Page 1 Thank you for becoming the owner of a new Kia vehicle. As a global car manufacturer focused on building high-quality, value for money prices, Kia Motors is dedicated to providing you with a customer service experience that exceeds your expectations.
Page 2 Thank you for choosing a Kia vehicle. The information and specifications provided in this manual were accurate at the time of printing. Kia reserves the right to When you require service, remember that your KIA Dealer discontinue or change specifications or design at any time knows your vehicle best.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Introduction Your vehicle at a glance Knowing your vehicle Driving your vehicle Driving tips table of contents In case of an emergency Maintenance Specifications Index...
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction How to use this manual / 1-2 Vehicle break-in process / 1-2...
Page 5 Introduction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS We want to help you get the greatest You’ll find various WARNING’s, No special break-in period is needed. By possible driving pleasure from your vehi- CAUTION’s, and NOTICE’s in this manu- following a few simple precautions for the cle.
Page 6: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your vehicle at a glance Interior overview / 2-2 Instrument panel overview / 2-3 Engine compartment / 2-4...
Page 7: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your vehicle at a glance INTERIOR OVERVIEW 1. Door lock/unlock button.....3-10 2. Outside rearview mirror control switch* ..........3-71 3. Power window switches* ....3-14 4. Master power door lock control* ..3- 9 5. Master power window control lock*...3-16 6. Inside rearview mirror .......3-72 7.
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Your vehicle at a glance INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW 1. Driver’s air bag ........3-51 2. Light control / Turn signals ....4-31 3. Instrument cluster ......4-20 4. Wiper/Washer........4-35 5. Ignition switch........4- 2 6. Hazard..........4-38 7. Rear window defroster ......4-38 8. Climate control system......4-39 9.
Page 9 Your vehicle at a glance ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1. Engine coolant reservoir ....7-12 2. Engine oil filler cap......7-11 3. Brake fluid reservoir ......7-14 4. Air cleaner.........7-18 5. Fuse box ...........6- 6 6. Negative battery terminal ...6-4/7-21 7. Positive battery terminal .....6-4/7-21 8.
Page 10: Table Of Contents
Keys / 3-2 Remote keyless entry / 3-3 Theft-alarm system / 3-5 Immobilizer system / 3-7 Door locks / 3-9 Windows / 3-14 Knowing your vehicle Seat / 3-17 Safety belts / 3-28 Air bags-supplemental restraint system / 3-49 Trunk / 3-64 Hood / 3-66 Fuel filler lid / 3-67 Mirrors / 3-70...
Page 11: Knowing Your Vehicle
Used to start the engine, lock and CAUTION an authorized Kia dealer to duplicate the unlock the doors, and open the trunk keys easily. Remove the plate and store it Use only Kia original parts for the (if equipped).
Page 12: Remote Keyless Entry /
If you have a problem 4 seconds. with the transmitter, contact an author- After pressing this button, the ized Kia Dealer. doors will be locked automatically unless you open them within 30 ✽ ✽ NOTICE OJB040008N seconds.
Page 13 Kia dealer. This device complies with Industry For replacement transmitters, see an canada standard RSS-210. Authorized Kia Dealer for reprogram- Operation is subject to the following two ming. conditions: 1KMA2003 1. This device may not cause harmful ✽...
Page 14: Theft-Alarm System /
Knowing your vehicle THEFT-ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Armed stage Alarm stage When the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” The alarm will activate (horn will sound position, and key is not in the ignition, the and lights flash) when: system will be armed and the hazard •...
Page 15 Without immobilizer system: malfunction and should only be 1. Unlock and open the door with serviced by an authorized KIA deal- the key, which will cause the er. Malfunctions caused by improp- alarm to be activated.
Page 16: Immobilizer System /
Knowing your vehicle IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle is equipped with an elec- To activate the immobilizer sys- CAUTION tronic engine immobilizer system to tem: Do not put metal accessories near reduce the risk of unauthorized vehicle Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. the key or ignition key.
Page 17 After performing the limp home proce- expressly approved by the party immobilizer system to malfunction and dure, you have to see an authorized Kia responsible for compliance could should only be serviced by an author- dealer immediately to inspect and repair void the user's authority to operate ized Kia dealer.
Page 18: Door Locks /
Knowing your vehicle DOOR LOCKS • If your vehicle is equipped with a remote keyless entry system, all vehi- cle doors will unlock automatically when you unlock the front passenger’s door with a key (if equipped). Unlock • Doors can also be locked and Lock unlocked with the transmitter (if equipped).
Page 19 Knowing your vehicle • Front doors cannot be locked if the ignition key is in the ignition switch and door is open. • If you lock the front passenger’s door Unlock Lock with door lock button, all vehicle doors will lock automatically. WARNING - Door lock mal- function...
Page 20 Knowing your vehicle Impact sensing door unlock sys- CAUTION - Doors WARNING - Unlocked vehi- tem (if equipped) • The doors should always be fully cles All doors will be automatically unlocked closed and locked while the vehi- Leaving your vehicle unlocked can when the impact is delivered to impact cle is in motion to prevent acci- invite theft or possible harm to you...
Page 21 Knowing your vehicle 1. Open the rear door. 2. Push the child safety lock located on the rear edge of the door to the “lock” Lock Unlock position. When the child safety lock is in the “lock ( )” position, rear door will not open when the inner door han- dle is pulled inside the vehicle.
Page 22 Knowing your vehicle CAUTION - Rear hatch The rear hatch swings upward. Make sure no objects or people are near the rear of the vehicle when opening the rear hatch. WARNING Exhaust fumes If you drive with the rear hatch open, you will draw dangerous 1JBA3520 exhaust fumes into your vehicle...
Page 23: Windows /
Knowing your vehicle WINDOWS Power windows (if equipped) (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 24 Knowing your vehicle Power windows (if equipped) (Continued) Window opening and closing • Never try to operate the main switch The ignition switch must be in the ON The driver’s door has a master power on the driver's door and the individ- position for power windows to operate.
Page 25 Knowing your vehicle CAUTION - Windows • Always double-check to make sure all arms, hands, heads and other obstructions are safely out of the way before closing a win- dow. Serious injury could occur. • Do not allow children to play with the power windows.
Page 26 Knowing your vehicle SEAT Driver’s seat (1) Seat adjustment, forward / backward (2) Seatback recliner (3) Seat height adjustment (4) Seat heater switch* (5) Headrest adjustment Front passenger seat (6) Seat adjustment, forward / backward (7) Seatback recliner (8) Seat heater switch* (9) Headrest adjustment Rear seat (10) Split folding rear seat*...
Page 27 Knowing your vehicle WARNING WARNING - Loose objects - Driver’s seat Loose objects in the driver’s foot • Never attempt to adjust seat while area could interfere with the opera- the vehicle is moving. This could tion of the foot pedals, possibly result in loss of control, and an causing an accident.
Page 28 Knowing your vehicle WARNING - Driver respon- sibility for front seat pas- senger Driving or riding in a vehicle with a front seatback reclined could lead to serious or fatal injury in an acci- dent. If a front seat is reclined dur- ing an accident, the occupant’s hips may slide under the lap portion of the safety belt applying great force...
Page 29 Knowing your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE WARNING • The seat warmer may not operate if Passengers should use extreme ambient temperature is warm enough. caution when using seat warmers • If the seat warmer doesn't work when due to the possibility of excess the ambient temperature is below heating or burns.
Page 30 Knowing 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 31 Knowing your vehicle OJB020022 HNF2041-1 OJB026394 Armrest (if equipped) Removal Active headrest (if equipped) To remove the headrest, raise it as far as The active headrest is designed to move To use the armrest, pull it forward from it can go then press the release button forward and upward during a rear impact.
Page 32 Knowing your vehicle Rear seat Split folding rear seat (if equipped) The rear seatbacks fold forward to pro- vide additional cargo space and to pro- vide access to the cargo area. • To fold the rear seatback(s) down, pull the lock release lever, then fold the seatback forward and down.
