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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.
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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.
Introduction How to use this manual / Fuel requirements / Vehicle break-in process / Vehicle data collection and event data recorders Your vehicle at a glance Exterior overview / Interior overview / Instrument panel overview / Engine compartment Safety features of your vehicle Seats / Seat belts / Child restraint system / Air bag Features of your vehicle Keys / Door locks / Trunk / Windows / Hood / Fuel filler lid / Sunroof / Steering wheel / Mirrors / Instrument...
Introduction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL We want to help you get the greatest The general layout of the manual is You will find various types of safety possible driving pleasure from your provided in the Table of Contents. instructions in this manual. These vehicle.
Introduction FUEL REQUIREMENTS Gasoline containing alcohol and Your new Kia vehicle is designed to 1. Gasoline or gasohol containing use only unleaded fuel having a methanol methanol. pump octane number ((R+M)/2) of 2. Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol. Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and...
• Do not race the engine. enyl Manganese Tricarbonyl). For Customers who do not use TOP • While driving, keep your engine Kia does not recommend the use of TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, and speed (rpm, or revolutions per gasoline containing MMT.
Introduction VEHICLE DATA COLLECTION AND EVENT DATA RECORDERS This vehicle is equipped with an These data can help provide a bet- To read data recorded by an EDR, event data recorder (EDR). The ter understanding of the circum- special equipment is required, and stances in which crashes and access to the vehicle or the EDR is main purpose of an EDR is to...
Your vehicle at a glance INTERIOR OVERVIEW 1. Driver position memory system ..4-38 2. Door lock/unlock button ....4-17 3. Outside rearview mirror control switch ..........4-51 4. Power window lock button ....4-28 5. Power window switches ....4-24 6. Central door lock switch....4-18 7.
Safety features of your vehicle SEAT Driver’s seat (1) Seat adjustment, forward / back- ward (2) Seatback recliner (3) Seat adjustment, height (4) Lumbar support (5) Driver position memory system (6) Seat warmer switch (7) Headrest Front passenger’s seat (8) Seat adjustment, forward / back- ward (9) Seatback recliner (10) Seat warmer switch...
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Safety features of your vehicle WARNING WARNING WARNING Loose Driver - Driver’s seat • Never attempt to adjust the objects responsibility for passen- seat while the vehicle is mov- gers Do not place anything in the dri- ing. This could result in loss ver's foot well or under the front The driver must advise the pas- of control of your vehicle.
Safety features of your vehicle Front seat adjustment - manual WARNING WARNING - Seat - Unexpected Forward and backward adjustment seat movement • Do not adjust the seat while After adjusting a manual seat, wearing seat belts. Moving the always check that it is locked by seat forward will cause strong shifting your weight to the front pressure on the abdomen.
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Safety features of your vehicle Seatback angle Seat Cushion height Lumbar support (for driver's seat) (for driver’s seat) OTF030003 OTF030004 OTF030005 To recline the seatback: To change the height of the seat Press the front portion of the switch to 1.
Safety features of your vehicle Forward and backward Front seat adjustment - power CAUTION (if equipped) • The power seat is driven by an The front seat can be adjusted by electric motor. Stop operating using the control switch located on once the adjustment is com- the outside of the seat cushion.
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Safety features of your vehicle Seatback angle Seat cushion height Lumbar support (for driver's side) (for driver’s seat, if equipped) OTF030007 OTF030008 OTF030009 Push the control switch forward or backward to move the seatback to Pull the front portion of the control The lumbar support can be adjusted the desired angle.
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Safety features of your vehicle Headrest Also, adjust the headrest as close to your head as possible. For this reason, the use of a cushion that holds the body away from the seatback is not recommended. WARNING - Headrest removal/adjustment •...
Safety features of your vehicle Seat warmer (if equipped) OTF030010 OTF030011 OTF034014 Adjusting the height up and down Removal and installation To raise the headrest, pull it up to the To remove the headrest, raise it as desired position (1). To lower the far as it can go then press the headrest, push and hold the release release button (1) while pulling the...
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Safety features of your vehicle During mild weather or under condi- CAUTION - Seat damage WARNING - Seat warmer tions where the operation of the seat warmer is not needed, keep the burns • When cleaning the seats, do switches in the OFF position. not use an organic solvent Passengers should use extreme such as paint thinner, ben-...
Safety features of your vehicle Air ventilation seat (if equipped) When the operation of the air ventila- CAUTION tion is not needed, keep the switches in the OFF position. • The air ventilation seat is a supplementary cooling/heat- • Each time you press the switch, ing system.
If seatback could also interfere there is no change, have your with the air bag sensing system. vehicle inspected authorized Kia dealer. OTF030016 The seatback pocket is provided on the back of the front passenger’s seatback.
Safety features of your vehicle Rear seat adjustment For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident, the headrest should Headrest be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height of the center of gravity of an occupant's head.
Safety features of your vehicle Seat warmer (if equipped) • Each time you press the button, the temperature setting of the seat will change as follows : OFF → HIGH( ) → LOW( • The seat warmer defaults to the OFF position whenever the ignition switch is turned on.
Safety features of your vehicle To fold the rear seatback Armrest Folding the rear seat 1. Set the front seatback to the The rear seatbacks may be folded to upright position and if necessary facilitate carrying long items or to slide the front seat forward.
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Safety features of your vehicle To unfold the rear seat WARNING - Rear seat- 1. To use the rear seat, lift and pull back the seatback rearward. Pull the seatback firmly until it clicks into When returning the rear seat- place.
Safety features of your vehicle SEAT BELTS Seat belt restraint system • Never allow children to ride in the WARNING - Twisted seat front passenger seat. See child Seat belts are designed to bear upon restraint system section for further belt the bony structure of the body, and discussion.
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Safety features of your vehicle Seat belt warning Seat belt warning Conditions Warning Pattern (for driver’s seat) (for front passenger’s seat) Vehicle Chime- Seat Belt Light-Blink Speed Sound Unbuckled 6 seconds Buckled 6 seconds None Below 3 mph 6 seconds None (5 km/h) Buckled →...
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Safety features of your vehicle Seat belt - Driver's 3-point system Conditions Warning Pattern WARNING with emergency locking retractor Vehicle Seat Belt Light-Blink Riding in an improper position Speed adversely affects the front pas- Unbuckled 6 seconds senger's seat belt warning sys- Above 6mph tem.
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Safety features of your vehicle It will also lock if you try to lean for- To raise the height adjuster, pull it up ward too quickly. (1). To lower it, push it down (3) while pressing the height adjuster button (2). If you are unable to pull out the seat belt from the retractor, firmly pull the Release the button to lock the anchor...
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Safety features of your vehicle Seat belts - Front passenger and It automatically adjusts to the proper rear seat 3-point system with length only after the lap belt portion of the seat belt is adjusted manually combination locking retractor so that it fits snugly around your hips. To fasten your seat belt When the seat belt is fully extended Combination retractor type seat belts...
Safety features of your vehicle Pre-tensioner seat belt OBH038023N B210A01NF-1 When using the rear center seat belt, To release the seat belt OXMA033101 the buckle with the “CENTER” mark The seat belt is released by pressing Your vehicle is equipped with driver's must be used.
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Safety features of your vehicle 2. Emergency Fastening Device Both the driver's and front passen- (EFD) ger's pre-tensioner seat belts may be activated in certain frontal collisions. The Emergency Fastening Device (EFD) is a supplemental system of The pre-tensioners will not be acti- the seat belts.
This must be Child and/or infant seats must be ignition switch has been turned to the done by an authorized Kia dealer. properly placed and installed in the ON position, and then it should turn rear seat. For more information off.
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Safety features of your vehicle Larger children Restraint of pregnant women WARNING - Small chil- Children who are too large for child Pregnant women should wear dren restraint systems should always occu- lap/shoulder belt assemblies when- py the rear seat and use the available Do not allow small children to ever possible according to specific lap/shoulder belts.
A seat belt cannot provide proper protection ation should be directed to an if the person is lying down in the rear authorized Kia dealer. seat or if the front seat is in a reclined position.
Safety features of your vehicle CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM Children riding in the car should sit in Children could be injured or killed in WARNING - Hot child the rear seat and must always be a crash if their restraints are not properly restrained to minimize the properly secured.
Forward-facing child restraint system system checked immediately by your authorized Kia dealer. WARNING - Seat belt use Do not use one seat belt for two occupants at the same time.
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Safety features of your vehicle Placing a passenger seat belt WARNING Child seat into the auto lock mode installation • Always follow the instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer. Child restraint system manufactur- ers know their products best. •...
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Safety features of your vehicle OEN036102 OEN036103 OEN036104 3. Pull the shoulder portion of the 4. Slowly allow the shoulder portion 5. Remove as much slack from the seat belt all the way out. When the of the seat belt to retract and listen belt as possible by pushing down shoulder portion of the seat belt is for an audible “clicking”...
Safety features of your vehicle Securing a child restraint seat The lap/shoulder belt automatically returns to the “emergency lock with tether anchorage system mode” whenever the belt is allowed to retract fully. Therefore, the preceding seven steps must be followed each time a child restraint is installed.
Safety features of your vehicle Securing a child restraint seat with WARNING Tether strap child seat lower anchor system Never mount more than one child restraint to a single tether Lower Anchor or to a single lower anchorage Position Indicator point.
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Safety features of your vehicle Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions to properly install child restraint seats with LATCH or LATCH-compatible attachments. Once you have installed the LATCH child restraint, assure that the seat is properly attached to the LATCH and tether anchors.
Safety features of your vehicle AIR BAG - ADVANCED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (1) Driver’s front air bag (2) Passenger’s front air bag (3) Side air bag (4) Curtain air bag Even in vehicles with air bags, you and your passengers must always wear the safety belts provided in order to minimize the risk and sever- ity of injury in the event of a collision...
Safety features of your vehicle How does the air bag system • The front air bags will completely • There are even circumstances inflate and deflate in an instant. operate under which contact with the steering wheel air bag can cause It is virtually impossible for you to •...
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Safety features of your vehicle Noise and smoke Installing a child restraint on a WARNING front passenger’s seat is forbidden When the air bags inflate, they make - Hot components a loud noise and they leave smoke and powder in the air inside of the Do not touch the air bag storage vehicle.
ON, the indicator light should illumi- nate for approximately 6 seconds, then go off. Have the system checked by an authorized Kia dealer if: • The light does not turn on briefly when you turn the ignition ON. 3 37...
If any of the following conditions OTF032049N/Q occurs, this indicates a malfunction The SRS consists of the following of the SRS. Have an authorized Kia components: dealer inspect the air bag system as soon as possible. 1. Driver's front air bag module •...
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Safety features of your vehicle Driver’s front air bag (1) Driver’s front air bag (2) Driver’s front air bag (3) B240B01L B240B02L B240B03L The air bag modules are located Upon deployment, tear seams mold- A fully inflated air bag, in combina- both in the center of the steering ed directly into the pad covers will tion with a properly worn seat belt,...
Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Occupant detection system Passenger’s front air bag Before you replace a fuse or discon- nect a battery terminal, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK posi- tion and remove the ignition key. Never remove or replace the air bag related fuse(s) when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
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Safety features of your vehicle Main components of occupant If the front passenger seat is occu- • The ODS (Occupant Detection detection system pied by a person that the system System) may not function properly if determines to be of adult size, and the passenger takes actions which •...
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Safety features of your vehicle Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant detection WARNING - ODS system system Riding in an improper position Indicator/Warning light Devices adversely affects the occupant detection system (ODS) and Condition detected by the occu- PASSENGER AIR Front passenger may result in the deactivation of...
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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 front passenger seat. towards the front of the seat. dashboard.
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Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE If the PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF” indicator is still on, ask the passen- The PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF” ger to move to the rear seat. indicator illuminates for about 4 sec- onds after the ignition switch is WARNING turned to the ON position or after - “AIR BAG...
Safety features of your vehicle Any child age 12 and under should If the occupant detection system is Driver's and passenger's front ride in the rear seat. Children too not working properly, the SRS air air bag large for child restraints should use bag warning light on the instru- Driver’s front air bag...
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Safety features of your vehicle The indications of the system's pres- The advanced SRS offers the ability Additionally, your vehicle is equipped ence are the letters "AIR BAG" to control the air bag inflation with with an occupant detection system in embossed on the air bag pad cover two levels.
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That contact is Kia’s toll-free can be provided by the pre-tensioner Customer Assistance center at 1- seat belt alone.
Safety features of your vehicle Side air bag The purpose of the air bag is to pro- The side air bag is supplemental to vide the vehicle's driver and/or the the driver's and the passenger's seat Front front passenger with additional pro- belt systems and is not a substitute tection than that offered by the seat for them.
They are designed to help protect have the vehicle checked and the heads of the front seat occupants repaired by an authorized Kia dealer. and the rear outboard seat occu- Inform that your vehicle is equipped pants in certain side impact colli- with side air bags and an occupant sions.
Safety features of your vehicle Why didn’t my air bag go off in Air bag collision sensors a collision? (Inflation and non- inflation conditions of the air bag) There are many types of accidents in which the air bag would not be expected to provide additional protection.
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Therefore, do not try to per- the intensity, speed or angles of form maintenance impact of the front collision. around the air bag sensors. Have the vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized Kia dealer. 3 51...
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Safety features of your vehicle Air bag non-inflation conditions Although the front air bags (driver’s and front passenger’s air bags) are designed to inflate in frontal colli- sions, they also may inflate in other types of collisions if the front impact sensors detect a sufficient frontal force in another type of impact.
