2006 sportage owner's manual

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Congratulations! Your selection of a Kia was a wise investment.It will give you years of driving pleasure. Now that you are theowner of a Kia vehicle, you’ll probably be asked a lot of ques-tions about your vehicle and the company like “What is a Kia?”,“Who is Kia?”, “What does ‘Kia’ mean?”.

Here are some answers. First, Kia is the oldest car company inKorea. It is a company that has thousands of employees focusedon building high-quality vehicles at affordable prices.

The first syllable, Ki, in the word “Kia” means “to arise from tothe world” or “to come up out of to the world.” The second syl-lable, a, means “Asia.” So, the word Kia, means “to arise from”or “to come up out of Asia to the world.”

Drive safely and enjoy your Kia!

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Thank you for choosing a Kia vehicle.When you require service, remember that your dealerknows your vehicle best. Your dealer has factory-trainedtechnicians, recommended special tools, genuine Kiareplacement parts and is dedicated to your complete sat-isfaction.Because subsequent owners require this important infor-mation as well, this publication should remain with thevehicle if it is sold.This manual will familiarize you with operational, main-tenance and safety information about your new vehicle. Itis supplemented by a Warranty and ConsumerInformation manual that provides important informationon all warranties regarding your vehicle. If your vehicleis equipped with an audio system, you will also have aKia Integrated Audio System manual explaining its oper-ation. We urge you to read these publications carefullyand follow the recommendations to help assure enjoyableand safe operation of your new vehicle.Kia offers a great variety of options, components and fea-tures for its various models.Therefore, the equipment described in this manual, alongwith the various illustrations, may not all be applicable toyour particular vehicle.

The information and specifications provided in this man-ual were accurate at the time of printing. Kia reserves theright to discontinue or change specifications or design atany time without notice and without incurring any obli-gation. If you have questions, always check with yourKia Dealer.We assure you of our continuing interest in your motor-ing pleasure and satisfaction in your Kia vehicle.

© 2005 Kia Motors Corp.All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, elec-tronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording,or by any information storage and retrieval system ortranslation in whole or part is not permitted without writ-ten authorization from Kia Motors Corporation.Printed in Korea

Foreword


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Introduction

Your vehicle at a glance

Knowing your vehicle

Driving your vehicle

Driving tips

In case of an emergency

Maintenance

Specifications

Index

table of contents


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How to use this manual / 1-2Vehicle handling instructions / 1-3Vehicle break-in process / 1-3

Introduction

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We want to help you get the greatestpossible driving pleasure from yourvehicle. Your Owner’s Manual canassist you in many ways. We strong-ly recommend that you read theentire manual. At the very least, youmust read the WARNING and CAU-TION sections spread throughout themanual, which are easily recognizedby their special markings. These sec-tions have precautions that must befollowed to prevent personal injury ordeath.Illustrations complement the wordsin this manual to best explain how toenjoy your vehicle. By reading yourmanual, you learn about features,important safety information, anddriving tips under various road condi-tions.

The general layout of the manual isprovided in the Table of Contents. Agood place to start is the index; it hasan alphabetical listing of all informa-tion in your manual.Sections: This manual has eight sec-tions plus an index. Each sectionbegins with a brief list of contents soyou can tell at a glance if that sectionhas the information you want.

You’ll find various WARNING’s,CAUTION’s, and NOTICE’s in thismanual. These WARNING’s,CAUTION’s and NOTICE’s were pre-pared to enhance your personalsafety and continued satisfactionwith Kia vehicle. You should carefullyread and follow ALL procedures andrecommendations provided in theseWARNING’s, CAUTION’s andNOTICE’s.

✽✽ NOTICEA NOTICE indicates a situation inwhich damage to your vehicle couldresult if the notice is ignored.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

WARNING A WARNING indicates a situationin which serious bodily injury ordeath could result if the warningis ignored.

CAUTIONA CAUTION indicates a situationin which personal injury, perhapssevere, could result if the cautionis ignored.


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VEHICLE HANDLINGINSTRUCTIONSAs with other vehicles of this type,failure to operate this vehicle correct-ly may result in loss of control, anaccident or vehicle rollover.Specific design characteristics (high-er ground clearance, track, etc.) givethis vehicle a higher center of gravitythan other types of vehicles. In otherwords they are not designed for cor-nering at the same speeds as con-ventional 2-wheel drive vehicles.Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneu-vers. Again, failure to operate thisvehicle correctly may result in loss ofcontrol, an accident or vehiclerollover. Be sure to read the “on-pavement” and “off-road” drivingguidelines, in section 5 of thismanual.

VEHICLE BREAK-INPROCESSNo special break-in period is needed.By following a few simple precautionsfor the first 1,000 km (600 miles) youmay add to the performance, econo-my and life of your vehicle.• Do not race the engine.• Do not maintain a single speed for

long periods of time, either fast orslow. Varying engine speed isneeded to properly break-in theengine.

• Avoid hard stops, except in emer-gencies, to allow the brakes to seatproperly.

• Avoid full-throttle starts.


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EXTERIOR OVERVIEW

1. Door

2. Window

3. Sunroof (if equipped)

4. Wiper

5. Engine hood

6. Tire

7. Headlights

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1. Rear door child safety lock

2. Fuel filler lid

3. Antenna

4. Roof rack (if equipped)

5. Rear hatch

6. Spare tire

7. Outside rearview mirror

8. Tail lights

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INTERIOR OVERVIEW

1. Door lock/unlock button

2. Power window switches

3. Outside rearview mirror control switch(if equipped)

4. Hood release lever

5. Instrument panel illumination (if equipped)

6. Traction control system (if equipped) /Electronic stability program (if equipped)

7. 4WD LOCK button (if equipped)

8. Steering wheel tilt

9. Brake pedal

10. Accelerator pedal

11. Seat

12. Parking brake lever

13. Fuel filler lid release lever

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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW

1. Driver’s airbag

2. Light control / Turn signals

3. Instrument cluster

4. Wiper/Washer

5. Ignition switch

6. Steering wheel

7. Digital clock

8. Hazard

9. Audio controls (if equipped)

10. Climate control system (if equipped)

11. Passenger’s airbag

12. Vent controls

13. Glove box

14. Ashtray

15. Cigar lighter

16. Shift lever

17. Auto cruise controls (if equipped)

18. PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator

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➀ Driver’s airbag(see page 3- 59)

➁ Front passenger’s airbag(see page 3- 60)

➂ Side airbag(if equipped, see page 3- 67)

➃ Curtain Airbag(if equipped, see page 3- 67)

➄ Front impact sensor(see page 3- 69)

➅ Side impact sensor(if equipped, see page 3- 69)

➆ SRS Control Module(see page 3- 69)

➇ Front seat position sensor➈ Occupant classification system

(see page 3- 60) Airbag inflation condition

(see page 3- 70) Airbag non-inflation condition

(see page 3- 71) Airbag warning light

(see page 3- 76) Airbag service

(see page 3- 77) Airbag warning label

(see page 3- 79)

What your airbag system doesDriver’s airbag and front passenger’sairbag are designed to supplementthe protection offered by the safetybelt in certain frontal collisions.Likewise, side airbag and curtainairbags are designed to supplementthe protection offered by the safetybelt in side collisions. Safety beltsare designed to reduce the injury ofthe driver or passengers in case ofimpact or collision. No safety belt orairbag system can completely elimi-nate injuries that may cause in colli-sions or impacts. To help reduceimpact on driver or passengers inany collision, safety belts must becorrectly worn.

What your airbag system doesnot doThe air bag system is designed tosupplement the protection offered bythe safety belt system. IT IS NOT ASUBSTITUTE FOR THE SAFETYBELT.

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The importance of using safety beltsThere are four very important rea-sons to use safety belts even with anairbag supplemental restraint sys-tem. They:• help keep you in the proper posi-

tion (away from the airbag) when itinflates.

• reduce the risk of harm in rollover,side impact (vehicles not equippedwith side and curtain airbags) orrear impact collisions, because anairbag is not designed to inflate insuch situations and even a sidecurtain airbag is designed to inflateonly in certain side impact colli-sions.

• reduce the risk of harm in frontal orside collisions which are notsevere enough to actuate theairbag supplemental restraint sys-tem.

• reduce the risk of being ejectedfrom your vehicle.

Your vehicle’s SupplementalRestraint System Control Moduleis equipped with a recordingdevice that may record the use orstatus of the safety belt restraintsystem by the driver and frontpassenger in certain collisions.

WARNING - Airbags &safety belts

• Even in vehicles with air bags,you and your passengersmust always wear the safetybelts provided in order to min-imize the risk and severity ofinjury in the event of a colli-sion or rollover.

• Always wear your safety belt.It can help keep you awayfrom the air bags during heavybraking just before a collision.

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(Continued)• If occupants are not wearing

safety belts or correctly seat-ed, they cannot be fully pro-tected, and thus face a greaterrisk of serious injury or death.

• Driver’s and front passenger’sairbag are designed to inflateonly in certain frontal colli-sion, and side and curtainairbags are designed to inflatein certain side impacts.Frontal airbags are notdesigned to provide protec-tion in side impacts, rearimpacts, rollovers, or lesssevere frontal collisions. Theywill not provide protectionfrom later impacts in a multi-impact collision.

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Airbag system components The main components of your SRSare:• To indicate that your vehicle is

equipped with airbags, the corre-sponding airbag covers aremarked with “SRS AIRBAG”.- Driver’s airbag (see page 3- 59)- Passenger’s airbag (see page 3- 60)- Side airbag

(if equipped, see page 3- 67) - Curtain airbag

(if equipped, see page 3- 67)• A diagnostic system that continual-

ly monitors the system operation.• Airbag warning light to warn you of

a possible problem with the sys-tem.

• Emergency power backup in caseyour car’s electrical system is dis-connected in a crash.

The SRS uses a collection of sen-sors to gather information about thedriver’s and front passenger’s seatposition, the driver’s and front pas-senger’s safety belt usage andimpact severity.The driver's and front passenger'sseat position sensors, which areinstalled on the seat track let theairbag control module know wherethe seats are positioned. Similarly,the safety belt usage sensors meas-ure if the driver and front passenger’ssafety belts are fastened. These sen-sors provide the ability to control theSRS deployment based on howclose the driver’s seat is to the steer-ing wheel, how close the passen-ger’s seat is to the instrument panel,whether or not the safety belts arefastened, and the severity of theimpact.

(Continued)• If your vehicle has been sub-

jected to flood conditions (e.g.soaked carpeting/standingwater on the floor of the vehi-cle, etc.) or if your vehicle hasbecome flood damaged in anyway, do not attempt to startthe vehicle or put the key inthe ignition. Have the vehicletowed to an authorized Kiadealer for inspection and nec-essary repairs.Disregarding this precautionmay cause an unexpectedairbag deployment, whichcould result in serious per-sonal injury or death.



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The advanced SRS offers the abilityto control the airbag inflation with twolevels. A first stage level is providedfor moderate-severity impacts. A sec-ond stage level is provided for moresevere impacts.According to the impact severity,seating position and safety beltusage, the SRS Control Module con-trols the airbag inflation.Additionally, your SRS is equippedwith an occupant classification sys-tem in the front passenger’s seat.The occupant classification systemdetects the presence of a passengerin the front passenger’s seat and willturn off the front passenger’s airbagunder certain conditions in order toprotect smaller front passenger seatoccupants. For more detail, see“Occupant Classification System”later in this section.

WARNING - Seating sen-sors malfunction

If the seat position sensor is notworking properly, the airbagwarning light ( ) on the instru-ment panel will illuminatebecause the airbag warninglight is connected with the seatposition sensor. If the airbagwarning light does not illumi-nate when the ignition key isturned to the "ON" position, if itremains illuminated after illumi-nating for approximately 6 sec-onds, or if it illuminates whilethe vehicle is being driven, havean authorized Kia dealer inspectyour vehicle as soon as possi-ble.

AIRBAG

WARNING - Seat usage• Modification to the seat struc-

ture can damage the seatposition sensor and cause theairbag to deploy at a differentlevel than should be provided.

• Do not place any objectsunderneath the front seatssince they could damage theseat position sensor or inter-fere with the occupant classi-fication system.

• Do not place any objects thatmay cause magnetic fieldsnear the front seat. These maycause a malfunction of theseat position sensor.

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Driver’s airbagThe driver’s airbag is stored in thecenter of the steering wheel.

(Continued)• Have your car checked by a

Kia dealer as soon as possibleif the SRS warning lightcomes on. Ignoring the indica-tor light can result in seriousor fatal injury.

• Sitting improperly or out ofposition can provide incorrectdata to the occupant classifi-cation system and result inserious or fatal injury in acrash. All occupants shouldsit upright in their seats withtheir feet on the floor.

WARNING - Steeringwheel

• You must always sit as farback from the steering wheelairbag as possible (chest atleast 250 mm (10 inches) awayfrom the steering wheel), whilestill maintaining a comfortableseating position for goodvehicle control, in order toreduce the risk of injury ordeath in a collision.

• Never place objects over theairbag storage compartmentsor between the airbags andyourself. Due to the speed andforce of the airbag inflation,such objects could hit yourbody at high speed and causesevere bodily injury and evendeath.

• Do not put stickers or orna-ments on the steering wheelcover. These may interferewith the deployment of theairbag.

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Front passenger’s airbagFront passenger’s airbag is stored inthe instrument panel on the glovebox.Never put any objects or ornamentson the instrument panel.

Occupant classification systemThe occupant classification systemdetects the presence of a passengerin the front passenger’s seat and willturn off the front passenger’s airbagunder certain conditions.The occupant classification system isdesigned to detect the presence of aproperly-seated occupant and deter-mine if the front passenger’s airbagshould be enabled (may inflate) ornot.

If the passenger in the front passen-ger’s seat is very light, (such as achild), the front PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator may go ON.When this indicator is ON, the frontpassenger’s airbag will not operate.If there is no passenger in the frontpassenger's seat, the PASSENGERAIR BAG OFF indicator comes on,and the system shuts off not only thefront passenger's front airbag butalso the front passenger’s sideairbag.

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Always be sure that you and all vehi-cle occupants are seated andrestrained properly (sitting uprightwith the seat in an upright position,centered on the seat cushion, withthe person’s legs comfortablyextended, feet on the floor, and wear-ing the safety belt properly) for themost effective protection by theairbag and the safety belt.

• The “PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF”indicator illuminates after the igni-tion key is turned to the “ON” posi-tion or after the engine is started. Ifthe front passenger’s seat is occu-pied by very small person, the“PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF” indi-cator will remain illuminated. If thefront passenger’s seat is occupiedby a person of adult size, the “PAS-SENGER AIR BAG OFF” indicatorwill turn off after 4 seconds.

• If the front passenger's seat isunoccupied, the “PASSENGERAIR BAG OFF” indicator will turnon, and the front passenger'sairbag will not deploy in frontalcrashes.

• If the “PASSENGER AIR BAGOFF” indicator illuminates, the frontpassenger’s airbag will not deployin frontal crashes.

• If the front passenger’s seat isoccupied by a person of adult size,the “PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF”indicator is not illuminated and thefront passenger’s airbag will deployin frontal crashes.

WARNINGEven though your vehicle isequipped with the occupantclassification system, do notinstall a child restraint systemin the front passenger's seatsince a child restraint mayresult in an improper reading bythe seat sensor. The infant/childcould be severely injured orkilled by an airbag deploymentin case of an accident.



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CAUTIONIf the “PASSENGER AIR BAGOFF” indicator illuminates orblinks continuously when a per-son of adult size sits in the frontpassenger’s seat, it could bebecause that person isn’t sittingproperly in the seat.If this happens, turn the vehicleoff, place the seat back in thefull upright position, sit uprightin the seat, centered on the seatcushion, with legs comfortablyextended. Restart the vehicleand have the person remain inthis position for about 1 minute.This will allow the system todetect the person and enablethe passenger’s airbag.

Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system

Condition detected bythe occupant classifi-

cation system

1. Adult *1

2. Child *2

3. Unoccupied

4. There is a malfunc-tion in the system

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Deactivated

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"PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF" indicator light Airbag warning light

Front passengerairbag

Indicator/Warning light Devices

*1 The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a smaller adultsits in the front passenger seat, the system may recognize him/her as achild depending on his/her physique and posture.

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CAUTIONIf the occupant classificationsystem is not working properly,the airbag warning light ( ) onthe instrument panel will illumi-nate because the passenger’sairbag is connected with theoccupant classification system.If there is a malfunction of theoccupant classification system,the "PASSENGER AIR BAGOFF" indicator will illuminateand the front passenger'sairbag will not deploy in frontalcrashes even if there is adultoccupant in the front passen-ger's seat.

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AIRBAG

(Continued)Have an authorized Kia dealerinspect the occupant classifica-tion system with the SRS airbagsystem as soon as possible ifany of following occur;• The SRS airbag warning light

does not illuminate when theignition key is turned to "ON"position.

• The SRS airbag warning lightremains illuminated after illu-minating for approximately 6seconds.

• The SRS airbag warning lightilluminates while the vehicle isbeing driven.

WARNING• The occupant classification

system can function onlywhen the ignition key is in the"ON" position.