Page 33 Knowing your vehicle (if equipped) 1JBA3027 1JBE3053 1JBA3215 ✽ ✽ NOTICE ✽ ✽ NOTICE - Damaging rear safe- - Rear safety belts ty buckles Routing the safety belt webbing through the rear safety belt guides will help keep When you fold the rear seatback or put the belts from being trapped behind or luggage on the rear seat cushion, insert under the seats.
Page 34 Knowing your vehicle CAUTION CAUTION • When returning the rear seat- • Make sure the engine is off, the backs to the upright position, transaxle is in P and the parking brake is applied whenever load- remember to return the rear ing or unloading cargo.
Page 35 Knowing 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 36 Knowing your vehicle WARNING Make sure the headrest locks in position after adjusting it to proper- ly protects the occupants. OJB020045 OJB020046 Adjusting the height up and down Removal (if equipped) (if equipped) To remove the headrest, raise it as far as To raise the headrest, pull it up to the it can go then press the release button desired position (1).
Page 37: Safety Belts /
Knowing your vehicle SAFETY BELTS CAUTION Both the driver's and front passen- ger's pre-tensioner seat belts will be activated in certain frontal colli- sions. The pre-tensioner seat belts can be activated, where the frontal collision is severe enough, together with the air bag. The pre-tensioners will be activated under these condi- tions even if there is no one on the seat at the time of the collision.
Page 38 • The safety belt must be adjusted while the vehicle is being driven, after they have been worn during to the correct position. please have an authorized Kia deal- a collision. er inspect the pre-tensioner and air • Do not attempt to replace the pre- bag system as soon as possible.
Page 39 Knowing your vehicle Safety belt restraint system We strongly recommend that the driver WARNING passengers properly - Child restraint restrained at all times by using the safety in front seat WARNING - Safety belts belts provided with the vehicle. Proper Never install a child restraint sys- To minimize the risk of serious or use of the safety belts decreases the risk...
Page 40 • Never swing the safety belt belt, have an authorized Kia dealer any collision. All belts, retractors, around your neck to fit over the service it immediately. Never drive anchors and hardware damaged inside shoulder.
Page 41 Knowing your vehicle (Continued) CAUTION WARNING - Safety belt • Never wear the shoulder portion Never close the doors on any part care of the safety belt across the neck of the lap or shoulder belt. It can • A damaged belt may not give you or face.
Page 42 Knowing your vehicle If the driver's lap/shoulder belt is not fas- tened when the key is turned ON or if it is disconnected after the key is turned ON, the safety belt warning chime will sound for approximately 6 seconds. (if equipped) If the driver’s lap/shoulder belt is not fas- tened within 30 seconds after the engine is started, the safety belt warning light...
Page 43 Knowing your vehicle 1JBH2263 1JBH2264 1JBA3036 3. Insert the tongue plate (1) into the 4. Position the lap portion (1) of the belt 5. Adjust the shoulder anchor position to open end of the buckle (2) until an across your lap as LOW ON THE HIPS your size.
Page 44 Knowing your vehicle WARNING • The height adjuster must be in the locked position when the vehicle is moving. • The misadjustment of height of the shoulder belt could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt in a crash. 4GQB0338 1JBH2263 To unfasten the front lap/shoulder Rear lap/shoulder belt...
Page 45 Knowing your vehicle 4 Door 1JBH2264 4GQB0338 1JBA3115 ✽ ✽ NOTICE To unfasten: 4. Position the lap portion (1) of the belt across your lap as LOW ON THE HIPS Press the release button on the buckle When returning the rear seatbacks to as possible to reduce the risk of sliding and allow the belt to slowly retract.
Page 46 Knowing your vehicle There will be an audible “click” when the tab locks in the buckle. The seat belt automatically adjusts to the proper length only after the lap belt is adjusted manu- ally so that it fits snugly around your hips, if you lean forward in a slow, easy motion, the belt will extend and let you move around.
Page 47 Knowing your vehicle 4 Door WARNING • When using the rear center belt, you must lock all tongue plates and buckles prior to use. If any tongue plate or buckle is not locked, it will increase the chance of injury or death in the event of collision.
Page 48 Knowing your vehicle Proper use and care of the safety belt system To ensure that the safety belts provide the maximum protection, please follow these instructions: • Use the belts at all times - even on short trips. • If the safety belt is twisted, straighten it prior to use.
Page 49 Knowing your vehicle Restraint of pregnant women Restraint of infants and small WARNING children Pregnant women should wear lap/shoul- Do not bleach or dye the webbing der belt assemblies whenever possible To increase their safety, infants and because this may weaken the web- according to specific recommendations young children...
Page 50 Knowing your vehicle Restraint of larger children WARNING WARNING - Children on - Infants and As children grow, they may need to use laps young children new child-restraint systems, including Never hold a child on your lap or in • Infants and young children are at larger child seats or booster seats, which your arms in a moving vehicle.
Page 51 Knowing your vehicle Child restraint system (Continued) For small children and babies, the use of • Since a safety belt or child a child seat or infant seat is strongly rec- restraint system can become very ommended and is required by law in hot if it is in a closed vehicle, be almost all states.
Page 52 It will not provide ade- Since all passenger safety belts move by your authorized Kia dealer. quate protection in an accident. freely under normal conditions and only • Failure to observe this manual's •...
Page 53 Knowing your vehicle Placing a passenger safety belt into the auto lock mode The use of the auto lock mode will ensure that the normal movement of the child in the vehicle does not cause the safety belt to be pulled out and loosen the firmness of its hold on the child restraint system.
Page 54 Knowing your vehicle "Click" MMSA3028 MMSA3029 MMSA3030 3. Pull the shoulder portion of the safety 4. Slowly allow the shoulder portion of 5. Remove as much slack from the belt belt all the way out. When the shoulder the safety belt to retract and listen for as possible by pushing down on the portion of the safety belt is fully an audible “clicking”...
Page 55 Knowing your vehicle 4 Door 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 56 Knowing your vehicle WARNING - Child restraint check Lower Anchor Check that the child restraint sys- Position Indicator tem is secured by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Incorrectly fitted child restraints may swing, twist, tip or come away causing death or injury.
Page 57 Knowing your vehicle Once you have installed the LATCH child WARNING restraint, assure that the seat is properly attached to the LATCH and tether When using the vehicle's "LATCH" anchors. Also, test the child restraint seat system to install a child restraint before you place the child in it.
Page 58: Air Bags-Supplemental Restraint System /
Knowing your vehicle AIR BAG - SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (1) Driver’s air bag (2) Front passenger’s air bag (3) Side air bag* (4) Curtain air bag* (5) SRS Control Module (6) Side impact sensor* (7) Front impact sensor * : if equipped 1JBC3511/OJB030055/1JBA3056/1JBA3057/1JBA3059/1JBA3060/1JBA3061/1JBA3062/1LDN2168 3 49...
Page 59 Knowing your vehicle What your air bag system does The importance of using Your vehicle’s Supplemental Restraint System Control Module is equipped safety belts Driver’s air bag and front passenger’s air with a recording device that may bag are designed to supplement the pro- There are four very important reasons to record the use or status of the safety tection offered by the safety belt in cer-...
Page 60 Have the vehicle towed to an authorized HLZ206 Kia dealer for inspection and nec- Driver’s air bag essary repairs. Your vehicle equipped...
Page 61: Passenger's Air Bag
Knowing your vehicle WARNING WARNING Steering wheel • The front seat passenger’s air bag is much larger than the steering • You must always sit as far back wheel air bag and inflates with from the steering wheel air bag as considerably more force.
Page 62 • Never allow children, pregnant 1JBA3057/1JBA3058 have the vehicle checked and women or weak persons to sit in repaired by an authorized Kia the front passenger seat. They dealer. Inform them that your may be seriously injured by the vehicle is equipped with side air...
