Page 1 , , t t h h e e c c o o m m p p a a n n y y Now that you are the owner of a KIA Vehicle, you’ll probably be asked a lot of questions about your vehicle and the company like “What is a KIA?,”...
Page 2 Thank you for choosing a KIA vehicle. The information and specifications provided in this man- ual were accurate at the time of printing. KIA reserves When you require service, remember that your dealer the right to discontinue or change specifications or design knows your vehicle best.
Page 3 Introduction Your vehicle at a glance Safety features of your vehicle Features of your vehicle Driving your vehicle table of contents What to do in an emergency Maintenance Specifications & Consumer information Index...
Page 4 Introduction How to use this manual / 1-2 Fuel requirements / 1-2 Vehicle break-in process / 1-5 Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster / 1-6...
Page 5: How To Use This Manual
Except Europe The general layout of the manual is pro- CAUTION Your new KIA vehicle is designed to use vided in the Table of Contents. A good A CAUTION indicates a situation in only unleaded fuel having an Octane place to start is the index;...
Page 6 3. Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol. designed to use leaded gasoline. When you are going to use leaded gasoline, CAUTION ask an authorized KIA dealer whether Never use gasohol which contains leaded gasoline in your vehicle is avail- methanol. Discontinue use of any able or not.
Page 7 Gasolines for cleaner air oil may be added to the fuel if the cause damage to the engine and fuel To help contribute to cleaner air, KIA rec- temperature drops to below - system. The use of non-approved fuels ommends that you use gasolines treated 10°C(50°F).
Page 8: Vehicle Break-In Process
Introduction VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS A020202AAM A020202AUN A030000AUN Biodiesel (for New Zealand) Biodiesel No special break-in period is needed. By Commercially supplied biodiesel blends following a few simple precautions for the Commercially supplied biodiesel blends of no more than 5% biodiesel, commonly first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to of no more than 5% biodiesel, commonly known as "B5 biodiesel"...
Page 9: Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Cluster
Introduction INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER A050000ASA Door ajar warning light Malfunction indicator (if equipped) Air bag warning light (if equipped) Seat belt warning light Immobilizer indicator (if equipped) High beam indicator Passenger’s front air bag OFF indicator Tailgate open warning light (if equipped) Low fuel level warning light Turn signal indicator...
Page 10 Your vehicle at a glance Interior overview / 2-2 Instrument panel overview / 2-3 Engine compartment / 2-4...
Page 11: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your vehicle at a glance INTERIOR OVERVIEW 1. Door lock/unlock lever......4-8 2. Outside rearview mirror control switch*..........4-24 3. Power window lock button* ....4-14 4. Power window switches*....4-12 5. Vent controls .......4-54, 63 6. Head lamp leveling device*....4-45 7. ESP OFF button* ......5-21 8.
Page 12: Instrument Panel Overview
Your vehicle at a glance INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW 1. Instrument cluster......4-25 2. Light control / Turn signals ....4-41 3. Horn ..........4-21 4. Wiper/Washer........4-46 5. Driver’s front air bag* .......3-42 6. Ignition switch........5-4 7. Hazard warning flasher switch..4-41, 6-2 8. Climate control system* ..4-52, 4-60 9.
Page 13: Engine Compartment
Your vehicle at a glance ENGINE COMPARTMENT ■ ■ Gasoline Engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir ....7-25 2. Engine oil filler cap ......7-24 3. Brake fluid reservoir......7-27 4. Air cleaner.........7-34 5. Fuse box ...........7-52 6. Negative battery terminal....7-39 7. Positive battery terminal ....7-39 8.
Page 14: Table Of Contents
Your vehicle at a glance ■ ■ Diesel Engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir ....7-25 2. Engine oil filler cap......7-24 3. Brake fluid reservoir ......7-27 4. Fuel filter ..........7-32 5. Air cleaner ........7-34 6. Fuse box ..........7-52 7. Negative battery terminal ....7-39 8.
Page 15 Seats / 3-2 Seat belts / 3-14 Child restraint system / 3-26 Air bag - supplemental restraint system / 3-36 Safety features of your vehicle...
Page 16 Safety features of your vehicle SEATS C010000ASA Driver’s seat (1) Forward and backward (2) Seatback angle (3) Seat cushion height* (4) Seat warmer* (5) Headrest Front passenger’s seat (6) Forward and backward (7) Seatback angle (8) Seat warmer* (9) Headrest Rear seat (10) Seatback folding lever* (11) Headrest*...
Page 17 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING WARNING WARNING Loose objects Driver respon- - Driver’s seat sibility for passengers Loose objects in the driver’s foot • Never attempt to adjust the seat area could interfere with the opera- while the vehicle is moving. This Riding in a vehicle with the seat- tion of the foot pedals, possibly could result in loss of control,...
Page 18 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) WARNING - Rear seat- • When resetting the seatback to backs the upright position, make sure it • The rear seatback must be is securely latched by pushing it securely latched. If not, passen- forward and backwards.
Page 19 Safety features of your vehicle OSA037003 OSA037004 OPA039052 C010102AUN C010103AUN C010104BUN Seatback angle Seat cushion height (for driver’s seat) Headrest (if equipped) The driver's and front passenger's seats To recline the seatback: are equipped with a headrest for the To change the height of the seat cushion, 1.
Page 20 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING • For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident, the headrest should be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height of the center of gravity of an occupant's head. Generally, the center of gravity of most peo- ple's head is similar with the height of the top of their eyes.
Page 21 Safety features of your vehicle CAUTION WARNING - Seat warmer • When cleaning the seats, do not burns use an organic solvent such as Passengers should use extreme thinners, benzene, alcohol or caution when using seat warmers gasoline. Doing so may damage due to the possibility of excess the surface of the heater or seats.
Page 22 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING • Since stored items may move while driving, be sure to position them in the tray so that they do not make noise or cause a poten- tial safety hazard when the vehi- cle is moving. •...
Page 23 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING • For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident, the headrest should be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height of the center of gravity of an occupant's head. Generally, the center of gravity of most peo- ple's head is similar with the height of the top of their eyes.
Page 24 Safety features of your vehicle C010307ASA To fold the rear seat cushion and seat Folding the rear seat back: The rear seatbacks may be folded for- The rear seatbacks (or cushions) may be ward to provide additional cargo space folded to facilitate carrying long items or and to provide access to the cargo area.
Page 25 Safety features of your vehicle 1. Insert the rear seat belt buckle in the Type A Type A pocket between the rear seatback and cushion (if equipped), and insert the rear seat belt webbing in the guide to prevent the seat belt from being dam- aged.
Page 26: Safety Features Of Your Vehicle
Safety features of your vehicle Type A Type A Type A OSA037011 OSA037018/OSA037013 OSA037012 Type B Type B 6. Lower the headrest as low as possible (4). (if equipped) OSA037038 OSA037019 5. Move the seat cushion firmly until it 7. Pull up the lock release lever (4), (5). clicks (3).
Page 27 Safety features of your vehicle Type A WARNING After folding the rear seat, unless the driver’s position is properly set according to the driver’s physical figure, do not fold the rear seat. It may increase body injuries in a sudden stop or collision. To unfold the rear seat: OSA037014 1.
Page 28 Safety features of your vehicle CAUTION - Rear seat belts WARNING When returning the rear seatbacks When you return the rear seatback to the upright position, remember to its upright position after being to return the rear shoulder belts to folded down: their proper position.
Page 29: Seat Belts
Safety features of your vehicle SEAT BELTS C020100AUN (Continued) (Continued) Seat belt restraint system • Avoid wearing twisted seat belts. Care should be taken to avoid con- A twisted belt can't do its job as tamination of the webbing with pol- WARNING well.
Page 30 Safety features of your vehicle Type B (for Europe only, if equipped) As a reminder to the driver, the driver’s seat belt warning light will blink or illumi- nate for approximately 6 seconds each time you turn the ignition switch ON regardless of belt fastening.
Page 31 Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE To adjust the height of the seat belt anchor, lower or raise the height adjuster If you are not able to pull out the safety to an appropriate position. belt from the retractor, firmly pull the To raise the height adjuster, pull it up (1).
Page 32 Safety features of your vehicle OSA037041 B210A01NF-1 B220A04NF When using the rear center seat belt, the To release the seat belt: C020103AUN Lap belt (if equipped) buckle with the “CENTER” mark must be The seat belt is released by pressing the used (if equipped).
Page 33 Safety features of your vehicle OEN036030 OSA037042 B210A02NF-1 When using the rear center seat belt, the To release the seat belt: buckle with the “CENTER” mark must be When you want to release the seat belt, used (if equipped). press the button (1) of the buckle. Too high WARNING The center lap belt latching mecha-...
Page 34 Safety features of your vehicle When the vehicle stops suddenly, or if Lap/shoulder belt type • Type A • Type B the occupant tries to lean forward too quickly, the seat belt retractor will lock into position. In certain frontal collisions, the pre-tensioner will activate and pull the seat belt into tighter contact against the occupant's body.
Page 35 Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE WARNING • Both the driver's and front passen- To obtain maximum benefit from a ger's pre-tensioner seat belts may be pre-tensioner seat belt: activated in certain frontal collisions. 1. The seat belt must be worn cor- •...
Page 36 KIA dealer. malfunction of the SRS air bag. If • Do not attempt to inspect or the SRS air bag warning light does...
Page 37 Safety features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE C020300AUN C020306AUN Infant or small child Seat belt precautions Small children are best protected from You should be aware of the specific injury in an accident when properly requirements in your country. Child restrained in the rear seat by a child WARNING and/or infant seats must be properly...
Page 38 Safety features of your vehicle C020301ASA If the shoulder belt portion slightly touch- Larger children WARNING es the child’s neck or face, try placing the - Pregnant child closer to the center of the vehicle. If women Children who are too large for child the shoulder belt still touches their face restraint systems should always occupy Pregnant women must never place...
Page 39 KIA dealer. occupant's neck could strike the shoulder belt. Drivers and passen- gers should always sit well back in their seats, properly belted, and with the seatbacks upright.
Page 40 Safety features of your vehicle CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) C030000BEN Follow all the instructions provided by the (Continued) Children riding in the car should sit in the manufacturer when installing the child • When the child restraint system rear seat and must always be properly restraint system.
Page 41 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) WARNING • Never leave children unattended • Never use an infant carrier or a To reduce the chance of serious or in a vehicle – not even for a short child safety seat that "hooks" fatal injuries: time.
Page 42 Forward-facing child restraint system • If the seat belt does not operate as described in this section, have the system checked immediately by your authorized KIA dealer. • Failure to observe this manual's instructions regarding child restraint...
Page 43 Safety features of your vehicle E2MS103005 OEN036101 OEN036104 3. Buckle the seat belt and allow the seat 2. Fasten the lap/shoulder belt latch into C030102AUN belt to take up any slack. After installa- the buckle. Listen for the distinct “click” Installing a child restraint system by sound.