• For very small person, theoccupant classification sys-tem may or may not turn offthe right front passenger'sfrontal airbag, dependingupon the person's seatingposture and body build.Everyone in your vehicleshould wear a safety beltproperly -- whether or notthere is an air bag for that per-son.

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(Continued)• If the front seat passenger

changes their seating position(for example, by not sittingupright, by sitting on the edgeof the seat, or by otherwisebeing out of position), the"PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF"indicator may be turned on,and the passenger's airbagmay not deploy in a collision.Always be sure to sit properlyin the front passenger’s seatand wear the safety belt prop-erly and do not do any of thefollowing.

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- Put a heavy load in the frontpassenger seat.

- Excessively recline the frontpassenger seatback.

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- Sit with hips shifted towardsthe front of the seat.

- Lean on the center console.- Sit on one side of the front

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✽✽ NOTICE• If luggage or other objects are

placed on the front passenger'sseat or if the temperature of theseat changes, the "PASSENGERAIR BAG OFF" indicator mayblink. These conditions do notindicate a problem.

• Do not put heavy objects on thefront passenger’s seat. This maycause the front passenger's airbagto deploy in a frontal collision.

(Continued)• Do not modify or replace the

front passenger’s seat. Don'tplace or attach anything onthe front passenger’s seat.This can adversely affect theoccupant classification sys-tem.

• Do not sit on sharp objectssuch as tools when occupyingthe front passenger’s seat.These can adversely affect theoccupant classification sys-tem.

• Do not install accessory seatcovers on the front seats.

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- Place feet on the dashboard.

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(Continued)• If the driver brakes the vehicle

heavily in an urgent situa-tions, occupants will bethrown forward. If front pas-sengers are not wearing thesafety belts, they will bedirectly in front of the storagecompartment when inflationoccurs. In that situation, seri-ous injury or death is possi-ble.

• Never allow front passengerto put their hands or feet onthe instrument panel or puttheir face close to the instru-ment panel. The airbag willimpact the front passengerwhen it inflates.

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(Continued)• Never allow children/old

and feeble persons/pregnantwomen to sit on the front pas-senger’s seat. Do not put childrestraint systems on the frontpassenger’s seat either. Theymay be seriously injured bythe airbag inflation whenairbag deploys.

• Do not put objects or stickerson the instrument panel. Donot apply any accessory onthe front windshield glass ordo not install aftermarket mir-rors or accessories on the fac-tory installed rearview mirror.These may interfere with thedeployment of airbag inflationor could hit your body at highspeed and cause severe bodi-ly injury and even death.

WARNING• The front seat passenger’s

airbag is much larger than thesteering wheel airbag andinflates with considerablymore force. It can seriouslyhurt or kill a passenger who isnot in the proper position andwearing the safety belt proper-ly. The front passengersshould always move their seatas far back as practical and sitback in their seat.

• It is essential that the frontpassengers always wear theirsafety belts, even when thevehicle is moving in a parkinglot or up a driveway intogarage.

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Side airbagSide airbags are stored in the leftside of the driver’s seat, right side ofthe front passenger’s seat.If airbag inflation conditions are met(side collision), they will inflate.

Curtain airbagCurtain airbags are located alongboth sides of the roof rails above thefront and rear doors.They are designed to help protectthe heads of the front seat occupantsand the rear outboard seat occu-pants in certain side impact colli-sions.

WARNING - Seat covers,damage and modifications

• Do not use any accessoryseat covers for a vehicleequipped with side airbags.Use of seat covers could inter-fere with side airbag deploy-ment.If seat is damaged, have thevehicle inspected by anauthorized Kia dealer. Informthem that your vehicle isequipped with side airbags.

• Do not make modifications oradditions to the seats sinceinjury may result in due to themalfunction of the airbag sys-tem.

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• If the curtain airbag deploys, itremains inflated for approximately3 seconds. The curtain airbagdeployment occurs only on theside of the vehicle affected by theimpact.

• The side airbags (side and curtainairbags) are not designed todeploy during collisions from thefront or rear of the vehicle or inmost rollover situations.

• The curtain airbags are designedto deploy only during certain side-impact collisions, depending on thecrash severity, angle, speed andimpact. The curtain airbags are notdesigned to deploy in all sideimpact situations.

WARNING• In order for side airbags (side

and curtain airbags) to pro-vide their best protection,occupants should sit in anupright position with the seatbelts properly fastened.

• Children must be seated in theproper child restraint system.Make sure to secure the childrestraint system in a lockedposition.

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(Continued)• Advise occupants not to lean

their heads or bodies ontodoors, and not to placeobjects between the doorsand them since this maydefeat operation of the sideairbags.

• Never try to open or repair anycomponents of the side cur-tain airbag system. Thisshould only be done by anauthorized Kia dealer.

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Why didn’t my airbag go off ina collision? (Inflation and non-inflation condi-tions of the airbag)There are many types of accidentsin which one or more of theairbags would not be expected toprovide additional protection.These include rear impacts, sec-ond or third collisions in multipleimpact accidents, as well as lowspeed impacts. Just because yourvehicle is damaged and even if itis totally unusable, don’t be sur-prised that the airbags did notinflate.

Airbag collision sensors➀ SRS control module➁ Front impact sensor

➂ Side impact sensor (if equipped)

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Airbag inflation conditionFront airbag Front airbags are designed to inflatewhen the impact is delivered to frontcollision sensors depending on theintensity, speed or angles of impactof the front collision - generally froman area a little to the left to a little tothe right of straight ahead.

WARNING - Protectingairbag module and sensors

• Do not hit or allow any heavyobjects to hit the locationswhere airbags or sensors areinstalled.This may cause damage andunexpected airbag deploy-ment, which could result inserious personal injury ordeath.

• If the installation location orangle of the sensors is alteredin any way, the airbags maymalfunction, causing severeinjury or death.Therefore, do not try to per-form maintenance on oraround the airbag sensors.Have the vehicle repaired byan authorized Kia dealer.

WARNING - Bodychanges

• Problems may arise if the sen-sor installation angles arechanged due to the deforma-tion of front bumper, body or Bpillar where side collision sen-sors are installed. In the eventof a collision, have the vehicleinspected by an authorizedKia dealer.

• Your vehicle has beendesigned to deploy theairbag(s) in certain collisions.Installing aftermarket bumperguards or replacing a bumperwith non-genuine parts mayadversely affect your vehicle’sairbag deployment perform-ance.

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Side airbagSide airbags (side and curtainairbags) are designed to inflatedepending on the strength, speedand angles of impact of a side impactcollision or rollover.

If the vehicle chassis is impacted bybumps or objects on unimprovedroads or sidewalks, airbags maydeploy. Drive carefully on unim-proved roads or on surfaces notdesigned for vehicle traffic to preventunintended airbag deployment.

Airbag non-inflation conditions• In certain low-speed collisions the

airbags may not deploy. Theairbags are designed not to deployin such cases because the risk ofinjuries which can be caused bythe airbags exceeds the benefitsthey provide in protecting occu-pants.

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• In this case, the front airbags donot provide protection, since theywould instantaneously inflate anddeflate while the occupants weremoving away from the frontairbags.

• Front airbags are also not general-ly designed to deploy in sideimpact collisions because occu-pants are moving sideways ad notforward into the front airbags.However, side or curtain airbagsare designed to inflate in sideimpacts depending on the intensi-ty, vehicle speed and angles ofimpact.

• In a slant or angled collision, theforce of impact may direct theoccupants in a direction betweenthe front and side airbags, andthus the sensors may not deployany airbags.

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• Just before impact, drivers oftenbrake heavily. Such heavy brakinglowers the front portion of the vehi-cle and the vehicle dive under avehicle with a higher ground clear-ance. Airbags may not inflate inthis "underride" situation becausedeceleration forces are so radicallyaltered by such "underride" colli-sions.

• Front airbags do not generallyinflate in rollover accidents.However, side airbags may inflateduring a rollover, depending on theprecise impacts which the side ofthe vehicle experienced during arollover.

• Airbags may not inflate if the vehi-cle collides with objects such asutility poles or trees, where thepoint of impact is concentrated toone area and not the main bodystructures, so that the full force ofthe impact is not transmitted to thesensors.

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How does the airbag systemoperate • Airbags only operate when the

ignition switch is turned to the ONor START positions.

• Airbags inflate instantly in theevent of serious frontal or side col-lision in order to help protect theoccupants from physical injury.The airbag Electronic Control Unit(ECU) is a small computer whichcalculates the immediate impactinformation and sends out adeployment signal based on theECU's calculation of the likelyseverity of the developing collision.

• There is no single vehicle speed atwhich the airbags will inflate.

• Airbag deployment depends on anumber of factors including vehiclespeed, angles of impact and thedensity and stiffness of the vehi-cles or objects which your vehiclehits in the collision. However, fac-tors are not limited to those men-tioned above.

• The front airbags will completelyinflate and deflate in an instant.It is impossible for you to see theairbags inflate during an accident.It is much more likely that you willsimply see the deflated airbagshanging out of their storage com-partments after the collision.

• In order to help provide protectionin a severe collision, the airbagsmust inflate rapidly. The speed ofairbag inflation has been deter-mined by the Canadian MotorVehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS)to reduce the likelihood of seriousor life-threatening injuries and isthus a mandatory part of the airbagdesign.However, airbag inflation can alsocause injuries which normally caninclude facial abrasions, bruisesand broken bones, and sometimesmore serious injuries because thatinflation speed also causes theairbags to expand with a great dealforce.

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Noise and smokeWhen the airbags inflate, they makea loud noise and they leave smokeand powder in the air inside of thevehicle. This is normal. After theairbag inflates, you may feel sub-stantial discomfort in breathing dueto the contact of your chest to boththe safety belt and the airbag, as wellas from breathing the smoke andpowder. We strongly urge you toopen your doors and/or windowsas soon as possible after impactin order to reduce discomfort andprevent prolonged exposure tothe smoke and powder.Though the smoke and powder arenon-toxic, they may cause irritation(eyes, nose and throat etc). Washand rinse with cold water immediate-ly and consult the doctor if the symp-tom persists.

WARNING - Seated posi-tioning

• Driver should sit as far backfrom the steering wheel airbagas possible to reduce the riskof injury or death in a collision(at least 250 mm (10 inches)away). The front passengershould always move their seatas far back as possible and sitback in their seat.

• Airbags inflate instantly in anevent of collision and passen-gers may be injured by theairbag expansion force if theyare too close to the dash-board.

• Airbag inflation may causeinjuries which normallyinclude facial or bodily abra-sions, injuries from brokeneyeglasses or burns from theairbag gases.

WARNING - Hot airbagparts

When the airbags deploy, theairbag related parts in steeringwheel and/or instrument paneland/or in both sides of the roofrails above the front and reardoors are very hot. To preventinjury, do not touch the airbagstorage area’s internal compo-nents immediately after anairbag has inflated.



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Installing a child restraint on afront passenger’s seat is for-bidden.Never place a rear-facing childrestraint in the front passenger’sseat. If the airbag deploys, it wouldimpact the rear-facing child restraint,causing serious or fatal injury.In addition, do not place front-facingchild restraint in the front passen-ger’s seat either. If the front passen-ger airbag inflates, it would causeserious or fatal injuries to the child.

Airbag warning lightThe purpose of the airbag warninglight in your instrument panel is toalert you of a potential problem withyour airbag - Supplemental RestraintSystem (SRS).

WARNING - Childrestraints

• Never put a child restraint inthe front passenger’s seat. Ifthe front passenger airbaginflates, it would cause seri-ous or fatal injuries.

• When children are seated inthe rear outboard seats, besure to secure the childrestraint system into a lockedin position.

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When the ignition switch is turnedON, the indicator light should illumi-nate for approximately 6 seconds,then go off.Have the system checked if:• The light does not turn on briefly

when you turn the ignition ON.• The light stays on after the engine

starts.• The light comes on while the vehi-

cle is in motion.

Airbag (SupplementalRestraint System) service Your Supplemental Restraint Systemis virtually maintenance-free. Thereare no parts which you can service.You must have the system servicedunder the following circumstances:• If an airbag ever inflates, the airbag

must be replaced. Do not try toremove or discard the airbag byyourself. This must be done by anauthorized Kia dealer.

• If the airbag warning indicator lightalerts you to a problem, have theairbag system checked as soon aspossible. Otherwise, your airbagsystem may be ineffective.

WARNING - No modifica-tions

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When repairing or scrapping thevehicle• Repairing the steering wheel,

instrument panel, center consoleor roofs, or installing a car audiosystem around the center consoleor painting the front metal sheetcould disable the airbag system.Have such repairs and mainte-nance performed by an authorizedKia dealer.

• Special care must be taken inscrapping or junking an airbag-equipped vehicle. Always refersuch activities to a qualified profes-sional.

WARNING - No mainte-nance or repair

• Do not work on the airbag sys-tem’s components or wiring.This could cause the airbagsto inflate inadvertently, possi-bly seriously injuring some-one. Working on the systemcould also disable the systemso that the airbags would notdeploy in a collision.

• Any work on the airbag sys-tem, such as removing,installing, or repairing thesteering wheel must be per-formed by a qualified Kia tech-nician. Improper handling ofthe airbag system includingthe steering wheel may resultin serious personal injury ordeath.


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Airbag warning labelAirbag warning labels which are now required by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) are attachedto alert driver and passengers of potential risk of airbag system.Note that these government warnings focus on the risk to children, Kia also wants you to be aware of the risks whichadults are exposed to. Those have been described in previous pages.

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Opening the hood:1. Pull the release lever on the lower

left side of the instrument panel tounlatch the hood. The hoodshould pop open slightly.

2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raisethe hood slightly, pull the second-ary latch (➀) inside of the hoodcenter and lift (➁) the hood.

3. Lift the hood and hold it open withthe support rod by inserting thefree end of the rod into the slot(➀).

HOOD

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Closing the hood1. Before closing the hood, check the

following:• All filler caps in engine compart-

ment must be correctly installed.• Gloves, rags or any other com-

bustible material must beremoved from the engine com-partment.

2. Secure the support rod in its clip.3. Lower the hood to about 30 cm

(12 inches) height and then let itdrop to properly lock in place.Make sure the hood is properlylocked before driving.

CAUTION - Hood• Before closing the hood, make

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1. Stop the engine.2. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the

release lever.

3. Pull the fuel filler lid out to open.4. To remove the cap, turn the fuel

tank cap counter-clockwise.5. Refuel as needed.6. To install the cap, turn it clockwise

until it “clicks”. This indicates thatthe cap is securely tightened.

7. Close the fuel filler lid and push itlightly and make sure that it issecurely closed.

FUEL FILLER LID

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WARNING - RefuelingIf pressurized fuel sprays out, itcan cover your clothes or skinand thus subject you to the riskof fire and burns. Alwaysremove the fuel cap carefullyand slowly. If the cap is ventingfuel or if you hear a hissingsound, wait until the conditionstops before completely remov-ing the cap.

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WARNING - Refuelingdangers

Automotive fuels are flammablematerials. When refueling,please note the following guide-lines carefully. Failure to followthese guidelines may result insevere personal injury, severeburns or death by fire or explo-sion.• Before refueling note the loca-

tion of the EmergencyGasoline Shut-Off, if available,at the gas station facility.

• Before touching the fuel noz-zle, you should eliminatepotentially dangerous staticelectricity discharge by touch-ing another metal part of thevehicle, a safe distance awayfrom the fuel filler neck, noz-zle, or other gas source.

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(Continued)• Do not get back into a vehicle

once you have begun refuel-ing since you can generatestatic electricity by touching,rubbing or sliding against anyitem or fabric (polyester, satin,nylon, etc.) capable of produc-ing static electricity. Staticelectricity discharge canignite fuel vapors resulting inrapid burning. If you must re-enter the vehicle, you shouldonce again eliminate poten-tially dangerous static elec-tricity discharge by touching ametal part of the vehicle, awayfrom the fuel filler neck, nozzleor other gasoline source.

• When using a portable fuelcontainer be sure to place thecontainer on the ground priorto refueling. Static electricitydischarge from the containercan ignite fuel vapors causinga fire. Once refueling hasbegun, contact with the vehi-cle should be maintained untilthe filling is complete.

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(Continued)Use only portable plastic fuelcontainers designed to carryand store gasoline.

• Do not use cellular phoneswhile refueling. Electric cur-rent and/or electronic interfer-ence from cellular phones canpotentially ignite fuel vaporscausing a fire.

• When refueling, always shutthe engine off. Sparks pro-duced by electrical compo-nents related to the enginecan ignite fuel vapors causinga fire. Once refueling is com-plete, check to make sure thefiller cap and filler door aresecurely closed, before start-ing the engine.

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✽✽ NOTICE• Make sure to refuel with unleaded

fuel only.• Check to make sure the fuel filler

cap is securely closed after refuel-ing. A loose fuel filler cap maycause the "Check Engine"(Malfunction Indicator) light inthe instrument panel to illuminateunnecessarily.

• If the fuel filler cap requiresreplacement, use only a genuineKia cap or the equivalent specifiedfor your vehicle. An incorrect fuelfiller cap can result in a seriousmalfunction of the fuel system oremission control system.

• Do not spill fuel on the exteriorsurfaces of the vehicle. Any type offuel spilled on painted surfacesmay damage the paint.