Page 63 Curtain air bag (if equipped) air bag system. This should only Importantly, children should sit in be done by an authorized Kia Curtain air bags are located along both a proper child restraint system in dealer. sides of the roof rails above the front and the rear seat.
Page 64 Knowing your vehicle Why didn’t my air bag go off in a collision? (Inflation and non-inflation conditions of the air bag) There are many types of accidents in which one or more of the air bags would not be expected to provide additional protection.
Page 65 In the event of a colli- unexpected air bag deployment, sion, have the vehicle inspected which could result in severe per- by an authorized Kia dealer. sonal injury or death. • Your vehicle has been designed • If the installation location or...
Page 66 Knowing your vehicle Although the front air bags (driver’s and front passenger’s air bags) are designed to inflate only in frontal collision, it may inflate in any collision if front impact sen- sors detect a sufficient impact. Side air bags (side and/or curtain air bags) are designed to inflate only in side impact collision, it may inflate in any collision if side impact sensors detect a sufficient...
Page 67 Knowing your vehicle 1JBB3520 1JBA3516 1JBA3521 • Frontal air bags are not designed to • Front air bags may not inflate in side • In a slant or angled collision, the force inflate in rear collisions, because occu- impact collision, because occupants of impact may direct the occupants in a pants are moved backward by the move to the direction of the collision,...
Page 68 Knowing your vehicle 1JBA3517 1JBA3522 1JBA3518 • 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 proper protection to...
Page 69 Knowing your vehicle Air bag system operation • In order to help provide protection in a WARNING - severe collision, the air bags must Seated • Air bags only operate when the ignition inflate rapidly. The speed of air bag positioning switch is turned to the ON or START inflation is a consequence of the...
Page 70 Knowing your vehicle Noise and smoke WARNING Hot air bag When the air bags inflate, they make a parts loud noise and they leave smoke and When the air bags deploy, the air powder in the air inside of the vehicle. bag related parts in steering wheel This is normal.
Page 71 This tem as far away from the door must be done by an authorized Kia side as possible, and secure the dealer. child restraint system to be W7-147 •...
Page 72 (CMVSS) are attached to alert driver and passengers of potential risk of air bag system. steering wheel may result in seri- Note that these government warnings focus on the risk to children, Kia also wants you to be ous personal injury or death.
Page 73 Knowing your vehicle TRUNK (IF EQUIPPED) PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehi- cle, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm.
Page 74 Knowing your vehicle WARNING No one should be allowed to occu- py the trunk of the vehicle at any time. If the trunk is partially or total- ly latched and the person is unable to get out, severe injury or death could occur due to lack of ventila- tion, exhaust fumes and rapid heat build-up, or because of exposure to...
Page 75 Knowing your vehicle HOOD 1JBA3078 1JBA3080 1JBA3081 Opening the hood: 2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the 3. Lift the hood and hold it open with the hood slightly, pull the secondary latch support rod by inserting the free end of 1.
Page 76: Fuel Filler Lid /
Knowing your vehicle FUEL FILLER LID Closing the hood 4 Door CAUTION - Hood 1. Before closing the hood, check the fol- • Before closing the hood, make lowing: sure that all engine parts and • All filler caps in engine compartment tools have been removed from must be correctly installed.
Page 77 Knowing your vehicle (Continued) WARNING - Refueling • Before touching the fuel nozzle, If pressurized fuel sprays out, it can you should eliminate potentially cover your clothes or skin and thus dangerous static electricity dis- subject you to the risk of fire and charge by touching another metal burns.
Page 78 • If the fuel filler cap requires replace- cle, and immediately contact the • Do not use cellular phones while ment, use only a genuine Kia cap or manager of the gas station and refueling. Electric current and/or the equivalent specified for your vehi-...
Page 79: Mirrors /
Knowing your vehicle MIRRORS Outside rearview mirror CAUTION Be sure to adjust mirror angles before • The right outside rearview mirror driving. is convex. Objects seen in the Your vehicle is equipped with both left- mirror are closer than they hand and right-hand outside rearview appear.
Page 80 Knowing your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE • The mirrors stop moving when they reach the maximum adjusting angles, but the motor continues to operate while the switch is depressed. Do not depress the switch longer than neces- sary, the motor may be damaged. •...
Page 81: Inside Rearview Mirror
Knowing your vehicle Outside rearview mirror heater Inside rearview mirror Day/Night lever (if equipped) Adjust the rearview mirror to center on The outside rearview mirror heater is the view through the rear window. Make automatically turned on when the rear this adjustment before you start driving.
Page 82: Interior Lights /
Knowing your vehicle INTERIOR LIGHTS OJB029091 1JBA3091 OAM049053 Type B Map light (if equipped) Dome light (if equipped) (1) Map light Type A (1) OFF : The lights are turned ON or OFF by The lights are turned ON or OFF by : The light stays off even when a door pressing the corresponding switch.
Page 83: Storage Compartment /
Knowing your vehicle STORAGE COMPARTMENT ✽ ✽ NOTICE ✽ ✽ NOTICE WARNING - Flammable Do not use the interior lights for extend- • To avoid possible theft, do not leave materials ed periods when engine is not running. valuables in the storage compartment. Do not store cigarette lighters, It may cause battery discharge.
Page 84 Knowing your vehicle 1JBA3099 1JBA3095 OJB028096 Sunglass holder (if equipped) Multi box (if equipped) Glove box To open the cover located above the cig- To open the glove box, pull the handle (1) A sunglass storage compartment is pro- arette lighter/power outlet, push the but- and the glove box will automatically open vided on the overhead console.
Page 85: Interior Features /
Knowing your vehicle INTERIOR FEATURES ✽ ✽ NOTICE WARNING - Hot liquids Make sure the sunglass holder is closed • Do not place uncovered cups of while driving. hot liquid in the cup holder while the vehicle is in motion. If the hot CAUTION liquid spills, you could be burned.
Page 86: Power Socket
Knowing your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE • Use the power outlet when the engine is running, and remove a plug from the power outlet after using the elec- tric appliance. Using the power outlet excessively or while the engine is not running or leaving appliances plugged into the power outlet when not in use will cause battery discharge...
Page 87 Knowing your vehicle • HOUR: Pressing the “H” button with your fin- ger, a pencil or similar object will advance the time displayed by one hour. • MINUTE: Pressing the “M” button with your fin- ger, a pencil or similar object will advance the time displayed by one minute.
Page 88: Sunroof /
Knowing your vehicle SUNROOF (IF EQUIPPED) Sliding the sunroof Tilting the sunroof Autoslide open Autotilt open To use the autoslide feature, momentari- To use the autotilt feature, momentarily ly (less than 0.4 second) press the (less than 0.4 second) press the TILT UP SLIDE OPEN button on the overhead button on the overhead console.
Page 89 Knowing your vehicle Resetting the sunroof WARNING - Sunroof Whenever the vehicle battery is discon- • Be careful that no heads, hands nected or discharged, you have to reset and body parts are not obstruct- your sunroof system as follows: ed by a closing sunroof.
Page 90: Luggage Net /
Knowing your vehicle LUGGAGE NET (IF EQUIPPED) FLOOR MAT ANCHOR(S) (IF EQUIPPED) ✽ ✽ NOTICE 4 Door Do not put fragile, bulky or an excessive quantity of items into luggage net. They could be damaged. WARNING To avoid eye injury, DO NOT over- stretch the netting.
Page 91: Antenna /
• Before entering a place with a low ✽ ✽ NOTICE with pedal operation, KIA recom- height clearance or a car wash, mends that only the KIA floormat When using a portable audio device remove the antenna by rotating it designed for use in your vehicle be connected to the power outlet, noise may counter-clockwise.