Page 44 Safety features of your vehicle If you need to tighten the belt, pull more 3. Route the lap belt through the restraint according to the seat manufacturer’s webbing toward the retractor. When you instructions. unbuckle the seat belt and allow it to 4.
Page 45 Safety features of your vehicle C030105ASA L4 : Suitable for GRACO Autobaby (E11 Child seat restraint suitability for seat WARNING 03.44.160 03.44.161) position using the seat belt - For approved for the use in this mass recommend that child Europe group restraint seat be installed in the...
Page 46 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a collision if the child restraint is not properly anchored to the car and the child is not prop- erly restrained in the child restraint. Always follow the child seat manu- facturer’s instructions for installa- tion and use.
Page 47 Safety features of your vehicle WARNING - Child restraint check Check that the child restraint sys- tem is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Incorrectly fitted child restraints may swing, twist, tip or separate causing death or serious injury. WARNING - Child restraint 1SAE3090A...
Page 48 Safety features of your vehicle The installing and the use of a child-seat To secure the child restraint seat: (Continued) has to be done according to the 1. To engage the child restraint seat to misuse ISOFIX installing-manual, which is added to the the ISOFIX anchor, insert the child anchors by attempting to attach a ISOFIX-seat.
Page 49 Safety features of your vehicle C030106ASA Child seat restraint suitability for vehicle ISOFIX positions - For Europe vehicle ISOFIX positions Mass Group Size Class Fixture Rear Outboard Rear Outboard Front Passenger Rear Center (Driver side) (Passenger side) ISO/L1 Carrycot ISO/L2 0 : UP to 10kg ISO/R1 ISO/R1...
Page 50 Safety features of your vehicle AIR BAG - SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) C040000APA (1) Driver’s front air bag* (2) Passenger’s front air bag* (3) Side impact air bag* * : if equipped WARNING Even in vehicles with air bags, you and your passengers must always wear the safety belts provided in order to minimize the risk and...
Page 51 Safety features of your vehicle C040900APA It is much more likely that you will sim- ply see the deflated air bags hanging WARNING How does the air bag system out of their storage compartments after operate • To avoid severe personal injury the collision.
Page 52 Safety features of your vehicle C040902AEN WARNING Noise and smoke When the air bags deploy, the air When the air bags inflate, they make a bag related parts in the steering loud noise and they leave smoke and wheel and/or instrument panel powder in the air inside of the vehicle.
Page 53 Safety features of your vehicle When the ignition switch is turned ON, WARNING the warning light should illuminate for approximately 6 seconds, then go off. • Extreme Hazard! Do not use a Have the system checked if: rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an air bag in •...
Page 54 When the SRSCM detects *: if equipped of the SRS. Have an authorized KIA a sufficiently severe impact to the front of dealer inspect the air bag system the vehicle, it will automatically deploy as soon as possible.
Page 55 Safety features of your vehicle Driver’s front air bag (2) Driver’s front air bag (3) Passenger’s front air bag B240B02L B240B03L B240B05L Upon deployment, tear seams molded A fully inflated air bag, in combination WARNING directly into the pad covers will separate with a properly worn seat belt, slows the under pressure from the expansion of the driver's or the passenger's forward...
Page 56 Safety features of your vehicle Driver’s front air bag (Continued) WARNING • Before you replace a fuse or dis- • If an air bag deploys, there may connect a battery terminal, turn be a loud noise followed by a fine the ignition switch to the LOCK dust released in the vehicle.
Page 57 Safety features of your vehicle Your vehicle equipped with (Continued) WARNING Supplemental Restraint (Airbag) System To reduce the chance of serious or and lap/shoulder belts at both the driver Always use seat belts and child fatal injuries and receive the maxi- and passenger seating position.
Page 58 • Air bags can only be used once – • A child restraint system must in the front seat when the pas- have an authorized KIA dealer never be placed in the front seat. senger’s front air bag OFF indica-...
Page 59 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) • Sitting improperly or out of posi- tion can result in serious or fatal injury in a crash. All occupants should sit upright with the seat back in an upright position, cen- tered on the seat cushion with their seat belt on, legs comfort- ably extended and their feet on the floor until the vehicle is...
Page 60 If this occurs, have an authorized The front air bag ON/OFF switch ON/OFF switch is set to the ON posi- KIA dealer inspect the passen- could turn by using a similar small tion, the passenger’s front air bag is ger’s front air bag ON/OFF switch, rigid device.
Page 61 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) WARNING WARNING • Even though your vehicle is • The driver is responsible for the • The passenger’s front air bag is equipped with the passenger's proper position of the passen- much larger than the steering front air bag ON/OFF switch, do ger’s front air bag ON/OFF switch.
Page 62 Safety features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) • If a driver brakes the vehicle • Never allow children/elder and heavily in an urgent situations, feeble persons/pregnant women occupants will be thrown for- sit on the front passenger’s seat. ward. If front passengers are not Do not put a child restraint sys- wearing the seat belts, they will tem on the front passenger’s seat...
Page 63 9:00 and repaired by an authorized (Continued) and 3:00 positions. The passen- KIA dealer because your vehicle ger's arms and hands should be is equipped with side impact air placed on their laps. bags.
Page 64 • Never try to open or repair any components of the side air bag system. This should only be done by an authorized KIA dealer. Failure to follow the above instruc- tions can result in injury or death to the vehicle occupants in an acci- dent.
Page 65 KIA dealer. • If the installation location or • Your vehicle has been designed angle of the sensors is altered in to absorb impact and deploy the any way, the air bags may deploy air bag(s) in certain collisions.
Page 66 Safety features of your vehicle Although the front air bags (driver’s and front passenger’s air bags) are designed to inflate only in frontal collisions, they also may inflate in other types of colli- sions if the front impact sensors detect a sufficient impact.
Page 67 Safety features of your vehicle OPA037042 OSA038121 1VQA2089 • Frontal air bags are not designed to • Front air bags may not inflate in side • In an angled collision, the force of inflate in rear collisions, because occu- impact collisions, because occupants impact may direct the occupants in a pants are moved backward by the move to the direction of the collision,...
Page 68 Safety features of your vehicle OPA037043 1VQA2091 OSA038122 • Just before impact, drivers often brake • Air bags may not inflate in rollover acci- • Air bags may not inflate if the vehicle heavily. Such heavy braking lowers the dents because air bag deployment collides with objects such as utility front portion of the vehicle causing it to would not provide protection to the...
Page 69 SRS Care • If the air bags inflate, they must • Modification to SRS components The SRS is virtually maintenance-free be replaced by an authorized KIA or wiring, including the addition and so there are no parts you can safely dealer.
Page 70 Safety features of your vehicle C041300AUN • Keep occupants away from the air Additional safety precautions WARNING bag covers. All occupants should sit upright, fully back in their seats with • Never let passengers ride in the • Sitting improperly or out of posi- their seat belts on and their feet on the cargo area or on top of a folded- tion can cause occupants to be...
Page 71 Safety features of your vehicle Type A Type B (if equipped) Type A Type B OSA037109/OSA037113/OSA037110/OSA037112/1SAA2073/OSA037111 C041200ASA Air bag warning label Air bag warning labels are attached to alert the driver and passengers the potential risk of the air bag system. 3 57...
Page 72 Keys / 4-2 Remote keyless entry / 4-4 Theft-alarm system / 4-6 Door locks / 4-8 Tailgate / 4-11 Windows / 4-12 Hood / 4-15 Fuel filler lid / 4-17 Features of your vehicle Steering wheel / 4-19 Mirrors / 4-22 Instrument cluster / 4-25 Rear parking assist system / 4-38 Hazard warning flasher / 4-41...
Page 73 Should you lose your keys, this number WARNING will enable an authorized KIA dealer to Type B Use only KIA original parts for the duplicate the keys easily. Remove the bar To unfold the key, press the release but- ignition key in your vehicle.
Page 74 If you need additional keys or lose your In order to prevent theft of your Your vehicle may be equipped with an keys, consult an authorized KIA dealer. vehicle, do not leave spare keys electronic engine immobilizer system to anywhere in your vehicle. Your...
Page 75 If you have a problem hazard warning lights blink once to indi- with the transmitter, contact an author- cate that all doors (and tailgate) are ized KIA dealer. locked. However, if any door (or tailgate) remains open, the hazard warning lights will not CAUTION operate.
Page 76 Dispose the battery according to the battery positive “+” symbol faces your local law(s) or regulation. up as indicated in the illustration. 3. Install the battery in the reverse order of removal. For transmitter replacement, see an authorized KIA dealer to reprogram the transmitter.
Page 77 D030100ASA Armed stage The theft-alarm system by the key can Park the car and stop the engine. Arm be activated by an authorized KIA deal- the system as described below. Armed stage 1. Remove the ignition key from the igni- If you want this feature, consult an tion switch and exit the vehicle.
Page 78 • A front or rear door is opened without After depressing the unlock button, the serviced by an authorized KIA deal- using the transmitter. hazard warning lights will blink twice to • The tailgate is opened without using indicate that the system is disarmed.
Page 79: Door Locks
Features of your vehicle DOOR LOCKS • Doors can also be locked and unlocked with the transmitter. (if equipped) • Once the doors are unlocked, they may be opened by pulling the door handle. • When closing the door, push the door Unlock by hand.
Page 80 Features of your vehicle WARNING - WARNING Doors Unlocked vehicles • The doors should always be fully closed and locked while the vehi- Leaving your vehicle unlocked can Unlock cle is in motion to prevent acci- invite theft or possible harm to you dental opening of the door.
Page 81 Features of your vehicle 3. Close the rear door. D050300AEN To open the rear door, pull the outside Impact sensing door unlock sys- door handle. tem (if equipped) Even though the doors may be unlocked, All doors will be automatically unlocked the rear door will not open by pulling the when an impact causes the air bags to inner door handle (1) until the rear door...
Page 82 Features of your vehicle TAILGATE ✽ ✽ NOTICE D070200AUN Closing the tailgate In cold and wet climates, door lock and To close the tailgate, lower and push door mechanisms may not work proper- down the tailgate firmly. Make sure that ly due to freezing conditions.
Page 83 Features of your vehicle WINDOWS D080000APA (1) Driver’s door power window switch (2) Front passenger’s door power win- dow switch (3) Rear door (left) power window switch* (4) Rear door (right) power window switch* (5) Window opening and closing (6) Automatic power window down* (Driver’s window) (7) Power window lock button* * : if equipped...
Page 84 Features of your vehicle D080100AUN D080101AUN D080102AUN Power windows (if equipped) Window opening and closing Auto down window (Driver's window) (if equipped) The driver’s door has a master power The ignition switch must be in the ON window switch that controls all the win- Depressing the power window switch position for power windows to operate.
Page 85 Features of your vehicle CAUTION WARNING - Windows • To prevent possible damage to • NEVER leave the ignition key in the power window system, do not the vehicle. open or close two windows or • NEVER leave any child unattend- more at the same time.
Page 86 Features of your vehicle HOOD B050A01E OSA0470219 OSA047020 D080200APA D090100ASA 2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the Opening the hood Manual windows (if equipped) hood slightly, pull the secondary latch (1) inside of the hood center and lift 1.