(Continued)• DO NOT use matches or a

lighter and DO NOT SMOKE orleave a lit cigarette in yourvehicle while at a gas stationespecially during refueling.Automotive fuel is highly flam-mable and can, when ignited,result in fire.

• If a fire breaks out during refu-eling, leave the vicinity of thevehicle, and immediately con-tact the manager of the gasstation and then contact thelocal fire department or 911.


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Outside rearview mirror Be sure to adjust mirror anglesbefore driving.Your vehicle is equipped with bothleft-hand and right-hand outsiderearview mirrors. The mirrors can beadjusted remotely with the controllevers or remote switch, dependingon the type of mirror control installed.The mirror heads can be folded backto prevent damage during an auto-matic car wash or when passing in anarrow street.

✽✽ NOTICEDo not scrape ice off the mirrorface; this may damage the surface ofthe glass. If ice should restrict move-ment of the mirror, do not force themirror for adjustment. To removeice, use a deicer spray, or a spongeor soft cloth with very warm water.

Manual remote control (if equipped)To adjust an outside mirror, move thecontrol lever located at the forwardinside area of the window frame.

MIRRORS

CAUTION - Rearview mir-rors

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Electric remote control (if equipped)The electric remote control mirrorswitch allows you to adjust the posi-tion of the left and right outsiderearview mirrors. To adjust the posi-tion of either mirror, move the lever(➀) to R or L to select the right sidemirror or the left side mirror, thenpress a corresponding point ( ) onthe mirror adjustment control to posi-tion the selected mirror up, down, leftor right.After adjustment, put the lever intoneutral position to prevent the inad-vertent adjustment.

✽✽ NOTICE• The mirrors stop moving when

they reach the maximum adjust-ing angles, but the motor contin-ues to operate while the switch isdepressed. Do not depress theswitch longer than necessary, themotor may be damaged.

• Do not attempt to adjust the out-side rearview mirror by hand.Doing so may damage the parts.

Folding the outside rearview mirrorTo fold outside rearview mirror, graspthe housing of mirror and then fold ittoward the rear of the vehicle.

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Outside rearview mirror heater (if equipped) The outside rearview mirror heater isactuated in connection with the rearwindow defroster. To heat the outsiderearview mirror glass, push the but-ton for the rear window defroster.The rearview mirror heater (and rearwindow defroster) will not operateunless the engine is running.The outside rearview mirror glass willbe heated for defrosting or defoggingand will give you improved rearvision in inclement weather condi-tions. Push the button again to turnthe heater off. The outside rearviewmirror heater automatically turns offafter 20 minutes.

Day/night rearview mirror Adjust the rearview mirror to centeron the view through the rear window.Make this adjustment before youstart driving.

Manual type Make this adjustment before youstart driving and while the day/nightlever is in the day position.Pull the day/night lever toward you toreduce glare from the headlights ofvehicles behind you during nightdriving.Remember that you lose somerearview clarity in the night position.

CAUTION - Rear visibilityDo not place objects in the rearseat or cargo area which wouldinterfere with your vision outthe rear window.

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Electric type (if equipped)The electric day/night rearview mir-ror automatically controls the glarefrom the headlights of the car behindyou in nighttime or low light drivingconditions. The sensor mounted inthe mirror senses the light levelaround the vehicle, and through achemical reaction, automaticallycontrols the headlight glare (10% to70 %) from vehicles behind you.When the engine is running, theglare is automatically controlled bythe sensor mounted in the rearviewmirror.Whenever the shift lever is shiftedinto reverse (R), the mirror will auto-matically go to the brightest setting inorder to improve the drivers viewbehind the vehicle.

✽✽ NOTICEWhen cleaning the mirror, use apaper towel or similar materialdampened with glass cleaner. Do notspray glass cleaner directly on themirror as that may cause the liquidcleaner to enter the mirror housing.

Type A (with compass)To operate the electric rearviewmirrorPress and hold the ON/OFF button(➀) for 3~6 seconds to turn the auto-matic- dimming function on. The mir-ror indicator light will illuminate.Press and hold the ON/OFF button(➀) for 3~6 seconds once again toturn the automatic- dimming functionoff. The mirror indicator light will turnoff.

Type B (with homelink wireless control system)To operate the electric rearviewmirrorPress the “I” button (➀) to turn theautomatic- dimming function on. Themirror indicator light will illuminate.Press the “O” button (➁) to turn theautomatic- dimming function off. Themirror indicator light will turn off.

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Room lightFront (map light)The lights are turned ON or OFF bypressing the corresponding switch.

Center (dome light)➀ DOOR :

The light turns on or off when adoor is opened or closed.The interior light goes out slowly ifthe door is closed.When a door is unlocked by thetransmitter, the interior light stayson for 30 seconds as long as thedoor is not opened.

➁ ON :The light turns on and stays oneven when the doors are allclosed.

Rear (dome light)➀ OFF :

The light stays off even when therear hatch or rear hatch windoware open.

➁ DR :The light turns on or off when therear hatch or rear hatch windoware opened or closed.

➂ ON :The light turns on and stays oneven when the rear hatch or rearhatch window are all closed.

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Door courtesy lamp (if equipped)The door courtesy lamp comes ONwhen the door is opened to assistentering or exiting the vehicle. It alsoserves as a warning to passing vehi-cles that the vehicle door is open.

Glove box lampThe glove box lamp comes ON whenthe glove box is opened.The parking lights or headlights mustbe ON for the glove box lamp to func-tion.

Cargo area lampThe cargo area lamp comes ONwhen the rear hatch or rear hatchwindow are opened.

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✽✽ NOTICE• To avoid possible theft, do not

leave valuables in the storage com-partment.

• Always keep the storage compart-ment covers closed while driving.Do not attempt to place so manyitems in the storage compartmentthat the storage compartmentcover can not close securely.

STORAGE COMPARTMENT

WARNING - Flammablematerials

Do not store cigarette lighters,propane cylinders, or otherflammable/explosive materialsin the vehicle. These items maycatch fire and/or explode if thevehicle is exposed to hot tem-peratures for extended periods.

These compartments can be used to store small items required by the driver or passengers.

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Center console storageThese compartments can be used tostore small items required by thedriver or front passenger.Type A (if equipped)To open either of the console storagecompartments, pull up on the lockingtab (➀) or (➁).

To use the center console as arm-rest, push the release button then itrises.To lower the center console, pushthe release button and press it down.

Type B (if equipped)To open the console storage com-partment, pull up on the locking tab.

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Glove boxThe glove box can be locked andunlocked with a master key.To open the glove box, make sure itis unlocked, then pull the handle (➀)and the glove box will automaticallyopen (➁). Close the glove box afteruse.

✽✽ NOTICEDo not apply excessive force whenusing the key in the glovebox lock.Doing so may damage the parts.

Sunglass holder A sunglass storage compartment isprovided on the overhead console.To open the sunglass holder, pressthe cover and the holder will slowlyopen. Place your sunglasses in thecompartment door with the lensesfacing out. Push to close.

✽✽ NOTICEMake sure the sunglass holder isclosed while driving.

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Cigarette lighterTo use the cigarette lighter, pull theassembly cover out.To operate the cigarette lighter, pressit in and release it. When it is heated,it automatically pops out ready foruse.If the engine is not running, the igni-tion switch must be in the ACC posi-tion for the lighter to operate.

✽✽ NOTICE• Do not hold the lighter in after it is

already heated because it willoverheat.

• Only a genuine Kia lighter shouldbe used in the cigarette lightersocket. The use of plug-in acces-sories (shavers, hand-held vacu-ums, and coffee pots, for example)may damage the socket or causeelectrical failure.

• If the lighter does not pop outwithin 30 seconds, remove it toprevent overheating.

Ashtrays Front To use the ashtray, pull the assemblycover out.To remove the ashtray to empty orclean it, lift it upward and pull it out.

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RearYou can open the rear ashtray bypulling it out by its top edge. Toremove the ashtray to empty or cleanit, push the tab (➀) inside and pull itall the way out.

Cup holderWARNING - Ashtray use

• Do not use the vehicle’s ash-trays as waste receptacles.

• Putting lit cigarettes or match-es in an ashtray with othercombustible materials maycause a fire.

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of hot liquid in the cup holderwhile the vehicle is in motion.If the hot liquid spills, youcould be burned. Such a burnto the driver could cause aloss of control of the vehicle.

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FrontCups or small beverage cans may beplaced in the cup holders.

RearTo use the cup holders in rear seat,pull the rear cup holder cover (➀)out. Push the cover to close afteruse.

✽✽ NOTICE• Do not place heavy cups or cans in

cup holders. Cup holders could bedamaged.

• Be careful not to step on the rearcup holder.

SunvisorUse the sunvisor to shield direct lightthrough the front or side windows.To use a sunvisor, pull it downward.To use a sunvisor for a side window,pull it downward, unsnap it from thebracket (➀) and swing it to the side.Adjust the sunvisor forward or back-ward.To use the vanity mirror, pull downthe visor and pull up the mirror cover(➁).

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✽✽ NOTICEClose the vanity mirror coversecurely and return the sunvisor toits original position after use.

Power socketThe power outlets are designed toprovide power for mobile telephonesor other devices designed to operatewith vehicle electrical systems. Thedevices should draw less than 10amps with the engine running.

✽✽ NOTICE• Use when the engine is running,

and remove a plug from the poweroutlet after using the electricappliance. Using when the enginestops or remaining the electricappliance with plugged in formany hours may cause the batteryto be discharged.

• Only use 12V electric applianceswhich are less than 10A in electriccapacity.

• Adjust the air-conditioner orheater to the lowest operatinglevel when you have to use thepower socket.

• Close the cover when not in use.• Some electronic devices can cause

electronic interference whenplugged into a vehicle’s power out-let. These devices may cause exces-sive audio static and malfunctionsin other electronic systems ordevices used in your vehicle.

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Digital clockWhenever the battery terminals,ROOM LP fuse, or Power Connectare disconnected, you must reset thetime.When the ignition switch is in theACC or ON position, the clock but-tons operates as follows:

• HOUR:Pressing the “H” button with yourfinger, a pencil or similar object willadvance the time displayed by onehour.

• MINUTE:Pressing the “M” button with yourfinger, a pencil or similar object willadvance the time displayed by oneminute.

• RESET:To clear away minutes, press the“R” button with your finger, a pencilor similar object.Then the clock willbe set precisely on the hour.For example, if the “R” button ispressed while the time is between9:01 and 9:29, the display will bereset to 9:00.9:01 ~ 9:29 ➾ 9:009:30 ~ 9:59 ➾ 10:00

To change the 12 hour format to the24 hour format, press the “R” buttonfor more than 4 seconds.For example, if the “R” button ispressed for more than 4 secondswhile the time is 10:15 p.m., the dis-play will be changed to 22:15.

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Shopping bag holderFrontTo use the holder, push the lowerportion.

RearTo use the holder, pull out the topedge.

✽✽ NOTICE• Do not hang a bag beyond 3 kg (7

lbs.). It may cause damage to theshopping bag holder.

• Return it to the original positionafter using the shopping bag hold-er.

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If your vehicle is equipped with thisfeature, you can slide or tilt your sun-roof with the sunroof control buttonslocated on the overhead console.The sunroof can only be opened,closed, or tilted when the ignitionswitch is in the ON position.➀ SLIDE OPEN (slide) button➁ TILT UP (tilt) button➂ CLOSE (close) button

✽✽ NOTICEDo not continue to press the sunroofcontrol button(s) after the sunroof isin the fully open, closed, or tilt posi-tion(s). Damage to the motor or sys-tem components could occur.

Sliding the sunroof

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OpenAutoslideTo use the autoslide feature,momentarily (less than 0.5 second)press the SLIDE OPEN button on theoverhead console.The sunroof will slide all the wayopen. To stop the sunroof sliding atany point, press any sunroof controlbutton.

Manual slidePress the SLIDE OPEN button onthe overhead console and hold ituntil the sunroof is opened to thedesired position.

CloseTo close the sunroof, press theCLOSE button on the overhead con-sole and hold it until the sunroof isclosed.

Tilting the sunroof

OpenAutotiltTo use the autotilt feature, momen-tarily (less than 0.5 second) pressthe TILT UP button on the overheadconsole. The sunroof will tilt all theway open. To stop the sunroof tiltingat any point, press any sunroof con-trol button.

Manual tilt Press the TILT UP button on theoverhead console and hold it untilthe sunroof is opened to the desiredposition.

CloseTo close the sunroof, press theCLOSE button on the overhead con-sole and hold it until the sunroof isclosed.

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Sunshade The sunshade will be opened withthe glass panel automatically whenthe glass panel is slid. You will haveto close it manually if you want itclosed.

✽✽ NOTICE• Do not press any sunroof control

button longer than necessary.Damage to the motor or systemcomponents could occur.

• Periodically remove any dirt thatmay accumulate on the guide rail.

• If you try to open the sunroofwhen the temperature is belowfreezing or when the sunroof iscovered with snow or ice, the glassor the motor could be damaged.

• The sunroof is made to slidetogether with sunshade. Do notleave the sunshade closed whilethe sunroof is open.

In case of an emergency If the sunroof does not open electri-cally:1. Remove the interior light lens by

using a flat blade screwdriver.

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outside through the sunroofopening while driving.

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2. Remove the two (2) screws, andthen remove the overhead con-sole.

3. Insert the emergency handle (pro-vided with the vehicle) and turnthe handle clockwise to open orcounterclockwise to close.

Resetting the sunroofWhenever the vehicle battery is dis-connected or discharged, or you usethe emergency handle to operate thesunroof, you have to reset your sun-roof system as follows:

1. Turn the ignition key to the ONposition.

2. According to the position of thesunroof, do as follows.1) in case that the sunroof has

closed completely or been tilt-ed :Press the TILT UP button untilthe sunroof has tilted upwardcompletely.

2) in case that the sunroof hasslide-opened:Press and hold the CLOSE button for more than 5 secondsuntil the sunroof has closedcompletely. Press the TILT UPbutton until the sunroof has tilt-ed upward completely.

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4. Press and hold the TILT UP buttononce again until the sunroof hasreturned to the original position ofTILT UP after it is raised a littlehigher than the maximum TILT UPposition.

When this is complete, the sunroofsystem is reset.

To keep items from shifting in thecargo area, you can use the fourrings located in the cargo area toattach the luggage net.

✽✽ NOTICEDo not put fragile, bulky or anexcessive quantity of items into lug-gage net. They could be damaged.

3. Release the TILT UP button.

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CAUTIONTo avoid eye injury, DO NOToverstretch the netting, allowingit to possibly snap back intoyour face.DO NOT use the luggage netwhen the strap has visible signsof wear or damage.


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Use the tonneau cover to hide itemsstored in the cargo area.

• To use the front shade of the ton-neau cover, pull the hook forwardand hang the hook on the headrestpole.

✽✽ NOTICEWhen folding the rear seatback for-ward, remove the hook from theheadrest pole. Otherwise, the frontshade of the tonneau cover may bedamaged or malformed.

• To use the rear shade of the ton-neau cover, pull the handle back-ward and insert the edges into theslots.

When not in use, place the tonneaucover on the lower portion of cargoarea.

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✽✽ NOTICESince the tonneau cover may bedamaged or malformed, do not putthe luggage on it when it is used.

CAUTION• Do not place objects on the

tonneau cover. Such objectsmay be thrown about insidethe vehicle and possibly injurevehicle occupants during anaccident or when braking.

• Never allow anyone to ride inthe luggage compartment. It isdesigned for luggage only.

• Maintain the balance of thevehicle and locate the weightas far forward as possible.


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The luggage center box is locatedunder the floor in cargo area.You canplace a first aid kit, a reflector trian-gle, tools, etc. in the box for easyaccess.

1. Grasp the handle on the edge ofthe cover and lift it.

2. Detach the hook from the coverand hang the hook on the weatherstrip.

When not in use, hang the hook onthe bottom of the cover.

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If the vehicle has a roof rack, you canload things on top of your vehicle.Crossrails and fixing components toadapt the roof rack on your vehiclemay be obtained from an authorizedKia dealer.

✽✽ NOTICE• If the vehicle has a sunroof, do not

position the roof rack loads so thatthey could interfere with the sun-roof.

• Loading cargo or luggage abovespecification on the roof rack maydamage your vehicle.

ROOF RACK (IF EQUIPPED)

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CAUTION• The following specification is

maximum weight when load-ing cargo or luggage.

When you carry large objects,never let them hang over therear or the sides of your vehi-cle.

• To prevent damage or loss ofcargo as you are driving,check frequently to make surethe luggage carrier and cargoare still securely fastened.

• Always drive your vehicle at amoderate speed.

• Loading cargo or luggageover specification on the roofrack may damage the stabilityof your vehicle.

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Roof type antennaIf your vehicle has an audio system,an amplifying antenna is installed inyour vehicle.This antenna can be adjusted up anddown or removed from the vehiclewhen you wash your vehicle.

✽✽ NOTICE• Be sure to remove the antenna

before washing the car in an auto-matic car wash or it may be dam-aged.

• When reinstalling your antenna,it is important that it is fully tight-ened and adjusted to the uprightposition to ensure proper recep-tion.