Page 92: Audio Remote Control /
Knowing your vehicle AUDIO REMOTE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) 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)
Page 93: Audio System /
Knowing your vehicle AUDIO SYSTEM - HOW CAR AUDIO WORKS ✽ ✽ NOTICE FM reception AM reception If you install an aftermarket HID head lamp, your vehicle’s audio and electron- ic device may malfunction. JBM001 JBM002 AM and FM radio signals are broadcast This is because AM radio waves are from transmitter towers located around transmitted at low frequencies.
Page 94 Knowing your vehicle FM radio station JBM003 JBM004 JBM005 FM broadcasts are transmitted at high • Fading - As your car moves away from • Station Swapping - As a FM signal frequencies and do not bend to follow the the radio station, the signal will weaken weakens, another more powerful sig- earth's surface.
Page 95 Knowing your vehicle Satellite radio reception • If you are driving on a mountain road Using a cellular phone or a two- where is blocked by mountains. way radio You may experience problems in receiv- ing SIRIUS satellite radio signals in the When a cellular phone is used inside the following situations.
Page 96 Knowing your vehicle • Keep CDs in their cases after use to Care of disc (if equipped) protect them from scratches or dirt. • If the temperature inside the car is too • Depending on the type of CD-R/CD- high, open the car windows for ventila- RW CDs, certain CDs may not operate tion before using your car audio.
Page 97 Knowing your vehicle SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO INFORMATION (IF EQUIPPED) ✽ ✽ NOTICE Satellite radio channels: SIRIUS Satellite Radio service: Satellite Radio requires SIRIUS ® com- SIRIUS Satellite Radio has over 130 chan- SIRIUS Satellite Radio is a subscription- patible receiver and a subscription serv- nels, including 69 channels of 100% com- based satellite radio service that broad- ice fee after trial period.
Page 98 Knowing your vehicle RADIO, SET UP, VOLUME, AUDIO CONTROL(PA910L, SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO MODEL) (IF EQUIPPED) 1. FM/AM Selection Button 2. Automatic Channel Selection Button 3. Power ON/OFF Button & Volume Control Knob 4. Preset Button 5. Manual Channel Selection & Sound Quality Control Knob 6.
Page 99 Knowing your vehicle 1. FM/AM Selection Button 4. Preset Button TREBLE Control To increase the TREBLE, rotate the knob Turns to FM or AM mode, and toggles in Push [1]~[6] buttons less than 0.8 sec- ond to play the channel saved in each clockwise, while decrease...
Page 100 Knowing your vehicle 6. SETUP Button Press this button to access the SIRIUS option, TEXT SCROLL, and adjustment mode. If no action is taken for 5 seconds after pressing the button, it will return to the play mode.(After entering SETUP mode, move between items using the left, right and PUSH functions of the [TUNE] button.) The setup item changes from TEXT...
Page 101 Knowing your vehicle CDP, AUX(PA910L, SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO MODEL) (IF EQUIPPED) 1. CD Loading Slot 2. CD Eject Button 3. CD Selection Button 4. AUX Selection Button 5. Automatic Track Selection Button 6. RANDOM Play Button 7. REPEAT Button 8. SEARCH Knob & ENTER Button 9.
Page 102 Knowing your vehicle 1. CD Loading Slot 5. Automatic Track Selection 7. REPEAT Button Button Please face printed side upward and gen- Press this button for less than 0.8 second tly push in. When the ignition switch is on to activate ‘RPT’ mode and more than 0.8 •...
Page 103 Knowing your vehicle 10. INFO Button (Continued) CAUTION IN USING Displays the information of the current • An encoded MP3 PLAYER is not USB DEVICE CD TRACK(FILE) as indicated below recognizable. • To use an external USB device, when the button is pressed each time. •...
Page 104 Knowing your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) (Continued) • If you disconnect the external • If you use devices such as a USB • The data in the USB memory may USB device during playback in hub you purchased separately, be lost while using this AUDIO. It USB mode, the external USB the vehicle’s audio system may is recommeded to back up impor-...
Page 105 Knowing your vehicle USING USB(PA910L, SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO MODEL) (IF EQUIPPED) 1. USB Selection Button 2. TRACK Moving Button 3. RANDOM Playback Button 4. REPEAT Button 5. SEARCH Knob & ENTER Button 6. FOLDER Moving Button 7. INFO Selection Button 8.
Page 106 Knowing your vehicle 1. USB Selection Button 3. RANDOM Playback Button 6. FOLDER Moving Button If USB is connected, it switches to the Press this button for less than 0.8 second • Press [FOLDER ] to access the first USB mode from the other mode to play to activate 'RDM' mode and more than sub folder of the current folder and play the song files stored in the USB.
Page 107 Knowing your vehicle ® iPod RUNNING (PA910L, SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO MODEL) (IF EQUIPPED) 1. iPod Selection Button 2. TRACK Moving Button 3. RANDOM Playback Button 4. REPEAT Button 5. CATEGORY Selection Button 6. SEARCH Knob & ENTER Button 7. INFO Selection Button iPod ®...
Page 108 Knowing your vehicle In case the iPod exclusive cable is con- 3. RANDOM Playback Button 6. SEARCH Knob & ENTER nected to the multiple terminal inside the Button Press the button for less than 0.8 second console on the right hand side of the dri- to activate or deactivate the random play- When you turn the button clockwise, it ver's seat.
Page 109 Knowing 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- • You need the power cable exclu- AUX mode even without the iPod port the communication protocol sive for an iPod in order to oper-...
Page 110 Knowing your vehicle SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO(PA910L, SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO MODEL) (IF EQUIPPED) 1. SATELLITE RADIO Selection Button 2. Channel Selection Button 3. Preset Selection Button 4. TUNE Knob and ENTER Button 5. CAT/FOLDER Button 6. INFO Selection Button 7. SETUP Button 8.
Page 111: How To Use Sirius Satellite Radio
Knowing your vehicle How to Use SIRIUS Satellite 2. Channel Selection Button 5. CAT/FOLDER Button Radio • Press [TRACK ] or [SEEK ] but- • Press [CAT ] or [FOLDER ] button ton for less than 0.8 second to select to enter the Category List Mode, it dis- Your vehicle is equipped with a 3 month previous or next channel.
Page 112 If no action is taken for 5 seconds after unplugged. Please consult with your pressing the button, it will return to the pre- Kia dealership. vious radio mode.(After entering SETUP mode, move between items using the 2. Acquiring Signal...
Page 113: Driving Your Vehicle
Ignition switch / 4-2 Starting the engine / 4-3 Manual transaxle / 4-4 Automatic transaxle / 4-6 Brake system / 4-9 Cruise control system / 4-14 Steering wheel / 4-18 Instrument cluster / 4-20 Driving your vehicle Gauges / 4-21 Warnings and indicators / 4-25 Lighting / 4-31 Wipers and washers / 4-35...
Page 114: Ignition Switch
Driving your vehicle IGNITION SWITCH Ignition switch position START LOCK Turn the ignition key to the START posi- tion to start the engine. The engine will The steering wheel locks to protect crank until you release the key; then it against theft.
Page 115: Starting The Engine
Driving your vehicle STARTING THE ENGINE Whether the engine is cold or warm, it CAUTION WARNING should be started without depressing - Ignition key Always wear appropriate shoes when the accelerator. • Never turn the ignition switch to operating your vehicle. Unsuitable LOCK or ACC while the vehicle is shoes (high heels, ski boots,etc.) may CAUTION -...
Page 116: Shift Lever
Driving your vehicle MANUAL TRANSAXLE (IF EQUIPPED) Manual transaxle operation The manual transaxle has five forward gears. Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, then release it slowly. The gearshift lever must be returned to the neutral position before shifting into R (Reverse).
Page 117 Driving your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Downshifting When you must slow down in heavy traf- To avoid premature clutch wear and fic or while driving up steep hills, down- damage, do not drive with your foot shift before the engine starts to labor. resting on the clutch pedal.
Page 118 Driving your vehicle AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (IF EQUIPPED) Automatic transaxle operation All normal forward driving is done with the shift lever in the D (Drive) position. To move the shift lever from the P (Park) position, the brake pedal must be depressed and the lock release button must be pressed.