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Safety features of your vehicle OED036100 1JBA3516 1JBA3521 • Air bags are not designed to inflate • Front air bags may not inflate in • In a slant or angled collision, the in rear collisions, because occu- side impact collisions, because force of impact may direct the pants are moved backward by the occupants move to the direction of...
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Safety features of your vehicle 1JBA3517 1JBA3522 1JBA3518 • Just before impact, drivers often • Air bags may not inflate in rollover • Air bags may not inflate if the vehi- brake heavily. Such heavy braking accidents because the vehicle can cle collides with objects such as lowers the front portion of the vehi- not detect rollover accident.
If components of the air bag system be performed by an authorized Kia must be discarded, or if the vehicle dealer. Improper handling of the SRS must be scrapped, certain safety system may result in serious person- precautions must be observed.
Safety features of your vehicle Air bag warning label OTF030043-1 OTF030044-1 Air bag warning labels, some required U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), are attached to alert the driver and passengers of potential risks of the air bag system.
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Features of your vehicle Keys ........4-4 •...
This may damage the key. set. Should lose your keys, this number will enable an authorized Kia dealer to duplicate the keys easily. Remove WARNING - Aftermarket the key code tag and store it in a safe keys place.
Features of your vehicle Type B WARNING - Ignition key (Smart key) Leaving children unattended in a vehicle with the ignition key (smart key) is dangerous even if the key is not in the ignition switch or start button is ACC or ON position.
Features of your vehicle SMART KEY (IF EQUIPPED) Locking Smart key functions Carrying the smart key, you may lock and unlock the vehicle doors. Also, you may start the engine. Refer to the following, for more details. OYDDCO2007 With a smart key, you can lock or OTF040008 unlock a door and even start the Pressing the button of the front out-...
Pressing the button in the front pas- immediately take the vehicle and opened. senger's outside door handle with all key to your authorized Kia dealer doors closed and locked, unlocks all to protect it from potential theft. the doors. The hazard warning lights •...
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Features of your vehicle • If the smart key is in close proximity This device complies with Part 15 to your cell phone or smart phone, of the FCC rules. the signal from the smart key could Operation is subject to the following be blocked by normal operation of two conditions: your cell phone or smart phone.
Features of your vehicle REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (IF EQUIPPED) Lock (1) Unlock (2) Remote keyless entry system operations All doors are locked if the lock button The driver's door is unlocked if the is pressed. If all doors (and trunk) are unlock button is pressed once.
When the transmitter (or smart key) does not work properly, open and close the door with the ignition key. If you have a problem with the trans- mitter (or smart key), contact an authorized Kia dealer.
A battery should last for several years, but if the transmitter or smart key is not working properly, try replacing the battery with a new one. If you are unsure how to use or replace the battery, contact an authorized Kia dealer. 4 11...
To activate the immobilizer contact an authorized Kia dealer. system: Your immobilizer system is com- • Using the wrong battery can cause prised of a small transponder in the...
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1. This device may not cause harm- If you need additional keys or lose ful interference, and your keys, consult an authorized Kia 2. This device must accept any inter- dealer. ference received, including inter- ference that may cause undesired operation.
Features of your vehicle THEFT-ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Armed stage • Lock the doors by pressing the button of the front outside door Park the vehicle and stop the engine. handles with the smart key in Arm the system as described below. your possession.
Transmitter If you want this feature, consult an is armed. authorized Kia dealer. - The door unlock button is pressed. • A front or rear door is opened with- - The engine is started. (within 3...
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30 seconds. Then the system will be disarmed. • If you lose your keys, consult your authorized Kia dealer. • If the system is not disarmed with the transmitter, insert the key into the ignition switch and start the engine.
Features of your vehicle DOOR LOCKS Operating door locks from • Doors can also be locked and Operating door locks from outside the vehicle unlocked with the transmitter key inside the vehicle (or smart key). (if equipped) With the door lock button •...
Features of your vehicle With central door lock switch • If the inner door handle of the front If a power door lock ever fails to func- door is pulled when the door lock tion while you are in the vehicle, try (if equipped) button is in the lock position, the one or more of the following tech-...
Features of your vehicle • Press the switch to the "Unlock" Impact sensing door unlock An authorized Kia dealer can acti- position (2), all vehicle doors will system vate or deactivate some auto door unlock. lock/ unlock features as follows;...
Features of your vehicle Child-protector rear door lock 3. Close the rear door. To open the rear door, pull the out- side door handle (2). Even though the doors may be unlocked, the rear door will not open by pulling the inner door handle until the rear door child safety lock is unlocked.
Features of your vehicle TRUNK Opening the trunk WARNING The trunk swings upward. Make sure no objects or people are near the rear of the vehicle when opening the trunk. CAUTION Make certain that you close the trunk before driving your vehi- OTF040016 cle.
WARNING authorized Kia dealer. The trunk lid should always be kept completely closed while the vehicle is in motion. If it is left open or ajar, poisonous exhaust gases may enter the...
Features of your vehicle Emergency trunk safety WARNING release • No one should be allowed to occupy the trunk at any time. The trunk is a very dangerous location in the event of a crash. • Use the release lever for emergencies only.
Features of your vehicle WINDOWS (1) Driver’s door power window switch (2) Front passenger’s door power window 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 (7) Power window lock button OTF040019N...
Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Window opening and closing In cold and wet climates, power win- dows may not work properly due to (if equipped) While driving with the rear windows freezing conditions. down or with the sunroof (if equipped) in an open (or partially open) position, your vehicle may Power windows...
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Features of your vehicle Auto down window (if equipped) Auto up/down window If the power window is not operated (Driver’s window) (if equipped) correctly, the automatic power win- dow system must be reset as follows: 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
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Features of your vehicle And if the power window switch is WARNING pulled up continuously again within 5 seconds after the window is lowered Always check for obstructions by the automatic window reversal before raising any window to feature, the automatic window rever- avoid injuries or vehicle damage.
Features of your vehicle Power window lock button When the power window lock WARNING - Power (if equipped) switch is pressed: windows • The driver's master control can operate all the power windows. Do not allow children to play with the power windows. Keep •...
Features of your vehicle HOOD Opening the hood WARNING • Always double check to be sure that the hood is firmly latched before driving away. If it is not latched, the hood could fly open while the vehi- cle is being driven, causing a total loss of visibility, which might result in an accident.
Features of your vehicle Closing the hood 1. Before closing the hood, check the following: • All filler caps in engine compart- ment must be correctly installed. • Gloves, rags or any other com- bustible material must be removed from the engine compartment. 2.
Features of your vehicle FUEL FILLER LID Opening the fuel filler lid Closing the fuel filler lid 1. To install the cap, turn it clockwise until it "clicks" once. This indicates that the cap is securely tightened. 2. Close the fuel filler lid and push it lightly and make sure that it is securely closed.
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Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Always check that the fuel cap is WARNING - Static installed securely to prevent fuel When using an approved portable spillage in the event of an accident. electricity fuel container, be sure to place the •...
When refueling, always shut the If the fuel filler cap requires replace- engine off. Sparks produced by ment, use only a genuine Kia cap or electrical components related the equivalent specified for your vehi- to the engine can ignite fuel cle.
Features of your vehicle SUNROOF (IF EQUIPPED) In cold and wet climates, the sunroof Sliding the sunroof may not work properly due to freez- ing conditions. After the vehicle is washed or in a rainstorm, be sure to wipe off any water that is on the sunroof before operating it.
Features of your vehicle When the sunshade is opened Automatic reversal Closing the sunroof If you pull the sunroof control lever To close the sunroof glass only backward, the sunroof glass will slide Push the sunroof control lever for- all the way open. To stop the sunroof ward to the first detent position or movement at any point, pull or push pull the lever downward.
Features of your vehicle When the sunshade is opened Tilting the sunroof WARNING - Sunroof If you push the sunroof control lever Do not extend the face, neck, upward, the sunroof glass will tilt. arms or body outside through To stop the sunroof movement at any the sunroof opening while driv- point, pull or push the sunroof control ing or operating the sunroof.
Features of your vehicle ❈ For more detailed information, Sunshade Resetting the sunroof contact an authorized Kia dealer. Whenever the vehicle battery is dis- connected or discharged, or related fuse is blown, you must reset your ✽ ✽ NOTICE sunroof system as follows:...
Features of your vehicle DRIVER POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Storing positions into memory WARNING using the buttons on the door Never attempt to operate the Storing driver’s seat positions driver position memory system 1. Move the shift lever into P (for while the vehicle is moving.
Features of your vehicle Recalling positions from memory Easy access function WARNING (if equipped) 1. The shift lever is in P or N (for Automatic transaxle) or Neutral Use caution when recalling With the shift lever in the P position, (for manual transaxle) with one of adjustment memory while sit- the system will move the driver's seat...
Take your vehicle to an vehicle may still be steered, but it will tion switch on. This happens as the authorized Kia dealer and have the require increased steering effort. system performs the EPS system vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Features of your vehicle Tilt and telescoping steering Horn Tilt steering allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The steering wheel should be posi- tioned so that it is comfortable for you to drive, while permitting you to see the instrument panel warning...
Features of your vehicle Heated steering wheel If you turn on the ignition again after (if equipped) turning off your engine in half an hour (after operating heater button), the heating system will be main- tained in its 'on' condition. CAUTION •...
Features of your vehicle MIRRORS Day/night rearview mirror Electric chromic mirror (ECM) Inside rearview mirror (if equipped) with HomeLink ® system and Adjust the rearview mirror so that the compass (if equipped) center view through the rear window Your vehicle may be equipped with a is seen.
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Features of your vehicle Automatic-dimming function Automatic-Dimming Night Vision Safety ® (NVS ® ) Mirror Your mirror will automatically dim ® The NVS Mirror in your vehicle is upon detecting glare from the vehi- the most advanced way to reduce cles traveling behind you.
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Features of your vehicle Compass function The Compass can be turned ON and OFF and will remember the last state when the ignition is cycled. To turn the display feature ON/OFF: 1. Press and release the button to turn the display feature OFF. 2.
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Features of your vehicle To adjust the Zone setting: 1. Press and hold the button for CAUTION 1. Determine desired Zone more than 6 seconds. When the Before programming Number based upon your current compass memory is cleared a "C" HomeLink ®...
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Features of your vehicle Retain the original transmitter of the ® Standard programming Programming HomeLink RF device you are programming for ✽ ✽ NOTICE To train most devices, follow these use in other vehicles as well as for instructions: • When programming a garage ®...
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Features of your vehicle 5. Press and hold the just-trained Rolling code programming To train rolling code devices, follow ® HomeLink button and observe these instructions: Rolling code devices which are the red Status Indicator LED. If the "code-protected" and manufactured 1.
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Features of your vehicle 3. Return to the vehicle, firmly press Gate operator & Canadian pro- Reprogramming single ® and hold for two seconds the gramming HomeLink button ® desired HomeLink button then During programming, your handheld To program a new device to a previ- release.
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Features of your vehicle Erasing HomeLink ® buttons FCC ID: NZLZTVHL3 ® ® and ZNav are registered ® trademarks. Nav are of Gentex Individual buttons cannot be erased. IC: 4112A-ZTVHL3 Corporation, Zeeland, Michigan. However, to erase all three pro- grammed buttons: ®...
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Features of your vehicle Remote control Outside rearview mirror CAUTION - Rearview Be sure to adjust mirror angles mirror before driving. Do not scrape ice off the mirror Your vehicle is equipped with both face; this may damage the sur- left-hand and right-hand outside face of the glass.
Features of your vehicle Folding the outside rearview mirror After the adjustment, put the lever CAUTION - Electric type into neutral (center) position to pre- outside rearview mirror vent inadvertent adjustment. electric type outside rearview mirror operates even CAUTION - Outside mirror though the ignition switch is in •...
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Features of your vehicle OTF040045 Manual type To fold outside rearview mirror, grasp the housing of mirror and then fold it toward the rear of the vehicle. 4 53...
Features of your vehicle INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ■ ■ Type A 1. Tachometer 2. Speedometer 3. Engine coolant temperature gauge 4. Fuel gauge 5. Turn signal indicators 6. Warning and indicator lights ■ ■ Type B 7. LCD display ❈ The actual cluster in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
Features of your vehicle Instrument Cluster Control LCD Display Control ■ Type A Adjusting Instrument Cluster Illumination OTF044111L ■ Type B OTF044363L The LCD display modes can be changed by using the control buttons OTF044052 on the steering wheel. The instrument panel illumination intensity can be adjusted by pressing the control switch with the headlight : MODE button for changing...
Features of your vehicle Tachometer Gauges The tachometer pointer may move slightly when the ignition switch is in Speedometer ■ Type A ACC or ON position with the engine ■ Type A OFF. This movement is normal and will not affect the accuracy of the tachometer once the engine is run- ning.
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Features of your vehicle Engine coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge WARNING - Fuel gauge ■ Type A ■ Type B ■ ■ Type A Type B Stop and obtain additional fuel as soon as possible after the warning light comes on or when the gauge indicator comes close to the E level.
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Features of your vehicle Odometer Outside Temperature Gauge The outside temperature on the dis- play may not change immediately ■ ■ Type A Type A like a Hg thermometer to prevent the driver from being inattentive. The temperature unit (from °C to °F or from °F to °C) can be changed by using the “User Settings”...
Features of your vehicle Transaxle Shift Indicator • Park : P • Reverse : R Automatic Transaxle Shift Indicator (if equipped) • Neutral : N • Drive : D ■ Type A • Sports Mode : 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 OTF044364 ■...