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Keys / 3-2Remote keyless entry / 3-3Theft-alarm system / 3-5Immobilizer system / 3-7Door locks / 3-9

Window / 3-16Seat / 3-19Safety belts / 3-30Airbags-supplemental restraint system / 3-54Hood / 3-80Fuel filler lid / 3-82Mirrors / 3-85Interior lights / 3-89Storage compartment / 3-91Interior features / 3-94Sunroof / 3-100Luggage net / 3-104Tonneau cover / 3-105Luggage center box / 3-107Roof rack / 3-108Antenna / 3-109


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The key code number is stamped onthe plate attached to the key set.Should you lose your keys, this num-ber will enable an authorized KiaDealer to duplicate the keys easily.Remove the plate and store it in asafe place. Also, record the codenumber and keep it in a safe andhandy place, but not in the vehicle.

Key operations➀ Master key

Used to start the engine, lock andunlock the doors, lock and unlockthe glove box.

➁ Transmitter (if equipped)Used to lock and unlock thedoors.

✽✽ NOTICEUse only Kia original parts for theignition key in your vehicle. If anaftermarket key is used, the ignitionswitch may not return to ON afterSTART. If this happens, the starterwill continue to operate causingdamage to the starter motor andpossible fire due to excessive currentin the wiring.

KEYS

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WARNING - Ignition keyLeaving children unattended ina vehicle with the ignition key isdangerous even if the key is notin the ignition. Children copyadults and they could place thekey in the ignition. The ignitionkey would enable children tooperate power windows or othercontrols, or even make the vehi-cle move, which could result inserious bodily injury or evendeath. Never leave the keys inyour vehicle with unsupervisedchildren.

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➀ Lock button➁ Unlock button➂ Panic button

➀ Lock ( )All doors are locked if the lock but-ton is pressed.

➁ Unlock ( ) Driver’s door is unlocked if theunlock button is pressed once. Alldoors are unlocked if the unlockbutton is pressed twice within 4seconds.After pressing this button, thedoors will be locked automati-cally unless you open themwithin 30 seconds.

➂ Panic ( ) The horn sounds and hazardwarning lights will flash for about30 seconds if this button ispressed. To stop the horn andlights, press any button on thetransmitter.

✽✽ NOTICEThe transmitter will not work if anyof following occur:• The ignition key is in ignition

switch.• You exceed the operating distance

limit (about 10 m [30 feet]).• The battery in the transmitter is

weak.• Other vehicles or objects may be

blocking the signal.• The weather is extremely cold.• The transmitter is close to a radio

transmitter such as a radio stationor an airport which can interferewith normal operation of thetransmitter.

When the transmitter does not workcorrectly, open and close the doorwith the ignition key. If you have aproblem with the transmitter, con-tact an authorized Kia Dealer.

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✽✽ NOTICEKeep the transmitter away fromwater or any liquid. If the keylessentry system is inoperative due toexposure to water or liquids, it willnot be covered by your manufactur-er vehicle warranty.

Operational distance may varydepending upon the area the trans-mitter is used in. For example, if thevehicle is parked near police sta-tions, government and public offices,broadcasting stations, military instal-lations, airports, or transmitting tow-ers, etc.

This device complies withIndustry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two conditions:1. This device may not cause inter-

ference, and 2. This device must accept any inter-

ference, including interference thatmay cause undesired operation ofthe device.

Battery replacementTransmitter uses a 3 volt lithium bat-tery which will normally last for sev-eral years. When replacement isnecessary, use the following proce-dure.1. Insert a slim tool into the slot and

gently pry open the transmittercenter cover (➀).

2. Replace the battery with new one.When replacing the battery, makesure the battery positive “+” sym-bol faces up as indicated in theillustration.

3. Install the battery in the reverseorder of removal.

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✽✽ NOTICEThe keyless entry system transmit-ter is designed to give you years oftroublefree use, however it can mal-function if exposed to moisture orstatic electricity. If you are unsurehow to use your transmitter orreplace the battery, contact anauthorized Kia dealer.

For replacement transmitters, see anAuthorized Kia Dealer for reprogram-ming.

✽✽ NOTICE• Using the wrong battery can cause

the transmitter to malfunction. Besure to use the correct battery.

• To avoid damaging the transmit-ter, don't drop it, get it wet, orexpose it to heat or sunlight.

This system is designed to provideprotection from unauthorized entryinto the car. This system is operatedin three stages: the first is the"Armed" stage, the second is the"Alarm" stage, and the third is the"Disarmed" stage. If triggered, thesystem provides an audible alarmwith blinking of the hazard warninglights.

Armed stagePark the car and stop the engine.Arm the system as described below.1. Remove the ignition key from the

ignition switch.2. Make sure that the engine hood

and rear hatch/window are closedand latched.

3. Lock the doors using the transmit-ter of the keyless entry system.

After completion of the steps above,the hazard warning lights will blinkonce to indicate that the system isarmed.

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• If any door, rear hatch/window orengine hood remains open, thesystem will not be armed. If thishappens, rearm the system asdescribed previous.

• Do not arm the system until allpassengers have left the vehi-cle. If the system is armed whilea passenger(s) remains in thevehicle, the alarm may be acti-vated when the remaining pas-senger(s) leaves the vehicle.

Alarm stageThe alarm will be activated if any ofthe following occurs while the systemis armed.• A front or rear door is opened with-

out using the ignition key or trans-mitter.

• The rear hatch/window is openedwithout using the ignition key ortransmitter.

• The engine hood is opened.The siren will sound and the hazardwarning lights will blink continuouslyfor 27 seconds, and repeat the alarm3 times unless the system is dis-armed. To turn off the system, unlockthe doors with the ignition key ortransmitter.

✽✽ NOTICEAvoid trying to start the enginewhile the alarm is activated. Thevehicle starting motor is disabledduring the alarm stage.

Disarmed stageThe system will be disarmed whenthe doors are unlocked by depress-ing the unlock button on the transmit-ter or unlocked with the ignition key.After depressing unlock button, thehazard warning lights will blink twiceto indicate that the system is dis-armed.After depressing unlock button, if anydoor is not opened within 30 sec-onds, the system will be rearmed.If the system is not disarmed with theignition key or transmitter, insert thekey in the ignition switch, turn the keyto the ON position and wait for 30seconds.Then the system will be dis-armed.


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Your vehicle is equipped with anelectronic engine immobilizer systemto reduce the risk of unauthorizedvehicle use.Your immobilizer system is com-prised of a small transponder in theignition key, and antenna coil in thekey cylinder and Immobilizer ControlUnit (or Smartra Unit).With this system, whenever youinsert your ignition key into the igni-tion switch and turn it to ON, theantenna coil in the ignition switchreceives a signal from the transpon-der in the ignition key and then sendsthe signal to the ECU (EngineControl Unit).The ECU checks the signal whetherthe ignition key is valid.If the key is determined to be valid,the engine will start.If the key is determined to be invalid,the engine will not start.

To deactivate the immobilizer sys-tem:Insert the ignition key into the keycylinder and turn it to the ON posi-tion.

To activate the immobilizer sys-tem:Turn the ignition key to the OFF posi-tion. The immobilizer system acti-vates automatically. Without a validignition key for your vehicle, theengine will not start.

✽✽ NOTICEWhen starting the engine, do not usethe key with other immobilizer keysaround. Otherwise the engine maynot start or may stop soon after itstarts. Keep each key separately notto have any malfunction after youreceive your new vehicle.

Limp home (override) proce-dureWhen you turn the ignition key to theON position, if the IMMO indicatorgoes off after blinking 5 times, yourtransponder equipped in the ignitionkey is out of order. You cannot startthe engine without the lime home pro-cedure. To start the engine, you haveto input your password by using theignition switch.The following procedure is how toinput your password of “2345” as anexample.1. Turn the ignition key to the ON posi-

tion. The IMMO indicator ( ) willblink 5 times and go off indicatingthe beginning of the limp home pro-cedure.

2. Turn the ignition key to the ACCposition.

3. To enter the first digit (in thisexample “2”), turn the ignition keyto the ON and ACC position twice.Perform the same procedure forthe next digits between 3 secondsand 10 seconds (for example, for“3”, turn the ignition ON and ACC3 times).

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4. If all of the digits have been inputsuccessfully, you have to start theengine within 30 seconds. If youattempt to start the engine after 30seconds, the engine will not startand you will have to input yourpassword again.

After performing the limp home pro-cedure, you have to see an author-ized Kia dealer immediately toinspect and repair your ignition keyor immobilizer system.

✽✽ NOTICEIf you cannot start your engine inspite of limp home procedure, haveyour vehicle towed by an authorizedKia dealer for inspection and neces-sary repairs.

✽✽ NOTICEThe transponder in your ignitionkey is an important part of theimmobilizer system. It is designed togive years of troublefree service,however you should avoid exposureto moisture, static electricity andrough handling. Immobilizer sys-tem malfunction could occur.

✽✽ NOTICEDo not change, alter or adjust theimmobilizer system because it couldcause the immobilizer system tomalfunction and should only beserviced by an authorized Kia deal-er. Malfunctions caused by improperalterations, adjustments or modifi-cations to the immobilizer systemare not covered by your vehiclemanufacturer warranty.




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Operating door locks fromoutside the vehicle • Turn the key toward rear of vehicle

to unlock and toward front of vehi-cle to lock.

• Turn the key toward front of vehicleto lock all doors.

• Turn the key to the right once tounlock the driver’s door and to theright twice within 4 seconds tounlock all doors. (if equipped)

• Turn the key to the left once tounlock the passenger’s door and tothe left twice within 4 seconds tounlock all doors. (if equipped)

• Doors can also be locked andunlocked with the transmitter key (ifequipped).

• Once the doors are unlocked, itmay be opened by pulling the doorhandle.

• When closing the door, push thedoor by hand. Make sure thatdoors are closed securely.

To lock a door without the key, pushthe inside door lock button (➀) ordoor lock switch (➁, if equipped) tothe “Lock” position and close thedoor (➂).

✽✽ NOTICEAlways remove the ignition key,engage the parking brake, close allwindows and lock all doors whenleaving your vehicle unattended.

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✽✽ NOTICEIf the door is locked/unlocked multi-ple times in rapid succession witheither the vehicle key or door lockswitch, the system may stop operat-ing temporarily in order to protectthe circuit and prevent damage tosystem components.

Operating door locks frominside the vehicleWith the door lock button• To unlock a door, pull the door lock

button to the “Unlock” position (thered part (➁) of the button becomesvisible).

• To lock a door, push the door lockbutton (➀) to the “Lock” position. Ifthe door is locked, red part (➁) ofthe knob becomes invisible.

• To open a door, pull the door han-dle (➂).

• If the inner door handle of driver’sside door is pulled when the doorlock button is in lock position, thebutton is unlocked and door opens.

• Front doors cannot be locked if theignition key is in the ignition switchand door is open.

• If you lock the front door with doorlock button, all vehicle doors willlock automatically.

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WARNING - Door lockmalfunction

If a power door lock ever fails tofunction while you are in thevehicle, try one or more of thefollowing techniques to exit:• Operate the door unlock fea-

ture repeatedly (both electron-ic and manual) while simulta-neously pulling on the doorhandle.

• Operate the other door locksand handles, front and rear.

• Lower a front window and usethe key to unlock the doorfrom outside.

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With central door lock switchThe central door locking switch islocated on the front door arm rest. Itis operated by depressing the doorlock switch. If any door is open whenthe switch is depressed, the door willremain locked when closed.

• When pushing down on the frontportion (➀) of the switch, all vehi-cle doors will lock.

• When pushing down on the rearportion (➁) of the switch, all vehicledoors will unlock.

• However, if the key is in the ignitionswitch and any front door is open,the doors will not lock when thefront portion of central door lockswitch is pressed.

CAUTION - Doors• The doors should always be

fully closed and locked whilethe vehicle is in motion to pre-vent accidental opening of thedoor. Locked doors will alsodiscourage potential intruderswhen the vehicle stops orslows.

• Be careful when openingdoors and watch for vehicles,motorcycles, bicycles orpedestrians approaching thevehicle in the path of the door.Opening a door when some-thing is approaching cancause damage or injury.

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Impact sensing door unlocksystem (if equipped)All doors will be automaticallyunlocked when the SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) detects acollision while the ignition switch isON.However, the doors may not beunlocked, if electrical power in thevehicle should fail.

WARNING - Unlockedvehicles

Leaving your vehicle unlockedcan invite theft or possible harmto you or others from someonehiding in your vehicle while youare gone. Always remove theignition key, engage the parkingbrake, close all windows andlock all doors when leaving yourvehicle unattended.

WARNING - Unattendedchildren

An enclosed vehicle canbecome extremely hot, causingdeath or severe injury to unat-tended children or animals whocannot escape the vehicle.Furthermore, children mightoperate features of the vehiclethat could injure them, or theycould encounter other harm,possibly from someone gainingentry to the vehicle. Never leavechildren or animals unattendedin your vehicle.


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Rear door child safety lockThe child safety lock is provided tohelp prevent children from acciden-tally opening the rear doors frominside the vehicle. The rear doorsafety locks should be used whenev-er children are in the vehicle.

1. Open the rear door.2. Push the child safety lock located

on the rear edge of the door to the“lock” position. When the childsafety lock is in the “lock ( )”position, rear door will not openwhen the inner door handle ispulled inside the vehicle.

3. Close the rear door.To open the rear door, pull the out-side door handle.Even though the doors may beunlocked, the rear door will not openby pulling the inner door handle untilrear door child safety lock isunlocked ( ).

WARNING - Rear doorlocks

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Rear hatchOpening the rear hatch• Rear hatch is locked or unlocked

with a key.• To open the rear hatch, insert the

key into the lock, turn it to theunlock position and pull up the rearhatch by pressing the handle(DOOR).You can also lock/unlock the latch(but not release it) with the centraldoor lock system.

• If unlocked, the rear hatch can beopened by pressing the handle(DOOR) and pulling the hatch up.

• To close the rear hatch, lower andpush down the rear hatch firmly.Make sure that the rear hatch issecurely latched.

✽✽ NOTICEMake certain that you close the rearhatch/window before driving yourvehicle. Possible damage may occurto the rear hatch/window lift cylin-ders and attaching hardware if therear hatch/window is not closedprior to driving.

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CAUTION - Rear hatchThe rear hatch/window swingsupward. Make sure no objectsor people are near the rear ofthe vehicle when opening thehatch/window.

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Opening the rear hatch windowThe rear hatch window lock is oper-ated in connection with the rearhatch lock.To open the rear hatch window;1. Unlock the rear hatch.2. Pull the release lever (GLASS) to

open the rear hatch window.

3. Raise the window by pulling up thehandle.

To close the rear hatch window,lower the rear hatch window and itwill close by itself.To be sure the rear hatch window issecurely latched, always try to pull itup again.

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WARNING - Exhaustfumes

If you drive with the rear hatch/window open, you will drawdangerous exhaust fumes intoyour vehicle which can causeserious injury or death to vehi-cle occupants.If you must drive with the rearhatch/window open, keep the airvents and all windows open sothat additional outside aircomes into the vehicle.

WARNING - Rear cargoarea

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Power windows ➀ Driver’s door power window switch➁ Front passenger’s door power win-

dow switch➂ Rear door (left) power window

switch➃ Rear door (right) power window

switch➄ Window opening and closing

(see page 3-18)➅ Automatic power window down

(Driver’s window, see page 3-18)➆ Power window lock switch

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The ignition switch must be in the ONposition for power windows to oper-ate. Each door has a power windowswitch that controls that door’s win-dow. However, the driver has a powerwindow lock switch which can blockthe operation of passenger windows.The power windows can be operatedfor approximately 30 seconds afterthe ignition key is removed or turnedto the ACC or LOCK position.However, if the front doors areopened, the power windows cannotbe operated even within the 30 sec-onds after the ignition key removal.While driving, if you notice buffetingand pulsation (wind shock) witheither side window open, you shouldopen the opposite window slightly toreduce the condition.

✽✽ NOTICE• To prevent the power window sys-

tem from the possibility of dam-age, do not open or close two win-dows at the same time. This willalso ensure the longevity of thefuse.

• Never try to operate the mainswitch on the driver's door and theindividual door window switch inopposing directions at the sametime. If this is done, the windowwill stop and cannot be opened orclosed.

CAUTION - Windows• Always double check to make

sure all arms, hands, head andother obstructions are safelyout of the way before closing awindow.

• Do not allow children to playwith the power windows. Keepthe driver’s door power win-dow lock switch in the LOCKposition (depressed). Seriousinjury can result from uninten-tional window operation bythe child.

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Window opening and closingThe driver’s door has a master powerwindow switch that controls all thewindows in the vehicle. To open orclose a window, press down (➄) orpull up (➄) the front portion of thecorresponding switch.

Automatic power window down (driver’s window)Depressing the power window switchmomentarily to the second detentposition (➅) completely lowers thedriver’s window even when theswitch is released. To stop the win-dow at the desired position while thewindow is in operation, pull up theswitch momentarily to the oppositedirection of the window movement.If the battery has been discharged ordisconnected, the automatic powerwindow system must be reset as fol-lows:1. Turn the ignition key to ON posi-

tion.2. Close driver’s window and contin-

ue pulling up on driver’s power win-dow switch for at least 2~3 sec-onds after the window is complete-ly closed.