Page 119: Transaxle Ranges
Driving your vehicle (Continued) N (Neutral) (Continued) • Do not shift from N (Neutral) or P With the gearshift in the N position, the • Before leaving the driver’s seat, (Park) into D (Drive), or R (Reverse) wheels and transaxle are not locked. The always make sure the shift lever when the engine is above idle speed.
Page 120: O/D System
Driving your vehicle 2 (Second Gear) O/D OFF Indicator ( Use 2 (Second Gear) for more power This indicator light illuminates in the when climbing hills and for increased instrument panel when the O/D mode is braking when going down hills. This posi- cancelled.
Page 121: Brake System
Driving your vehicle BRAKE SYSTEM Shift lock system Power brakes WARNING - Parking brake For your safety, the Automatic Transaxle Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes Pulling the parking brake while the has a shift lock system which prevents that adjust automatically through normal vehicle is moving at normal speeds shifting the transaxle out of P (Park) usage.
Page 122 Driving your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE (Continued) To avoid costly brake repairs, do not • Wet brakes may result in the vehi- continue to drive with worn brake pads. cle not slowing down at the usual rate and pulling to one side when the brakes are applied.
Page 123 Driving your vehicle WARNING - Parking brake • To prevent unintentional move- ment when stopped and leaving the vehicle, do not use the gearshift lever in place of the parking brake. Set the parking brake make sure gearshift lever is securely posi- tioned in 1st (First) gear or R (Reverse) for manual transaxle equipped vehicles and in P (Park)
Page 124 Driving your vehicle Parking on curbed streets Anti-lock brake system (ABS) The ABS continuously senses the speed of the wheels. If the wheels are going to (if equipped) • When parking your vehicle on an uphill lock, the ABS repeatedly modulates the grade, park as close to the curb as hydraulic brake pressure to the wheels.
Page 125 • Restart the engine. If the ABS warn- ing light is off, then your ABS is nor- mal. Otherwise, you may have a prob- lem with the ABS. Contact an author- ized Kia dealer as soon as possible. W-78 ✽ ✽ NOTICE ✽ ✽ NOTICE •...
Page 126 Driving your vehicle CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The cruise control system allows you to (Continued) program the vehicle to maintain a con- • Pay particular attention to the stant speed without resting your foot on driving conditions whenever the accelerator pedal. using the cruise control system.
Page 127 Driving your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE On steeper hills, with a Manual Transaxle, the cruise control may be unable to maintain the set speed. The driver should downshift as necessary. Press the "RES/+" button to resume the cruise control at the set speed in the new gear.
Page 128 Driving your vehicle 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 129 Driving your vehicle Each of these actions will cancel cruise To turn cruise control off, do one control operation (the SET indicator light of the following: in the instrument cluster will go off), but it • Push the CRUISE ON-OFF button (the will not turn the system off.
Page 130: Steering Wheel
RPM by depressing the accelerator until ing checked by an authorized Kia dealer. ment panel warning lights and gauges. the RPM reaches 1,500 rpm then release or let the engine idle for two or three ✽...
Page 131 Driving your vehicle CAUTION - Horn • To sound the horn, press the area indicated by the horn symbol on your steering wheel (see illustra- tion). The horn will operate only when this area is pressed. • Do not strike the horn severely to operate it, or hit it with your fist.
Page 132: Instrument Cluster
Driving your vehicle INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ■ ■ Type A 1. Tachometer 2. Turn signal indicators 3. Speedometer 4. Engine temperature warning light 5. Warning and indicator lights 6. Odometer / Tripmeter ■ ■ 7. Shift position indicator Type B (Automatic transaxle only) 8.
Page 133 Driving your vehicle GAUGES Speedometer Fuel gauge ■ Type A The speedometer indicates the forward The fuel gauge indicates the approxi- speed of the vehicle. mate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Fuel tank capacity - 45 liters Tachometer (11.9 gallons) The tachometer indicates the approxi-...
Page 134 Driving your vehicle ■ Type A OJB040036C OJB049009 Mode Trip computer (if equipped) Press the TRIP button for less than 1 sec- The trip computer is a microcomputer- ond to select each function as follows : controlled driver information system that OJB049009/OJB040037 displays information related to driving, AMBIENT TEMPERATURE...
Page 135 Driving your vehicle OJB040038 OJB040039 OJB040040C Ambient temperature Tripmeter Instant fuel consumption This mode indicates the current ambient This mode indicates the total distance This mode calculates the instant fuel temperature. The meter’s working range - traveled since the last tripmeter reset. consumption every 2 seconds from the 40°F to 176°F.
Page 136 Driving your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE • If the vehicle is not on level ground or the battery power has been interrupt- ed, the “DISTANCE TO EMPTY” function may not operate correctly. The trip computer may not register additional fuel if less than 6 liters of fuel are added to the vehicle.
Page 137: Instrument Panel Illumination*
All warning lights are checked by turning the ignition switch ON (do not start the engine). Any light that does not illuminate should be checked by an authorized Kia dealer. After starting the engine, check to make sure that all warning lights are off. If any are still on, this indicates a situation that needs attention.
Page 138 Have the ✽ ✽ NOTICE adding oil or if oil is not available, call an vehicle checked by an authorized Kia authorized Kia dealer. If the red engine temperature warning dealer as soon as possible.
Page 139 Have an authorized will blink for 6 seconds. This cycle will Kia dealer correct the problem as soon This indicator comes on when the O/D repeat 11 times with an interval of 24 as possible.
Page 140 Low fuel level for approximately 6 seconds each time the brakes do not operate properly. Have it towed to any authorized Kia warning you turn the ignition switch to the ON position. dealer for a brake system inspection and necessary repairs.
Page 141 OFF mode by pressing the have the system checked by an author- potential catalytic converter dam- TRIP button. ized Kia dealer as soon as possible. age is possible which could result • When the instant fuel consumption in loss of engine power. Have the...
Page 142 Driving your vehicle Cruise SET indicator Manual transaxle shift ECOMINDER WARNING indicator (if equipped) Don't keep watching the “ECO” ECOMINDER indicator while driv- This indicator informs you which gear is The indicator illuminates when the cruise ing. It may distract you while driv- desired while driving to save fuel.
Page 143 Driving your vehicle LIGHTING Safety belt warning chime Battery saver function (if equipped) (if equipped) • The purpose of this feature is to pre- If the driver's seat belt is not fastened vent the battery from being dis- when the ignition key is turned “ON” or if charged.
Page 144 Driving your vehicle OSA049091 OSA049092 OSA049093 High - beam operation Parking light position ( Headlight position ( When the light switch is in the parking When the light switch is in the headlight To turn on the high beam headlights, light position (1st position), the tail, posi- position (2nd position) the head, tail, push the lever away from you.
Page 145 Driving your vehicle Lane change signals (B) To signal a lane change, move the turn signal lever slightly and hold it in position. The lever will return to the OFF position 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 146: Front Fog Light*
Driving your vehicle Daytime running light (if equipped) Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving condi- tions, and it is especially helpful after dawn and before sunset.
Page 147: Wiper/Washer
Driving your vehicle WIPERS AND WASHERS A : Wiper speed control Windshield wiper/washer · MIST – Single wipe · OFF – Off · INT – Intermittent wipe · LO – Low wiper speed · HI – High wiper speed B : Intermittent wipe time adjustment C : Wash with brief wipes D : Rear wiper/washer control OMC048902N...
Page 148 Driving your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Before using the windshield wipers when there is a heavy accumulation of snow or ice on the windshield, defrost the windshield for about 10 minutes, or until the snow or ice is removed. This will help ensure proper windshield wiper operation and will prevent dam- age to the wiper blades, wiper linkage,...
Page 149 Driving your vehicle If the washer does not work, check the washer fluid level. If the fluid level is not sufficient, you will need to add appropri- ate non-abrasive windshield washer fluid to the washer reservoir. The reservoir filler neck is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side.