Features of your vehicle LCD DISPLAY (IF EQUIPPED) LCD Modes (for Type B cluster) Modes Symbol Explanation This mode displays driving information like the tripmeter, fuel economy, and so on. Trip Computer For more details, refer to “Trip Computer” in this chapter. Service This mode informs of service interval (mileage or days) and warning messages related to TPMS and so on.
Features of your vehicle Service Mode If the remaining mileage or time ■ Type A reaches 900 mi. (1,500 km) or 30 Service Interval days, "Service in" message is dis- ■ Type A played for several seconds each time you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
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Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE To reset the service interval to the ■ Type A mileage and days you inputted If any of the following conditions before: occurs, the mileage and days may be - Press the SELECT/RESET button incorrect.
Features of your vehicle Master Warning Mode Door User Settings Mode (if equipped) Auto Door Lock (if equipped) Description • Off: ■ Type A • This warning light informs the driv- The auto door lock operation will er the following situations be deactivated.
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Features of your vehicle Lamp Auto Door Unlock (if equipped) Two Press Unlock (if equipped) • Off: • Off: One Touch Turn Lamp (if equipped) The auto door unlock operation will The two press unlock function will If this item is checked, the lane be canceled.
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Features of your vehicle Convenience Driving Assist (if equipped) Seat Easy Access (if equipped) If this item is checked, the driver’s Language RCTA seat will automatically move forward Choose the language you prefer If this item is checked RCTA (Rear or rearward for the driver to enter or within the LCD.
Features of your vehicle Service Interval Warning Messages • At this time, the Engine Start/Stop Button turns to the ACC position (If Shift to "P" position (for smart key ■ Type A you press the Engine Start/Stop system and automatic transaxle) Button once more, it will turn to the ON position).
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Features of your vehicle Low Key Battery Press START button while turning • It means that you should press the (for smart key system) wheel (for smart key system) Engine Start/Stop Button while turning the steering wheel right ■ ■ Type A Type A and left.
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Features of your vehicle Steering wheel unlocked Check steering wheel lock Press brake pedal to start engine (for smart key system) system (for smart key system) (for smart key system and auto- matic transaxle) ■ ■ Type A Type A ■...
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Features of your vehicle Press clutch pedal to start engine • This warning message illuminates • It means that you should depress if the Engine Start/Stop Button (for smart key system and manual the clutch pedal to start the engine. changes to the ACC position twice transaxle) by pressing the button repeatedly...
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Features of your vehicle Key not in vehicle Key not detected Press START button again (for smart key system) (for smart key system) (for smart key system) ■ ■ ■ Type A Type A Type A OTF044137L OTF044139L OTF044143L ■ ■...
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■ Type A • If the warning illuminates each ■ Type A time press Engine Start/Stop Button, have your vehi- cle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. OTF044145L ■ Type B OTF044156L ■ Type B OTF044146L OTF044157L • This warning message illuminates if you press the Engine Start/Stop •...
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Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Shift to "P" or "N" to start engine • It means that you should replace the fuse with a new one. If that is (for smart key system and auto- You can start the engine with the not possible, you can start the matic transaxle) shift lever in the N (Neutral) posi-...
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Features of your vehicle Door Open Trunk Open Low Washer Fluid ■ ■ ■ Type A Type A Type A OTF044160 OTF044162 OTF044158L ■ ■ ■ Type B Type B Type B OTF044161 OTF044163 OTF044159L • It means that any door is open. •...
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Features of your vehicle Turn on "FUSE SWITCH" Align steering wheel (if equipped) • It means that you should turn the (if equipped) fuse switch on. ■ Type B For more details, refer to "Fuses" in ■ Type A chapter 7. OTF044153L OTF044166L ■...
Features of your vehicle TRIP COMPUTER Trip Modes (Type A) Overview Trip Modes (Type B) Description Tripmeter A FUEL ECONOMY The trip computer is a microcomput- ↕ ↕ • Distance To Empty er-controlled driver information sys- • Average Fuel Economy tem that displays information related Tripmeter B •...
Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Fuel Economy • The Distance to empty (range) is the estimated distance the vehicle Distance to empty (Range) (1) • If the vehicle is not on level ground can be driven with the remaining or the battery power has been ■...
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Features of your vehicle Average Fuel Economy (2) Instant Fuel Economy (3) Manual reset • The average fuel economy is calcu- To clear the average fuel economy • This mode displays the instant fuel lated by the total driving distance manually, press the SELECT/RESET economy during the last few sec- and fuel consumption since the last...
Features of your vehicle Average Vehicle Speed (2) Trip A/B • The tripmeter is the total driving distance since the last tripmeter • The average vehicle speed is cal- Tripmeter (1) reset. culated by the total driving dis- ■ Type A - Distance range: 0.0 ~ 9999.9 mi.
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Features of your vehicle Elapsed Time (3) One time driving information mode (for Type B cluster) • The elapsed time is the total driv- ing time since the last elapsed time reset. - Time range (hh:mm): 00:00 ~ 99:59 • To reset the elapsed time, press the SELECT/RESET button OK on the steering wheel for more than 1 second when the elapsed time is...
Belts" in chapter 3. situation that needs attention. - It illuminates for approximately 6 seconds and then goes off. • When there is a malfunction with the SRS. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
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Warning Light In this case, have your vehicle - If the warning light illuminates Driving the vehicle with a warn- towed to an authorized Kia dealer with the parking brake released, it ing light ON is dangerous. If the and inspected.
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ABS (The normal braking sys- decrease. dealer. tem will still be operational without In this case, have your vehicle inspect- the assistance of the anti-lock ed by an authorized Kia dealer as WARNING - Electronic brake system). soon as possible. Brake force Distribution...
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• [Yellow] When there is a malfunc- In this case, have your vehicle In this case, have your vehicle tion with the auto hold system. inspected by an authorized Kia inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. dealer. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia ✽...
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- It remains on until the engine is In this case, have your vehicle started. - It remains on until the engine is inspected by an authorized Kia started. dealer as soon as possible. • When there is a malfunction with •...
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In this case, have your vehi- able, have your vehicle inspected cle inspected by an author- by an authorized Kia dealer as ized Kia dealer. soon as possible. 4 85...
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• Once you set the ignition switch or When the fuel tank is nearly empty. In this case, have your vehicle Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON inspected by an authorized Kia position. If the fuel tank is nearly empty: dealer as soon as possible.
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Features of your vehicle Door Ajar Warning Light Master Warning light WARNING - Low tire pressure • Significantly low tire pressure • This warning light informs the driv- This warning light illuminates: makes the vehicle unstable er of the following situations When a door is not closed securely.
• When there is a malfunction with tem by pressing the ESC OFF but- chapter 5. the ESC system. ton. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia SPORT Mode Indicator dealer. For more details, refer to "Electronic Light (if equipped) SPORT Stability Control (ESC)"...
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• When the vehicle detects the In this case, have your vehicle immobilizer in your key properly • When the vehicle detects the inspected by an authorized Kia while the ignition switch is ON. smart key in the vehicle properly dealer.
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In this case, have your Light ON Indicator Light vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. - The indicator light does not blink This indicator light illuminates: but illuminates. • When the tail lights or headlights - The indicator light blinks more are on.
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Features of your vehicle Cruise Indicator Light KEY OUT Indicator Light CRUISE (if equipped) (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ACC or ON position, • When the cruise control system is if any door is open, the system enabled.
Features of your vehicle BACK-UP WARNING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Operation of the back-up WARNING warning system The back-up warning system is Operating condition a supplementary function only. • This system will activate when The operation of the back-up backing up with the ignition switch warning system can be affected by several factors (including •...
Features of your vehicle Non-operational conditions of The detecting range may decrease back-up warning system pre- when: back-up warning system cautions 1. The sensor is stained with foreign The back-up warning system may • The back-up warning system may matter such as snow or water. not operate properly when: not sound sequentially depending (The sensing range will return to...
If this occurs, have between sensors may not be detected your vehicle checked by an author- by the sensors. ized Kia dealer as soon as possible. Always visually check behind the vehicle when backing up. Be sure to inform any drivers of the...
Features of your vehicle REAR CAMERA DISPLAY (IF EQUIPPED) Note- during initial start up, system WARNING - Rear camera may not display instantly due to the display audio system booting up. 2 ~ 4 seconds may be required before The rear camera display is not a displaying during initial reverse selec- safety device.
Features of your vehicle WELCOME SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Welcome light (if equipped) Escort welcome (if equipped) Interior light When the headlight (light switch in When the interior light switch is in the the headlight or AUTO position) is on DOOR position and all doors (and and all doors (and trunk) are locked trunk) are locked and closed, the and closed, the position light and...
If the headlights are not work- when the ignition key is removed, or Auto light position. ing properly have your vehicle perform the following: inspected by an authorized Kia 1) Open the driver-side door. dealer. CAUTION 2) Turn the parking lights OFF and...
Features of your vehicle Daytime running light Lighting control Parking light position ( (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 conditions, and it is especially helpful after dawn and before sunset.
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Features of your vehicle Auto light position (if equipped) If your vehicle has window tint or Headlight position ( other types of metallic coating on the front windshield, the Auto light sys- tem may not work properly. OAM049042 OVG049181 When the light switch is in the AUTO When the light switch is in the head- light position, the taillights and head- light position (2nd position) the head,...
Features of your vehicle High beam operation WARNING - High beams Do not use high beam when there are other vehicles. Using high beam could obstruct the other driver's vision. OAM049043 To flash the headlights, pull the lever OAM049044 towards you. It will return to the normal To turn on the high beam headlights, (low-beam) position when released.
Features of your vehicle One-touch lane change function Turn signals and lane change If an indicator stays on and does not signals flash or if it flashes abnormally, one of To activate an one-touch lane the turn signal bulbs may be burned change function, move the turn sig- out and will require replacement.
Features of your vehicle Front fog light (if equipped) OAM049046N Fog lights are used to provide improved visibility when visibility is poor due to fog, rain or snow, etc. The fog lights will turn on when the fog light switch (1) is turned to the on position after the headlights are turned on.
Features of your vehicle WIPERS AND WASHERS AUTO (Automatic) control Windshield wipers (if equipped) Operates as follows when the igni- tion switch is turned ON. MIST : For a single wiping cycle, push the lever upward and release it. The wipers will operate continuously if the lever is held in this position.
Features of your vehicle To vary the speed setting, turn the Windshield washers CAUTION - Wiper speed control knob (1). position If the wiper switch is set in AUTO When washing the vehicle, set mode when the ignition switch is ON, the wiper switch in the OFF the wiper will operate once to per- position to stop the auto wiper...
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Features of your vehicle The reservoir filler neck is located in CAUTION - Wipers & the front of the engine compartment windshields on the passenger side. • To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield, CAUTION - Washer do not operate the wipers pump when the windshield is dry.
Features of your vehicle INTERIOR LIGHT Do not use the interior lights for Automatic turn off function Map lamp extended periods when the engine is (if equipped) not running. The interior lights automatically turn It may cause battery discharge. off approximately 20 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off.
Features of your vehicle • DOOR (2) : • OFF (2) : The lights turn off even if Room lamp a door is opened. In the DOOR position, the map lamp ■ Type A and the room lamp come on when any When lamp door is opened regardless of the igni-...
Features of your vehicle ■ ■ Type B • OFF : The lights turn off even if a Trunk room lamp (if equipped) door is opened. • DOOR : • ON : The room lamp stays on at all In the DOOR position, the map lamp times.
Features of your vehicle Glove box lamp (if equipped) Vanity mirror lamp (if equipped) OTF040112 OLM049105 The glove box lamp comes on when Push the switch to turn the light on or the glove box is opened. off. • : The lamp will turn on if this button is pressed.
Features of your vehicle DEFROSTER Rear window defroster The rear window defroster automati- CAUTION - Conductors cally turns off after approximately 20 minutes or when the ignition switch is To prevent damage to the con- turned off. To turn off the defroster ductors bonded to the inside manually, press the rear window surface of the rear window,...
Features of your vehicle MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM 1. Fan speed control knob 5. Air intake control button 2. Front windshield defroster button 6. Mode selection button 3. Rear window defroster button 7. Air conditioning button 4. Temperature control knob OTF044311 4 111...
Features of your vehicle Heating and air conditioning 1. Start the engine. 2. Set the mode to the desired posi- tion. To improve the effectiveness of heating and cooling : - Heating: - Cooling: 3. Set the temperature control to the desired position.
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Features of your vehicle Mode selection Face-Level (B, C, D, E, F) Floor/Defrost-Level (A, C, D, E) Air flow is directed toward the upper Most of the air flow is directed to the body and face. Additionally, each floor and the windshield with a small outlet can be controlled to direct the amount directed to the side window air discharged from the outlet.
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Features of your vehicle Temperature control OTF044315 OTF044316 MAX A/C-Level (B, D) (if equipped) Instrument panel vents OTF044317 The MAX A/C mode is used to cool The outlet vents can be opened or The temperature control knob allows the inside of the vehicle faster. closed separately using the thumb- you to control the temperature of the wheel.
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Features of your vehicle Air intake control Recirculated air position Prolonged operation of the heater in the recirculated air position (without air The indicator light on the conditioning selected) may cause fog- button illuminates when ging of the windshield and side win- the recirculated air posi- dows and the air within the passenger tion is selected.
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Features of your vehicle Fan speed control To turn off the blowers Air conditioning (if equipped) OTF044319L OTF044403 OTF044320L The ignition switch must be in the ON To turn off the blowers, turn the fan Press the A/C button to turn the air position for fan operation.