Page 87 Features of your vehicle D090200AUN Closing the hood WARNING 1. Before closing the hood, check the fol- • Always double check to be sure lowing: that the hood is firmly latched • All filler caps in the engine compart- before driving away. If it is not ment must be correctly installed.
Page 88: Fuel Filler Lid
Features of your vehicle FUEL FILLER LID D100200ASA Closing the fuel filler lid 1. To install the cap, turn it clockwise until the cap is securely tightened. 2. Close the fuel filler lid and push it light- ly and make sure that it is securely closed.
Page 89 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) WARNING - Refueling dan- • Do not get back into a vehicle • When using approved gers once you have begun refueling portable fuel container, be sure to Automotive fuels are flammable since you can generate static place container materials.
Page 90: Steering Wheel
KIA dealer. manager of the gas station and • Do not spill fuel on the exterior then contact the local fire depart- surfaces of the vehicle.
Page 91 EPS system is detected by self-diagno- ing checked by an authorized Kia dealer. sis. • The steering effort increases if the steering wheel is rotated continuously when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 92 Features of your vehicle D130300AUN Tilt steering (if equipped) 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 positioned so that it is comfortable for you to drive, while permitting you to see the instru- ment panel warning lights and gauges.
Page 93 Features of your vehicle MIRRORS D140100ASA D140200BSA Inside rearview mirror Outside rearview mirror Adjust the rearview mirror so that the Be sure to adjust the mirror angles center view through the rear window is before driving. Night seen. Make this adjustment before you Your vehicle is equipped with both left- start driving.
Page 94 Features of your vehicle CAUTION Do not scrape ice off the mirror face; this may damage the surface of the glass. If ice should restrict movement of the mirror, do not force the mirror for adjustment. To remove ice, use a deicer spray, or a sponge or soft cloth with very warm water.
Page 95 Features of your vehicle CAUTION • The mirrors stop moving when they reach the maximum adjust- ing angles, but the motor contin- ues to operate while the switch is depressed. Do not press the switch longer than necessary, the motor may be damaged. •...
Page 96: Features Of Your Vehicle
Features of your vehicle INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ■ ■ Type A 1. Tachometer (if equipped) ★ 2. Turn signal indicators 3. Speedometer 4. Engine temperature indicator 5. Warning and indicator lights 6. Odometer / Tripmeter ■ ■ Type B 7. Tripmeter mode/reset button 8.
Page 97 Features of your vehicle ■ ■ Type C 1. Tachometer (if equipped) 2. Turn signal indicators 3. Speedometer 4. Engine temperature indicator 5. Warning and indicator lights 6. Odometer / Tripmeter ■ ■ Type D 7. Tripmeter mode/reset button 8. Fuel gauge The actual cluster in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
Page 98 Features of your vehicle Gasoline Engine ■ ■ ■ ■ Type A Type B Type C Type D ■ ■ Type A Type B ■ ■ ■ ■ Diesel Engine Type E Type F Type G Type H ■ ■ Type A Type B OSA0490360/OSA0400361/OSA0490362/OSA0490365/OSA0490364/OSA0400363/OSA0490366/OSA0400367...
Page 99 Features of your vehicle When the door is open, or if the engine is D150204AUN CAUTION not started within 1 minute, the tachome- Fuel gauge ter pointer may move slightly to the ON Avoid driving with a very low fuel The fuel gauge indicates the approxi- position with the engine OFF.
Page 100 Features of your vehicle Type A OSA047056 Type B OSA047057 OSA047058 Odometer Tripmeter The odometer indicates the total dis- TRIP A: Tripmeter A tance the vehicle has been driven. TRIP B: Tripmeter B The tripmeter indicates the distance of individual trips selected by the driver. Tripmeter A and B can be reset to 0 by pressing the reset button for 1 second or more, and then releasing.
Page 101 This warning light will illuminate for engine). Any light that does not illuminate the engine coolant when the ignition approximately 6 seconds each time you should be checked by an authorized KIA switch is ON. turn the ignition switch to the ON posi- dealer.
Page 102 ABS. switch is set to the ON position. If this occurs, have your vehicle checked WARNING by an authorized KIA dealer as soon as possible. The normal braking system will If the both ABS and brake warning CAUTION...
Page 103 Type A is ON, the seat belt warning chime will described, see an authorized KIA dealer As a reminder to the driver, the seat belt sound for approximately 6 seconds. At for assistance.
Page 104 In any damage could result. instance where the oil light stays on when the engine is running, the engine should be checked by an authorized KIA dealer before the car is driven again. 4 33...
Page 105 If the warning light remains on, it may Have the vehicle towed to any author- indicate that the brake vacuum pump has ized KIA dealer for a brake system a problem. Therefore you should avoid Parking brake warning inspection and necessary repairs.
Page 106 Have an authorized D150318AUN KIA dealer correct the problem as Low fuel level warning light soon as possible. This warning light indicates the fuel tank is nearly empty. When it comes on, you should add fuel as soon as possible.
Page 107 ESP OFF button. The ESP OFF indicator will illuminate indicating the ESP is deactivated. If this indicator stays on when ESP OFF is not selected, the ESP may have a malfunction. Take your car to an authorized KIA dealer and have the system checked.
Page 108 4th gear.) while driving, check the system by an authorized KIA dealer as soon as When the system is not working possible. properly, the Up & Down Arrow (indicator) will blink (gear is not dis- played).
Page 109 KIA dealer as detectable by the back sensors are limit- soon as possible. ed. Whenever backing-up, pay as much attention to what is behind you as you would in a vehicle without a rear parking assist system.
Page 110 Features of your vehicle Operation of the rear parking D170200AEN WARNING Non-operational conditions of assist system rear parking assist system The rear parking assist system is a D170101AEN supplementary function only. The The rear parking assist system may Operating condition operation of the rear parking assist not operate properly when: •...
Page 111 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE The detecting range may decrease D170300AEN when: Rear parking assist system pre- This system can only sense objects with- cautions 1. The sensor is stained with foreign mat- in the range and location of the sensors; ter such as snow or water.
Page 112 If this occurs, have your vehicle checked by an authorized KIA dealer as opens the driver-side door. soon as possible. • With this feature, the parking lights will be turned off automatically if the driver parks on the side of road at night.
Page 113 Features of your vehicle OSA049090 OSA049091 OSA049092 D190400ASA D190401AEN D190402AEN Lighting control Parking light position ( Headlight position ( When the light switch is in the parking When the light switch is in the headlight The light switch has a Headlight and a light position (1st position), the tail, position (2nd position) the head, tail, Parking light position.
Page 114 Features of your vehicle OSA049093 OSA049094 OSA049095 D190500AUN To flash the headlights, pull the lever D190600AUN High beam operation towards you. It will return to the normal Turn signals and lane change sig- (low beam) position when released. The nals To turn on the high beam headlights, headlight switch does not need to be on push the lever away from you.
Page 115 Features of your vehicle To signal a lane change, move the turn signal lever slightly and hold it in position (B). The lever will return to the OFF posi- tion when released. If an indicator stays on and does not flash or if it flashes abnormally, one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out and will require replacement.
Page 116 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Listed below are the examples of proper switch settings. For loading conditions When you turn off the rear fog light by other than those listed below, adjust the turning the headlight switch to the off switch position so that the beam level position, be sure to turn the rear fog may be the nearest as the condition...
Page 117: Wipers And Washers
Features of your vehicle WIPERS AND WASHERS A : Wiper speed control Rear window wiper/washer Windshield wiper/washer (if equipped) · MIST ( ) – Single wipe · OFF (O) – Off Type A Type A · INT (---) – Intermittent wipe ·...
Page 118 Features of your vehicle Type A Type A MIST ( ) : For a single wiping cycle, push the lever upward and release it with the lever in the OFF (O) position. The wipers will operate contin- uously if the lever is pushed upward and held.
Page 119 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Type A Type A • To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield, do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry. • To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them.
Page 120 Features of your vehicle The spray and wiper operation will con- Type A WARNING tinue until you release the lever. If the washer does not work, check the Do not use the washer in freezing washer fluid level. If the fluid level is not temperatures without first warming sufficient, you will need to add appropri- the windshield with the defrosters;...
Page 121: Interior Light
Features of your vehicle INTERIOR LIGHT D210000AEN - Spraying washer fluid and wiping - Normal wiper operation CAUTION Do not use the interior lights for OFF (O) - Wiper is not in operation extended periods when the engine is not running. It may cause battery discharge.
Page 122 Features of your vehicle DEFROSTER D220000AUN CAUTION To prevent damage to the conduc- tors bonded to the inside surface of the rear window, never use sharp instruments or window cleaners containing abrasives to clean the window. ✽ ✽ NOTICE OSA047089 If you want to defrost and defog the front windshield, refer to “Windshield D220100ASA...
Page 123 Features of your vehicle MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed control knob 4. Air intake control lever 2. Mode selection knob 5. Air conditioning button* 3. Temperature control knob * : if equipped OSA047100 D230000ASA...
Page 124 Features of your vehicle D230100AEN Heating and air conditioning 1. Start the engine. 2. Set the mode to the desired position. To improve the effectiveness of heat- ing and cooling; - Heating: - Cooling: 3. Set the temperature control to the desired position.
Page 125 Features of your vehicle Bi-Level (B, D, C) Air flow is directed towards the face and the floor. Floor-Level (C, A, D) Most of the air flow is directed to the floor, with a small amount of the air being directed to the windshield and side win- OSA047103 OSA040105...
Page 126 Features of your vehicle OSA047102 OSA047106 OSA047123 D230102AUN D230103ASA Recirculated air position Temperature control Air intake control With the recirculated air position select- The temperature control knob allows you This is used to select the outside (fresh) ed, air from the passenger compartment will be drawn through the heating system to control the temperature of the air flow air position or recirculated air position.
Page 127 Features of your vehicle WARNING • Continue using the climate con- trol system in the recirculated air position may allow humidity to increase inside the vehicle which may fog the glass and obscure visibility. • Do not sleep in a vehicle with the air conditioning or heating sys- tem on.
Page 128 Features of your vehicle System operation Operation Tips • To keep dust or unpleasant fumes from D230501AUN entering the car through the ventilation Ventilation system, temporarily set the air intake 1. Set the mode to the position. control to the recirculated air position. 2.
Page 129 Air conditioning (if equipped) tion, you may occasionally notice a • When using the air conditioning sys- slight change in engine speed as the All KIA Air Conditioning Systems are tem, monitor the temperature gauge air conditioning compressor cycles. filled...
Page 130 • When the air flow rate suddenly Therefore, if abnormal operation is decreases, the system should be Blower found, have the system inspected by an checked by an authorized KIA dealer. Heater core authorized KIA dealer. Climate control Evaporator air filter...
Page 131: Automatic Climate Control System (If Equipped)
Features of your vehicle AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. AUTO (automatic control) button 4. Fan speed control knob 7. Mode selection button 2. Temperature control knob 5. OFF button 8. Air conditioning button 3. Climate control display 6. Front windshield defrost button 9.