Power window lock switch • The driver can disable the power

window switches on a passengerdoor by depressing the power win-dow lock switch located on the dri-ver’s door to LOCK (pressed).

• When the power window lockswitch is ON, the driver’s mastercontrol cannot operate the pas-senger door power windowseither.

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Driver’s seat➀ Seat adjustment, forward /

backward (see page 3- 21)➁ Seatback recliner(see page 3- 21)➂ Seat adjustment, height

(see page 3- 22)➃ Seat heater switch*(see page 3- 22)➄ Headrest adjustment

(see page 3- 23)Front passenger seat➅ Seat adjustment, forward /

backward (see page 3- 21)➆ Seatback recliner(see page 3- 21)➇ Seat heater switch*

(see page 3- 22)➈ Headrest adjustment

(see page 3- 23)Rear seat➉ Armrest (see page 3- 29)

Headrest adjustment(see page 3- 30)

Split folding rear seat(see page 3- 27)

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(Continued)• Always drive and ride with

your seatback upright and thelap portion of the safety beltsnug and low across the hips.This is the best position toprotect you in case of an acci-dent.

• In order to avoid unnecessaryand perhaps severe airbaginjuries, always sit as far backas possible from the steeringwheel so that your chest is atleast 250 mm (10 inches) awayfrom the steering wheel.

WARNING - Looseobjects

Loose objects in the driver’sfoot area could interfere withthe operation of the foot pedals,possibly causing an accident.Do not place anything under thefront seats.

WARNING - Driver’s seat• Never attempt to adjust seat

while the vehicle is moving.This could result in loss ofcontrol, and an accident caus-ing death, serious injury, orproperty damage.

• Do not allow anything to inter-fere with the normal positionof the seatback. Storing itemsagainst a seatback or in anyother way interfering withproper locking of a seatbackcould result in serious or fatalinjury in a sudden stop or col-lision.

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Front seat adjustmentAdjusting the seat forward andbackwardTo move the seat forward or back-ward:1. Pull the seat slide adjustment

lever under the front edge of theseat cushion up and hold it.

2. Slide the seat to the position youdesire.

3. Release the lever and make surethe seat is locked in place.

Adjust the seat before driving, andmake sure the seat is locked secure-ly by trying to move forward andbackward without using the controlknob. If the seat moves, it is notlocked properly.

Adjusting the seatback reclinerTo recline the seatback:1. Lean forward slightly and lift up on

the seatback recline lever locatedon the outside of the seat, at therear.

2. Carefully lean back on the seatand adjust the seatback of theseat to the position you desire.

3. Release the lever and make surethe seatback is locked in place.(The lever MUST return to its orig-inal position for the seatback tolock.)

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Adjusting the height of seat cush-ion (for driver’s seat)To change the height of the seatcushion, rotate the knob located onthe outside of the seat cushion.• To adjust the front height of the

seat cushion, rotate the knob (➀).• To adjust the rear height of the seat

cushion, rotate the knob (➁).

Warming the front seats(if equipped)The front seats can be electricallyheated individually when the ignitionswitch is ON. When you depress theseat warmer switch, a thermostatregulates seat temperature. To deac-tivate the heating system, depressthe switch once again.

WARNING - Driverresponsibility for front seatpassenger

Riding in a vehicle with a frontseatback reclined could lead toserious or fatal injury in an acci-dent. If a front seat is reclinedduring an accident, the occu-pant’s hips may slide under thelap portion of the safety beltapplying great force to theunprotected abdomen. Seriousor fatal internal injuries couldresult. The driver must advisethe front passengers to keep theseatback in a comfortablyupright position whenever thevehicle is in motion.

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✽✽ NOTICE• The seat warmer will not operate

if ambient temperature is above37±3°C (98.5±5.5°F).

• If the seat warmer doesn't workwhen the ambient temperature isbelow 28±3.5°C (82.5±5.5°F), havethe system checked by an author-ized dealer.

✽✽ NOTICE• When cleaning the seats, do not

use an organic solvent such asthinner, benzene, alcohol andgasoline. Doing so may damagethe surface of the heater or seats.

• To prevent overheating the seatwarmer, do not place blankets,cushions or seat covers on theseats while the seat warmer is inoperation.

• Do not place heavy or sharpobjects on seats equipped withseat warmers. Damage to the seatwarming components could occur.

Front headrest adjustmentAdjusting the height up and downThe headrest not only provides com-fort for the driver and passengers,but also helps to protect the headand neck in the event of a collision.To raise the headrest, pull it up to thedesired position (➀). To lower theheadrest, push and hold the releasebutton (➁) on the headrest supportand lower the headrest to the desiredposition (➂). For best protection,adjust the headrest so its center is ashigh as your ears. Also adjust theheadrest so its distance from thehead is as wide as your fist.

WARNING - Seat heaterburns

Passengers should use extremecaution when using seat warm-ers due to the possibility ofexcess heating or burns. In par-ticular, the driver must exerciseextreme care for the followingtypes of passengers:1. Infants, children, elderly or

handicapped persons, or hos-pital outpatients

2. Persons with sensitive skin orthose that burn easily

3. Fatigued individuals4. Intoxicated individuals5. Individuals taking medication

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RemovalTo remove the headrest, raise it as faras it can go then press the releaselever (➀) while pulling upward (➁).

Full flat seatWhen the vehicle is parked, you canplace the front seat in a reclinedposition, nearly flat.1. Remove the headrest.2. Move the front seat to the farthest

forward position.3. Recline the seatback as far as it

can go to allow the rear seat pas-senger to support their legs in thereclined position.

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WARNING - Headrestpositioning

To reduce the risk of head andneck injuries, each occupantheadrest must be properlyadjusted. Do not drive the vehi-cle with the headrest removedor improperly positioned.Do not adjust the driver's head-rest while driving, or else loss ofcontrol and an accident is pos-sible.

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WARNING - Full flat seatDo not allow a passenger to usethe full flat seat feature while thevehicle is in motion. Severeinjury or death could occur inan accident.

CAUTION - Uprightingseat

When you return the seatbackto its upright position, hold theseatback and return it slowly. Ifthe seatback is returned withoutholding it, the back of the seatcould spring forward resultingin accidental injury from beingstruck by the seatback.


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Seatback tableWhile parked, you can use the frontpassenger seatback as a table byfolding the passenger seatback allthe way forward.

To operate seatback table1. Lower the headrest.2. With the recliner control lever

pulled up, fold the seatback for-ward to the flat position.

3. When returning the seatback tothe upright position, ensure theseatback is completely locked intoplace.

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WARNING - Seatbacktable

• Do not sit on the seatbacktable.

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Seatback pocketA seatback pocket is provided on theback of the front passenger and driv-ers seatbacks.

Rear seat adjustmentAdjusting the seatback reclinerTo recline the seatback:1. Pull the lock release lever located

on the top of the seatback.2. Recline the seatback to the

desired position.3. Release the lever and make sure

the seatback is locked in place.

Split folding rear seat The rear seatbacks fold forward toprovide additional cargo space andto provide access to the cargo area.• To fold the rear seatback(s) down,

pull the lock release lever, then foldthe seatback forward and down.

• To raise the seatback, lift and pushit firmly until it clicks into place.

• When you return the seatback toits upright position, reposition therear safety belts so that they canbe used by rear seat passengers.

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WARNING - Seatbackpockets

Do not put heavy or sharpobjects in the seatback pockets.In an accident they could comeloose from the pocket and injurevehicle occupants.

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CAUTION - Rear seatbacklocks

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To fold the rear seat;1. Lower the headrest to the lowest

position.2. Pull the lock release lever located

on the top of the seatback.3. Fold the seatback forward and

down firmly until it clicks intoplace.

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WARNING - Damagingrear safety buckles

When you fold the rear seatbackor put luggage on the rear seatcushion, insert the buckle in thepocket between the rear seat-back and cushion. Doing so canprevent the buckle from beingdamaged by the rear seatbackor luggage.

WARNING - Rear safetybelts

When returning the rear seat-backs to the upright position,remember to return the rearshoulder belts to their properposition. Routing the safety beltwebbing through the rear safetybelt guides will help keep thebelts from being trapped behindor under the seats.



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To unfold the rear seat;1. Pull the lock release lever located

on the top of the seatback.2. Lift and push the seatback back-

ward firmly until it clicks into place.Make sure the seatback is lockedin place.

3. Return the rear safety belt to theproper position.

WARNING - CargoCargo should always besecured to prevent it from beingthrown about the vehicle in acollision and causing injury tothe vehicle occupants. Specialcare should be taken of objectsplaced in the rear seats, sincethose may hit the front seatoccupants in a frontal collision.

CAUTION - Cargo loadingMake sure the engine is off, thetransaxle is in P and the parkingbrake is applied whenever load-ing or unloading cargo. Failureto take these steps may allowthe vehicle to move if shift leveris inadvertently moved to anoth-er position.

CAUTION - Rear floorDo not remove the floor carpetin your vehicle. Emission con-trol system components in thearea of the rear seats causehigh exhaust temperaturesunder the floor.


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ArmrestThe armrest is located in the centerof the rear seat. Pull the armrestdown from the seatback.

Rear headrest adjustmentAdjusting the height up and downThe headrest not only provides com-fort for the rear passengers, but alsohelps to protect the head and neck inthe event of a collision.To raise the headrest, pull it up to thedesired position (➀). To lower theheadrest, push and hold the releasebutton (➁) on the headrest supportand lower the headrest to the desiredposition (➂). For best protection,adjust the headrest so its center is ashigh as your ears. Also adjust theheadrest so its distance from thehead is as wide as your fist.

RemovalTo remove the headrest, raise it asfar as it can go then press therelease lever (➀) while pullingupward (➁).

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WARNING - Rear head-rests

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Pre-tensioner safety belt Your vehicle is equipped with driver'sand front passenger's pre-tensionersafety belts. The purpose of the pre-tensioner is to make sure that excessslack is taken up in certain frontalcollisions. The pre-tensioners mayactivate along with the front airbagsin frontal collisions based on angle ofimpact, seat belt usage and impactseverity.

The seat belt pre-tensioner systemconsists mainly of the following com-ponents.Their locations are shown inthe illustration.➀ SRS airbag warning light➁ Seatbelt pre-tensioner assembly➂ SRS airbag control module➃ Buckle pre-tensioner assembly

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CAUTION The pre-tensioner seat belt isinstalled at the front seats, andthe sensor is equipped insidethe buckle, where presence ofpassenger is sensed by the fas-tening of the seat belts.Therefore, pre-tensioner will notactivate if the passenger is notfastened with the seat belts.Likewise, it will activate if buck-led even without a passenger inthe seat. Pre-tensioner seat beltis designed to activate when theseatbelt is in use. To ensure thepretensioner seatbelts activatein event of a possible seatbeltbuckle switch malfunction, thesystem is designed to activateregardless of whether a seatbelt is in use or if no seat beltuse is detected within 6 sec-onds of turning the ignitionswitch ON.


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Load limiterWhen the pre-tentioner activates, ifthe system senses excessive seatbelt tension on the driver or passen-ger’s seat belt, the load limiter insidethe pre-tensioner will release someof the pressure on the affected seatbelt.

CAUTION - Airbag/Pre-tensioner dust

When the airbags and pre-ten-sioners are activated, a loudnoise may be heard and finedust, which may appear to besmoke, may be visible in thepassenger compartment. Thisdust is not toxic. The dust maycause skin irritation and shouldnot be breathed for prolongedperiods. Ventilate the vehicleafter impact and wash yourhands and face thoroughly afteran accident.

WARNING - Airbag/pre-tensioner warning light

If the SRS airbag warning lightdoes not illuminate when theignition key is turned to “ON” ,or if it remains illuminated afterapproximately 6 seconds, or if itilluminates while the vehicle isbeing driven, please have anauthorized Kia dealer inspectthe pre-tensioner and airbagsystem as soon as possible.

WARNING - Safety beltadjustment

To obtain maximum benefit froma pre-tensioner seat belt:• The safety belt must be worn

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WARNING - Replacingused pre-tensioners

• Pre-tensioners are designedto operate once. After activa-tion, pre-tensioner seat beltsmust be replaced. All seatbelts, of any type, shouldalways be replaced after theyhave been worn during a colli-sion.

• Do not attempt to replace thepre-tensioners yourself. Thismust be done by an author-ized Kia dealer.

CAUTION - Hot partsThe pre-tensioner assemblymechanism become hot duringactivation. Do not touch the pre-tensioner seat belt assembly forseveral minutes after they havebeen activated.

WARNING - Damagingthe pre-tensioners

• Do not hit or strike the pre-tensioner assemblies, espe-cially with a tool or heavyobject.

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Safety belt restraint system We strongly recommend that thedriver and all passengers be proper-ly restrained at all times by using thesafety belts provided with the vehi-cle. Proper use of the safety beltsdecreases the risk of severe injury ordeath in accidents or sudden stops.In most states, and in Canada, thelaw requires their use.

All seats have lap/shoulder belts.Inertial locks in the safety belt retrac-tors allow all of the lap/shoulder safe-ty belts to remain unlocked duringnormal vehicle operation. This allowsthe occupants some freedom ofmovement and increased comfortwhile using the safety belts. If a forceis applied to the vehicle, such as astrong stop, a sharp turn, or a colli-sion, the safety belt retractors willautomatically lock the safety belts.

Since the inertial locks do not requirea collision in order to lock up, youmay become aware of the safetybelts locking while braking or goingaround sharp corners.Always use the rear seat position(s)to install your child restraint(s).

WARNING - Safety beltsTo minimize the risk of seriousor fatal injury in an accident, thedriver and all passengersshould use the appropriatesafety restraints for their ageand size. The presence ofairbags does not change theneed to be properly restrainedby a safety belt or size-appropri-ate child restraint. In fact,airbags are designed to workthe best when passengers arecorrectly restrained in the vehi-cle.• Be sure you are familiar with

the information in this section,including the information oninfant and child restraints.

• Read the safety warnings onthe sun visors of your vehiclealso.

WARNING - Childrestraint in front seat

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The rear safety belts use a specialauto-lock feature designed to allow achild restraint to be used in thesepositions without an added lockingclip. They normally lock only underextreme or emergency conditions(emergency lock mode). Howeverthey can be adjusted so that theyremain fixed and locked when a childrestraint system is placed in thesepositions. (Use this auto-lock modeonly to secure a child restraint, neverfor passengers restrained by thesafety belts.) Page 3-48 givesinstructions on placing the safety beltin the auto lock mode.The drivers safety belt can only oper-ate in the emergency lock mode.

Safety belts provide the best restraintwhen:• The seatback is upright.• The occupant is sitting upright (not

slouched).• The lap belt is snug across the hips.• The shoulder belt is snug across

the chest.• The knees are straight forward.To help you remember to fasten yoursafety belt, a warning light will blink.See “Safety belt warning light andchime” on page 3-36.

WARNING - After a colli-sion

• Lap/shoulder belt assembliesmay be stretched or damagedwhen subjected to the stressand forces of a collision.

• The entire restraint systemshould be inspected followingany collision. All belts, retrac-tors, anchors and hardwaredamaged by a collision shouldbe replaced before the vehicleis operated again.

WARNING - Cargo area Passengers should never beallowed to ride in the cargo areaof a vehicle. No safety belts areprovided for the cargo area.Persons riding in the vehiclewithout a fastened safety beltare much more likely to sufferserious bodily injury or deathduring an accident.


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WARNING - Belt useSafety belts must be used cor-rectly to work properly in anaccident. Each seating positionin your vehicle has a specificsafety belt assembly thatincludes a buckle and tonguedesigned to be used together.Failure to heed these warningsand follow these instructionswill increase the risk and sever-ity of injuries and the likelihoodof death in an accident.• Use the shoulder portion of

the safety belt on the outsideshoulder only. Never wear theshoulder portion under thearm.

• Never swing the safety beltaround your neck to fit overthe inside shoulder.

• Never wear the shoulder por-tion of the safety belt acrossthe neck or face.

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(Continued)• Wear the lap portion as low as

possible. Be sure that the lapbelt fits snugly around thehips. Never wear a lap portionof a lap/shoulder belt overyour waist; it should alwaysgo over the stronger area ofyour hips.

• Never use a single safety beltfor more than one person.

• The front seatbacks shouldalways remain in a comfort-able, upright position whenthe vehicle is moving.

WARNING - Twisted beltsA twisted or jammed safety beltcannot restrain you properly. Ifyou cannot untwist or unjam thesafety belt, have an authorizedKia dealer service it immediate-ly. Never drive or ride with atwisted or jammed safety belt.



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Safety belt warning light andchimeIf the driver's safety belt is not fas-tened when the key is turned ON orif it is unfastened after the key isturned ON, the safety belt warninglight blinks until the belt fastened.If the driver's safety belt is not fas-tened when the key is turned ON orif it is unfastened after the key is ON,the safety belt warning chime willsound for approximately 6 seconds.At this time, if the safety belt is fas-tened, the chime will stop at once.

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CAUTION Never close the doors on anypart of the lap or shoulder belt.It can damage the safety belt orbuckle which could increase therisk of injury in case of an acci-dent.