Features of your vehicle Air conditioning (if equipped) System operation Operation Tips • To prevent dust or unpleasant Kia Air Conditioning Systems are Ventilation fumes from entering the vehicle filled with R-134a refrigerant. 1. Set the mode to the position.
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Kia pressor cycles. This is a normal dealer. system operation characteristic. • Use the air conditioning system...
The air conditioning system should accumulation on the inside of the be serviced by an authorized Kia windshield even when the outside dealer. (fresh) air position is selected. If this...
Features of your vehicle AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) ■ ■ Type A 1. Driver’s temperature control knob 2. AUTO (automatic control) button 3. Front windshield defroster button 4. Rear window defroster button 5. Fan speed control button 6. OFF button 7.
Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Automatic heating and air con- ditioning • To turn the automatic operation off, select any button or switch of the following: - Mode selection button - Air conditioning button - Front windshield defroster button - Air intake control button - Fan speed control button The selected function will be con-...
Features of your vehicle Mode selection Manual heating and air condi- tioning The heating and cooling system can be controlled manually by pushing buttons other than the AUTO button. In this case, the system works sequentially according to the order of buttons selected.
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Features of your vehicle Face-Level (B, C, D, E, F) Floor-Level (C, A, D, E) Air flow is directed toward the upper Most of the air flow is directed to the body and face. Additionally, each floor, with a small amount of the air outlet can be controlled to direct the being directed to the windshield and air discharged from the outlet.
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Features of your vehicle Temperature control OTF044316 OTF044329L Instrument panel vents Adjusting the driver and passenger OTF044328 side temperature individually The outlet vents can be opened or The temperature control knob allows closed separately using the thumb- 1. Press the DUAL button to operate you to control the temperature of the wheel.
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Features of your vehicle Adjusting the driver and passenger Temperature conversion WARNING side temperature equally You can switch the temperature 1. Press the DUAL button again to mode between Fahrenheit • Continue using the climate deactivate DUAL mode. The pas- Centigrade as follows: control system in the recircu- lated air position may allow...
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Features of your vehicle Outside thermometer Air intake control Recirculated air position The current outside temperature is With the recirculated air ■ ■ Type A Type B displayed in 1°F (1°C) increments. position selected, air The temperature range is between - from passenger 40°F~140°F (-40°C ~ 60°C).
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Features of your vehicle Fan speed control Air conditioning OFF mode ■ ■ Type A Type B OTF044331L OTF044332L OTF044333L The fan speed can be set to the Press the OFF button to turn off the Press the A/C button to turn the air desired speed by pressing the fan air climate control system.
Features of your vehicle Climate information screen selec- System operation Operation Tips tion (if equipped) • To keep dust or unpleasant fumes Ventilation from entering the vehicle through 1. Set the mode to the position. the ventilation system, temporarily 2. Set the air intake control to the set the air intake control to the outside (fresh) air position.
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Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Air conditioning Air conditioning system operation tips Kia Air Conditioning Systems are • If the vehicle has been parked in • When using the air conditioning filled with environmentally friendly R- direct sunlight during hot weather, system, monitor the temperature 134a refrigerant.
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Features of your vehicle • When using the air conditioning system, you may notice clear water dripping (or even puddling) on the ground under the passenger side of the vehicle. This is a normal sys- tem operation characteristic. • Operating the air conditioning sys- tem in the recirculated air position provides maximum cooling, how- ever, continual operation in this...
Features of your vehicle WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING • For maximum defrosting, set the Manual climate control system WARNING - Windshield temperature control to the extreme To defog inside windshield heating right/hot position and the fan speed control to the highest speed. Do not use the posi- tion during cooling operation in...
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Features of your vehicle To defrost outside windshield Automatic climate control sys- 1. Select desired fan speed. 2. Select desired temperature. To defog inside windshield 3. Press the defroster button ( 4. The outside (fresh) air position will ■ Type A be selected automatically.
Features of your vehicle To defrost outside windshield Defogging logic 3. Press the defroster button ( 4. The outside (fresh) air position will To reduce the probability of fogging ■ Type A be selected automatically. up inside of the windshield, the air intake or air conditioning are con- trolled automatically according to certain conditions such as...
Features of your vehicle Manual climate control system Automatic climate control system If the battery has been discharged or disconnected, it resets to the defog ■ Type A logic status. OTF044349 ■ Type B OTF044346 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
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Features of your vehicle Auto defogging system (Only for 3. While pressing the air conditioning This indicator illuminates button (A/C), press the air intake automatic climate control system, when the auto defogging control button ( ) at least 5 system senses the mois- if equipped) times within 3 seconds.
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Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE If your vehicle is equipped with the auto defogging system, it is automati- If the A/C off or recirculated air cally activated when the conditions position is manually selected while are met. However, if you would like to the auto defogging system is on, the cancel the auto defogging system, auto defogging indicator will blink 3...
Features of your vehicle STORAGE COMPARTMENT These compartments can be used to Center console storage Glove box store small items. (if equipped) To avoid possible theft, do not leave ■ Type A valuables in the storage compartment. Always keep the storage compart- ment covers closed while driving.
Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Cool box (if equipped) Sunglass holder Do not put perishable food in the cool box because it may not main- tain the necessary consistent tem- perature to keep the food fresh. ✽ ✽ NOTICE If the temperature control knob is in the warm or hot position, warm or hot air will flow into the glove box.
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Features of your vehicle WARNING - Avoid distracted driving • Do not keep objects except sunglasses inside the sun- glass holder. Such objects can be thrown from the holder in the event of a sudden stop or an accident, possibly injuring the passengers in the vehicle.
Features of your vehicle INTERIOR FEATURES Cup holder ■ Front Cups or small beverage cans may be • Type A placed in the cup holders. WARNING - Hot liquids • Do not place uncovered cups of hot liquid in the cup holder while the vehicle is in motion.
Features of your vehicle Sunvisor Power outlet (if equipped) CAUTION - Vanity mirror lamp * : if equipped Close the vanity mirror cover securely and return the sunvi- sor to its original position after use. If the vanity mirror is not closed securely, the lamp will stay on and could result in bat- tery discharge and possible...
Features of your vehicle Only use 12V electric accessories Digital clock WARNING which are less than 10A in electric ■ Type A capacity. Do not adjust the clock while Adjust the air-conditioner or heater to driving.You may lose your steer- ing control and cause severe the lowest operating level when personal injury or accidents.
Features of your vehicle • HOUR (1) : Clothes hanger (if equipped) Floor mat anchor(s) Pressing 'H" button will For driver’s side For passenger’s side advance the time display by one hour. • MINUTE (2) : Pressing the "M" button will advance the time display by one minute.
Features of your vehicle AUDIO SYSTEM ✽ ✽ NOTICE Shark fin antenna (if equipped) Glass antenna (if equipped) The shark fin antenna will receive the If you install an after market HID transmit data. head lamp, your vehicle’s audio and electronic device may malfunction.
Features of your vehicle MODE (3) Steering wheel audio controls VOLUME ( / ) (1) (if equipped) Press the button to change audio • Press the lever upward ( ) to source. increase the volume. ■ Type A ➟ ➟ ➟...
Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE ® Aux, USB and iPod * port When using a portable audio device connected to the power outlet, noise may occur during playback. If this happens, use the power source of the portable audio device. ®...
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Features of your vehicle How vehicle audio works AM reception FM radio station FM reception JBM002 JBM003 AM broadcasts can be received at FM broadcasts are transmitted at JBM001 greater distances than FM broad- high frequencies and do not bend to AM and FM radio signals are broad- casts.
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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 system. This does not mean that something is wrong with the audio equipment. In such a case, try to operate mobile devices as far from the audio equipment as possi- ble.
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Features of your vehicle Caring for disc • Depending on the type of CD- R/CD-RW CDs, certain CDs may • If the temperature inside the car is too not operate normally according to high, open the car windows to venti- the manufacturing companies.
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Features of your vehicle (Continued) CAUTION WARNING • Please refrain from use if the • Operating the audio system • Do not stare at the screen screen is blank or no sound while driving could lead to while driving. Staring at the can be heard as these signs accidents due to a lack of screen for prolonged periods...
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Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) • Turn on the car ignition before • Do not place beverages close using the audio system. Do to the audio system. Spilling not operate the audio system beverages may lead to system for long periods of time with malfunction.
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Features of your vehicle USING THE USB DEVICE (Continued) (Continued) • An encrypted MP3 PLAYER is • You may hear a strange noise • To use an external USB device, not recognizable. when connecting or disconnect- make sure the device is not con- ing a USB device.
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Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) • If you use devices such as a USB • Some USB flash memory read- hub purchased separately, the ers (such as CF, SD, micro SD, vehicle’s audio system may not etc.) external-HDD type recognize the USB device.
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Features of your vehicle ® USING iPod DEVICE (Continued) (Continued) • Some iPod devices, such as the • When connecting iPod with the ® ® ® iPod is a registered trademark of iPhone connected iPod Power Cable, insert the ® ®...
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Bluetooth SIG, lnc. and any use of ogy which uses a 2.4GHz ~ receive calls and use contacts. such marks by Kia is under license. 2.48GHz frequency to connect var- Before using Bluetooth , carefully ®...
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Features of your vehicle When connecting a Bluetooth ® • Park the vehicle when connecting Phone the head unit with the mobile phone. • Bluetooth connection ® • Before connecting the head unit become intermittently discon- with the mobile phone, check to nected in some mobile phones.
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Features of your vehicle Voice Recognition (Continued) - When driving on rugged and uneven roads • When using the voice recognition - During severe rain (heavy rains, feature, only commands listed with- windstorms) in the user's manual are supported. • Phone related voice commands •...
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Features of your vehicle ■ ■ CD Player : AM1A0TKAN,8V, AM1A0TKKN,8V 4 159...
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Features of your vehicle SYSTEM CONTROLLERS RADIO PHONE AND FUNCTIONS Changes FM/AM/SiriusXM Operates Phone Screen mode. ❈ When a phone is not connected, Each time the key is pressed, the the connection screen is displayed. ❈ Display and settings may differ mode is changed in order of FM1 ➟...
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Features of your vehicle SCAN SETUP Radio Mode Briefly press the key (under 0.8 sec- onds) : Moves to the Display, Sound, - Shortly press the key : Previews Clock, Phone, System setting modes each broadcast for 5 seconds each. Press and hold the key (over 0.8 sec- onds) : Move to the Time setting screen - Press and hold the key (over 0.8...
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Features of your vehicle (13) (Preset) (12) TUNE knob Radio Mode: Saves frequencies AM/FM Mode : Changes frequency (channels) or receives saved fre- by turning the knob left/right. quencies (channels) CD, USB, iPod , My Music Mode: ® CD, USB, iPod , My Music mode ®...
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Features of your vehicle SETUP Mode Pop up [Mode Pop up] Changes selection mode Display Settings • During On state, press the RADIO key to display the mode MEDIA Press the key Select [Display] change pop up screen. SETUP through TUNE knob or Select menu through TUNE knob...
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Features of your vehicle SOUND SETTINGS Sound Settings Speed Dependent Volume Control This feature will gradually increase This menu allows you to set the the volume as speed increases to ‘Bass, Middle, Treble’ and the Sound Press the key Select [Sound] SETUP offset outside noise.
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Features of your vehicle SYSTEM SETTINGS Memory Information • Off : This mode is for expert users and omits some information during Displays currently used memory and voice command operation. (When total system memory. using Expert mode, guidance Press key Select SETUP Select [Memory Information] OK instructions can be heard through...
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Features of your vehicle RADIO : FM, AM OR SIRIUS Preset SEEK Selecting through manual search Press the Turn the TUNE knob left/right to • Briefly pressing the key (under 0.8 adjust the frequency. seconds): Plays the frequency saved in the corresponding key. •...
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Features of your vehicle MENU Within key are the A.Store MENU (Auto Store) and Info functions. A.Store Press the key Set [A.Store] MENU through TUNE knob or key. Saves broadcasts with superior reception to keys. If no frequencies are received, then the most recently received frequency will be broadcast.
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Features of your vehicle SiriusXM Satellite Radio information Satellite Radio channels: • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall build- For information on extended sub- ings, bridges, tunnels, freeway scription terms, contact SiriusXM SiriusXM Satellite Radio has over overpasses, parking garages, at 1-800-643-2112. 130 channels, including 69 channels dense tree foliage and thunder- of 100% commercial-free music, plus...
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Radio seconds): Previews each broad- activation signal. cast for 5 seconds each Your Kia vehicle is equipped with a 3 month complimentary period of ❈ Press the key again to con- SCAN...
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Please consult with your Displays the Artist/Song info of the Kia dealership. current song. 2. Acquiring Signal If this message is displayed, it means that the antenna is covered and that the...
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Features of your vehicle BASIC METHOD OF USE : Repeat While song (file) is playing Audio CD / MP3 CD / USB / (RPT) key iPod ® / My Music Audio CD, MP3 CD, USB, iPod , My ® Music mode: RPT on screen Press the key to change the MEDIA...
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Features of your vehicle MP3 CD, USB mode: FLD.RDM on While song (file) playing Folder Search : MP3 CD, USB SEEK screen Mode TRACK • Folder Random (press the key) : • Shortly pressing the key : Plays the While file is playing FOLDER next song.
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Features of your vehicle MENU : Audio CD Information MENU : MP3 CD / USB Press the CD MP3 mode Press the key Set [ Info] Press the CD MP3 mode MENU MENU MENU Repeat, Random, through the TUNE knob or to set the Repeat, Folder Random, Information features.