Page 132 Features of your vehicle 2. Turn the TEMP knob to set the desired temperature. If the temperature is set to the lowest setting (Lo), the air conditioning sys- tem will operate continuously. 3. To turn the automatic operation off, press any button or turn any knob except the temperature control knob.
Page 133 Features of your vehicle D240200AUN Manual heating and air condition- Face-Level (B, D) Air flow is directed toward the upper body The heating and cooling system can be controlled manually by pushing buttons and face. Additionally, each outlet can be other than the AUTO button.
Page 134 Features of your vehicle Floor-Level (C, A, D) Most of the air flow is directed to the floor, with a small amount of the air being directed to the windshield and side win- dow defrosters. Floor/Defrost-Level (A, C, D) Most of the air flow is directed to the floor OSA040115 OSA040105 and the windshield with a small amount...
Page 135 Features of your vehicle Temperature conversion If the battery has been discharged or dis- connected, the temperature mode dis- play will reset to Centigrade. This is a normal condition.You can switch temperature mode between Centigrade to Fahrenheit as follows; While depressing the AUTO button, depress the OFF button for 3 seconds or more.
Page 136 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE Recirculated air position Outside (fresh) air position Recirculated air position The recirculated air position Prolonged operation of the heater in the indicator in the climate con- recirculated air position (without air trol display illuminates when conditioning selected) may cause fog- the recirculated air position ging of the windshield and side windows...
Page 137 Features of your vehicle OSA047112 OSA040116 OSA047117 D240205AUN D240206ASA D240208AUN Fan speed control Air conditioning OFF mode The fan speed can be set to the desired Push the OFF button to turn off the air cli- Push the A/C button to turn the air condi- speed by turning the fan speed control mate control system.
Page 138: Windshield Defrosting And Defogging
Features of your vehicle WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING D250000AEN • For maximum defrosting, set the tem- perature control to the extreme right/hot position and the fan speed WARNING Windshield control to the highest speed. heating • If warm air to the floor is desired while Do not use the position defrosting or defogging, set the mode...
Page 139 Features of your vehicle OSA047119 OSA040120 OSA040121 D250102ASA Automatic climate control system D250202AUN To defrost outside windshield To defrost outside windshield D250201ASA 1. Set the fan speed to the “3” or “4” posi- 1. Set the fan speed to the highest To defog inside windshield tion.
Page 140 Features of your vehicle D250300AUN Defogging logic To reduce the possibility of fogging up the inside of the windshield, the air intake or air conditioning are controlled auto- matically according to certain conditions such as position. To cancel or return the defogging logic, do the follow- ing.
Page 141: Storage Compartment
Features of your vehicle STORAGE COMPARTMENT D270000AHM WARNING These compartments can be used to Flammable store small items. materials Do not store cigarette lighters, propane cylinders, or other flamma- CAUTION ble/explosive materials in the vehi- • To avoid possible theft, do not cle.
Page 142 Features of your vehicle WARNING • Do not keep objects except sun- glasses inside the sunglass hold- er. Such objects can be thrown from the holder in the event of a sudden stop or an accident, pos- sibly injuring the passengers in the vehicle.
Page 143: Interior Features
“ready” position. bustible materials may cause a If it is necessary to replace the cigarette fire. lighter, use only a genuine KIA replace- ment or its approved equivalent. D280201ASA To use the ashtray, open the cover. To remove the ashtray to empty or clean,...
Page 144 Features of your vehicle D280300APA Front Cup holder WARNING Hot liquids • Do not place uncovered cups with hot liquid in the cup holder while the vehicle is in motion. If the hot liquid spills, you can burn yourself. Such a burn to the driv- er could lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
Page 145 Features of your vehicle Whenever the battery terminals or relat- Type A ed fuses are disconnected, you must reset the time. When the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position, the clock buttons operate as follows: D280601ASA Hour: Turn the knob to the left (H), will advance OSA047132 the time displayed by one hour.
Page 146 Features of your vehicle Type A CAUTION • Use the power outlet only when the engine is running and remove the accessory plug after use. Using the accessory plug for pro- longed periods of time with the engine off could cause battery discharge.
Page 147 Features of your vehicle CAUTION Do not put fragile, bulky or exces- sive quantity of items into the lug- gage net. They could be damaged. WARNING To avoid eye injury, DO NOT over- stretch the netting. ALWAYS keep your face and body out of the luggage net’s recoil path.
Page 148: Audio System
Features of your vehicle AUDIO SYSTEM Type A CAUTION • Before entering a place with a low height clearance, be sure that the antenna is fully folded down (type A only) or removed. • Be sure to remove the antenna before washing the car in an auto- matic car wash or it may be dam- aged.
Page 149 Features of your vehicle FM reception AM(MW, LW) reception FM radio station JBM001 JBM002 JBM003 D300800AUN AM(MW, broadcasts FM broadcasts are transmitted at high received at greater distances than FM frequencies and do not bend to follow the How car audio works broadcasts.
Page 150 Features of your vehicle Using a cellular phone or a two-way radio When a cellular phone is used inside the vehicle, noise may be produced from the audio equipment. This does not mean that something is wrong with the audio equipment.
Page 151 Features of your vehicle Stereo radio operation (M445) (if equipped) 1. FM/AM Selection Button 2. Automatic Channel Selection Button 3. Power ON/OFF 4. Preset Button 5. TUNE/AUDIO Control Button 6. SCAN Button 7. AUTO STORE Button SA-M445...
Page 152 Features of your vehicle 1. FM/AM Selection Button 4. Preset Button 7. AUTO STORE Button Turns to FM/AM mode and toggles FM1 Push [1]~[6]button less than 0.8 second When the button is pressed, it automati- ➟ ➟ and FM2 FM1··· when the button is to play the channel saved in each button.
Page 153 Features of your vehicle Compact disc player operation (M445) (if equipped) 1. CD Loading Slot 2. CD Selection Button 3. CD Eject Button 4. AUX Selection Button 5. REW/FF Button 6. RANDOM Button 7. REPEAT Button 8. SCAN Button 9. Automatic Track Selection Button SA-M445...
Page 154 Features of your vehicle 1. CD Loading Slot 5. Rewind / Fast Forward Button 7. REPEAT Button Insert the CD with the label facing Repeats the current song when the but- • Rewind Button upward. ton is pressed for less than 0.8 second. Press and hold [2 REW] button while When the ignition switch is on ACC or Repeats the entire disc when the button...
Page 155 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE (Continued) CAUTION • To assure proper operation of the unit, • Avoid using recorded compact • Do not insert warped or poor keep the vehicle interior temperature discs in your audio unit. Original quality discs into the CD player within a normal range by using the compact discs are recommended...
Page 156 Features of your vehicle Stereo radio operation (PA710) (if equipped) 1. FM Selection Button 2. AM Selection Button 3. CD Selection Button 4. Power ON/OFF & Volume Control Button 5. Automatic Channel Selection Button 6. INFO Button 7. AUX Selection Button 8.
Page 157 Features of your vehicle 1. FM Selection Button 5. Automatic Channel Selection 8. AUTO STORE Button Button ➟ Turns to FM mode and toggles FM1 When the button is pressed, it automati- ➟ FM1··· when the button is pressed cally selects and saves channels with •...
Page 158 Features of your vehicle 10. TUNE/ENTER Button 11. Preset Button Turn this button clockwise by one notch Push [1]~[6] buttons less than 0.8 second to increase frequency by 100Khz from to play the channel saved in each button. current frequency. Push the preset button for 0.8 second or Turn this button counterclockwise by one longer to save the current channel to the...
Page 159 Features of your vehicle Compact disc player operation (PA710) (if equipped) 1. CD Loading Slot 2. CD Eject Button 3. CD Selection Button 4. Automatic Track Selection Button 5. INFO Button 6. ENTER/TUNE Button 7. REPEAT Button 8. RANDOM Button 9.
Page 160 Features of your vehicle 1. CD Loading Slot 7. REPEAT Button • Push [SEEK ] button for 0.8 second Insert the CD with the label facing Repeats current song when the button is or longer to rewind the current song. upward.
Page 161 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE (Continued) CAUTION • To assure proper operation of the unit, • Avoid using recorded compact • Do not insert warped or poor keep the vehicle interior temperature discs in your audio unit. Original quality discs into the CD player within a normal range by using the compact discs are recommended...
Page 162 Features of your vehicle USB (PA710) (if equipped) 1. AUX(USB) Selection Button 2. Track Moving Button 3. INFO Button 4. Folder moving Button 5. ENTER/TUNE Button 6. RANDOM Button 7. REPEAT Button 8. SCAN Button SA-PA710C 4 91...
Page 163 Features of your vehicle In case USB is connected to the multi- 3. INFO Button 6. RANDOM Button media jack inside the consol on the right Displays the information of the file cur- Press the button for less than 0.8 second hand side of the driver’s seat.
Page 164 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) CAUTION IN USING • Depending on the condition of • If you dismount the external USB USB DEVICE the external USB device, the con- device during playback in USB • To use the external USB device, nected external USB device can mode, the external USB device make sure the device is not...
Page 165 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) • If USB device is divided by logical • Please avoid using USB memory drives, only the music files on the products which can be used as highest-priority drive are recog- key chains or cellular phone nized by car audio.
Page 166 Features of your vehicle RUNNING iPod (PA710) (if equipped) 1. AUX(iPod) Selection Button 2. Track Moving Button 3. INFO Button 4. Category Selection Button 5. ENTER/TUNE Button 6. RANDOM Button 7. REPEAT Button ❈ iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc. SA-PA710D 4 95...
Page 167 Features of your vehicle In case the iPod exclusive cable is con- 5. ENTER/TUNE Button • Press the [SEEK ] button for less nected to the multimedia jack inside the Turn this button clockwise to display the than 0.8 second to move to the next consol on the right hand side of the dri- songs next to the currently played song.
Page 168 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE FOR USING iPod (Continued) CAUTION IN USING iPod DEVICE • When the iPod cable is connect- DEVICE • Some iPod models might not support ed, the system can be switched to • You need the power cable exclu- the communication protocol and the the AUX mode even without the sive for an iPod in order to oper-...
Page 169 Features of your vehicle Stereo radio operation (H000) (if equipped) 1. FM/AM Selection Button 2. CD Selection Button 3. TA Selection Button 4. Power ON/OFF & Volume Control Button 5. Automatic Channel Selection Button 6. INFO Button 7. AUX Selection Button 8.
Page 170 Features of your vehicle 1. FM/AM Selection Button 5. Automatic Channel Selection 8. AUTO STORE Button Button Turns to FM/AM mode and toggles in the • When you press the [AST] button, the ➟ ➟ ➟ ➟ ➟ order of FM1 mode changes to 'Auto store Band' •...
Page 171 Features of your vehicle 10. ENTER/TUNE Button 11. Preset Button Turn this button clockwise by one notch Push [1]~[6] buttons less than 0.8 second to increase frequency by 0.05Mhz from to play the channel saved in each button. current frequency. Push the Preset button for 0.8 second or Turn this button counterclockwise by one longer to save the current channel to the...