WARNING - Safety beltcare

• A damaged belt may not giveyou the protection you need inan accident.

• Inspect your safety belts peri-odically for excessive wear ordamage. Pull out each beltfully and look for fraying, cuts,burns or other damage. Pullthe safety belt out and let itretract a number of times.Make sure that the lap/shoul-der belts return smoothly andeasily into the retractor.

• Check the latches to makesure they latch and releasewithout interference or delay.

• Never close the doors on anypart of the lap or shoulderbelt.

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Lap/shoulder beltTo fasten the front lap/shoulderbelt:1. Grasp the buckle and tongue

plate.2. Slowly pull the lap/shoulder belt

out from the retractor.

3. Insert the tongue plate (➀) into theopen end of the buckle (➁) until anaudible “click” is heard, indicatingthe belt is locked in the buckle.

4. Position the lap portion (➀) of thebelt across your lap as LOW ONTHE HIPS as possible to reducethe risk of sliding under it duringan accident. Adjust the belt to aSNUG FIT by pulling up on theshoulder portion (➁) of the safetybelt. The belt retractor is designedto take up excess webbing auto-matically and to maintain tensionon the belt. For your safety, do notput any excess slack into the safe-ty belt at any location.

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5. Adjust the shoulder anchor posi-tion to your size. To raise theanchor position, push the anchorup (➀). To lower the anchor posi-tion, press (➁) the button ( ) andslide the anchor down (➂). Afteradjustment, make sure the anchoris locked in position.

To unfasten the front lap/shoulderbelt:Press the release button on thebuckle and allow the belt to slowlyretract.

Rear lap/shoulder belt To fasten the rear lap/shoulderbelt:1. Grasp the buckle and tongue

plate.2. Slowly pull the lap/shoulder belt

out.3. Insert the tongue plate (➀) into the

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4. Position the lap portion (➀) of thebelt across your lap as LOW ONTHE HIPS as possible to reducethe risk of sliding under it duringan accident. Adjust the belt to aSNUG FIT by pulling up on theshoulder portion (➁) of the safetybelt. The belt retractor is designedto take up excess webbing auto-matically and to maintain tensionon the belt. For your safety do notput any excess slack into the safe-ty belt.

To unfasten the rear lap/shoulderbelt:Press the release button on thebuckle and allow the belt to slowlyretract.

3 Point rear center belt (if equipped) To fasten the rear center belt1. Extract the tongue plate from the

hole on the belt assembly coverand slowly pull the tongue platesout from the retractor.

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2. Insert the tongue plate (A) into theopen end of the buckle (C) until anaudible “click" is heard, indicatingthe latch is locked. Make sure thebelt is not twisted.

3. Pull the tongue plate (B) andinsert the tongue plate (B) into theopen end of the buckle (D) until anaudible “click” is heard, indicatingthe latch is locked. Make sure thebelt is not twisted.

There will be an audible “click” whenthe tab locks in the buckle. The safe-ty belt automatically adjusts to theproper length only after the lap belt isadjusted manually so that it fits snug-ly around your hips, if you lean for-ward in a slow, easy motion, the beltwill extend and let you move around.If there is a sudden stop or impact,the belt will lock into position. It willalso lock if you try to lean forward tooquickly.1KMN3442 1KMB3443

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To unfasten the rear center belt 1. Press the release button on the

buckle (D) and remove the tongueplate (B) from the buckle (D).

2. To retract the rear center seatbelt,insert the key or similar small rigiddevice into the web release buttonon the anchor connector. Pull up onthe seat belt web (A) and allow thewebbing to retract automatically.

3. Insert the tongue plate (A) into thehole on the belt assembly cover.

When using the rear center seat belt,the buckle with the “CENTER” markmust be used.

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Stowing the rear safety belt The rear safety belt buckles can bestowed in the pocket between therear seatback and cushion when notin use.

Proper use and care of thesafety belt system To ensure that the safety belts pro-vide the maximum protection, pleasefollow these instructions:• Use the belts at all times - even on

short trips.• If the safety belt is twisted,

straighten it prior to use.• Keep sharp edges and damaging

objects away from the belts.• Periodically inspect belt webbing,

anchors, buckles and all otherparts for signs of wear and dam-age. Replace damaged, excessive-ly worn or questionable partsimmediately.

• To clean the belt webbing, use amild soap solution recommendedfor cleaning upholstery or carpets.Follow the instructions providedwith the soap.

• Do not make modifications or addi-tions to the safety belt.

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Restraint of pregnant women Pregnant women should wearlap/shoulder belt assemblies when-ever possible according to specificrecommendations by their doctors.The lap portion of the belt should beworn AS SNUGLY AND LOW ASPOSSIBLE.

Restraint of infants and smallchildren To increase their safety, infants andyoung children should always berestrained by a restraint systemapproved for their age and size.Never allow a child to stand or kneelon the seat of a moving vehicle.Never allow a safety belt to be placedaround both a child and an adult oraround two children at the sametime.It is best for children to be seated inthe rear seats.

Many companies manufacture childrestraint systems (often called childseats) for infants and small children.An acceptable child restraint systemmust always satisfy Canadian MotorVehicle Safety Standards. Make surethat any child-restraint system youuse in your vehicle is labelled ascomplying with Federal SafetyStandards.The child-restraint system should bechosen to fit both the size of the childand the size of the vehicle seat. Besure to follow any instructions provid-ed by the child-restraint system man-ufacturer when installing the child-restraint system.

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Restraint of larger children As children grow, they may need touse new child-restraint systems,including larger child seats or boost-er seats, which are appropriate fortheir increased size.A child who has outgrown availablechild-restraint systems should usethe belts provided in the vehicle.When seated in the rear outboardseats, the child should be restrainedby the lap/shoulder belt.If the shoulder belt portion slightlytouches the child’s neck or face, tryplacing the child closer to the centerof the vehicle. If the shoulder belt stilltouches their face or neck they needto be returned to a child restraint sys-tem. In addition, after-market devicesare available from independent man-ufacturers which help pull the shoul-der belt down and away from thechild’s face or neck.

WARNING - Infants andyoung children

• Infants and young children areat much greater risk of seriousinjury or death in an accidentor sudden stop if they are unre-strained or restrained improp-erly. Follow all instructions inthis section and the instruc-tions that came with anapproved child safety system.The child restraint must be cor-rectly installed in the vehicle,and the child must be correctlyplaced in the child restraint.

• All children under 12 aresafest in the back seat.

• Never install a child or infantseat in the front passengerposition. The baby will beinjured or killed by the airbagif it deploys.

• Never allow a child to stand orkneel on the seat of a movingvehicle.

WARNING - Children onlaps

Never hold a child on your lap orin your arms in a moving vehi-cle.Even a very strong person can-not hold onto a child in theevent of even a minor collision.

CAUTION - Hot metalparts

Safety belts and seats canbecome hot in a vehicle that hasbeen closed during warm/hotweather; they could burn achild. Check seat covers andbuckles before you place a childanywhere near them.


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Child restraint system For small children and babies, theuse of a child seat or infant seat isstrongly recommended and isrequired by law in almost all states.This child seat or infant seat shouldbe of appropriate size for the childand should be installed in accor-dance with the manufacturer'sinstructions.Children riding in the car should siton the rear seat and must always beproperly restrained to minimize therisk of injury in an accident, suddenstop or sudden maneuver. Accordingto accident statistics, children aresafer when properly restrained in therear seats than in the front seat.

Children could be injured or killed ina crash if their restraints are notproperly secured. For small childrenand babies, a child seat or infant seatmust be used. Before buying a par-ticular child restraint system, makesure it fits your car and seat belts,and fits your child. Follow all theinstructions provided by the childseat manufacturer when installingthe child restraint system.

WARNING - Shoulderbelts on small children

• Never allow a shoulder belt tobe in contact with a child’sneck or face while the vehicleis in motion.

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WARNING - Childrestraints

• A child restraint system mustbe placed in the rear seat.Never install a child or infantseat on the front passenger'sseat.Should an accident occur andcause the passenger airbag todeploy, it could severely injureor kill an infant or child seatedin the front seat.

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(Continued)• When using the vehicles

lap/shoulder safety belts,always make sure that theshoulder belt portion is posi-tioned midway over the shoul-der, never across the neck orbehind the back. The lap beltportion of the lap/shoulderbelt must always be posi-tioned as low as possible onthe child's hips and as snugas possible.

• If the vehicles safety belt willnot properly fit the child, youmust use an appropriate childrestraint or booster seat in therear.

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(Continued)• Since a safety belt or child

restraint system can becomevery hot if it is in a closedvehicle, be sure to check theseat cover and buckles beforeplacing a child there.

• When the child restraint sys-tem is not in use, store it in thetrunk or fasten it with a safetybelt so that it will not bethrown forward in the case ofa sudden stop or an accident.

• Children who are too large tobe in a child restraint shouldsit in the rear seat and berestrained with the availablelap/shoulder belts.

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Installing a child restraint system For safety reasons, we recommendthat the child restraint system beused in the rear seats.Never place a rear-facing childrestraint in the front passengerseat, because of the danger thatan inflating passenger side air bagcould impact the rear-facing childrestraint and kill the child.Since all passenger safety beltsmove freely under normal conditionsand only lock under extreme oremergency conditions (emergencylock mode), you must manuallychange these safety belts to the autolock mode to secure a child restraint.

(Continued)• Never allow a child to stand up

or kneel while the vehicle ismoving.

• Never use an infant carrier orchild seat that "hooks" over aseatback. It will not provideadequate protection in anaccident.

• Never allow a child to be heldwhile they are in a movingvehicle, as this could result inserious injury to the child inthe event of an accident or asudden stop. Holding a childin a moving vehicle does notprovide the child with any pro-tection during an accident,even if the person holding thechild is wearing a seat belt.

WARNING - Child seatinstallation

• Before installing the childrestraint system, read theinstructions supplied by thechild restraint system manu-facturer.

• If the safety belt does notoperate as described in thissection, have the systemchecked immediately by yourauthorized Kia dealer.

• Failure to observe this manu-al's instructions regardingchild restraint system and theinstructions provided with thechild restraint system couldincrease the chance and/orseverity of injury in an acci-dent.



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Placing a passenger safetybelt into the auto lock modeThe use of the auto lock mode willensure that the normal movement ofthe child in the vehicle does notcause the safety belt to be pulled outand loosen the firmness of its holdon the child restraint system. Tosecure a child restraint system, usethe following procedure.

Installing a child restraint system bylap/shoulder belt

To install a child restraint system onthe outboard or center rear seats, dothe following:1. Place the child restraint system in

the seat and route the lap/shoul-der belt around or through therestraint, following the restraintmanufacturer’s instructions. Besure the safety belt webbing is nottwisted.

2. Fasten the lap/shoulder belt latchinto the buckle. Listen for the dis-tinct “click” sound.

Position the release button so that itis easy to access in case of anemergency.

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3. Pull the shoulder portion of thesafety belt all the way out. Whenthe shoulder portion of the safetybelt is fully extended, it will shiftthe retractor to the “Auto Lock”(child restraint) mode.

4. Slowly allow the shoulder portionof the safety belt to retract and lis-ten for an audible “clicking” or“ratcheting” sound. This indicatesthat the retractor is in the “AutoLock” mode. If no distinct sound isheard, repeat steps 3 and 4.

5. Remove as much slack from thebelt as possible by pushing downon the child restraint system whilefeeding the shoulder belt back intothe retractor.

6. Push and pull on the child restraintsystem to confirm that the safetybelt is holding it firmly in place. If itis not, release the safety belt andrepeat steps 2 through 6.

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7. Double check that the retractor isin the “Auto Lock” mode byattempting to pull more of the safe-ty belt out of the retractor. If youcannot, the retractor is in the “AutoLock” mode.

To remove the child restraint, pressthe release button on the buckle andthen pull the lap/shoulder belt out ofthe restraint and allow the safety beltto retract fully.

When the safety belt is allowed toretract to its fully stowed position,the retractor will automaticallyswitch from the “Auto Lock” modeto the emergency lock mode fornormal adult usage.

Securing a child restraint seatwith “Tether Anchor” system Child restraint hook holders arelocated on the floor behind the rearseats.1. Open the tether anchor cover on

the floor behind the rear seats.

WARNING - Auto lockmode

The lap/shoulder belt automati-cally returns to the “emergencylock mode” whenever the belt isallowed to retract fully.Therefore, the preceding sevensteps must be followed eachtime a child restraint isinstalled.If the safety belt is not placed inthe “Auto lock” mode, severeinjury or death could occur tothe child and/or other occupantsin the vehicle in a collision,since the child restraint will notbe effectively held in place.

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2. Route the child restraint seat strapover the seatback.For vehicles with adjustable head-rest, route the tether strap underthe headrest and between theheadrest posts, otherwise routethe tether strap over the top of theseatback.

3. Connect the tether strap hook tothe appropriate child restrainthook holder and tighten to securethe seat.

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WARNING - Tether strapIf the tether strap is securedincorrectly, the child restraintseat may not be restrainedproperly in the event of a colli-sion. Do not mount more thanone child restraint seat to a teth-er anchorage, since the anchor-age can then fail in a collision.

WARNING - Childrestraint check

Check that the child restraintsystem is secure by pushingand pulling it in different direc-tions. Incorrectly fitted childrestraints may swing, twist, tipor come away causing death orinjury.

WARNING - Childrestraint anchorage

• Child restraint anchorages aredesigned to withstand onlythose loads imposed by cor-rectly fitted child restraints.Under no circumstances arethey to be used for adult seatbelts or harnesses or forattaching other items orequipment to the vehicle.

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Child seat lower anchorsSome child seat manufacturersmake child restraint seats that arelabeled as International StandardsOrganization Fixed (ISOFIX) orISOFIX-compatible child restraintseats. These seats include two rigidor webbing mounted attachmentsthat connect to two ISOFIX anchorsat specific seating positions in yourvehicle. This type of child restraintseat eliminates the need to use seatbelts to attach the child seat for for-ward-facing child restraint seats inthe rear seats.

There is a symbol located on thelower portion of each side of the rearseatbacks. These symbols indicatethe position of the lower anchors forchild restraints so equipped.

ISOFIX anchors have been providedin your vehicle. The ISOFIX anchorsare located in the left and right out-board rear seating positions. Theirlocations are shown in the illustra-tion. There is no ISOFIX anchor pro-vided for the center rear seatingposition.The ISOFIX anchors are locatedbetween the seatback and the seatcushion of the rear seat left and rightoutboard seating positions.

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Follow the child seat manufacturer’sinstructions to properly install childrestraint seats with ISOFIX orISOFIX-compatible attachments.Once you have installed the ISOFIXchild restraint, assure that the seat isproperly attached to the ISOFIX andtether anchors. Also, test the childrestraint seat before you place thechild in it. Tilt the seat from side toside. Also try to tug the seat forward.Check to see if the anchors hold theseat in place.

WARNING - ISOFIXAnchors

If the child restraint is notanchored properly, the risk of achild being seriously injured orkilled in a collision greatlyincreases.

WARNING - ISOFIX loweranchors

ISOFIX lower anchors are onlyto be used with the left and rightrear outboard seating positions.Never attempt to attach anISOFIX equipped seat in thecenter seating position. Youmay damage the anchors or theanchors may fail and break in acollision.

WARNINGWhen using the vehicle’s“ISOFIX” system to install achild restraint system in the rearseat, all unused vehicle rearseat belt metal latch plates ortabs must be latched securely intheir seat belt buckles and theseat belt webbing must beretracted behind the childrestraint to prevent the childfrom reaching and taking holdof unretracted seat belts.Unlatched metal latch plates ortabs may allow the child toreach the unretracted seat beltswhich may result in strangula-tion and a serious injury ordeath to the child in the childrestraint.



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AIRBAG - ADVANCED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

➀ Driver’s airbag ➁ Front passenger’sairbag

➃ Curtain Airbag

➅ Front impact sensor

➆ SRS control module

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Traction control system / 4-33Electronic stability program / 4-36Instrument cluster / 4-39Gauges / 4-40Warnings and indicators / 4-46Compass / 4-54Lighting / 4-57Wipers and washers / 4-61Defroster / 4-64Hazard warning flasher / 4-65Manual climate control system / 4-66Automatic climate control system / 4-75Windshield defrosting and defogging / 4-88


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Illuminated ignition switch (if equipped)Whenever a door is opened, the igni-tion switch will be illuminated for yourconvenience, provided the ignitionswitch is not in the ON position. Thelight will go off approximately 10 sec-onds after closing the door or whenthe ignition switch is turned on.

Ignition switch and anti-theftsteering column lock

Ignition switch positionLOCKThe steering wheel locks to protectagainst theft. The ignition key can beremoved only in the LOCK position.When turning the ignition switch tothe LOCK position, push the keyinward at the ACC position (Type A)and turn the key toward the LOCKposition.

ACC (Accessory)The steering wheel is unlocked andelectrical accessories are operative.

ONThe warning lights can be checkedbefore the engine is started. This isthe normal running position after theengine is started.Do not leave the ignition switch ON ifthe engine is not running to preventbattery discharge.