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Features of your vehicle Folder Random All Random Copy Press the key Set [ A.RDM] Press the key Set [ Copy] MENU MENU Press the key Set [ F.RDM] MENU through the TUNE knob or through the TUNE knob or through the TUNE knob or to randomly play all songs within the...
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Features of your vehicle MENU : iPod Information ® In iPod mode, press the Press the key Set [ Info] ® MENU MENU Repeat, Random, through the TUNE knob or Information and Search features. key. Displays information of the current song.
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Features of your vehicle MENU : My Music Mode Random Delete Press the key Set [ Delete] MENU Press the key Set [ RDM] MENU through the TUNE knob or through the TUNE knob or In My Music mode, press the MENU key.
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Features of your vehicle Delete Selection My Music AUX is used to play external MEDIA • Even if memory is available, a Press the key Set [ MENU currently connected with the AUX maximum of 6,000 songs can be Del.Sel] through the TUNE knob terminal.
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AUDIO logos are registered trademarks audio can be used only when the owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and [Audio Streaming] of Phone is any use of such marks by Kia is turned What is Bluetooth Wireless under license. Other trademarks ®...
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Features of your vehicle Starting Bluetooth Using the Bluetooth ® Wireless ® Wireless Technology Audio Technology audio features • Press the key to change the • Play / Stop MEDIA mode in order of CD ➟ USB ➟ AUX Press the TUNE knob to play and ➟...
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Features of your vehicle PHONE Making a call using the • Check call history and making call Steering-wheel mounted con- ➀ Briefly press (under 0.8 seconds) trols key on the steering Before using the Bluetooth Wireless ® Technology phone features remote controller.
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Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Kia is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. A Bluetooth ®...
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Features of your vehicle 2.Select [OK] button to enter the Pair [Non SSP supported device] Pairing Key / PHONE Phone screen. on the Steering Remote (SSP: Secure Simple Pairing) Controller 4. After a few moments, a screen is displayed where the passkey is entered.
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During the pairing process, make sure that all connection requests on the phone are accepted for phone- book download and to allow accept- ance of all future connection requests. and Visit http://www.kia.com/#/blue- tooth for additional information on pairing your Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone, and to view a phone compatibility list.
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Features of your vehicle • Bluetooth • Only Bluetooth Pairing through [PHONE] Wireless Technology ® Wireless Technology ® Setup features supported within the vehi- Handsfree and Bluetooth audio relat- cle are as follows. Some features ed features are supported. may not be supported depending •...
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Features of your vehicle • After pairing is complete, a con- Connecting a Device From the paired phone list, select the tacts download request is sent device you want to connect and once to the mobile phone. Some select [Connect]. Press key Select mobile phones may require confir-...
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Features of your vehicle Changing Priority From the paired phone list, select • Priority icon will be displayed when the phone you want to switch to the the selected phone is set as a pri- highest priority, then select [Change ority phone.
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Features of your vehicle Disconnecting a Device Deleting a Device • When deleting the currently con- nected device, the device will auto- matically be disconnected to pro- Press key Select Press key Select SETUP SETUP ceed with the deleting process. [Phone] Select [Phone List] [Phone] Select [Phone List] •...
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Features of your vehicle • If you select the [Call History] but- Answering Calls USING Bluetooth Wireless ® ton but there is no call history data, Technology a prompt is displayed which asks to download call history data. Answering a Call Phone Menu Screen Answering a call with a Bluetooth ®...
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Features of your vehicle • When an incoming call pop-up is Favorites Call History displayed, most Audio and SETUP mode features are disabled. Only Press the Select Press the Select [Call the call volume will operate. PHONE PHONE [Favorites] History] •...
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Features of your vehicle Contacts • Up to 1,000 contacts saved in your • It is not possible to begin down- Bluetooth Wireless Technology loading a contact list when the con- ® phone can be downloaded into the tact download feature has been Press key Select PHONE...
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® are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Kia is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. A Bluetooth enabled cell phone is ®...
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Features of your vehicle Downloading Contacts Auto Download (Contacts) 1) Connect/Disconnect Phone Connect/ disconnects currently Press key Select Press key Select SETUP SETUP selected phone [Phone] Select [Contacts Download] [Phone] Select [Auto Download] 2) Change Priority : Sets currently selected phone to highest connec- tion priority 3) Delete : Deletes the currently selected phone...
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Features of your vehicle Audio Streaming Outgoing Volume Turning Bluetooth System Off Press key Select Press key Select Press the key Select SETUP SETUP SETUP [Phone] Select [Outgoing Volume] [Phone] Select [Bluetooth System [Phone] Select [Audio Streaming] Off] Once Bluetooth Wireless Technology ®...
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Features of your vehicle Skipping Prompt Messages VOICE RECOGNITION If prompt feedback is in [ON], then the system will say “Please say a While prompt message is being stat- command after the beep (BEEP)” ed Shortly press the key on the Using Voice Recognition •...
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Features of your vehicle ENDING VOICE Voice Recognition and Phone Contact List Best Practices RECOGNITION Contact Tips: 1)Do not use acronyms (i.e., use The Kia Voice Recognition System “County Finance Department” may have difficulty understanding instead of “CFD”). While Voice Recognition is operating...
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Features of your vehicle Illustration on using voice commands More Help Here are some examples of mode commands. • Starting voice command. You can say a radio type like 'FM', 'AM', or 'Satellite'. Shortly pressing the key (under 0.8 seconds): You can also say a media source like 'USB', 'My Music', or 'iPod'.
Features of your vehicle Voice Command List • Common Commands: These commands can be used in most operations. (However a few commands may not be available during certain operations) Command Function Command Function • More Help Provides guidance on commands that can be When listening to the radio, displays the next ➟...
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Features of your vehicle Command Function Command Function SiriusXM (Satellite) Displays the selected SIRIUS screen. My Music Plays the music saved in My Music. AUX (Auxiliary) Plays the connected external device. SiriusXM Channel Plays the selected SIRIUS channel. Bluetooth ® Audio Plays the music saved in connected Bluetooth ®...
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Features of your vehicle • FM/AM radio commands: Commands available during • Satellite radio commands: Commands that can be FM, AM radio operation. used while listening to Satellite Radio. Command Function Command Function Preset 1~6 Plays the broadcast station saved in Preset 1~6. Channel 0~223 Plays the selected Satellite Radio channel.
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Features of your vehicle • Audio CD commands: Commands available during • MP3 CD / USB commands: Commands available dur- Audio CD operation. ing USB and MP3 CD operation. Command Function Command Function Random Randomly plays the tracks within the CD. Random Randomly plays the files within the current folder.
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Features of your vehicle • iPod Commands: Commands available during iPod • My Music Commands: Commands available during ® ® operation. My Music operation. Command Function Command Function Random Randomly plays the songs within the current Random Randomly plays all saved files. category.
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Bluetooth ® word mark and logos are registered ation Command Operation trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Kia is under license. A Bluetooth ® enabled cell phone is required to use Command Function Bluetooth ®...
Driving your vehicle Before driving ......5-4 Brake system......5-23 •...
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Active ECO system......5-49 Winter driving ......5-66 •...
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2. Open side vents. State of California to cause can- as possible by an authorized Kia 3. Set the air intake control at cer and birth defects and repro- dealer.
Driving your vehicle BEFORE DRIVING Before entering vehicle Before starting WARNING - Distracted • Be sure that all windows, outside • Close and lock all doors. driving mirror(s), and outside lights are • Position the seat so that all con- Focus on the road while driving.
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Driving your vehicle WARNING WARNING - Driving while - Fire risk intoxicated When you intend to park or stop Do not drive while intoxicated. the vehicle with the engine on, be careful not to depress the Drinking and driving is danger- accelerator pedal for a long ous.
Driving your vehicle KEY POSITIONS Illuminated ignition switch Ignition switch position Before leaving the driver’s seat, (if equipped) always make sure the shift lever is engaged in 1st gear for the manual transaxle or P (Park) for the auto- matic transaxle, set the parking brake fully and shut the engine off.
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Driving your vehicle START WARNING - Steering Turn the ignition switch to the START wheel position to start the engine. The engine will crank until you release Never reach for any controls the key; then it returns to the ON through the steering wheel position.
Driving your vehicle ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON (IF EQUIPPED) Illuminated ENGINE ENGINE START/STOP button If the vehicle is still moving, you can START/STOP button position restart the engine without depress- ing the brake pedal by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button with the shift lever in the N (Neutral) posi- tion.
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Driving your vehicle ACC(Accessory) START/RUN Orange indicator Green indicator Not illuminated Press the ENGINE START/STOP Press the ENGINE START/STOP To start the engine, depress the button while it is in the OFF position button while it is in the ACC position brake pedal and press the ENGINE without depressing the brake pedal.
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Driving your vehicle If you leave the ENGINE START/ STOP button in the ACC or ON posi- tion for a long time, the battery will discharge. WARNING - Starting vehicle Never press ENGINE START/STOP button while the vehicle is in motion. This would result in loss of directional con- trol and braking function, which could cause an accident.
Driving your vehicle STARTING THE ENGINE 3.Turn the ignition switch to START CAUTION - Starter WARNING - Proper and hold it there until the engine footwear starts (a maximum of 10 seconds), Do not engage the starter for then release the key. more than 10 seconds.
Driving your vehicle Starting the engine with a Whether the engine is cold or warm, WARNING - Unintended smart key (if equipped) it should be started without depress- ing the accelerator. vehicle movement • Even if the smart key is in the vehi- Never leave the smart key in the cle, but is far away from you, the vehicle with children or vehicle...
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Driving your vehicle • When the stop lamp fuse is blown, you can't start the engine normally. Replace the fuse with a new one. If it is not possible, you can start the engine by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button for 10 sec- onds while it is in the ACC posi- tion.
Driving your vehicle MANUAL TRANSAXLE (IF EQUIPPED) Manual transaxle operation CAUTION - Downshifting The manual transaxle has 6 forward Do not downshift more than 2 gears. gears or downshift the gear This shift pattern is imprinted on the when the engine is running at shift knob.
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Driving your vehicle Using the clutch • During cold weather, shifting may WARNING - Incline be difficult until the transaxle lubri- The clutch should be depressed all cant is warmed up. This is normal parking the way to the floor before shifting, and not harmful to the transaxle.
Driving your vehicle Good driving practices • Exercise extreme caution when driving on a slippery surface. Be • Never take the vehicle out of gear especially careful when braking, and coast down a hill. This is accelerating or shifting gears. On a extremely hazardous.
Driving your vehicle AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (IF EQUIPPED) Automatic transaxle operation The automatic transaxle has 6 for- ward speeds and one reverse speed. The individual speeds are selected Shift lever automatically, depending on the position of the shift lever. Button ✽ ✽ NOTICE + (UP) The first few shifts on a new vehicle or if the battery has been discon-...
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Driving your vehicle For smooth operation, depress the Transaxle ranges CAUTION - Transaxle brake pedal when shifting from N The indicator light in the instrument (Neutral) to a forward or reverse avoid damage your cluster displays the shift lever posi- gear.
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Driving your vehicle R (Reverse) D (Drive) Use this position to drive the vehicle This is the normal forward driving backward. position. The transaxle will automati- Sports mode cally shift through 6-gear sequence, providing the best fuel CAUTION - Shifting economy and power.
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Driving your vehicle Paddle shifter (if equipped) Up (+) : Push the lever forward • To maintain the required levels of once to shift up one gear. vehicle performance and safety, the system may not execute cer- Down (-) : Pull the lever backwards tain gearshifts when the shift lever once to shift down one is operated.
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P (Park) position into 3.Move the shift lever. another position to avoid inad- vertent motion of the vehicle. 4.Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer immediately. 5 21...
Driving your vehicle Ignition key interlock system Moving up a steep grade from a (if equipped) standing start The ignition key cannot be removed To move up a steep grade from a unless the shift lever is in the P standing start, depress the brake (Park) position.
Driving your vehicle BRAKE SYSTEM Power brakes Wet brakes may impair the vehicle’s CAUTION - Brake pedal ability to safely slow down; the vehi- Your vehicle has power-assisted cle may also pull to one side when Do not drive with your foot rest- brakes that adjust automatically the brakes are applied.
Driving your vehicle In the event of brake failure Disc brakes wear indicator WARNING - Brake wear If service brakes fail to operate while When your brake pads are worn and the vehicle is in motion, you can new pads are required, you will hear Do not ignore high pitched wear make an emergency stop with the a high-pitched warning sound from...
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Driving your vehicle Parking brake CAUTION - Parking brake Applying the parking brake Driving with the parking brake applied will cause excessive brake pad (or lining) and brake rotor wear. OTF050014 Hand type To engage the parking brake, first OTF050015 apply the foot brake and then without Foot type pressing the release button in, pull...
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Driving your vehicle Releasing the parking brake WARNING - Parking brake All vehicles should always have the parking brake fully engaged when parking to avoid inadver- tent movement of the vehicle which can injure occupants or pedestrians. OTF050016 Hand type OTF050017 To release the parking brake, first Foot type...
Driving your vehicle If at all possible, stop driving the Electric parking brake (EPB) vehicle immediately. If that is not pos- (if equipped) sible, use extreme caution while Applying the parking brake operating the vehicle and only con- tinue to drive the vehicle until you can reach a safe location or repair shop.
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Driving your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Releasing the parking brake To release EPB (electric parking brake) automatically: On a steep incline or when pulling a • Shift lever in P (Park) trailer, if the vehicle does not remain at a standstill, do as follows: With the engine running depress 1.
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OFF position, but you have the system checked by cannot release it. ✽ ✽ NOTICE an authorized Kia dealer. • For your safety, depress the brake • Do not drive your vehicle with If the driver turns the engine off by pedal and release the parking the EPB applied.