Page 172 Features of your vehicle Compact disc player (H000) (if equipped) 1. CD Loading Slot 2. CD Eject Button 3. CD Selection Button 4. Automatic Track Selection Button 5. INFO Button 6. ENTER/TUNE Button 7. REPEAT Play Button 8. RANDOM Play Button 9.
Page 173 Features of your vehicle 1. CD Loading Slot 8. RANDOM (RDM) Button • Push [SEEK ] button for less than Insert the CD with the label facing You can listen to the tracks in random, 0.8 second to play the next song. upward.
Page 174 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE (Continued) CAUTION • To assure proper operation of the unit, • Avoid using recorded compact • Do not insert warped or poor keep the vehicle interior temperature discs in your audio unit. Original quality discs into the CD player within a normal range by using the compact discs are recommended...
Page 175 Features of your vehicle (H000) (if equipped) 1. AUX(USB) Selection Button 2. Track Moving Button 3. INFO Button 4. Folder moving Button 5. ENTER/TUNE Button 6. RANDOM Button 7. REPEAT Button 8. SCAN Button SA-H000B...
Page 176 Features of your vehicle In case USB is connected to the multi- 3. INFO Button 6. RANDOM Button media jack inside the consol on the right Displays the information of the file cur- Press the button for less than 0.8 second hand side of the driver’s seat.
Page 177 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) CAUTION IN USING • Depending on the condition of • If you dismount the external USB USB DEVICE the external USB device, the con- device during playback in USB • To use the external USB device, nected external USB device can mode, the external USB device make sure the device is not...
Page 178 Features of your vehicle (Continued) (Continued) • If USB device is divided by logical • Please avoid using USB memory drives, only the music files on the products which can be used as highest-priority drive are recog- key chains or cellular phone nized by car audio.
Page 179 Features of your vehicle RUNNING iPod (H000) (if equipped) 1. AUX(iPod ) Selection Button 2. Track Moving Button 3. INFO Button 4. Category Selection Button 5. ENTER/TUNE Button 6. RANDOM Button 7. REPEAT Button SA-PA710F...
Page 180 Features of your vehicle In case the iPod exclusive cable is con- 5. ENTER/TUNE Button • Press the [SEEK ] button for less nected to the multimedia jack inside the Turn this button clockwise to display the than 0.8 second to move to the next consol on the right hand side of the dri- songs next to the currently played song.
Page 181 Features of your vehicle ✽ ✽ NOTICE FOR USING iPod (Continued) CAUTION IN USING iPod DEVICE • When the iPod cable is connect- DEVICE • Some iPod models might not support ed, the system can be switched to • You need the power cable exclu- the communication protocol and the the AUX mode even without the sive for an iPod in order to oper-...
Page 182 Before driving / 5-3 Key positions / 5-4 Starting the engine / 5-5 Manual transaxle / 5-7 Automatic transaxle / 5-10 Brake system / 5-16 Economical operation / 5-26 Special driving conditions / 5-28 Winter driving / 5-32 Trailer towing / 5-36 Vehicle weight / 5-44 Driving your vehicle...
Page 183: Driving Your Vehicle
KIA dealer. • Do not run the engine in an enclosed area.
Page 184: Before Driving
Driving your vehicle BEFORE DRIVING E020100AUN • Check the operation of warning lights WARNING Before entering vehicle when the ignition switch is turned to - Driving under the ON position. the influence of alcohol or • Be sure that all windows, outside mir- •...
Page 185: Key Positions
Driving your vehicle KEY POSITIONS E030202AUN E030204AUN ACC (Accessory) START The steering wheel is unlocked and elec- Turn the ignition switch to the START trical accessories are operative. position to start the engine. The engine will crank until you release the key; then ✽...
Page 186: Starting The Engine
Driving your vehicle STARTING THE ENGINE E040000AUN-EU 4. In extremely cold weather (below (Continued) -18°C / 0°F) or after the vehicle has • Never reach for the ignition switch, WARNING not been operated for several days, let or any other controls through the the engine warm up without depress- Always wear appropriate shoes steering wheel while the vehicle is...
Page 187 Driving your vehicle E040101ASA Starting and stopping the engine for tur- Starting the diesel engine bocharger intercooler (if equipped) Glow indicator light 1. Do not race or accelerate the engine To start the diesel engine when the immediately after starting. engine is cold, it has to be pre-heated If the engine is cold, idle for several before starting the engine and then have...
Page 188 Driving your vehicle MANUAL TRANSAXLE (IF EQUIPPED) E050100ASA Type A CAUTION Manual transaxle operation • When downshifting from fifth The manual transaxle has 5 forward gear to fourth gear, caution gears. should be taken not to inadver- This shift pattern is imprinted on the shift tently press the gear shift lever knob.
Page 189 Driving your vehicle • During cold weather, shifting may be E050101AUN WARNING Using the clutch difficult until the transaxle lubricant has warmed up. This is normal and not The clutch should be pressed all the way • Before leaving the driver’s seat, harmful to the transaxle.
Page 190 Driving your vehicle E050102ASA • Slow down before shifting to a lower Downshifting WARNING gear. This will help avoid over-revving the engine, which can cause damage. When you must slow down in heavy traf- • Always buckle-up! In a collision, fic or while driving up steep hills, down- •...
Page 191 Driving your vehicle AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (IF EQUIPPED) E060100APA Automatic transaxle operation The automatic transaxle has 4 forward speeds and one reverse speed. The indi- vidual speeds are selected automatically, depending on the position of the shift lever. To move the shift lever from the P (Park) position, the brake pedal must be depressed.
Page 192 Driving your vehicle For smooth operation, depress the brake E060101ASA CAUTION pedal when shifting from N (Neutral) to a Transaxle ranges forward or reverse gear. • To avoid damage your P (Park) transaxle, do not accelerate the Always come to a complete stop before engine in R (Reverse) or any for- shifting into P (Park).
Page 193 Driving your vehicle R (Reverse) D (Drive) 1 (First gear) Use this position to drive the vehicle This is the normal forward driving posi- Move the shift lever to this position in backward. tion. The transaxle will automatically shift hard pulling situations and for climbing through a 4-gear sequence, providing the steep grades.
Page 194 Driving your vehicle E060102ASA E060103AUN Shift lock system (if equipped) WARNING Ignition key interlock system (if equipped) For your safety, the automatic transaxle Always fully depress the brake has a shift lock system which prevents The ignition key cannot be removed pedal before and while shifting out shifting the transaxle from P (Park) into R unless the shift lever is in the P (Park)
Page 195 Driving your vehicle E060200AEN • Always use the parking brake. Do not WARNING Good driving practices depend on placing the transaxle in P (Park) to keep the car from moving. • Always buckle-up! In a collision, • Never move the gear shift lever from P •...
Page 196 Driving your vehicle E060203ASA WARNING Moving up a steep grade from a stand- ing start If your vehicle becomes stuck in To move up a steep grade from a stand- snow, mud, sand, etc., then you ing start, depress the brake pedal and may attempt to rock the vehicle free shift the shift lever to D (Drive).
Page 197: Brake System
Driving your vehicle BRAKE SYSTEM E070100AUN E070101AUN WARNING In the event of brake failure Power brakes Brakes If service brakes fail to operate while the Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes • Do not drive with your foot rest- vehicle is in motion, you can make an that adjust automatically through normal ing on the brake pedal.
Page 198 Driving your vehicle E070102AUN Disc brakes wear indicator WARNING - Brake wear Your vehicle has disc brakes. This brake wear warning sound means your vehicle needs service. When your brake pads are worn and new If you ignore this audible warning, pads are required, you will hear a high- you will eventually lose braking pitched warning sound from your front...
Page 199 Driving your vehicle WARNING • To prevent unintentional move- ment when stopped and leaving the vehicle, do not use the shift lever in place of the parking brake. Set the parking brake AND make sure the shift lever is securely positioned in 1st (First) gear or R (Reverse) for manual transaxle equipped vehicles and in P (Park) for automatic transaxle...
Page 200 Driving your vehicle E070300ASA The ABS continuously senses the speed (Continued) Anti-lock brake system (ABS) of the wheels. If the wheels are going to • On roads where the road surface lock, the ABS system repeatedly modu- (if equipped) is pitted or has different surface lates the hydraulic brake pressure to the height.
Page 201 • Always slow down when cornering. lem with the ABS. Contact an The anti-lock brake system cannot pre- CAUTION authorized KIA dealer as soon as vent accidents resulting from exces- • If the ABS warning light is on and possible.
Page 202 Driving your vehicle The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) WARNING system is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control Never drive too fast according to under adverse conditions. It is not a road conditions or too quickly when substitute for safe driving practices.
Page 203 Driving your vehicle E070501AUN-EE When operating E070502AUN-EE ESP operation ESP operation off When the ESP is in operation, ESP indicator light blinks. ESP ON condition ESP OFF state • When the ignition is turned • When the Electronic Stability • To cancel ESP operation, Program is operating proper- ON, ESP and ESP OFF indi- press the ESP OFF button...
Page 204 Driving your vehicle E070504AEN-EE ■ ESP indicator light (blinks) CAUTION ESP OFF usage Driving with varying tire or wheel When driving sizes may cause the ESP system to • It’s a good idea to keep the ESP turned malfunction. When replacing tires, on for daily driving whenever possible.
Page 205 If the braking block the wheels. pull off the road and stop in a safe action does not return to normal, stop place. as soon as it is safe to do so and call an authorized KIA dealer for assis- tance.
Page 206 Driving your vehicle • Under some conditions your parking brake can freeze in the engaged posi- tion. This is most likely to happen when there is an accumulation of snow or ice around or near the rear brakes or if the brakes are wet.
Page 207: Economical Operation
Driving your vehicle ECONOMICAL OPERATION E100000ASA • Don't "ride" the brake pedal. This can • Keep your car in good condition. For Your vehicle's fuel economy depends increase fuel consumption and also better fuel economy and reduced mainly on your style of driving, where you increase wear on these components.
Page 208 Therefore, have an authorized KIA speed. loss of vehicle steering which dealer perform scheduled inspections could cause serious injury or and maintenance.
Page 209: Special Driving Conditions
Driving your vehicle SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS E110100ASA • When braking with non-ABS brakes E110200AEN Hazardous driving conditions pump the brake pedal with a light up- Rocking the vehicle and-down motion until the vehicle is When hazardous driving conditions are If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to free stopped.
Page 210 Driving your vehicle WARNING - Spinning tires Do not spin the wheels, especially at speeds more than 56 km/h (35 mph). Spinning the wheels at high speeds when the vehicle is station- ary could cause a tire to overheat which could result in tire damage that may injure bystanders.
Page 211 Driving your vehicle • Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare • If your tires are not in good condition, from other driver's headlights. making a quick stop on wet pavement can cause a skid and possibly lead to • Keep your headlights clean and prop- an accident.