Page 150: Hazard
Driving your vehicle DEFROSTER HAZARD WARNING FLASHER (Continued) • If you want to defrost and defog on front windshield, refer “Windshield Defrosting Defogging” in this section. To activate the rear window defroster, press the rear window defroster button located in the center console switch panel.
Page 151: Climate Control System
Driving your vehicle CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Temperature control knob 2. Air conditioning button (if equipped) 3. Air intake control button 4. Mode selection knob 5. Fan speed control knob OJB040200L 4 39...
Page 152 Driving your vehicle OJB040201L OJB040202L OJB040203L Fan speed control knob Temperature control knob Mode selection knob Four (4) adjustable fan speeds are pro- The temperature control knob allows you The mode selection knob controls the vided which increase as the number to control the temperature of the air flow- direction of the air flow through the venti- increases.
Page 153 Driving your vehicle MAX/ A/C position (if equipped) When you select the MAX A/C mode while the fan is on, the following system settings will be made automatically; • the air conditioning system will be turned on. • the recirculated air position will be selected.
Page 154 Driving your vehicle Face - floor position Floor - defrost position Air flow is directed towards Most of the air flow is direct- the face and the floor. The air ed to the floor and the wind- to the floor is warmer than shield with a small amount the air to the face (except directed to the side window...
Page 155 Driving your vehicle Outside (fresh) air position WARNING The indicator light on the but- ton is not illuminated when • Continued climate control system the outside (fresh) air posi- operation in the recirculated air tion is selected. position may allow humidity to increase inside vehicle which With the outside (fresh) air may fog the glass and obscure...
Page 156 Air conditioning (if equipped) heating. Continue to use the blower Push the A/C button to turn the air condi- All Kia Air Conditioning Systems are fan but turn the air conditioning sys- tioning system on (indicator light will illu- filled...
Page 157 (fresh) air posi- The air conditioning system should as the air conditioning compressor tion. be serviced by an authorized Kia cycles. This is a normal system opera- • Operating the air conditioning system dealer. Improper service may cause tion characteristic.
Page 158: Windshield Defrosting And Defogging
Driving your vehicle WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING CAUTION Do not use the position during cooling operation extremely humid weather. The dif- ference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the wind- shield could cause the outer sur- face of the windshield to fog up, causing loss of visibility.
Page 159: Table Of Contents
Fuel requirements / 5-2 Emission control system / 5-2 Before driving / 5-4 Suggestions for economical operation / 5-5 Special driving conditions / 5-6 Trailer towing / 5-9 Overloading / 5-9 Label information / 5-10 Driving tips...
Page 160: Driving Tips
The emission control system of your drivability problems occur. vehicle is covered by a written limited Your new Kia vehicle is designed to use warranty. Please see the warranty infor- Vehicle damage or driveability problems only unleaded fuel with a minimum mation contained in the Warranty &...
Page 161 Have your vehicle tem. All inspections and adjustments checked and repaired immediately. must be made by an authorized Kia WARNING - Fire dealer. A hot exhaust system can ignite...
Page 162: Before Driving
Driving tips BEFORE DRIVING Before entering vehicle: For safe operation, be sure you are famil- WARNING iar with your vehicle and its equipment. • Be sure that all windows, outside mir- Driving while distracted can result ror(s), and outside lights are clean. in a loss of vehicle control, that may •...
Page 163: Suggestions For Economical Operation
Keeping a vehicle in good operating con- roads. dition is important both for economy and • For longer tire life and better fuel econ- safety. Therefore, have an authorized Kia omy, always keep the tires inflated to dealer perform scheduled inspections the recommended pressures.
Page 164: Special Driving Conditions
Driving tips SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS Hazardous driving conditions • If stalled in snow, mud, or sand, use Rocking the vehicle second gear. Accelerate slowly to When hazardous driving conditions are If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to avoid spinning the drive wheels. encountered such as water, snow, ice, free it from snow, sand, or mud, first turn •...
Page 165 Driving tips Driving at night Driving in the rain Winter driving Because night driving presents more Rain and wet roads can make driving • We recommend that you carry emer- hazards than driving in the daylight, here dangerous, especially if you’re not pre- gency equipment, including tire chains, are some important tips to remember: pared for the slick pavement.
Page 166 Driving tips Snow tires Driving in flooded areas If you mount snow tires on your Kia, Avoid driving through flooded areas make sure they are radial tires of the unless you are sure the water is no high- same size and load range as the original er than the bottom of the wheel hub.
Page 167: Trailer Towing
Driving tips TRAILER TOWING OVERLOADING We do not recommend using this 5. Determine the combined weight of CAUTION Vehicle weight vehicle for trailer towing. luggage and cargo being loaded on The gross axle weight rating Steps for determining correct load the vehicle.
Page 168: Label Information
Driving tips LABEL INFORMATION VIN (if equipped) Identification label (if equipped) Frame number OJB059004L Compliance label (if equipped) 1JBA5003 1JBA5005 The VIN is also on a plate attached to the Vehicle identification number top of the dashboard. The number on the (VIN) plate can easily be seen through the The vehicle identification number (VIN) is...
Page 169: Specifications
Driving tips The vehicle certification label attached on the driver’s side center pillar gives the vehicle identification number (VIN). OJB059009N OJB060002 Tire specification and pressure Engine number label The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown in the drawing. The tires supplied on your new vehicle are chosen to provide the best perform- ance for normal driving.
Page 170: Table Of Contents
Road warning / 6-2 In case of an emergency while driving / 6-2 Overheating / 6-3 Emergency starting / 6-4 Electrical circuit protection / 6-6 Towing / 6-12 If you have a flat tire / 6-17 In case of an emergency...
Page 171: Road Warning
In case of an emergency ROAD WARNING IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY WHILE DRIVING • The hazard warning flasher operates whether your vehicle is running or not. If the engine stalls at a crossroad • The turn signals do not work when the or crossing hazard flasher is on.
Page 172 Kia dealer or seek other engine until it has been corrected. Call and stop your vehicle; set the automat- qualified assistance.
Page 173: Emergency Starting
In case of an emergency EMERGENCY STARTING Connecting jumper cables Jump starting Jump starting can be dangerous if done Connect cables in numerical order and disconnect in reverse order. incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your vehicle or battery, follow the jump starting proce- dures.
Page 174 Kia dealer. sparks. ( 4 ). Do not connect it to or near any part that moves when the engine is •...
Page 175: Electrical Circuit Protection
Blown Normal the system involved and immediately proper fuse - even as a temporary 1LDA4002 consult an authorized Kia dealer. repair. It may cause extensive Fuses Two kinds of fuses are used: standard for wiring damage and possibly a lower amperage rating and main for high- A vehicle’s electrical system is protected...
Page 176 Spare fuses are provided in the fuse panel in engine compartment. 6. 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.
Page 177: Fuse Box
4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. 4. Reinstall in the reverse order of removal. If it fits loosely, consult an authorized Kia dealer. ✽ ✽ NOTICE If the MAIN fuse is blown, consult an...
Page 178: Fuse/Relay Panel Description
In case of an emergency Engine compartment Fuse/Relay panel description Inside the fuse/relay box covers, you can find the fuse/relay Description Fuse rating Protected component label describing fuse/relay name and capacity. BATT_1 Alternator, Battery ECU A Engine control unit Engine compartment Radiator fan COND Condenser fan...
Page 179 In case of an emergency Description Fuse rating Protected component Driver-side knee bolster FUEL PUMP Fuel pump relay RAD FAN Radiator fan relay COND FAN2 Condenser fan relay FUEL HTR Fuel filter heater relay BLOWER Blower motor relay START Start motor relay COND FAN1 Condenser fan relay A/CON...