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Driving your vehicle System warning CAUTION WARNING ■ ■ Type A Type B • A click or electric brake motor • Never allow anyone who is whine sound may be heard unfamiliar with the vehicle to while operating or releasing touch the parking brake.
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Driving your vehicle System warning System warning EPB malfunction indicator (if equipped) ■ ■ ■ ■ Type A Type B Type A Type B ■ ■ Type A Type B OTF054100L OTF054101L OTFS054079 When the conversion from Auto Hold If the EPB is applied while Auto Hold to EPB is not working properly a activated because...
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Driving your vehicle Emergency braking If this occurs, have your vehicle CAUTION checked by an authorized Kia dealer If there is a problem with the brake as soon as possible. • The EPB warning light may pedal while driving, emergency brak-...
If the EPB does not release normal- OTFS054095 ly, take your vehicle to an authorized 1.Depress the brake pedal, start the Kia dealer by loading the vehicle on engine and then press the Auto a flatbed tow truck and have the sys- Hold button.
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Driving your vehicle Cancel 4.If you press the accelerator pedal with the shift lever in R (Reverse), D (Drive) or sports mode, the Auto Hold will be released automatically and the vehicle will start to move. The indicator changes from green to white indicating the Auto Hold is in standby and the EPB is released.
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EPB not working properly. Take your properly. under any of the following condi- vehicle to an authorized Kia deal- Take your vehicle to an author- tions (Auto Hold light remains er and have the system checked. ized Kia dealer and have the white and the EPB automatically system checked.
Driving your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Anti-lock brake system (ABS) The ABS continuously senses the speed of the wheels. If the wheels A click sound may be heard in the ABS (or ESC) will not prevent acci- are going to lock, the ABS system engine compartment when the vehi- dents due to improper or dangerous repeatedly modulates the hydraulic...
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If the light stays on, you may have a problem with your ABS but your regular brakes will work normally. Contact an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible. 5 37...
Driving your vehicle Electronic stability control Electronic stability control (ESC) will When you apply your brakes under (ESC) not prevent accidents. Excessive conditions which may lock the speed in turns, abrupt maneuvers wheels, you may hear a “tik-tik’’ and hydroplaning on wet surfaces sound from the brakes, or feel a cor- can still result in serious accidents.
Driving your vehicle ESC operation ESC operation off When operating When the ESC is in opera- ESC ON condition ESC OFF state tion, ESC indicator light • When the ignition is turned This car has 2 kinds of ESC blinks. ON, ESC and ESC OFF off states.
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Driving your vehicle Indicator light ■ ESC indicator light ■ ESC OFF indicator light OTF054110L OTF054111L • ESC off state 1 • ESC off state 2 To cancel ESC operation, press the To cancel ESC operation, press the When the ignition switch is turned ESC OFF button (ESC OFF ESC OFF button (ESC OFF ) for...
Driving your vehicle ESC OFF usage Driving with varying tire or wheel Hill-start assist control (HAC) sizes may cause the ESC system to When driving Hill start Assist Control is a comfort malfunction. When replacing tires, function. The main intent is to pre- •...
Driving your vehicle • The HAC does not operate when Vehicle stability management The VSM does not operate when: the transaxle shift lever is in the P (VSM) • Driving on bank road such as gra- (Park) or N (Neutral) position. dient or incline This system...
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VSM sys- authorized Kia dealer and have the even with installed VSM. Always tem. system checked. follow all the normal precautions for driving at safe speeds for the •...
Then release the parking • Be cautious when parking on a hill. authorized Kia dealer for assis- brake. Firmly engage the parking brake tance. • Do not hold the vehicle on the and place the shift lever in P (auto- •...
Driving your vehicle CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) ✽ ✽ NOTICE The cruise control system allows you To set cruise control speed: to program the vehicle to maintain a • During normal cruise control constant speed without depressing operation, when the SET switch is the accelerator pedal.
Driving your vehicle To increase cruise control set To decrease the cruising speed: speed: OTF054021E 3.Move the lever (1) down (to SET-), and release it at the desired speed. OTF054022E OTF054021E The SET indicator light in the Follow either of these procedures: Follow either of these procedures: instrument cluster will illuminate.
Driving your vehicle Each of these actions will cancel To temporarily accelerate with To cancel cruise control, do cruise control operation (the SET the cruise control on: one of the following: indicator light in the instrument clus- If you want to speed up temporarily ter will go off), but it will not turn the when the cruise control is on, system off.
Driving your vehicle To resume cruising speed at To turn cruise control off, do more than approximately 25 one of the following: mph (40 km/h): • Press the CRUISE button (the CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster will go off). •...
Driving your vehicle ACTIVE ECO SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Active ECO operation • If Active ECO is turned off, it will Limitation of Active ECO oper- return to the normal mode. ation: If the following conditions occur while When Active ECO is activated: Active ECO is operating, the system operation is limited even though •...
Driving your vehicle DRIVE MODE INTEGRATED CONTROL SYSTEM ECO mode (Active ECO) DRIVE mode When Active ECO is activated: Active ECO helps improve • The acceleration may slightly be fuel efficiency by control- reduced eventhough you depress ling certain engine and the accelerator fully.
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Driving your vehicle SPORT mode Limitation of Active ECO opera- • If the system is activat- tion: SPORT mode focuses on SPORT If the following conditions occur while dynamic driving by auto- - While holding vehicle Active ECO is operating, the system matically controlling the speed, it maintains the operation is limited even though...
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Driving your vehicle BLIND SPOT DETECTION SYSTEM (BSD) (IF EQUIPPED) (1) BSD (Blind spot detection) WARNING The warning range depends on your vehicle speed. However, if • Always check the road condi- your vehicle is about 6 mph (10 tion while driving for unex- pected situations even...
Driving your vehicle Warning type BSD (Blind Spot Detection) / When the system is not used turn the LCA (Lane Change Assist) system off by turning off the switch. The system will activate when: When the system is turned on the Operating conditions 1.The system is on warning light will illuminate for 3 sec-...
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Driving your vehicle Detecting sensor 1st stage 2nd stage OTF054107 OTF054108 If a vehicle is detected within the The second stage alarm will activate OTF054109 boundary of the system, a warning when: The sensors are located inside of the light will illuminate on the outside 1.The first stage alert is on rear bumper.
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Remove the foreign matter on the rear bumper. If the system does not work normally even though the foreign matter is removed, take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked. OTF054132 OTF054131 OTF054103L If the system does not work properly,...
Driving your vehicle Operating conditions RCTA (Rear cross traffic alert) • The system operates when the vehicle speed is below 6.2 mph (10 km/h) with the shift lever in R (Reverse). • The RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) detecting range is 0.5m ~ 20m based on the side direction.
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Driving your vehicle ❈ If your vehicle's left or right side Warning type (Continued) bumper is blinded by barrier or • The Blind Spot Detection vehicles, the system sensing abili- System (BSD) is not a substi- ty may be deteriorated. tute for proper and safe lane changing procedures.
Driving your vehicle Non-operating condition - A big vehicle is near such as a bus CAUTION or truck. Driver's Attention • The system may not work - A motorcycle or bicycle is near. The driver must be cautious in the properly if the bumper has - A flat trailer like vehicle is near.
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Driving your vehicle Outside rearview mirror may not - If there is a vehicle with decreased This device complies with Part ride height (lowered). alert the driver when: 15 of the FCC rules. - When the vehicle is close to anoth- - The outside rearview mirror hous- Operation is subject to the following er vehicle.
Driving your vehicle ECONOMICAL OPERATION Your vehicle's fuel economy depends • Don't "ride" the brake pedal. This • Keep your vehicle in good condi- mainly on your style of driving, where can increase fuel consumption and tion. For better fuel economy and reduced maintenance costs, main- you drive and when you drive.
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Driving your vehicle • Remember, your vehicle does not • Use your air conditioning sparingly. WARNING - Engine off require extended warm-up. After The air conditioning system is the engine has started, allow the operated by engine power so your during engine to run for 10 to 20 seconds fuel economy is reduced when you...
Driving your vehicle SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS Hazardous driving conditions Do not pump the brake pedal on a Rocking the vehicle vehicle equipped with ABS. When hazardous driving conditions If it is necessary to rock the vehicle • If stalled in snow, mud, or sand, are encountered such as water, to free it from snow, sand, or mud, use second gear.
Driving your vehicle Smooth cornering Driving at night CAUTION - Spinning tires Do not spin the wheels, espe- cially at speeds more than 35 mph (56 km/h). Spinning the wheels at high speeds when the vehicle is stationary could cause a tire to overheat which could result in tire damage.
Driving your vehicle • Adjust your mirrors to reduce the Driving in the rain • If your tires are not in good condi- glare from other driver's head- tion, making a quick stop on wet lights. pavement can cause a skid and possibly lead to an accident.
Driving your vehicle Fuel, engine coolant and engine Driving off-road WARNING - Tire tread Drive carefully off-road because your Always check the tire tread High speed travel consumes more vehicle may be damaged by rocks or before driving your vehicle. fuel than urban motoring.
Driving your vehicle WINTER DRIVING Snow tires Snowy or Icy conditions If you mount snow tires on your vehi- To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it cle, make sure they are radial tires of may be necessary to use snow tires the same size and load range as the or to install tire chains on your tires.
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Driving your vehicle Tire chains Install tire chains only on the front Chain installation tires. When installing chains, follow the manufacturer's instructions mount them as tightly as you can. CAUTION - Snow chains Drive slowly with chains installed. If Make sure the snow chains are you hear the chains contacting the the correct size and type for body or chassis, stop and tighten...
• Stop driving and retighten the the battery and cables as described chains any time you hear them in chapter 7. The level of charge in hitting the vehicle. your battery can be checked by an authorized Kia dealer or a service station.
Don't let ice and snow accu- tions on the container. Window wash- mulate underneath er anti-freeze is available from an authorized Kia dealer and most auto Under some conditions, snow and parts outlets. Do not use engine ice can build up under the fenders coolant or other types of anti-freeze and interfere with the steering.
Driving your vehicle VEHICLE LOAD LIMIT Tire and loading information label The label located on the driver's door sill gives the original tire size, cold tire pressures recommended for your vehicle, the number of people that can be in your vehicle and vehicle capacity weight.
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Driving your vehicle Seating capacity: Steps For Determining Correct 5.Determine the combined weight of Load Limit - luggage and cargo being loaded Total : 5 persons on the vehicle. That weight may not (Front seat : 2 persons, 1.Locate the statement "The com- safely exceed the available cargo Rear seat : 3 persons) bined weight of occupants and...
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Driving your vehicle Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 C190F01JM C190F02JM C190F03JM Item Description Total Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Capacity 849 lbs Vehicle Capacity 849 lbs Vehicle Capacity 849 lbs Weight (385 kg) Weight (385 kg) Weight (385 kg) Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant...
Driving your vehicle Certification label To find out the actual loads on your The label will help you decide how front and rear axles, you need to go much cargo and installed equipment to a weigh station and weigh your your vehicle can carry.
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Driving your vehicle WARNING WARNING - Over loading - Loose cargo Do not overload your vehicle. Do not travel with unsecured Overloading your vehicle can blunt objects in the passenger cause heat buildup in your vehi- compartment of your vehicle cle's tires and possible tire fail- (e.g.
Driving your vehicle VEHICLE WEIGHT This chapter will guide you in the Cargo weight GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) proper loading of your vehicle and/or This figure includes all weight added This is the maximum allowable trailer, to keep your loaded vehicle to the Base Curb Weight, including weight of the fully loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capa-...
What to do in an emergency ROAD WARNING Hazard warning flasher It should be used whenever emer- gency repairs are being made or when the vehicle is stopped near the edge of a roadway. Depress the flasher switch with the ignition switch in any position.
3.Have all passengers get out of the vehicle will not start, contact an vehicle. Be sure they all get out on If you have a flat tire while authorized Kia dealer or seek other the side of the vehicle that is away qualified assistance. driving from traffic.
4.If the engine still does not start, call charged. an authorized Kia dealer or seek 4.Check the starter connections to other qualified assistance. be sure they are securely tight- ened.
What to do in an emergency EMERGENCY STARTING Jump starting Jumper Cables WARNING - Frozen Jump starting can be dangerous if batteries done incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid Do not attempt to jump start the harm to yourself or damage to your vehicle if the discharged battery vehicle or battery, follow these jump is frozen or if the electrolyte...
AGM batteries. loads. When replacing the AGM battery, 4.Connect the jumper cables in the use only the Kia genuine battery for exact sequence shown in the illus- the ISG system. tration. First connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive termi- ✽...
2,000 rpm, then start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery. If the cause of your battery discharg- ing is not apparent, you should have your vehicle checked by an author- ized Kia dealer.
If overheating happens again, running or the steaming has 5.If the water pump drive belt is bro- call an authorized Kia dealer for stopped. If there is no visible loss ken or engine coolant leaks, stop assistance.
What to do in an emergency TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) Each tire, including the spare (if pro- Please note that the TPMS is not a vided), should be checked monthly substitute for proper tire mainte- when cold and inflated to the inflation nance, and it is the driver’s responsi- pressure recommended by the vehi- bility to maintain correct tire pres-...
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Kia dealer. low pressure tire with the spare tire. 1.The low tire pressure telltale/ Then the Low Tire Pressure telltale...
Tire Monitoring System. Have the system Pressure Monitoring System WARNING checked by an authorized Kia dealer - Low pressure (TPMS). as soon as possible to determine the damage The TPMS malfunction indicator may cause of the problem.