Page 212 Driving your vehicle Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil WARNING High speed travel consumes more fuel than urban motoring. Do not forget to • Underinflated overinflated check both engine coolant and engine tires can cause poor handling, oil. loss of vehicle control, and sud- den tire failure leading to acci- dents, injuries, and even death.
Page 213: Winter Driving
Driving your vehicle WINTER DRIVING E120100AUN E120101AUN Snow tires Snowy or icy conditions If you mount snow tires on your vehicle, To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may make sure they are radial tires of the be necessary to use snow tires or to same size and load range as the original install tire chains on your tires.
Page 214 Driving your vehicle Chain installation CAUTION When installing chains, follow the manu- • Make sure the snow chains are facturer's instructions and mount them as the correct size and type for your tightly as you can. Drive slowly with tires. Incorrect snow chains can chains installed.
Page 215 • Stop driving and retighten the 7. The level of charge in your battery can chains any time you hear them be checked by an authorized KIA dealer hitting the vehicle. or a service station.
Page 216 Window washer anti-freeze is available from an authorized KIA dealer Under some conditions, snow and ice and most auto parts outlets. Do not use can build up under the fenders and inter- engine coolant or other types of anti- fere with the steering.
Page 217 Ask an 100 kg (220.4 lbs), whichever value is just driving your vehicle by itself. authorized KIA dealer for further details lower. In this case, do not exceed 100 Trailering means changes in handling, before towing.
Page 218 • The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper. 1SAE5001A • KIA trailer hitch accessory is available at an authorized KIA dealer. 5 37...
Page 219 Driving your vehicle E140200ASA E140300AUN E140400ASA Safety chains Trailer brakes Driving with a trailer should always attach chains If your trailer is equipped with a braking Towing a trailer requires a certain between your vehicle and your trailer. system, make sure it conforms to your amount of experience.
Page 220 Driving your vehicle E140401AUN E140404AUN An authorized KIA dealer can assist you Following distance Making turns in installing the wiring harness. Stay at least twice as far behind the vehi- When you’re turning with a trailer, make cle ahead as you would when driving wider turns than normal.
Page 221 Driving your vehicle E140407ATD 5. Start the vehicle, hold the brakes, shift CAUTION Parking on hills to neutral, release the parking brake and slowly release the brakes until the • When towing a trailer on steep Generally, if you have a trailer attached to trailer chocks absorb the load.
Page 222 Driving your vehicle When you are ready to leave after park- E140500ASA CAUTION ing on a hill Maintenance when trailer towing 1. With the manual transaxle in Neutral • Due to higher load during trailer Your vehicle will need service more often or automatic transaxle in P (Park), usage, overheating might occur when you regularly pull a trailer.
Page 223 • When towing a trailer, be sure to con- static vertical load on 28 (62) 25 (55) 28 (62) sult an authorized KIA dealer for fur- the coupling device ther information on additional require- ments such as a towing kit, etc. kg (Ibs.) •...
Page 224 Driving your vehicle The trailer tongue should weigh a maxi- mum of 10% of the total loaded trailer weight, within the limits of the maximum trailer tongue load permissible. After you've loaded your trailer, weigh the trail- er and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.
Page 225: Vehicle Weight
Driving your vehicle VEHICLE WEIGHT E160000AUN E160300AUN E160700AUN Cargo weight GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) This section will guide you the proper This figure includes all weight added to This is the maximum allowable weight of loading of your vehicle and/or trailer, to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo the fully loaded vehicle (including all keep your loaded vehicle weight within its...
Page 226 Road warning / 6-2 In case of an emergency while driving / 6-2 If the engine will not start / 6-3 Emergency starting / 6-4 If the engine overheats / 6-6 If you have a flat tire (with spare tire) / 6-7 If you have a flat tire (with TireMobilityKit) / 6-15 Towing / 6-24 Emergency commodity / 6-28...
Page 227: Road Warning
What to do in an emergency ROAD WARNING IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY WHILE DRIVING It should be used whenever emergency repairs are being made or when the vehi- F020100AUN cle is stopped near the edge of a road- If the engine stalls at a crossroad way.
Page 228: If The Engine Will Not Start
4. If the engine still does not start, call an F020300AUN 4. Check the starter connections to be authorized KIA dealer or seek other If engine stalls while driving sure they are securely tightened. qualified assistance.
Page 229: Emergency Starting
What to do in an emergency EMERGENCY STARTING F040100AUN Jumper Cables WARNING Jump starting - Battery • Keep all flames or sparks away Jump starting can be dangerous if done from the battery. The battery pro- incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm to duces hydrogen gas which may yourself or damage to your vehicle or explode if exposed to flame or...
Page 230 If the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent, you should have your vehi- the other end to a solid, stationary, cle checked by an authorized KIA dealer. metallic point (for example, the engine lifting bracket) away from the battery (4).
Page 231: If The Engine Overheats
5. If the water pump drive belt is broken as possible by an authorized KIA stopped running or the steaming has or engine coolant is leaking out, stop dealer.
Page 232 What to do in an emergency IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE (WITH SPARE TIRE, IF EQUIPPED) (1) Jack handle F070101ASA Jacking instructions (2) Jack The jack is provided for emergency (3) Wheel lug nut wrench tire changing only. To prevent the jack from “rattling” while the vehicle is in motion, store it properly.
Page 233 What to do in an emergency (Continued) • Be sure to use the correct front and rear jacking posi- tions on the vehicle; never use the bumpers or any other part of the vehicle for jack support. • The vehicle can easily roll off jack causing serious...
Page 234 What to do in an emergency WARNING - Changing a tire • To prevent vehicle movement while changing a tire, always set the parking brake fully, and always block the wheel diagonally opposite of the wheel being changed. • We recommend that wheels of the vehicle be...
Page 235 What to do in an emergency 9. Loosen the wheel nuts and remove them with your fingers. Slide the wheel off the studs and lay it flat so it cannot roll away. To put the wheel on the hub, pick up the spare tire, line up the holes with the studs and slide the wheel onto them.
Page 236 Then double-check each nut for tightness. After changing wheels, have an authorized KIA dealer tight- en the wheel nuts to their proper torque as soon as possible. Wheel nut tightening torque: Steel wheel &...
Page 237 Adjust ing for thread style before it to the specified pressure, if installing aftermarket lug nuts necessary. Refer to “Tires and or wheels. If in doubt, consult an wheels” in section 8. authorized KIA dealer.
Page 238 What to do in an emergency F070301ASA When using a compact spare tire, Important - use of compact spare tire WARNING observe the following precautions: (if equipped) The compact spare tire is for • Under no circumstances should Your vehicle is equipped with a com- emergency use only.
Page 239 What to do in an emergency • Do not take this vehicle through an • The compact spare tire should not automatic car wash while the com- be used on any other wheels, nor pact spare tire is installed. should standard tires, snow tires, wheel covers or trim rings be used •...
Page 240 What to do in an emergency IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE (WITH TIREMOBILITYKIT, IF EQUIPPED) F120100AUN This instruction shows you step by Introduction step how to temporarily seal the puncture simply and reliably. Read With the TireMobilityKit you will stay the section "Notes on the safe use of mobile even after experiencing a tire the TireMobilityKit".
Page 241 What to do in an emergency F120200AUN What to do when a tire is punc- tured A punctured tire is repaired in two stages. In the 1st stage, sealing com- pound and air is inflated into the tire and the vehicle driven a short dis- tance (3 km / 2 miles) to spread the compound inside the tire.
Page 242 What to do in an emergency 5. Unscrew the valve cap from the defective tire. 6. Screw the hose (7) of the TireMobilityKit firmly onto the tire valve. 7. Ensure that the On/Off switch (8) is in the "O"-position. 8. Place the electric plug (9) into the cigarette lighter socket (12 Volt).
Page 243 What to do in an emergency 11. Inflate the tire to at least 1.8 bar CAUTION (26 psi) and at most 3.5 bar (51 During the tire inflation opera- psi) within 7 minutes. Switch off tion do not stand next to the the compressor briefly by press- damaged tire.
Page 244 What to do in an emergency 12. If a tire inflation pressure of 1.8 CAUTION bar (26 psi) is reached, turn the If the inflation pressure is below On/Off switch to the "O"-position, 1.3 bar (19 psi), do not continue quickly unscrew the hose from to drive.
Page 245 What to do in an emergency 17. Do not unscrew the bottle. Stow 18. Drive to the next vehicle or tire the TireMobilityKit safely in the dealer to replace the tire. vehicle. WARNING WARNING After a long period without driv- After the sealing compound has ing, the inflation pressure must been used, the max.
Page 246 What to do in an emergency 9. Switch the On/Off switch (8) to the "I"-position and inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pres- sure. 10. Switch off the TireMobilityKit and check the tire pressure again. 11. After you have inflated the tire, unscrew the hose, unplug the electric plug and stow the TireMobilityKit safely in your...
Page 247 What to do in an emergency F120300ASA • Before using the TireMobilityKit CAUTION Notes on the safe use of the read the precautionary advice TireMobilityKit Do not use the TireMobilityKit if printed on the sealant bottle! the tire is severely damaged by •...
Page 248 What to do in an emergency F120400ASA Size: Sealing compound and spare parts Technical Data can be obtained and replaced at an Compressor:170 x 150 x 65 mm authorized vehicle or tire dealer. System voltage: (6.7 x 5.9 x 2.6 in.) Empty sealing compound bottles DC 12 V Sealant bottle:142 x 88 ø...
Page 249 • Do not tow the vehicle backwards recommend having it done by an author- with the front wheels on the ized KIA dealer or a commercial tow- ground as this may cause dam- truck service. Proper lifting and towing age to the vehicle.
Page 250 What to do in an emergency When towing your vehicle in an emer- gency without wheel dollies : 1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC posi- tion. 2. Place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral). 3. Release the parking brake. OSA067028 OSA067030 CAUTION...
Page 251 • To avoid damaging the hook, do not pull from the side or at a vertical angle. OSA067033 Always pull straight ahead. F080300ASA Emergency towing If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by an authorized KIA dealer or a commercial tow truck service.
Page 252 Attach a white or red cloth tral. Be sure the steering is (about 30 cm (12 inches) wide) in the KIA dealer or a commercial tow unlocked by placing the ignition middle of the strap for easy visibility.
Page 253 What to do in an emergency EMERGENCY COMMODITY (IF EQUIPPED) F110000AUN F110200AUN To check the tire pressure, take the fol- There are some emergency commodities First aid kit lowing steps; in the vehicle to help you respond to the 1. Unscrew the inflation valve cap that is There are some items such as scissors, emergency situation.
Page 254 Engine compartment / 7-2 Maintenance services / 7-4 Owner maintenance / 7-6 Scheduled maintenance service / 7-8 Explanation of scheduled maintenance items / 7-21 Engine oil / 7-23 Engine coolant / 7-25 Brakes/clutch fluid / 7-27 Automatic transaxle fluid / 7-29 Washer fluid / 7-31 Parking brake / 7-31 Fuel filter / 7-32...