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STARTTurn the ignition key to the STARTposition to start the engine. Theengine will crank until you releasethe key; then it returns to the ONposition. The brake warning lampcan be checked in this position.If difficulty is experienced in turningthe ignition key, turn the steeringwheel right and left to release thetension and then turn the key.

Automatic transaxleWhen turning the ignition switch tothe LOCK position, the shift levermust be in the P (Park) position.

WARNING - Ignition key• Never turn the ignition switch

to LOCK or ACC while thevehicle is moving. This wouldresult in loss of directionalcontrol and braking function,which could cause an immedi-ate accident.

• Before leaving the driver’sseat, always make sure theshift lever is engaged in 1st

gear for manual transaxle or P(Park) for automatic transaxle,set the parking brake fully andshut the engine off.Unexpected and sudden vehi-cle movement may occur ifthese precautions are nottaken.

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(Continued)• Never reach for the ignition

switch, or any other controlsthrough the steering wheelwhile the vehicle is in motion.The presence of your hand orarm in this area could cause aloss of vehicle control, anaccident and serious bodilyinjury or death.

• Do not place any movableobjects around the driver’sseat as they may move whiledriving, interfere with the driv-er and lead to an accident.



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1. Make sure the parking brake isapplied.

2. Manual Transaxle - Depress theclutch pedal fully and shift thetransaxle into Neutral. Keep theclutch pedal depressed while turn-ing the ignition switch to the startposition. The starter will not oper-ate if the clutch pedal is not fullydepressed.Automatic Transaxle - Place thetransaxle shift lever in P (Park).Depress the brake pedal fully.You can also start the enginewhen the shift lever is in the N(Neutral) position.

3. Turn the ignition switch to STARTand hold it there until the enginestarts (a maximum of 10 seconds),then release the key.

4. In extremely cold weather (below -18°C / 0°F) or after the vehiclehas not been operated for severaldays, let the engine warm up with-out depressing the accelerator.

Whether the engine is cold or warm,it should be started withoutdepressing the accelerator.

✽✽ NOTICEDo not engage the starter for morethan 10 seconds. If the engine stallsor fails to start, wait 5 to 10 secondsbefore re-engaging the starter.Excessive or improper use of thestarter may damage it.

The starter will not operate if:• Manual Transaxle - the clutch

pedal is not fully depressed.• Automatic Transaxle - the shift

lever is NOT in the P (Park) or N(Neutral) position.

STARTING THE ENGINE

CAUTION - StallIf the engine stalls while you arein motion, do not attempt tomove the shift lever to the P(Park) position. If traffic androad conditions permit, you mayput the shift lever in the N(Neutral) position while thevehicle is still moving and turnthe ignition switch to the STARTposition in an attempt to restartthe engine.


Manual transaxle operationThe manual transaxle has five for-ward gears.Press the clutch pedal down fullywhile shifting, then release it slowly.A special safety feature preventsinadvertent shifting from 5 (Fifth) toR (Reverse).The gearshift lever mustbe returned to the neutral positionbefore shifting into R (Reverse).Make sure the vehicle is completelystopped before shifting into R(Reverse).Never operate the engine with thetachometer (rpm) in the red zone.

✽✽ NOTICETo avoid premature clutch wear anddamage, do not drive with your footresting on the clutch pedal. Also,don’t use the clutch to hold the vehi-cle stopped on an upgrade, whilewaiting for a traffic light, etc.

DownshiftingWhen you must slow down in heavytraffic or while driving up steep hills,downshift before the engine starts tolabor. Downshifting reduces thechance of stalling and gives betteracceleration when you again need toincrease your speed. When the vehi-cle is traveling down steep hills,downshifting helps maintain safespeed and prolongs brake life.

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Before leaving the driver’s seat,always set the parking brakefully and shut the engine off.Then make sure the transaxle isshifted into 1st gear when thevehicle is parked on a level oruphill grade, and shifted into R(Reverse) on a downhill grade.Unexpected and sudden vehiclemovement can occur if theseprecautions are not followed inthe order identified.

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The lock release button must be depressed while moving the shift lever.

Depress the brake pedal and push the button when shifting.

The shift lever can be moved without depressing the lock release button.

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Automatic transaxle operationAll normal forward driving is donewith the shift lever in the D (Drive)position.To move the shift lever from the P(Park) position, the brake pedal mustbe depressed and the lock releasebutton must be depressed.

For smooth operation, depress thebrake pedal when shifting from N(Neutral) to a forward or reversegear.

✽✽ NOTICE• To avoid damage to your

transaxle, do not accelerate theengine in R (Reverse) or any for-ward gear position with thebrakes on.

• When stopped on an upgrade, donot hold the vehicle stationarywith engine power. Use the servicebrake or the parking brake.

• Do not shift from N (Neutral) or P(Park) into D (Drive), or R(Reverse) when the engine isabove idle speed.

WARNING - Automatictransaxle

Before leaving the driver’s seat,always make sure the shift leveris in the P (PARK) position; thenset the parking brake fully andshut the engine off. Unexpectedand sudden vehicle movementcan occur if these precautionsare not followed in the orderidentified.

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Transaxle rangesP (park)Always come to a complete stopbefore shifting into P. This positionlocks the transaxle and prevents thefront wheels from rotating.

✽✽ NOTICEThe transaxle may be damaged ifyou shift into P (Park) while thevehicle is in motion.

(Continued)• Before leaving the driver’s

seat, always make sure theshift lever is in the P (PARK)position. Set the parkingbrake fully, shut the engine offand take the key with you.Unexpected and sudden vehi-cle movement can occur if youdo not follow these precau-tions in the order specified.

• Never leave a child unattend-ed in a vehicle.

WARNING - Automatictransaxle

• Shifting into P (Park) while thevehicle is in motion will causethe drive wheels to lock whichwill cause you to lose controlof the vehicle.

• Do not use the P (Park) posi-tion in place of the parkingbrake. Always make sure theshift lever is latched in the P(Park) position so that it can-not be moved unless the lockrelease button is pushed in,AND set the parking brakefully.

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R (reverse)Use this position to drive the vehiclebackward.

✽✽ NOTICEAlways come to a complete stopbefore shifting into or out of R(Reverse); you may damage thetransaxle if you shift into R whilethe vehicle is in motion.

N (neutral)The wheels and transaxle are notlocked. The vehicle will roll freelyeven on the slightest incline unlessthe parking brake or service brakesare applied.

D (drive)This is the normal forward drivingposition. The transaxle will automati-cally shift through a 4-gearsequence, providing the best fueleconomy and power.

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Sports modeWhether the vehicle is stationary orin motion, sports mode is selected bypushing the shift lever from the “D”position into the manual gate. Toreturn to “D” range operation, pushthe shift lever back into the maingate.

In sports mode, moving the shiftlever backwards and forwards willallow you to make gearshifts rapidly.The sports mode allows gearshiftswith the accelerator pedaldepressed.

Up (+) : Push the lever forwardonce to shift up one gear.

Down (-) : Pull the lever backwardsonce to shift down onegear.

Snow modeWhen taking off from a standstill on aslippery road, push the shift lever for-ward into the +(up) position. Thiscauses the transaxle to shift into the2nd gear which is better for smoothdriving on a slippery road.Push the shift lever to the -(down)side to shift back to the 1st gear.

✽✽ NOTICE• Upshifts take place automatically

in sports mode. However, the driv-er must execute upshifts in accor-dance with road conditions, takingcare to keep the engine speedbelow the red zone becauseupshifts take place at the higherengine rpm.

• In sports mode, only the four for-ward gears can be selected. Toreverse or park the vehicle, movethe shift lever to the “R” or “P”position as required.

• In sports mode, downshifts aremade automatically when thevehicle slows down. When thevehicle stops, 1st gear is automati-cally selected.

• In sports mode, when the enginerpm approaches the red zone shiftpoints are varied to upshift auto-matically.

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Moving up a steep grade froma standing startTo move up a steep grade from astanding start, depress the brakepedal, shift the shift lever to D(Drive). Select the appropriate geardepending on load weight and steep-ness of the grade, and release theparking brake. Depress the accelera-tor gradually while releasing theservice brakes.When accelerating from a stop ona steep hill, the vehicle may have atendency to roll backwards.Shifting the shift lever into 2(Second Gear) while in Sportmode will help prevent the vehiclefrom rolling backwards.

Shift lock systemFor your safety, the AutomaticTransaxle has a shift lock systemwhich prevents shifting the transaxleout of P (Park) unless the brakepedal is depressed.To shift the transaxle out of P (Park):1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.2. Start the engine or turn the ignition

to the ON position.3. Depress the lock release button

and move the shift lever.When the ignition switch is in theACC or LOCK position, the transaxlecannot be shifted from P (Park).If the brake pedal is repeatedlydepressed and released with theshift lever in the P (Park) position, achattering noise near the shift levermay be heard. This is a normal con-dition.

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Engine power can be delivered to allfront and rear wheels for maximumtraction. Full-time 4WD is usefulwhen extra traction is required onroad, such as, when driving on slip-pery, muddy, wet, or snow-coveredroads. These vehicles are notdesigned for challenging off-roaduse. Occasional off-road use such asestablished unpaved roads and trailsis OK. It is always important whentraveling off-highway that the drivercarefully reduce speed to a level thatdoes not exceed the safe operatingspeed for those conditions. In gener-al, off-road conditions provide lesstraction and braking effectivenessthan normal road conditions. Thedriver must be especially alert toavoid driving on slopes which tilt thevehicle to either side.

These factors must be carefully con-sidered when driving off-road.Keeping the vehicle in contact withthe driving surface and under controlin these conditions is always the dri-ver's responsibility for the safety ofhim/herself and his or her passen-gers.

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Transfer mode Selection button Indicator light Description• This mode is used for climbing or descending sharp grades,

off-road driving, driving on sandy and muddy roads etc. tomaximize traction.

• This mode automatically begins to deactivate at speed above30 km/h (19 mph) and is shifted to 4WD AUTO mode atspeed above 40 km/h (25 mph). If the vehicle decelerates tospeeds below 30 km/h (19 mph), however, the transfer modeis shifted into 4WD LOCK mode again.

• When driving in AUTO mode, the vehicle operates similar tothe conventional 2WD vehicles under normal operating con-ditions. However, if the system determines that there is aneed for the 4WD mode, the engine’s driving power is dis-tributed to all four wheels automatically without driver inter-vention.

• When driving on normal roads and pavement, the vehiclemoves similar to the conventional 2WD vehicles.

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tor light goes off). Driving on normal roads with 4WD LOCK mode(especially, when cornering) may causemechanical noise or vibration. The noise and vibration will disappear when the 4WD LOCK mode is deactivat-ed. Some parts of the power train may be damaged by prolonged driving with the noise and vibration.

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• Do not try to drive in deep standingwater or mud since such conditionscan stall your engine and clog yourexhaust pipes. Do not drive downsteep hills since it requires extremeskill to maintain control of the vehi-cle.

• When you are driving up or downhills drive as close to straight upand down the hill as possible. Useextreme caution in going up ordown steep hills, since you may flipyour vehicle over depending on thegrade, terrain and water/mud con-ditions.

WARNING - HillsDriving across the contour ofsteep hills can be extremelydangerous. This danger cancome from slight changes in thewheel angle which can destabi-lize the vehicle or, even if thevehicle is maintaining stabilityunder power, it can lose thatstability if the vehicle stops itsforward motion. Your vehiclemay roll over without warningand without time for you to cor-rect a mistake that could causeserious injury or death.

WARNING - Four-wheeldriving

The conditions on-road or off-road that demand four-wheeldrive mean all functions of yourvehicle are exposed to moreextreme stress than under nor-mal road conditions. Slow downand be ready for changes in thecomposition and traction of thesurface under your tires. If youhave any doubt about the safetyof the conditions you are facing,stop and consider the best wayto proceed. Do not exceed theability of yourself or your vehi-cle to operate safely.

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• You must consciously take theeffort to learn how to corner in a4WD vehicle. Do not rely on yourexperience in conventional 2WDvehicles in choosing safe corneringspeed in 4WD mode. For starters,you must drive more slowly in4WD.

• Drive carefully off-road becauseyour vehicle may be damaged byrocks or roots of trees. Becomefamiliar with the off-road conditionswhere you are going to drivebefore you begin driving.

• Always hold the steering wheelfirmly when you are driving off-road.

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WARNING - 4WDReduce speed when you turncorners. The center of gravity of4WD vehicles is higher than thatof conventional 2WD vehicles,making them more likely to rollover when you turn corners toofast.


Do not grab inside of the steer-ing wheel when you are drivingoff-road. Your arm may be hurtby a sudden steering maneuveror from steering wheel rebounddue to impact with objects onthe ground. You could lose con-trol of the steering wheel.

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• If you need to drive in water, stopyour vehicle, set your transfer to“4WD LOCK” and drive at less than8 km/h (5 mph).

✽✽ NOTICE• Do not drive in water if the level is

higher than the bottom of the vehi-cle.

• Check your brake condition onceyou are out of mud or water. Pressthe brake pedal several times asyou move slowly until you feel nor-mal braking forces return.

• Shorten your scheduled mainte-nance interval if you drive in off-road conditions such as sand,mud or water (see “MaintenanceSchedule” in the Index). Alwayswash you car thoroughly after offroad use, especially cleaning theunder side of the vehicle.

• Since the driving torque is alwaysapplied to the 4 wheels the per-formance of the 4WD vehicle isgreatly affected by the condition ofthe tires. Be sure to equip the vehi-cle with four tires of the same sizeand type.

• A full time four wheel drive vehi-cle cannot be towed by an ordi-nary tow truck. Make sure thatthe vehicle is placed on a flat bedtruck for moving.

WARNING - Wind dangerIf you are driving in heavy wind,the vehicle's higher center ofgravity decreases your steeringcontrol capacity and requiresyou to drive more slowly.

WARNING - Drivingthrough water

Drive slowly. If you are drivingtoo fast in water, the water spraycan get into the engine com-partment and wet the ignitionsystem, causing your vehicle tosuddenly stall. If this happensand your vehicle is in a tiltedposition, your vehicle may rollover.


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WARNING - 4WD driving• Avoid high cornering speed.• Do not make quick steering

wheel movements, such assharp lane changes or fast,sharp turns.

• The risk of rollover is greatlyincreased if you lose controlof your vehicle at high speed.

• In a collision, an unbelted per-son is significantly more likelyto die compared to a personwearing a seat belt.

• Loss of control often occurs iftwo or more wheels drop offthe roadway and the driverover steers to re-enter theroadway. In the event yourvehicle leaves the roadway, donot steer sharply. Instead,slow down before pulling backinto the travel lanes.

WARNING - Jacked vehi-cle

While the full-time 4WD vehicleis being raised on a jack, neverstart the engine or cause thetires to rotate.There is the danger that rotatingtires touching the ground couldcause the vehicle to go off thejack and to jump forward.

WARNINGYour vehicle is equipped withtires designed to provide forsafe ride and handling capabili-ty. Do not use a size and type oftire and wheel that is differentfrom the one that is originallyinstalled on your vehicle. It canaffect the safety and perform-ance of your vehicle, whichcould lead to handling failure orrollover and serious injury.When replacing the tires, besure to equip all four tires withthe tire and wheel of the samesize, type, tread, brand andload-carrying capacity. If younevertheless decide to equipyour vehicle with any tire/wheelcombination not recommendedby Kia for off road driving, youshould not use these tires forhighway driving.

CAUTION - Mud or snowIf one of the front or rear wheelsbegins to spin in mud, snow,etc. the vehicle can sometimesbe driven out by depressing theaccelerator pedal further; how-ever avoid running the enginecontinuously at high rpmbecause doing so could dam-age the 4WD system.



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Power brakes Your vehicle has power-assistedbrakes that adjust automaticallythrough normal usage.In the event that the power-assistedbrakes lose power because of astalled engine or some other reason,you can still stop your vehicle byapplying greater force to the brakepedal than you normally would. Thestopping distance, however, will besomewhat longer.When the engine is not running, thereserve brake power is partiallydepleted each time the brake pedalis applied. Do not pump the brakepedal when the power assist hasbeen interrupted.Pump the brake pedal only whennecessary to maintain steering con-trol on slippery surfaces.

In the event of brake failure If service brakes fail to operate whilethe vehicle is in motion, you canmake an emergency stop with theparking brake. The stopping dis-tance, however, will be much greaterthan normal.

BRAKE SYSTEM

WARNING - Parking brakeOperating the parking brakewhile the vehicle is moving atnormal speeds can cause a sud-den loss of control of the vehi-cle. If you must use the parkingbrake to stop the vehicle, usegreat caution in applying thebrake.

WARNING - Brakes• Do not drive with your foot

resting on the brake pedal.This will create abnormal highbrake temperatures, exces-sive brake lining and padwear, and increased stoppingdistances.

• When descending a long orsteep hill, shift to a lower gearand avoid continuous applica-tion of the brakes. Continuousbrake application will causethe brakes to overheat andcould result in a temporaryloss of braking performance.

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Disc brakes wear indicator Your vehicle has disc brakes.When your brake pads are worn andit's time for new pads, you will hear ahigh-pitched warning sound fromyour front brakes or rear brakes (ifequipped). You may hear this soundcome and go or it may occur when-ever you depress the brake pedal.Please remember that some driv-ing conditions or climates maycause a brake squeal when youfirst apply (or lightly apply) thebrakes. This is normal and doesnot indicate a problem with yourbrakes.