Pressure will come on. Have the flat on until the low pressure tire is replaced with the spare tire, the tire repaired by an authorized Kia repaired and placed on the vehicle. TPMS sensor on the replaced dealer as soon as possible or...
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What to do in an emergency You may not be able to identify a low A cold tire means the vehicle has WARNING - TPMS tire by simply looking at it. Always been sitting for 3 hours and driven for use a good quality tire pressure less than 1 mile (1.6 km) in that 3 •...
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What to do in an emergency This device complies with Part WARNING - Protecting 15 of the FCC rules. TPMS Operation is subject to the following Tampering with, modifying, or two conditions: disabling the Tire Pressure 1.This device may not cause harmful Monitoring System (TPMS)
What to do in an emergency IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE Jacking instructions Jack and tools Always move the vehicle completely off the road and onto the shoulder The jack is provided for emergency before trying to change a tire. The tire changing only.
What to do in an emergency Do not allow anyone to remain in the Removing and storing the Changing tires vehicle while it is on the jack. spare tire Make sure any children present are in a secure place away from the road and from the vehicle to be raised with the jack.
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What to do in an emergency To prevent vehicle movement while changing a tire, always set the park- ing brake fully, and always block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel being changed. We recommend that the wheels of the vehicle be chocked, and that no person remain in a vehicle that is being jacked.
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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.
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Then double-check each nut for tightness. After changing the wheels, have an authorized Kia dealer tighten the wheel nuts to their proper torque as soon as possible. 6 19...
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Adjust proper storage locations. nuts or wheels. If in doubt, consult an it to the specified pressure, if authorized Kia dealer. necessary. Refer to “Tires and wheels” in chapter 8.
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What to do in an emergency Important - use of compact spare When using a compact spare tire, WARNING tire (if equipped) observe the following precautions: The compact spare tire is for • Under no circumstances should Your vehicle is equipped with a com- emergency use only.
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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 should standard tires, snow tires, pact spare tire is installed. wheel covers or trim rings be used •...
The tire may loose inspected by an authorized Kia deal- or similar objects and reinflates the air pressure at any time after er as soon as possible.
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• Use of the Tire Mobility Kit may not be effective for tire damage larger than approximately 0.24 in (6 mm). Please contact the nearest Kia dealership if the tire cannot be made roadworthy with the Tire Mobility Kit.
What to do in an emergency 9. Hose to connect compressor and Components of the TireMobilityKit sealant bottle or compressor and wheel Connectors, cable and connection hose are stored in the compressor housing. WARNING - Expired sealant Do not use the Tire sealant after the sealant has expired (i.e.
What to do in an emergency Using the Tire Mobility Kit CAUTION - Tire pressure 1.Detach the speed restriction label Do not attempt to drive your (0) from the sealant bottle (1), and vehicle if the tire pressure is place it in a highly visible place below 29 PSI(200kpa).
When you use the Tire Mobility Kit, - To increase the inflation pres- approved by Kia, the tire pres- the tire pressure sensor valve stem sure : Switch on the compressor, sure sensors may be damaged and wheel may be stained by position I.
What to do in an emergency Notes on the safe use of the • Never leave the TMK unattended Technical Data Tire Mobility Kit while it is being used. System voltage: DC 12 V • Do not leave the compressor run- •...
If the EPB does not release normal- ly, take your vehicle to an author- OMC045012 ized Kia dealer by loading the vehi- If emergency towing is necessary, cle on a flatbed tow truck and have we recommend having it done by an the system checked.
• The drivers of both vehicles should If towing is necessary, have it communicate with each other fre- 4.Remove the towing hook and done by an authorized Kia dealer quently. install the cover after use. or a commercial tow truck service.
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• Before emergency towing, check easy visibility. Contact an authorized Kia that the hook is not broken or dam- dealer or a commercial tow aged. • Drive carefully so that the towing truck service for assistance.
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What to do in an emergency Emergency towing precautions When towing your vehicle in an CAUTION - Automatic emergency without wheel dollies : • Place the ignition switch in ACC so transaxle the steering wheel isn’t locked. 1.Set the ignition switch in the ACC •...
Kia dealer perform this work. nical support from Kia in order to pro- dance with the scheduled mainte- vide you with a high level of service An authorized Kia dealer has factory- nance service charts shown on the satisfaction.
As explained earlier in this section, become entangled in moving several procedures can be done only parts, if you must run the by an authorized Kia dealer with spe- engine while working under the cial tools. hood, make certain that you remove all jewelry (especially ✽...
• Check the engine oil level. ized Kia dealer at the frequencies exhaust fumes in the vehicle. indicated to help ensure safe, • Check the coolant level in coolant •...
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Maintenance At least monthly: At least twice a year At least once a year : (i.e., every Spring and Fall) : • Check the coolant level in the • Clean the body and door drain engine coolant reservoir. holes. • Check the radiator, heater and air conditioning hoses for leaks or •...
Maintenance SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICE If your vehicle is operated under the Follow the Normal Maintenance above conditions, should Schedule if the vehicle is usually inspect, replace or refill more fre- operated where none of the following conditions apply. If any of the following quently than the following Normal conditions apply,...
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: If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives. : Fuel filter & Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this mainte- nance schedule depends on fuel quality.
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Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 6 months 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (2.0 T-GDI) ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect vacuum hose (At first, replace at 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 6 months, ❑...
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Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 22,500 miles (36,000 km) or 18 months 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) ❑...
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Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 37,500 miles (60,000 km) or 30 months 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 36 months ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Inspect manual transaxle fluid (if equipped) ❑...
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Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 52,500 miles (84,000 km) or 42 months 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) ❑...
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Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) (Continued) 67,500 miles (108,000 km) or 54 months ❑ Replace air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Inspect manual transaxle fluid (if equipped) (60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 96 months) ❑...
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Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) ❈ Inspect : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or 75,000 miles (120,000 km) or 60 months replace. ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant ❑ Inspect brake hoses and lines ❑...
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Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 82,500 miles (132,000 km) or 66 months 90,000 miles (144,000 km) or 72 months ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) ❑...
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Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) (Continued) 97,500 miles (156,000 km) or 78 months ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Replace air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) (90,000 miles (144,000 km) or 144 months) (97,500 miles (156,000 km) or 156 months) ❑...
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Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 84 months (Continued) ❑ Add fuel additive * ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect vacuum hose (Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months) ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant ❈...
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Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 112,500 miles (180,000 km) or 90 months 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 96 months ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant ❑ Inspect manual transaxle fluid (if equipped) ❑...
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Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) (Continued) 127,500 miles (204,000 km) or 102 months ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Replace air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) (120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 192 months) ❑...
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Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 135,000 miles (216,000 km) or 108 months 142,500 miles (228,000 km) or 114 months ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) ❑...
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Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.) 150,000 miles (240,000 km) or 120 months (Continued) ❑ Replace air cleaner filter ❑ Inspect vacuum hose ❑ Replace engine oil and filter (2.4 GDI) ❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant ❑ Inspect brake hoses and lines (150,000 miles (240,000 km) or 240 months) ❑...
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Maintenance MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals. R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary MAINTENANCE DRIVING MAINTENANCE ITEM...
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Maintenance MAINTENANCE DRIVING MAINTENANCE ITEM MAINTENANCE INTERVALS OPERATION CONDITION Front disc brake/pads, calipers and rotors More frequently C, D, G, H Rear disc brake/pads, parking brake More frequently C, D, G, H Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm More frequently C, D, E, F, G, H, I ball joint, upper arm ball joint Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
Have an authorized Kia dealer more frequent oil and filter changes starting. If an excessive amount of replace any damaged or leaking are required.
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Maintenance Vacuum crankcase ventilation Air cleaner filter Cooling system hoses A Genuine Kia air cleaner filter is Check cooling system components, Inspect the surface of hoses for evi- recommended when the filter is such as radiator, coolant reservoir, dence of heat and/or mechanical replaced.
But in severe conditions, the fluid should be changed at an authorized Brake/clutch fluid Exhaust pipe and muffler Kia dealer in accordance to the Check brake fluid level in the brake Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, scheduled maintenance at the begin- fluid reservoir.
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Maintenance Steering gear box, linkage & Drive shafts and boots boots/lower arm ball joint Check the drive shafts, boots and With the vehicle stopped and engine clamps for cracks, deterioration, or off, check for excessive free-play in damage. Replace any damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the the steering wheel.
Maintenance ENGINE OIL ■ ■ 2.4 engine Checking the engine oil level 3. Turn the engine off and wait for a few minutes (about 5 minutes) for ■ ■ 2.4 engine the oil to return to the oil pan. 4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and reinsert it fully.
Changing the engine oil and (Refer to “Recommended lubricants filter and capacities” in chapter 8.) Have engine oil and filter changed by an authorized Kia dealer according to the Maintenance Schedule at the beginning of this chapter. WARNING - California...
Bring the level to F (MAX), but do not overfill. If frequent coolant addition is Check the antifreeze protection and required, see an authorized Kia deal- coolant level at least once a year, at er for a cooling system inspection.
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Maintenance Recommended engine coolant For mixture percentage, refer to the following table. • When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard Mixture Percentage (volume) water in the coolant filled at the fac- Ambient tory.
Use care when remov- Have the coolant changed by an radiator cap ing the radiator cap. Wrap a thick authorized Kia dealer according to towel around it, and turn it counter- Never attempt the Maintenance Schedule at the clockwise slowly to the first stop.
In the event the brake/clutch* system CAUTION - Proper fluid fluid level requires frequent additions of fluid, the vehicle should be inspected by Only use brake/clutch fluid in an authorized Kia dealer. brake/clutch system. Small amounts of improper fluids When changing...
Maintenance WASHER FLUID Checking the washer fluid WARNING - Windshield level fluid Do not drink the windshield washer fluid. The windshield washer fluid is poisonous to humans and animals. WARNING - Flammable fluid Do not allow the washer fluid to come in contact with open OTF074010 flames or sparks.
If the stroke is more or less vehicle on a fairly steep grade. than specified, have the parking brake adjusted by an authorized Kia dealer. Stroke : 6~8 “clicks’’ at a force of 44 lbs (20 kg, 196 N).
Maintenance AIR CLEANER Filter replacement OTF070012 OYF079013 1. Loosen the air cleaner cover 2. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner. OTF070011 attaching clips and open the cover. 3. Replace the air cleaner filter. It must be replaced when necessary, 4.
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• When removing the air cleaner conditions” in this chapter.) filter, be careful that dust or dirt does not enter the air intake, or damage may result. • Use a Kia genuine part. Use of nongenuine part could dam- age the air flow sensor.
Maintenance CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER (IF EQUIPPED) Filter inspection Filter replacement The climate control air filter should replaced according Maintenance Schedule. If the vehicle is operated in severely air-polluted cities or on dusty rough roads for a long period, it should be inspected more frequently and replaced earlier.
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Maintenance OMG079027 4. Replace the climate control air fil- ter. 5. Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly. When replacing the climate control air filter install it properly. Otherwise, the system may produce noise and the effectiveness of the filter may be reduced.
Maintenance WIPER BLADES Blade inspection Contamination of either the wind- Blade replacement shield or the wiper blades with for- When the wipers no longer clean eign matter can reduce the effective- adequately, the blades may be worn ness of the windshield wipers. or cracked, and require replacement.
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Maintenance Front windshield wiper blade OED070113 OED070114 2. Open the cover of the blade. 4. Install the blade assembly until it OED070112 clicks into place 3. Compress the clip behind the Type A wiper arm and lift it off the arm. 5.
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Maintenance OSBL071001 OHM078059 OSBL071002 Type B 4. Push down the wiper arm (3) and install the new blade assembly in 1. Raise the wiper arm. the reverse order of removal. 5. Return the wiper arm on the wind- CAUTION shield. Do not allow the wiper arm to fall against the windshield, since it may chip or crack the...
Maintenance BATTERY For best battery service WARNING WARNING - Risk of - Sulfuric acid explosion in batteries Keep lit cigarettes and Keep batteries out of the other flames reach children sparks away from the because batteries con- battery. tain highly corrosive SULFURIC ACID...
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Please return the battery to Batteries also contain other an authorized Kia dealer to chemicals known to the State of be recycled. California to cause cancer. Wash hands after handling.
Maintenance Battery recharging When recharging battery, Reset items observe the following precautions: Your vehicle has a maintenance-free, Items should be reset after the bat- • The battery must be removed from calcium-based battery. tery has been discharged or the bat- the vehicle and placed in an area tery has been disconnected.
Maintenance TIRES AND WHEELS Tire care WARNING - Tire underin- For proper maintenance, safety, and flation maximum fuel economy, you must Inflate your tires consistent with always maintain recommended tire the instructions provided in this inflation pressures and stay within manual.
(1.6 km) since startup.) spare tire. refilling, have it checked by an • Check the pressure of your spare authorized Kia dealer. tire each time you check the pres- • Overinflation produces a harsh How to check sure of other tires.
• Remember to check the pressure Replace the tire if you find either of the valve stems. They help prevent of your spare tire. Kia recommends these conditions. Replace the tire if leaks by keeping out dirt and mois- that you check the spare every fabric or cord is visible.
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Maintenance Rotate radial tires that have an Wheel alignment and tire bal- Without a spare tire asymmetric tread pattern only from ance front to rear and not from right to left. The wheels on your vehicle were Do not use the compact spare tire for aligned and balanced carefully at the tire rotation.
Maintenance Compact spare tire replacement Tire replacement The ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels. Tire size can A compact spare tire has a shorter affect wheel speed. When replacing tread life than a regular size tire. Tread wear indicator tires, all 4 tires must use the same Replace it when you can see the size originally supplied with the vehi-...