Page 255: Engine Coolant Reservoir
Maintenance ENGINE COMPARTMENT ■ ■ Gasoline Engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Air cleaner 5. Fuse box 6. Negative battery terminal 7. Positive battery terminal 8. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick* 9. Radiator cap 10.
Page 256 Maintenance ■ ■ Diesel Engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Fuel filter 5. Air cleaner 6. Fuse box 7. Negative battery terminal 8. Positive battery terminal 9. Radiator cap 10. Engine oil dipstick 11.
Page 257: Maintenance Services
We recommend you have your vehicle maintained and repaired by an author- ized KIA dealer. An authorized KIA deal- er meets KIA’s high service quality stan- dards and receives technical support from KIA in order to provide you with a high level of service satisfaction.
Page 258 People using pacemakers authorized KIA dealer. should not move than 30cm closer • Working under the hood with the to the ECU or wiring harness within engine running is dangerous.
Page 259: Owner Maintenance
• Note any changes in the sound of the When you stop for fuel: the owner or an authorized KIA dealer at exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes • Check the engine oil level.
Page 260 Maintenance G030103AUN G030104AUN G030105APA At least monthly: At least twice a year At least once a year: (i.e., every Spring and Fall): • Check coolant level in the engine • Clean body and door drain holes. coolant reservoir. • Check radiator, heater and air condi- •...
Page 261: Scheduled Maintenance Service
Maintenance SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICE G040000ASA If your vehicle is operated under the above conditions, you should inspect, Follow Normal Maintenance Schedule if replace or refill more frequently than the the vehicle is usually operated where following Normal Maintenance Schedule. none of the following conditions apply. If any of the following conditions apply, fol- After the periods or distance shown in low Maintenance Under Severe Usage...
Page 262 Maintenance G040100ASA NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - GASOLINE ENGINE MAINTENANCE Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first INTERVALS Months Miles×1,000 MAINTENANCE ITEM Km×1,000 At first, inspect 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months For Europe after that, inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months Drive belts * Except Europe Replace every 10,000 km (6,250 miles) or 12 months *...
Page 263 I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace. R : Replace or change. : Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. An authorized KIA dealer should perform the operation. : In case of hard starting or abnormal fuel pressure, replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule.
Page 264 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - GASOLINE ENGINE (CONT.) Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Months Miles×1,000 MAINTENANCE Km×1,000 ITEM At first, replace at 100,000 km (62,500 miles) or 60 months: For Europe after that, replace every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 24 months * Engine coolant * At first, replace at 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 24 months: Except Europe...
Page 265 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - GASOLINE ENGINE (CONT.) Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Months Miles×1,000 MAINTENANCE Km×1,000 ITEM Steering gear rack, linkage and boots Driveshaft and boots Tire (pressure & tread wear) Front suspension ball joints Bolt and nuts on chassis and body Air conditioner refrigerant (if equipped) Air conditioner compressor (if equipped)
Page 266 Maintenance G040200ASA MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS - GASOLINE ENGINE The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars mainly used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals. R : Replace I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace Maintenance Maintenance intervals MAINTENANCE ITEM...
Page 267 Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance intervals MAINTENANCE ITEM Driving condition operation Inspect more frequently Front suspension ball joints C, D, E, F, G depending on the condition Inspect more frequently Disc brakes and pads, calipers and rotors C, D, E, G, H depending on the condition Inspect more frequently Drum brakes and linings (if equipped)
Page 268 Maintenance G040300ASA NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - DIESEL ENGINE MAINTENANCE Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first INTERVALS Months Miles×1,000 12.5 37.5 62.5 87.5 MAINTENANCE ITEM Km×1,000 At first, inspect 80,000 km (50,000 miles) or 48 months Drive belts after that, inspect every 20,000 km (12,500 miles) or 12 months Engine oil and For Europe...
Page 269 If the diesel fuel specifications don't meet the European standards EN 590, replace it more frequently. Consult an authorized KIA dealer for details. In case of low engine power or fuel pressure decrease of the fuel filter, replace fuel filter immediately regardless of mainte-...
Page 270 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - DIESEL ENGINE (CONT.) Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Months Miles×1,000 12.5 37.5 62.5 87.5 MAINTENANCE ITEM Km×1,000 At first, replace at 100,000 km (62,500 miles) or 60 months: For Europe after that, replace every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 24 months * Engine coolant * At first, replace at 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 24 months:...
Page 271 Maintenance NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - DIESEL ENGINE (CONT.) Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Months Miles×1,000 12.5 37.5 62.5 87.5 MAINTENANCE ITEM Km×1,000 Steering gear rack, linkage and boots Driveshaft and boots Tire (pressure & tread wear) Front suspension ball joints Bolt and nuts on chassis and body Air conditioner refrigerant (if equipped)
Page 272 Maintenance G040400ASA MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS - DIESEL ENGINE The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars mainly used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals. R : Replace I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace Maintenance Maintenance intervals MAINTENANCE ITEM...
Page 273 Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance intervals MAINTENANCE ITEM Driving condition operation Inspect more frequently Front suspension ball joints C, D, E, F, G depending on the condition Inspect more frequently Disc brakes and pads, calipers and rotors C, D, E, G, H depending on the condition Inspect more frequently Drum brakes and linings (if equipped)
Page 274: Explanation Of Scheduled Maintenance Items
Have driven in severe conditions, more fre- that a new vapor hose or fuel filler cap is an authorized KIA dealer replace any quent oil and filter changes are required. correctly replaced. damaged or leaking parts immediately.
Page 275: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
G051600ASA Air cleaner filter Coolant Brake fluid A Genuine KIA air cleaner filter is recom- The coolant should be changed at the Check the brake fluid level in the brake mended when the filter is replaced. intervals specified in the maintenance fluid reservoir.
Page 276: Engine Oil
Maintenance ENGINE OIL G052100AUN G052400AUN Suspension mounting bolts Drive shafts and boots Check the suspension connections for Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps looseness or damage. Retighten to the for cracks, deterioration, or damage. specified torque. Replace any damaged parts and, if nec- essary, repack the grease.
Page 277 Have the engine oil and filter changed by 4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and an authorized KIA dealer according to re-insert it fully. the Maintenance Schedule at the begin- ning of this section.
Page 278: Engine Coolant
Maintenance ENGINE COOLANT G070000AUN ■ Gasoline Engine (Continued) The high-pressure cooling system has a • Turn the engine off and wait until reservoir filled with year-round antifreeze it cools down. Use extreme care coolant. The reservoir is filled at the fac- when removing the radiator cap.
Page 279 Bring the level to F, but do not overfill. If frequent additions are required, see an authorized Mixture Percentage (volume) Ambient KIA dealer for a cooling system inspec- Temperature tion. Antifreeze Water G070101AUN -15°C (5°F) Recommended engine coolant -25°C (-13°F)
Page 280 This is a normal condition asso- Have coolant changed by an authorized ciated with the wear of the brake linings. KIA dealer according to the Maintenance If the fluid level is excessively low, have Schedule at the beginning of this section.
Page 281 Maintenance CAUTION WARNING - Brake/clutch fluid Do not allow brake/clutch fluid con- tact the vehicle's body paint, as When changing adding paint damage will result. brake/clutch fluid, handle it careful- Brake/clutch fluid, which has been ly. Do not let it come in contact with exposed to open air for an extended your eyes.
Page 282 Maintenance AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) 2. After the transaxle is warmed up suffi- ciently [fluid temperature 70~80°C (158~176°F)], for example by 10 min- utes usual driving, move the shift lever through all positions then place the shift lever in N(Neutral) or P(Park) position.
Page 283 Exercise great ✽ ✽ NOTICE Have the automatic transaxle fluid care not to burn yourself during changed by an authorized KIA dealer this procedure. The “COLD” range is for reference only according to the Maintenance Schedule and should NOT be used to determine at the beginning of this section.
Page 284: Washer Fluid
If the stroke is more or Do not drink and avoid coming in less than specified, have the parking contact with the windshield wash- brake adjusted by an authorized KIA er fluid. Serious injury or death dealer. could occur.
Page 285 ON position. If this warn- ing light illuminates, take your car to an authorized Kia dealer and have the sys- tem checked. HSM240-1 • Place a water trap under the fuel filter.
Page 286 When replacing the fuel filter cartridge, extract air from the fuel system as it use KIA genuine parts. makes it difficult to start the engine. 1. Remove the air vent bolt from the fuel filter.
Page 287: Air Cleaner
Maintenance AIR CLEANER OSA077014 OSA077012 OSA077013 G160100AUN 1. Loosen the air cleaner cover attaching Filter replacement clips and open the cover. It must be replaced when necessary, and should not be cleaned and reused. OSA077015 2. Replace the air cleaner filter. 3.
Page 288 • Use a KIA genuine part. Using non-genuine parts could damage the air flow sensor or turbocharg- 7 35...
Page 289 Maintenance OSA077017 1SAA5017 3. Replace the climate control air filter. 2. Pull out the hooks of the climate con- trol air filter case (1). 4. Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly. ✽ ✽ NOTICE When replacing the climate control air filter install it properly.
Page 290: Wiper Blades
Maintenance WIPER BLADES CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them. G180200AUN Blade replacement When the wipers no longer clean ade- quately, the blades may be worn or cracked, and require replacement.
Page 291 Maintenance BATTERY G180202AUN Rear window wiper blade To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components, have an authorized KIA dealer replace the wiper blade. 1JBA7037 OSA077020 G190100AUN For best battery service • Keep the battery securely mounted. • Keep the battery top clean and dry.
Page 292 Maintenance (Continued) (Continued) WARNING - Battery dangers If any electrolyte gets into inappropriately dis- your eyes, flush your eyes posed battery can be harm- Always read the following with clean water for at least ful to the environment and instructions carefully when 15 minutes and get immedi- human health.
Page 293 Maintenance G190200AUN (Continued) WARNING Battery recharging - Recharging • Before performing maintenance battery Your vehicle has a maintenance-free, or recharging the battery, turn off When recharging battery, calcium-based battery. all accessories and stop the observe the following precautions: • If the battery becomes discharged in a engine.
Page 294 If a tire tion recommended for your vehicle. frequently needs refilling, have it checked by an author- G200200AUN ized KIA dealer. Recommended cold tire inflation • Overinflation produces OSA087005 pressures harsh ride, excessive wear at All specifications (sizes and pres-...
Page 295 Maintenance G200300AUN CAUTION CAUTION - Tire pressure Checking tire inflation pressure • Warm tires normally exceed Always observe the following: Check your tires once a month or recommended cold tire pres- • Check tire pressure when the more. sures by 28 to 41 kPa (4 to 6 tires are cold.
Page 296 Refer to “Tire and wheels” in section 8. • Remember to check the pres- sure of your spare tire. KIA recommends that you check the spare every time you check the pressure of the other tires on your vehicle.
Page 297 Maintenance Disc brake pads should be inspected G200500AUN With a full-size spare tire Wheel alignment and tire balance for wear whenever tires are rotated. The wheels on your vehicle were ✽ ✽ NOTICE aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life Rotate radial tires that have an and best overall performance.