Page 180 In case of an emergency Driver-side knee bolster Description Fuse rating Protected component Description Fuse rating Protected component RR WIPER Rear wiper HTD GLASS Rear window defroster H/LP(LH) Headlight (left) A/BAG Air bag FR WIPER Front wiper Automatic transaxle control BLOWER Blower SNSR...
Page 181 If emergency towing is necessary, we recommend having it done by an author- Your vehicle is equipped with a memory ized Kia dealer or a commercial tow-truck fuse to prevent battery discharge if your service. Proper lifting and towing proce-...
Page 182 In case of 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. ✽...
Page 183 In case of an emergency Tie-down hook 1JBA6028/1JBA6029 OJB060015 Tie-down hook Front towing hook (for flatbed towing) 1. Open the trunk lid or rear hatch, and remove the towing hook from the tool CAUTION bag. 2. Remove the hole cover pressing the Do not use the hooks under the front of the vehicle for towing purposes.
Page 184 • Using a portion of the vehicle other If towing is necessary, we recommend than the tow hooks for towing may you to have it done by an authorized Kia damage the body of your vehicle. dealer or a commercial tow truck service.
Page 185 • Turn the ignition switch to ACC so the towing. Contact an authorized Kia the rear (backwards) with all four tires steering wheel isn’t locked. dealer or a commercial tow truck in contact with the surface.
Page 186 In case of an emergency IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE CAUTION - Automatic transaxle • If the car is being towed with all four wheels on the ground, it can be towed only from the front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neu- tral.
Page 187 In case of an emergency Important - use of compact spare The compact spare should be inflat- • Avoid driving over obstacles. The tire ed to 60 psi (420 kPa). compact spare tire diameter is smaller than the diameter of a con- your vehicle is equipped with a com- ventional tire and reduces the ✽...
Page 188 In case of an emergency Changing tires (Continued) Jacking instructions • The vehicle can easily roll off The jack is provided for emergency jack causing serious tire changing only. injury or death. No person Follow jacking instructions to reduce should place any portion of the possibility of personal injury.
Page 189 In case of 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 diago- nally opposite the wheel being changed. • It is recommended that the wheels of the vehicle be chocked, and that no person should remain in a vehicle that...
Page 190: Index
In case of an emergency OJB048024 1JBA6025 OJB048026 7. Loosen the wheel lug nuts coun- 8. Place the jack at the front or rear 9. Insert the jack handle into the jack terclockwise one turn each, but do jacking position closest to the tire and turn it clockwise, raising the not remove any nut until the tire you are changing.
Page 191 If in doubt, consult an author- specified pressure, if necessary. station. The specified tightening ized Kia dealer. Refer to Section 8, Specifications. torque is 9~11 kg•m (65-79 lb•ft, 88-107 N•m). Improperly tight- ened wheel lug nuts could cause brake pedal vibration while brak- ing.
Page 192: Table Of Contents
Maintenance services / 7-2 Maintenance schedule / 7-3 Owner maintenance / 7-7 Engine compartment / 7-9 Engine oil / 7-11 Engine cooling system / 7-11 Brake fluid / 7-14 Drive belts / 7-15 Power steering / 7-15 Automatic transaxle / 7-16 Lubricants and fluids / 7-17 Air cleaner / 7-18 Climate control air filter / 7-19...
Page 193: Maintenance Services
We strongly recommend that all vehicle al injury. maintenance be performed by an author- ized Kia dealer using genuine Kia parts.
Page 194: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Engine control system MAINTENANCE Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first INTERVALS × 1,000 km MAINTENANCE # Months ITEM Replace every 6,000 km or 6 months. Engine oil & engine oil filter Drive belts (tension) Cooling system hoses & connections Engine coolant Fuel filter Fuel tank cap, lines, EVAP canister and hoses...
Page 195 Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONTINUED) 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 (if equipped) Exhaust pipes, heat shield & mountings Front suspension ball joints Brakes/clutch fluid Front brake pads &...
Page 196 Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONTINUED) 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...
Page 197 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 198: Owner Maintenance
• Check the operation of all exterior the owner or an authorized Kia dealer at • Check for vibrations in the steering lights, including the stoplights, turn sig- the frequencies indicated to help ensure wheel.
Page 199 If you're unsure about any when you wear jewelry or loose servicing or maintenance procedure, clothing. These become have it done by an Authorized Kia entangled in moving parts and Dealer. result in injury. Always remove all loose or hanging clothing and all jewelry before working on the engine.
Page 200: Engine Oil Filler Cap
Maintenance ENGINE COMPARTMENT ■ ■ Type A 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. Auto transaxle oil dipstick (if equipped) 9.
Page 201: Engine Coolant Reservoir
Maintenance ■ ■ Type B 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. Auto transaxle oil dipstick (if equipped) 9. Radiator cap 10.
Page 202: Engine Oil
4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and Have engine oil and filter changed by an damage and could result in seri- re-insert it fully. Authorized Kia Dealer according to the ous personal injury from escap- Maintenance Schedule at the beginning ing hot coolant or steam.
Page 203 Maintenance ■ Type A (Continued) WARNING • Turn the engine off and wait until The electric motor (cool- it cools down. Use extreme care ing fan) is controlled by when removing the radiator cap. engine coolant tempera- Wrap a thick towel around it, and ture, refrigerant pres- turn it counterclockwise slowly to sure and vehicle speed.
Page 204 Bring the level to F, but do not overfill. If frequent Mixture Percentage (volume) additions are required, see an authorized Ambient Kia dealer for a cooling system inspec- Temperature tion. Coolant Water Solution Engine coolant -15°C (5°F)
Page 205 A few drops of mineral-based oil, such an authorized Kia dealer. the reservoir cap thoroughly to prevent as engine oil, in your brake/clutch sys- brake fluid contamination.
Page 206: Drive Belts
At the same time, belts should be authorized Kia dealer. examined for cracks, wear, fraying or other evidence of deterioration and ✽ ✽ NOTICE replaced if necessary.
Page 207 Maintenance AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (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 208: Lubricants And Fluids
Check the fluid level in the washer fluid • Windshield washer fluid is poi- Have an Authorized Kia dealer inspect reservoir and add fluid if necessary. Plain sonous to humans and animals. or change the automatic transaxle fluid...
Page 209 Maintenance AIR CLEANER ✽ ✽ NOTICE Body lubrication All moving points of the body, such as Do not drive with the air cleaner door hinges, hood hinges, and locks, removed; this will result in excessive should be lubricated each time the engine wear.
Page 210: Climate Control Air Filter
(fresh) are position is selected. If this happens, have the climate control air fil- ter replaced by an authorized Kia dealer. 7 19...
Page 211 Maintenance Windshield wiper blade replace- ment When the wipers no longer clean ade- quately, the blades may be worn or cracked, and require replacement. ✽ ✽ NOTICE To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components, do not attempt to move the wipers manually.
Page 212 Maintenance BATTERY WARNING - Battery dangers Always read the following instructions carefully when handling a battery. Keep lighted cigarettes and all other flames or sparks away from the battery. Hydrogen, which is a highly combustible gas, is always 1JBA7047 1JBA7048 present in battery cells and may explode if ignited.
Page 213 Please return the bat- with clean water for at least ature area, separate the battery tery to an authorized KIA and keep it indoors. 15 minutes and get immedi- dealer to be recycled.
Page 214 Maintenance Battery recharging (Continued) Your vehicle has a maintenance-free, • Do not allow cigarettes, sparks, or calcium-based battery. flame near the battery. • If the battery becomes discharged in a • Watch the battery during charg- short time (because, for example, the ing, and stop or reduce the charg- headlights or interior lights were left on ing rate if the battery cells begin...
Page 215 If a tire frequently needs cle handling, and minimum tire wear. Severe underinflation (10 psi (70 refilling, have it checked by an kPa) or more) can lead to severe authorized Kia dealer. heat build-up, causing • Overinflation produces a harsh...
