle certification label ················································8-6 Vehicle handling instructions···········································1-5 Vehicle identification number (VIN)·······························8-6 Vehicle load limit···························································5-40 Vehicle weight ·······························································5-44 Washer fluid···································································7-22 Windows ········································································4-14 Windshield defrosting and defogging····························4-66...

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