Page 298 • Replace tires that are worn, • Wheels that do not meet KIA’s show uneven wear, or are specifications may fit poorly damaged. Worn tires can and cause in damage to the...
Page 299 Maintenance G200601AUN G200700BUN G200800AUN Compact spare tire replacement (if Wheel replacement Tire traction equipped) When replacing the metal wheels for Tire traction can be reduced if you A compact spare tire has a shorter any reason, make sure the new drive on worn tires, tires that are tread life than a regular size tire.
Page 300 Maintenance G201002ASA T - Speed Rating Symbol. See the 2. Tire size designation speed rating chart in this section A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire for additional information. size designation. You will need this information when selecting replace- Wheel size designation ment tires for your car.
Page 301 Maintenance Tire speed ratings G201003APA 3. Checking tire life (TIN : Tire WARNING - Tire age The chart below lists many of the dif- Identification Number) ferent speed ratings currently being Tires degrade over time, even Any tires that are over 6 years old, used for passenger car tires.
Page 302 Maintenance G201005AUN G2010007AEN These grades are molded on the 5. Maximum permissible inflation 7. Uniform tire quality grading side-walls of passenger vehicle tires. pressure Quality grades can be found where The tires available as standard or This number is the greatest amount applicable on the tire sidewall optional equipment on your vehicle of air pressure that should be put in...
Page 303 Maintenance Temperature -A, B & C WARNING - Tire The temperature grades are A (the temperature highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of The temperature grade for this heat and its ability to dissipate heat tire is established for a tire that when tested under controlled condi- is properly inflated and not...
Page 304 Avoid using the system involved and immediately Normal Blown consult an authorized KIA dealer. CAUTION Three kinds of fuses are used: blade type Fusible link for lower amperage rating, cartridge type,...
Page 305 5. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. If it fits loosely, consult an authorized KIA dealer. If you do not have a spare, use a fuse of...
Page 306 Maintenance ✽ ✽ NOTICE • If the memory fuse is pulled up from the fuse panel, the warning chime, audio, clock and interior lamps, etc., will not operate. Some items must be reset after replacement. Refer to “Battery” in this section. •...
Page 307 To remove or insert the fuse, If the main fuse is blown, consult an use the fuse puller in the engine com- authorized KIA dealer. partment fuse panel. 4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips.
Page 308 Maintenance G210300ASA Fuse/relay panel description Inside the fuse/relay panel covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity. Instrument panel fuse panel Engine compartment main fuse panel ✽ ✽ NOTICE Not all fuse panel descriptions in this manual may be applicable to your vehi- cle.
Page 309 Maintenance Instrument panel fuse panel Description Fuse rating Protected component Description Fuse rating Protected component START SIG Start motor C/DR LOCK Central door lock RR FOG LP Rear fog light A/BAG IND Airbag warning A/CON SW Air conditioner TCU B/UP Automatic tranaxle CLUSTER Cluster...
Page 310 Maintenance Engine compartment main fuse panel Description Fuse rating Protected component Description Fuse rating Protected component ECU1 20A (30A) Engine control unit Radiator fan STOP Stop light BATT 100A (120A) Alternator, Battery FR/FOG Front fog light FR FOG Front fog light relay A/CON Air conditioner A/CON...
Page 311: Light Bulbs
WARNING - Working on the correct bulbs and the expertise, the lights consult an authorized KIA dealer. In Prior to working on the light, firmly many cases, it is difficult to replace apply the parking brake, ensure vehicle light bulbs because other...
Page 312 Maintenance (Continued) • If a bulb becomes damaged or cracked, replace it immediately and carefully dispose of it. • Wear eye protection when chang- ing a bulb. Allow the bulb to cool down before handling it. OHD076046 OSA077037 G220101ASA 1. Open the hood. Headlight bulb 2.
Page 313 3. Separate the socket and the lens part If the light bulb does not operate, have by turning the socket counterclockwise the vehicle checked by an authorized KIA until the tabs on the socket align with dealer. the slots on the lens part.
Page 314 Maintenance OSA077033 OSA077035 OSA077032 G220300ASA Rear combination light bulb replacement (1) Stop and tail light (2) Rear turn signal light (3) Back-up light / Rear fog light (if equipped) OSA077034 OSA077038 1. Open the tailgate. 4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing it in and rotating it until the 2.
Page 315 1. Loosen the light assembly retaining If the light does not operate, have the screws with a cross-tip screwdriver. vehicle checked by an authorized KIA dealer. 2. Disconnect the bulb electrical connec- tor. 3. Separate the socket and the lens parts...
Page 316 Maintenance G220600ASA Dome light Interior light bulb replacement 1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently pry the lens from the interior light housing. 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. WARNING Prior to working on the Interior OSA077059 Lights, ensure that the “OFF” but- Luggage room lamp ton is depressed to avoid burning your fingers or receiving an electric...
Page 317: Appearance Care
Maintenance APPEARANCE CARE Exterior care After washing, rinse the vehicle thor- oughly with lukewarm or cold water. Do G230101AUN not allow soap to dry on the finish. Exterior general caution It is very important to follow the label CAUTION directions when using any chemical cleaner or polish.
Page 318 Maintenance Waxing G230103AUN G230104AUN Finish damage repair Bright-metal maintenance Wax the vehicle when water will no longer bead on the paint. Deep scratches or stone chips in the • To remove road tar and insects, use a painted surface must be repaired tar remover, not a scraper or other Always wash and dry the vehicle before promptly.
Page 319 Maintenance G230105ASA G230106AUN Underbody maintenance WARNING Aluminum wheel maintenance Corrosive materials used for ice and The aluminum wheels are coated with a After washing the vehicle, test the snow removal and dust control may col- clear protective finish. brakes while driving slowly to see if lect on the underbody.
Page 320 Maintenance G230107ASA High-corrosion areas Moisture breeds corrosion Corrosion protection If you live in an area where your car is Moisture creates the conditions in which regularly exposed to corrosive materials, corrosion is most likely to occur. For Protecting your vehicle from corrosion corrosion protection is particularly impor- example, corrosion is accelerated by By using the most advanced design and...
Page 321 Maintenance To help prevent corrosion • When cleaning underneath the car, Keep paint and trim in good condition give particular attention to the compo- You can help prevent corrosion from get- Scratches or chips in the finish should be nents under the fenders and other ting started by observing the following: covered with "touch-up"...
Page 322 Maintenance Interior care G230202AUN G230203ASA Cleaning the upholstery and interior Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt web- G230201AUN trim bing Interior general precautions Vinyl Clean the belt webbing with any mild Prevent caustic solutions such as per- soap solution recommended for cleaning Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl fume and cosmetic oil from contacting upholstery or carpet.
Page 323 System is designed to prevent fuel ommended that you have your car vapors from escaping into the atmos- inspected and maintained by an author- phere. ized KIA dealer in accordance with the maintenance schedule in this manual.
Page 324 Maintenance G270201AUN G270300AUN G270302AUN Canister Engine exhaust gas precautions (car- 3. Exhaust emission control bon monoxide) Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel system tank are absorbed and stored in the • Carbon monoxide can be present with The Exhaust Emission Control System is onboard canister.
Page 325 • Never sit in a parked or stopped vehi- tem. All inspections and adjustments objects, such as grass, vegetation, cle for any extended time with the must be made by an authorized KIA paper, leaves, etc. engine running. dealer. • When the engine stalls or fails to start, •...
Page 326 Dimensions / 8-2 Bulb wattage / 8-2 Tires and wheels / 8-3 Recommended lubricants and capacities / 8-4 Vehicle identification number (VIN) / 8-6 Vehicle certification label / 8-6 Tire specification and pressure label / 8-6 Engine number / 8-7 Specifications &...
Page 327 Specifications & Consumer information DIMENSIONS BULB WATTAGE I010000ASA I030000ASA Item mm (in) Light Bulb Wattage Headlights (Low) Overall length 3,535 (139.17) Headlights (High) Overall width 1,595 (62.80) For Europe Overall height 1,480 (58.27) Front turn signal lights Except Europe Front tread 1,400 (55.11) For Europe Rear tread...
Page 328: Tires And Wheels
Specifications & Consumer information TIRES AND WHEELS I020000ASA Tires Inflation pressure Wheel lug nut torque Item Engine Tire Wheel bar (psi,kPa) kg•m (lb•ft, N•m) Front Rear 155/70 R13 4.0B x 13 9~11 2. 2 2. 2 Gasoline 165/60 R14 5.0J x 14 (65~79, 88~107) (32, 220) (32, 220)
Page 329: Recommended Lubricants And Capacities
Specifications & Consumer information RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES I040000ASA To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy. These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
Page 330 Specifications & Consumer information I040100AUN Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an When choosing an oil, consider the range Recommended SAE viscosity effect on fuel economy and cold weather of temperature your vehicle will be oper- operating (engine start and engine oil number ated in before the next oil change.
Page 331: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
Specifications & Consumer information VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION VEHICLE CERTIFICATION TIRE SPECIFICATION AND NUMBER (VIN) LABEL PRESSURE LABEL Frame number 1SAA6001 OSA087003 VIN label (if equipped) OSA087005 H030000AUN The tires supplied on your new vehicle are chosen to provide the best perform- ance for normal driving.
Page 332: Engine Number
Specifications & Consumer information ENGINE NUMBER Gasoline engine OSA087006 Diesel engine OSA087007 H04000AUN-EE The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown in the drawing.
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Page 334 Index Air bag - supplemental restraint system ························3-36 Economical operation ····················································5-26 Air cleaner ·····································································7-34 Emergency commodity ··················································6-28 Appearance care·····························································7-64 Emergency starting ··························································6-4 Audio system ·································································4-77 Emission control system················································7-70 Automatic climate control system ·································4-60 Engine compartment ················································2-4, 7-2 Automatic transaxle ·······················································5-10 Engine coolant ·······························································7-25 Automatic transaxle fluid ··············································7-29 Engine number·································································8-7...
Page 335 Index If the engine will not start ···············································6-3 If you have a flat tire (with spare tire)·····························6-7 If you have a flat tire (with TireMobilityKit)················6-15 Owner maintenance ·························································7-6 In case of an emergency while driving····························6-2 Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster ···················1-6 Instrument cluster ··························································4-25 Instrument panel overview···············································2-3 Parking brake ································································7-31...
Page 336 Index Theft-alarm system ··························································4-6 Tire specification and pressure label ·······························8-6 Tires and wheels·····················································7-41, 8-3 Towing ···········································································6-24 Trailer towing·································································5-36 Vehicle break-in process ··················································1-5 Vehicle certification label ················································8-6 Vehicle identification number (VIN)·······························8-6 Vehicle weight ·······························································5-44 Washer fluid···································································7-31 Windows ········································································4-12 Windshield defrosting and defogging····························4-67 Winter driving ································································5-32 Wiper blades ··································································7-37 Wipers and washers ·······················································4-46...

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