Page 216 Maintenance ✽ ✽ NOTICE Checking tire inflation pressure CAUTION - Tire pressure Check your tires once a month or • Warm tires normally exceed rec- Always observe the following: more. ommended cold tire pressures by • Check tire pressure when the 28 to 41 kPa (4 to 6 psi).
Page 217 Maintenance Remove the valve cap from the tire Tire rotation Without a spare tire valve stem. Press the tire gage firm- To equalize tread wear, it is recom- ly onto the valve to get a pressure mended that the tires be rotated measurement.
Page 218 Use only approved wheel weights. tire as the one provided with your new Kia and should be mounted on the same compact spare tire wheel. WARNING - Replacing tires...
Page 219 When replacing tires, all 4 tires tire/wheel combination not must use the same size origi- recommended by Kia for off nally supplied with the vehicle. road driving, you should not Using tires of a different size...
Page 220 Maintenance Tire maintenance 2. Tire size designation A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire In addition to proper inflation, correct size designation. You will need this wheel alignment helps to decrease information when selecting replace- tire wear. If you find a tire is worn ment tires for your car.
Page 221 Maintenance 86 - Load Index, a numerical code Tire speed ratings 3. Checking tire life (TIN : Tire Identification Number) associated with the maximum The chart below lists many of the dif- load the tire can carry. ferent speed ratings currently being Any tires that are over 6 years, based used for passenger cars.
Page 222 These grades are molded on the nal or bias ply construction; and the side-walls of passenger vehicle tires. letter "B" means belted-bias ply con- The tires available as standard or struction. optional equipment on Kia vehicles may vary with respect to grade. 7 31...
Page 223 Traction - AA, A, B & C Summer tires WARNING - Tire The traction grades, from highest to Kia specifies summer tires on some temperature lowest, are AA, A, B and C. The models to provide superior perform- grades represent the tires ability to The temperature grade for this ance on dry roads.
Page 224: Lubricant Specifications
Maintenance LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Recommended lubricants Recommended SAE viscosity number ✽ ✽ NOTICE To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct Always be sure to clean the area around any filler plug, drain lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in plug, or dipstick before checking or draining any lubricant.
Page 225: Exterior Care
Maintenance EXTERIOR CARE Exterior general caution After washing, rinse the vehicle thor- oughly with lukewarm or cold water. Do It is very important to follow the label not allow soap to dry on the finish. directions when using any chemical cleaner or polish.
Page 226 Maintenance Waxing Finish damage repair Underbody maintenance Wax the vehicle when water will no Deep scratches or stone chips in the Corrosive materials used for ice and longer bead on the paint. painted surface must be repaired snow removal and dust control may col- Always wash and dry the vehicle before promptly.
Page 227: Interior Care
Maintenance INTERIOR CARE Aluminum wheel maintenance Interior general precautions Cleaning the upholstery and inte- rior trim The aluminum wheels are coated with a Prevent caustic solutions such as per- clear protective finish. fume and cosmetic oil from contacting Vinyl the dashboard because they may cause •...
Page 228 Maintenance Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt webbing Clean the belt webbing with any mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpet. Follow the instruc- tions provided with the soap. Do not bleach or re-dye the webbing because this may weaken it. Cleaning the interior window glass If the interior glass surfaces of the vehi-...
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Page 230: Specifications
The specifications given here are for general information only. Although this information was accurate at the time of printing, Kia reserves the right to change its vehicles or their specifications without notice. Please check with an authorized Kia dealer for more precise and more up-to-date information.
Page 231 Specifications Engine Weights Refer to the label describing GVWR & GAWR weights Item Gasoline Engine attached to your vehicle. BoreXStroke 76.5 mm X 87 mm (3.01 in X 3.43 in) (see page 5-10, Label information) Displacement 1599 cc (97.6 cu.in) Compression Ratio 10.0 ±...
Page 232 Specifications Light Bulbs Capacities Wattage Light Bulb 4 Door 5 Door Lubricant Volume Classification Headlights (Low/High) 55/60 55/60 Engine oil 3.3 l API service SM* or above, (with filter change) (3.5 US qt.) ILSAC GF-4 or above Front turn signal lights/ 28/8 28/8 1.9 l...
Page 233 Index...
Page 234 Index Air bags··········································································3-49 Battery············································································7-21 Air bag warning label················································3-63 Battery saver function····················································4-31 Air bag warning light ················································3-62 Before driving ··································································5-4 Curtain air bag···························································3-54 Bottle holders, see cup holders······································3-76 Driver's air bag ··························································3-51 Brake system····································································4-9 Front passenger’s air bag ··········································3-52 Anti-lock brake system (ABS)··································4-12 Side impact air bag····················································3-53 Parking brake·····························································4-10 Air cleaner ·····································································7-18...
Page 235: Display Illumination
Index Climate control air filter ················································7-19 Drinks holders, see cup holders·····································3-76 Climate control system ··················································4-39 Driver's air bag·······························································3-51 Air conditioning ························································4-44 Driving at night································································5-7 Clock (Digital) ·······························································3-78 Driving in flooded areas ··················································5-8 Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ···············4-20 Driving in the rain····························································5-7 Compact spare tire ·························································6-18 Compact spare tire replacement ····································6-19 Coolant···········································································7-12...
Page 236 Index Floor mat anchor(s) ·······················································3-81 Fluid Brakes fluid ·······························································7-14 Ignition key interlock system ··········································4-9 Folding the rear seat ······················································3-23 Immobilizer system ·························································3-7 Front seat adjustment·····················································3-18 Indicators and warnings·················································4-25 Fuel filler lid ··································································3-67 Instrument cluster ··························································4-20 Fuel requirements ····························································5-2 Fuel gauge ·································································4-21 Fuses ················································································6-6 Instrument panel illumination ···································4-25 Fuse/relay panel description········································6-9...
Page 237 Index Main fuse ·········································································6-8 Jack and tools·································································6-17 Maintenance Jump starting····································································6-4 Maintenance services ··················································7-2 Owner maintenance·····················································7-7 Tire maintenance ·······················································7-29 Manual climate control system······································4-39 Key positions ···································································4-2 Air conditioning ························································4-44 Keys ·················································································3-2 Climate control air filter············································7-19 Immobilizer system ·····················································3-7 Heating and air conditioning·····································4-44 Manual transaxle······························································4-4 Memory fuse··································································6-12 Mirrors ···········································································4-32...
Page 238: Spare Tire
Index Outside rearview mirror·················································3-70 Seat belts········································································3-28 Overheats ·········································································6-3 Pre-tensioner seat belt ···············································3-28 Owner maintenance ·························································7-7 Seat belt warning·······················································3-33 Seats ···············································································3-17 Armrest······································································3-22 Headrest ···························································3-21, 3-26 Folding the rear seat··················································3-23 Parking brake ·································································4-10 Front seat adjustment ················································3-18 Passenger's front air bag ················································3-52 Rear seat adjustment ·················································3-23 Power brakes····································································4-9 Shift lock system ·····························································4-9...
Page 239 Index Storage compartment ·····················································3-74 Tire replacement························································7-27 Center console storage ··············································4-85 Tire rotation·······························································7-29 Glove box ··································································3-75 Tire sidewall labeling ················································7-29 Sunglass holder ·························································3-75 Tire traction ·······························································7-29 Summer tires··································································7-32 Wheel alignment and tire balance·····························7-27 Sunglass holder······························································3-75 Wheel replacement····················································7-28 Sunroof···········································································3-79 Towing ···········································································6-12 Sunvisor ·········································································3-77 Removable towing hook (rear)··································6-16 Tie-down hook (for flatbed towing)··························6-14 Trailer towing···································································5-9...
Page 240 Index Wheel alignment and tire balance ·································7-27 Wheel replacement ························································7-28 Windows ········································································3-14 Power window lock switch ·······································3-16 Windshield defrosting and defogging····························4-46 Winter driving ··································································5-7 Snow tires····································································5-8 Wiper blades ··································································7-19 Wipers and washers ·······················································4-35...

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