- Wheel the tire identification number (TIN) wheel alignment. for safety standard certification. The Wheels that do not meet Kia's When you have new tires installed, TIN can be used to identify the tire in specifications may fit poorly make sure they are balanced. This case of a recall.
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Maintenance 2. Tire size designation 89 - Load Index, a numerical code Tire speed ratings associated with the maximum A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire The chart below lists many of the dif- load the tire can carry. size designation.
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Maintenance 3. Checking tire life (TIN : Tire 5. Maximum permissible inflation WARNING - Tire age Identification Number) pressure Replace tires within the recom- Any tires that are over 6 years old, This number is the greatest amount mended time frame. Failure to based on the manufacturing date, of air pressure that should be put in replace tires as recommended...
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Maintenance 7. Uniform tire quality grading Tires degrade over time, even when Traction - AA, A, B & C they are not being used. Regardless Quality grades can be found where The traction grades, from highest to of the remaining tread, we recom- applicable on the tire sidewall lowest, are AA, A, B and C.
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Maintenance Temperature -A, B & C Tire terminology and definitions Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in Air Pressure: The amount of air The temperature grades are A (the pounds per square inch (psi) or kilo- inside the tire pressing outward on highest), B and C representing the pascals (kPa) before a tire has built...
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Maintenance Speed Rating: An alphanumeric Intended Outboard Sidewall: The Occupant Distribution: Designated code assigned to a tire indicating the side of an asymmetrical tire, that seating positions. maximum speed at which a tire can must always face outward when Outward Facing Sidewall: The side mounted on a vehicle.
Vehicle Maximum Load on the All season tires Snow tires Tire: Load on an individual tire due to Kia specifies all season tires on If you equip your car with snow tires, curb and accessory weight plus some models to provide good per-...
Maintenance Tire chains Radial-ply tires Longer wearing tires can be more susceptible to irregular tread wear. It Tire chains, if necessary, should be Radial-ply tires provide improved is very important to follow the tire installed on the front wheels. tread life, road hazard resistance and rotation interval shown in this section smoother high speed ride.
- If the tire is impacted, we rec- ommend that you inspect the tire condition or contact an authorized Kia dealer. - To prevent damage to the tire, inspect the tire condition and pressure every 1,900 miles...
Avoid other metal object to remove using the system involved and imme- fuses because it may cause a diately consult an authorized Kia short circuit and damage the dealer. system. Three kinds of fuses are used: blade...
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2. Open the fuse panel cover. we recommend that you con- sult with an authorized Kia dealer. • Do not input any other objects except fuses or relays into fuse/relay terminals such as a driver or wiring.
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1. Turn off the engine. If it fits loosely, consult an authorized 2. Turn off the headlights and tail Kia dealer. lights. If you do not have a spare, use a fuse 3. Open the driver’s side panel cover...
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4. 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.
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Maintenance Main fuse Multi fuse OTF070021 OVG079022 If the main fuse is blown, it must be If the multi fuse is blown, it must be removed as follows: removed as follows: 1. Turn off the engine. 1. Remove the fuse panel in the 2.
Maintenance Fuse/relay panel description Inside the fuse/relay panel covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity. Instrument fuse panel OTF070023 ✽ ✽ NOTICE Not all fuse panel descriptions in this manual may be applicable to your vehicle. It is accurate at the time of printing.
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Maintenance Description Fuse Rating Protected Component SPARE IG 1 E/R BOX IG1 SPARE POWER OUTLET Front Power Outlet Auto Head Lamp Leveling Device Module (Auto HLLD), Head Lamp Leveling Device Switch (Manual HLLD), Head Lamp Leveling Device Actuator LH/RH, BCM, Front Smart Parking Assist Sensor Module, MODULE 1 Instrument Cluster, Electro Chromic Mirror, A/C Control Module, Driver IMS Module, Rear Parking Assist Buzzer, Lane Keeping Assist Module...
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Maintenance Engine compartment fuse panel (for Theta 2.4 GDI) OVG079025L ✽ ✽ NOTICE Not all fuse panel descriptions in this manual may be applicable to your vehicle. It is accurate at the time of printing. When you inspect the fuse panel in your vehicle, refer to the fuse panel label.
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Maintenance Engine compartment fuse panel (for Theta 2.0 T-GDI) OVG079025L ✽ ✽ NOTICE Not all fuse panel descriptions in this manual may be applicable to your vehicle. It is accurate at the time of printing. When you inspect the fuse panel in your vehicle, refer to the fuse panel label.
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Maintenance Engine room (Battery terminal cover) OVG079026 ✽ ✽ NOTICE Not all fuse panel descriptions in this manual may be applicable to your vehicle. It is accurate at the time of printing. When you inspect the fuse panel in your vehicle, refer to the fuse panel label OTF074089N...
Headlight, position light, turn WARNING - Lights correct bulbs and the expertise, con- signal light, side marker light, sult an authorized Kia dealer. In and front fog light bulb Prior to working on the light, many cases, it is difficult to replace replacement...
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Maintenance Headlight bulb (1) Headlight (High) Always handle them carefully, and avoid scratches and abrasions. If the (2) Headlight (Low) bulbs are lit, avoid contact with liq- (3) Side marker uids. Never touch the glass with bare (4) Front turn signal light hands.
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Headlight (bulb type) If the headlight aiming adjustment is necessary after headlight assembly is reinstalled, consult an authorized Kia dealer. OEN076051 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood. 3. Remove the headlight bulb cover by turning it counterclockwise.
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Maintenance Front side marker/Front turn sig- nal light Front side marker 1.Turn off the engine. 2.Open the hood 3.Remove the intake folder and screws. 4.Remove the bumper cover and under pad by rotating the screw. Front side marker 5.Remove the nuts of headlamp assembly.
If the light bulb does not operate, locks into place. have the vehicle checked by an 6.Install the socket in the assembly authorized Kia dealer. by aligning the tabs on the socket with the slots in the assembly. Push the socket into assembly and turn the socket clockwise.
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If the light bulb does not operate, 1.Turn off the engine. have the vehicle checked by an 2.Remove the under cover by rotat- authorized Kia dealer. ing the screws. 3.Reach your hand into the back of the front bumper. 4.Disconnect the power connector.
Maintenance 6.Install the new bulb-socket into the Rear combination light bulb (1) Stop and tail light housing by aligning the tabs on the replacement (2) Tail light socket with the slots in the hous- (3) Rear turn signal light ing. (4) Back-up light Push the socket into the housing (5) Rear side marker...
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If the light (LED) does not operate, counterclockwise until the tabs on have the vehicle checked by an the socket align with the slots on authorized Kia dealer. the assembly. 5.Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing it in and rotating it...
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Maintenance Backup light/Tail light 4.Disconnect the cable and then Backup light-1 (if equipped) remove the nuts by turning the nuts counter clockwise. OTF074054 Backup light-2 OTF070033 Backup light OTF074055 5.Take the light assembly out. 6.Insert a new bulb by inserting it into OTF074052 the socket.
Maintenance License plate light bulb 3.Loosen the retaining screw of the High mounted stop light replacement trunk lid cover and then remove the replacement (if equipped) cover. 4.Take out the light. 5.Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the socket. 6.Reinstall the trunk lid cover by pushing in the screw.
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Maintenance High mounted bulb ■ 4.Type A Type A Fold the seat back by pulling out the lock release knob (1). Fold the seatback forward and down firmly. (if equipped) Type B Push the seat back up. The seat OTF030020 back is connected to the hook ■...
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Maintenance 11. Reinstall the seat by pushing it down firmly. OTF070059N OTF070061N OTF070060N OTF070062N 5. Take the C-pillar out carefully. If 7. Remove the screws and package you pull the C-pillar strongly, it tray. will be broken. 8. Remove the fabric and nuts. 6.
Maintenance Interior light bulb replacement Front map lamp Vanity mirror lamp 1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently pry the lens from the interi- or light housing. 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. WARNING Prior to working on the Interior Room lamp Luggage room lamp Lights, ensure that the “OFF”...
Maintenance APPEARANCE CARE Finish maintenance Exterior care After washing the vehicle, test the brakes while driving slowly to see if Washing Exterior general caution they have been affected by water. If To help protect your vehicle’s finish It is very important to follow the label braking performance is impaired, dry from rust and deterioration, wash it directions when using any chemical...
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Maintenance Waxing CAUTION - Drying vehicle Wax the vehicle when water will no • Wiping dust or dirt off the longer bead on the paint. body with a dry cloth will Always wash and dry the vehicle scratch the finish. before waxing.
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Maintenance Finish damage repair Bright-metal maintenance Underbody maintenance Deep scratches or stone chips in the • To remove road tar and insects, Corrosive materials used for ice and painted surface must be repaired use a tar remover, not a scraper or snow removal and dust control may promptly.
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Maintenance Aluminum or chrome wheel main- Corrosion protection High-corrosion areas tenance If you live in an area where your vehi- Protecting your vehicle from corro- cle is regularly exposed to corrosive The aluminum or chrome wheels are sion materials, corrosion protection is coated with a clear protective finish.
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Maintenance High temperatures can also acceler- Keep your vehicle clean • When cleaning lower door panels, ate corrosion of parts that are not rocker panels and frame mem- The best way to prevent corrosion is properly ventilated so the moisture bers, be sure that drain holes are to keep your vehicle clean and free can be dispersed.
Maintenance Keep paint and trim in good con- Interior care CAUTION - Leather dition Interior general precautions When cleaning leather products Scratches or chips in the finish Prevent chemicals such as perfume, (steering wheel, seats etc.), use should be covered with "touch-up" cosmetic oil, sun cream, hand clean- neutral detergents or low alco- paint as soon as possible to reduce...
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Maintenance Cleaning the upholstery and inte- Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt rior trim webbing Clean the belt webbing with any mild Vinyl soap solution recommended for Remove dust and loose dirt from cleaning upholstery or carpet. Follow vinyl with a whisk broom or vacuum the instructions provided with the cleaner.
(The ORVR system is designed to an authorized Kia dealer in accor- allow the vapors from the fuel tank to dance with the maintenance sched- be loaded into a canister while refu- ule in this manual.
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Maintenance Canister Engine exhaust gas precautions 3. Exhaust emission control system (carbon monoxide) Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel tank are absorbed and stored in the • Carbon monoxide can be present Exhaust Emission Control onboard canister. When the engine is with other exhaust...
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All inspections and It may present a fire risk under the emission control system. adjustments must be made by an certain conditions. authorized Kia dealer. WARNING Your vehicle is equipped with a cat- - Catalytic • Avoid driving with a extremely low...
Maintenance CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE NOTICE Perchlorate Material-special han- dling apply, www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/p erchlorate. Notice California Vehicle Dismantlers: Perchlorate containing materials, such as air bag inflators, seatbelt pretensioners and keyless remote entry batteries, must be disposed of according to Title 22 California Code of Regulations Section 67384.10 (a).
Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects BULB WATTAGE Light Bulb Wattage Bulb type Headlamps (Low) H118B Headlamps (Low) - HID type* Headlamps (High) H1L/H7L Front turn signal lamps P28/8W Front Front position lamps 8/LED P28/8W/LED Front fog lamps* 35/LED H8L/LED Side Repeater lamps* 5/LED WY5W/LED...
Kia Motors Corp. MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV 2.0 T-GDI 8.24 US qt. (7.8 l) NOCA ATF SP-IV, Kia genuine ATF SP-IV or other Automatic transaxle fluid brands meeting the above specification approved by 2.4 GDI 7.50 US qt. (7.1 l) Kia Motors Corp.
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Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page. Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel econ- omy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects Recommended SAE viscosity Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has Using oils of any viscosity other than number an effect on fuel economy and cold those recommended could result in weather operation (engine start and engine damage. Always be sure to clean the area engine oil flowability).
Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL VIN label VIN Label (if equipped) OTF080001 The vehicle identification number OTF080002 OVQ076002N (VIN) is the number used in register- vehicle certification label The VIN is also on a plate attached ing your vehicle and in all legal mat- attatched on the driver’s side center to the top of the dashboard.
Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects TIRE SPECIFICATION AND ENGINE NUMBER REFRIGERANT LABEL PRESSURE LABEL ■ ■ 2.4 engine OTF080004 ■ ■ 2.0 engine OTFH081005N The refrigerant label is located on OMG055004 the underside of the hood. The tires supplied on your new vehi- cle are chosen to provide the best performance for normal driving.
Emergency roadside assistance Roadside Assistance benefits are not available for any Kia vehicle that has ever been or should be issued a “sal- Kia's toll free Roadside Assistance hot line is staffed 24 vage” title or similar “branded” title under any state’s hours a day, 365 days a year and is accessible by dialing law or has been declared a “total loss”...
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Kia’s Trip Interruption Policy. tional problems. 3. There may not be an Authorized Kia Dealer in the area Registering your vehicle in a foreign country in which you plan to register your vehicle. You may...
Authorized Kia electronic systems may be adversely affected. To avoid Dealer, in order to ensure that you do not void your war- damage to your vehicle, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer ranty. concerning the proper equipment and installation.
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in indi- defects please contact your Kia's toll-free Consumer vidual problems between you, your dealer, or Kia Motors Assistance hot line as below: America, Inc.
Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects ONLINE FACTORY AUTHORIZED MANUALS (U.S. ONLY) following publications available www.KiaTechinfo.com at no charge. Service manual: This manual covers maintenance and recommended pro- cedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the Journeyman mechanic, but is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to under- stand.