✽✽ NOTICETo avoid costly brake repairs, do notcontinue to drive with worn brakepads.

WARNING - Brake wearThis brake wear warning soundmeans your vehicle needs serv-ice. If you ignore this audiblewarning, you will eventually losebraking performance, whichcould lead to a serious accident.

CAUTIONAlways replace brake pads ascomplete front or rear axle setsto ensure smooth brake per-formance.

(Continued)• Wet brakes may result in the

vehicle not slowing down atthe usual rate and pulling toone side when the brakes areapplied. After going throughwater, apply the brakes lightlyto regain smooth braking per-formance.



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Parking brake To apply the parking brake, pull theparking brake handle fully and firmlyupward while applying the servicebrake.

To release the parking brake, pull thehandle up slightly and push therelease button, then lower the handleto the released position while holdingthe button in.

CAUTIONDriving with the parking brakeapplied will cause excessivebrake pad and brake rotor wear.

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WARNING - Parking brake• To prevent unintentional

movement when stopped, donot use just the gear shiftlever to hold the vehicle inposition. Set the parkingbrake AND make sure thegearshift lever is securelypositioned in 1st (First) gearor R (Reverse) for manualtransaxle equipped vehiclesand in P (Park) for automatictransaxle equipped vehicles.

• Never allow a person who isunfamiliar with the vehicle orchildren to touch the parkingbrake. If the parking brake isreleased unintentionally, seri-ous injury may occur.


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Check the brake warning light byturning the ignition switch ON (do notstart the engine). This light will beilluminated when the parking brake isapplied with the ignition switch in theSTART or ON position.Before driving, be sure the parkingbrake is fully released and the brakewarning light is off.

If the brake warning light remains onafter the parking brake is released,there may be a malfunction in thebrake system. Immediate attention isnecessary.If at all possible, cease driving thevehicle immediately. If that is not pos-sible, use extreme caution whileoperating the vehicle and only con-tinue to drive the vehicle until youcan reach a safe location or repairshop.

Parking on curbed streets • When parking your vehicle on an

uphill grade, park as close to thecurb as possible and turn the frontwheels away from the curb so thatthe front wheels will contact thecurb if the vehicle moves back-ward.

• When parking your vehicle on adownhill grade, park as close to thecurb as possible and turn the frontwheels toward the curb so that thefront wheels will contact the curb ifthe vehicle moves forward.

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Anti-lock brake system (ABS)(if equipped)

The ABS system continuously sens-es the speed of the wheels. If thewheels are going to lock, the ABSsystem repeatedly modulates thehydraulic brake pressure to thewheels.When you apply your brakes underconditions which may lock thewheels, you may hear a “tik-tik’’sound from the brakes, or feel a cor-responding sensation in the brakepedal. This is normal and it meansyour ABS system is active.In order to obtain the maximum ben-efit from your ABS system in anemergency situation, do not attemptto modulate your brake pressure anddo not try to pump your brakes.Press your brake pedal as hard aspossible or as hard as the situationwarrants and allow the ABS systemto control the force being delivered tothe brakes.

WARNING - ABS BrakesYour ABS is not a substitute forgood driving judgement. Youcan still have an accident. Infact, your ABS system will notbe able to prevent an accident.You must especially avoid:• Dangerous driving, such as

neglecting safety precautions,speeding, or driving too closeto the vehicle in front of you.

• Driving at high speed in situa-tions providing considerablyless traction, such as wet con-ditions where hydroplaningcould occur.

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(Continued)• Driving too fast on poor road

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• Even with the anti-lock brake sys-tem, your vehicle still requires suf-ficient stopping distance. Alwaysmaintain a safe distance from thevehicle in front of you.

• Always slow down when cornering.The anti-lock brake system cannotprevent accidents resulting fromexcessive speeds.

• On loose or uneven road surfaces,operation of the anti-lock brakesystem may result in a longer stop-ping distance than for vehiclesequipped with a conventionalbrake system.

✽✽ NOTICE• If the ABS warning light is on and

stays on, you may have a problemwith the ABS system. In this case,however, your regular brakes willwork normally.

• The ABS warning light will stayon for approximately 3 secondsafter the ignition switch is ON.During that time, the ABS will gothrough self-diagnosis and thelight will go off if everything isnormal. If the light stays on, youmay have a problem with yourABS system. Contact an author-ized Kia dealer as soon as possible.

✽✽ NOTICE• When you drive on a road having

poor traction, such as an icy road,and operate your brakes continu-ously, the ABS will be active con-tinuously and the ABS warninglight may illuminate. Pull your carover to a safe place and stop theengine.

• Restart the engine. If the ABSwarning light is off, then yourABS system is normal. Otherwise,you may have a problem with theABS. Contact an authorized Kiadealer as soon as possible.

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✽✽ NOTICEWhen you jump start your vehiclebecause of a drained battery, theengine may not run as smoothly andthe ABS warning light may turn onat the same time. This happensbecause of the low battery voltage. Itdoes not mean your ABS is malfunc-tioning.• Do not pump your brakes!• Have the battery recharged before

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Power steeringPower Steering uses energy from theengine to assist you in steering thevehicle. If the engine is off or if thepower steering system becomesinoperative, the vehicle may still besteered, but it will require increasedsteering effort.Should you notice any change in theeffort required to steer during normalvehicle operation, have the powersteering checked by an AuthorizedKia Dealer.

✽✽ NOTICE• Never hold the steering wheel

against a stop (extreme right orleft turn) for more than 5 secondswith the engine running. Holdingthe steering wheel for more than 5seconds in either position maycause damage to the power steer-ing pump.

• If the power steering drive beltbreaks or if the power steeringpump malfunctions, the steeringeffort will greatly increase.

✽✽ NOTICEIf the vehicle is parked for extendedperiods outside in cold weather(below -10°C/14°F), the power steer-ing may require increased effortwhen the engine is first started. Thisis caused by increased fluid viscositydue to the cold weather and does notindicate a malfunction.When this happens, increase theengine RPM by depressing accelera-tor until the RPM reaches 1,500 rpmthen release or let the engine idle fortwo or three minutes to warm up thefluid.

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Tilt steering (if equipped)A tilt steering wheel allows you toadjust the steering wheel before youdrive.You can also raise it to thehighest level to give your legs moreroom when you exit and enter thevehicle.

The steering wheel should be posi-tioned so that it is comfortable foryou to drive, while permitting you tosee the instrument panel warninglights and gauges. To change the steering wheel angle,

pull down (➀) the lock release lever,adjust the steering wheel to thedesired angle (➁), then pull up thelock-release lever to lock the steeringwheel in place.Be sure to adjust the steering wheelto the desired position before driving.


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HornTo sound the horn, press the hornsymbol on your steering wheel.Check the horn regularly to be sure itoperates properly.

CAUTION - Horn• To sound the horn, press the

area indicated by the hornsymbol on your steeringwheel (see illustration). Thehorn will operate only whenthis area is pressed.

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The cruise control system allows youto program the vehicle to maintain aconstant speed without resting yourfoot on the accelerator pedal.With cruise control, you can set andautomatically maintain any speed ofbetween 40 km/h (24 mph) and 160 km/h (96 mph).

To set cruise control speed:1. Push the CRUISE ON-OFF button

on the steering wheel, to turn thesystem on. The CRUISE indicatorlight in the instrument cluster willilluminate.

2. Accelerate to the desired speed,which must be more than 40 km/h(24 mph) and less than 160 km/h(96 mph).

CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING - Cruise control

Do not use the cruise controlfeature under the following con-ditions:• Heavy or unsteady traffic• Slippery or winding roads• Situations that involve varying

speeds

WARNINGIf the cruise control is left on,(CRUISE indicator light in theinstrument cluster illuminated)the cruise control can beswitched on accidentally. Keepthe cruise control system off(CRUISE indicator light OFF)when cruise control is not inuse.

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3. Push down the SET/COAST switch,and release it at the speed youwant.The “SET” indicator light in theinstrument cluster will illuminate.Release the accelerator at thesame time. The desired speed willautomatically be maintained.

The SET function cannot be activateduntil approximately 2 seconds after theCRUISE ON-OFF button has beenengaged.On a steep grade, the vehicle maymomentarily slow down while goingdownhill.

To cancel cruise control, doone of the following:• Press the brake pedal.• Press the clutch pedal with a manu-

al transaxle or shift into N (Neutral)with an automatic transaxle.

• Pull the CANCEL switch.Each of these actions will cancelcruise control operation (the “SET”indicator light in the instrument clus-ter will go OFF), but it will not turn thesystem off. If you wish to resumecruise control operation, push up theRES/ACC switch located on yoursteering wheel.You will return to yourpreviously preset speed.

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To turn cruise control off, doone of the following:• Push the CRUISE ON-OFF button

(the CRUISE indicator light in theinstrument cluster will go OFF).

• Turn the ignition off.Both of these actions cancel cruisecontrol operation. If you want toresume cruise control operation,repeat the steps provided in “To SetCruise Control Speed” on the previ-ous page.

To increase cruise control setspeed:Follow either of these procedures:• Push up the RES/ACC switch and

hold it. Your vehicle will accelerate.Release the switch at the speed youwant.

• Push up the RES/ACC switch andrelease it immediately. The cruisingspeed will increase 1.6 km/h (1mph) by one touch and will be mem-orized to the reset speed.

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To temporarily accelerate withthe cruise control onIf you want to speed up temporarilywhen the cruise control is on,depress the accelerator pedal.Increased speed will not interferewith cruise control operation orchange the set speed.To return to the set speed, take yourfoot off the accelerator.

To decrease the cruisingspeed:Follow either of these procedures:• Push down the SET/COAST switch

and hold it. Your vehicle will gradu-ally slow down. Release the switchat the speed you want to maintain.

• Push down the SET/COAST switchand release it immediately. Thecruising speed will decrease 1.6km/h (1 mph) by one touch and willbe memorized to the reset speed.

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To resume cruising speed atmore than 40 km/h (24 mph):If any method other than theCRUISE ON-OFF switch was usedto cancel cruising speed and the sys-tem is still activated, the most recentset speed will automatically resumewhen the RES/ACC switch is pushedup.

It will not resume, however, if thevehicle speed has dropped below 40km/h (24 mph).

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The Traction Control System (TCS)helps the vehicle accelerate on slip-pery road surfaces by preventing thedrive wheels from spinning exces-sively. It also provides improved driv-ing force and steering.

TCS operationTCS ON condition

• When the ignition is turnedON, TCS and TCS OFFindicator light illuminate forapproximately 3 seconds,then TCS is turned on.

• Press the TCS OFF buttonto turn TCS off. (TCS OFFindicator will illuminate). Toturn the TCS on, press theTCS OFF button (TCS OFFindicator light will go off).

• When starting the engine,you may hear a slight tick-ing sound. This is the TCSperforming an automaticsystem self-check and doesnot indicate a problem.

When operatingWhen the TCS is in opera-tion, TCS indicator lightblinks.• When the traction control

system is operating prop-erly, you can feel a slightpulsation in the vehicle.This is only the effect ofbrake control and indi-cates nothing unusual.

• When moving out of mudor driving on a slipperyroad, pressing the accel-erator pedal may notcause the engine rpm(revolutions per minute) toincrease.

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TCS operation offTCS OFF state

• To cancel TCS operation,press the TCS OFF button(TCS OFF indicator lightilluminates).

• If the ignition switch isturned to LOCK positionwhen TCS is off, TCSremains off. Upon restart-ing the engine, the TCS willautomatically turn onagain.

Indicator lightWhen ignition switch is turned to ON,the indicator light illuminates, thengoes off if TCS system is operatingnormally.The TCS indicator light blinks when-ever TCS is operating.TCS OFF indicator light comes onwhen either the TCS is turned offwith the button, or TCS malfunctionswhen turned on.

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� TCS indicator light (blinks)

� TCS OFF indicator light (comes on)

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TCS OFF usageWhen driving• It’s a good idea to keep the TCS

turned on for daily driving whenev-er possible.

• To turn TCS off while driving, pressthe TCS OFF button while drivingon a flat road surface.

Never press TCS OFF button whileTCS is operating (TCS indicator lightblinks).If TCS is turned off while TCS isoperating, the vehicle may slip out ofcontrol.

✽✽ NOTICE• When measuring the vehicle speed

with a chassis dynamometer, makesure the TCS is turned off (TCSOFF light illuminated). If the TCSis left on, it may prevent the vehi-cle speed from increasing, andcause a false diagnosis of a faultyspeedometer.

• Turning the TCS off does notaffect ABS or brake system opera-tion.

WARNINGNever press the TCS OFF buttonwhile TCS is operating.If the TCS is turned off whileTCS is operating, the vehiclemay slip out of control.To turn TCS off while driving,press the TCS OFF button whiledriving on a flat road surface.



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The Electronic Stability Program(ESP) monitors information fromvarious vehicle sensors and thencompares the driver's commandswith the actual behavior of thevehicle. If an unstable conditionoccurs - a sudden evasive movementfor example - ESP intervenes withinfractions of a second via the enginecomputer and brake system andattempts to stabilize the vehicle.

ESP operationESP ON condition

• When the ignition is turnedON, ESP and ESP OFFindicator lights illuminatefor approximately 3 sec-onds, then ESP is turnedon.

• Press the ESP OFF buttonfor at least half a secondafter turning the ignitionON to turn ESP off. (ESPOFF indicator will illumi-nate). To turn the ESP on,press the ESP OFF button(ESP OFF indicator lightwill go off).

• When starting the engine,you may hear a slight tick-ing sound. This is the ESPperforming an automaticsystem self-check anddoes not indicate a prob-lem.

When operatingWhen the ESP is in opera-tion, ESP indicator lightblinks.• When the Electronic

Stability Program is oper-ating properly, you can feela slight pulsation in thevehicle. This is only theeffect of brake control andindicates nothing unusual.

• When moving out of themud or slippery road,pressing the acceleratorpedal may not cause theengine rpm (revolutionsper minute) to increase.

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ESP operation offESP OFF state

• To cancel ESP operation,press the ESP OFF button(ESP OFF indicator lightilluminates).

• If the ignition switch isturned to LOCK positionwhen ESP is off, ESPremains off. Upon restart-ing the engine, the ESPwill automatically turn onagain.

Indicator lightWhen ignition switch is turned to ON,the indicator light illuminates, thengoes off if ESP system is operatingnormally.The ESP indicator light blinks when-ever ESP is operating.ESP OFF indicator light comes onwhen either the ESP is turned offwith the button, or ESP malfunctionswhen turned on.

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� ESP indicator light (blinks)

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WARNING - ESPThe Electronic Stability Programsystem is only a driving aid; useprecautions for safe driving byslowing down on curved, snowy,or icy roads. Don’t attempt toaccelerate excessively justbecause the ESP indicator lightis blinking.

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ESP OFF usageWhen driving• It’s a good idea to keep the ESP

turned on for daily driving whenev-er possible.

• To turn ESP off while driving, pressthe ESP OFF button while drivingon a flat road surface.

Never press ESP OFF button whileESP is operating (ESP indicator lightblinks).If ESP is turned off while ESP isoperating, the vehicle may slip out ofcontrol.

✽✽ NOTICE• When measuring the vehicle speed

with a chassis dynamo-meter,make sure the ESP is turned off(ESP OFF light illuminated). Ifthe ESP is left on, it may preventthe vehicle speed from increasing,and cause a false diagnosis of afaulty speedometer.

• Turning the ESP off does notaffect ABS or brake system opera-tion.

WARNING - ESPNever press the ESP OFF buttonwhile ESP is operating.If the ESP is turned off whileESP is operating, the vehiclemay slip out of control.To turn ESP off while driving,press the ESP OFF button whiledriving on a flat road surface.


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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

1. Tachometer

2. Turn signal indicators

3. Speedometer

4. Engine temperature gauge

5. Warning and indicator lights

6. Shift position indicator (Automatic transaxle only)

7. Odometer

8. Tripmeter/Trip computer (if equipped)

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Speedometer The speedometer indicates the for-ward speed of the vehicle.

Tachometer The tachometer indicates theapproximate number of engine revo-lutions per minute (rpm).

Use the tachometer to select the cor-rect shift points and to prevent lug-ging and/or over-revving the engine.The tachometer pointer may moveslightly when the ignition switch is inACC or ON position with the engineOFF. This movement is normal andwill not affect the accuracy of thetachometer once the engine is run-ning.

✽✽ NOTICEDo not operate the engine within thetachometer's RED ZONE.This may cause severe engine dam-age.

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Engine temperature gauge This gauge shows the temperatureof the engine coolant when the igni-tion switch is ON.Do not continue driving with an over-heated engine. If your vehicle over-heats, refer to “Overheating” in theIndex.

✽✽ NOTICEIf the gauge pointer moves beyondthe normal range area toward the“H” position, it indicates overheat-ing that may damage the engine.

Fuel gaugeThe fuel gauge indicates the approx-imate amount of fuel remaining in thefuel tank.Fuel tank capacity :- 58 liters (15.3 gallons)

for 2.0L engine- 65 liters (17.1 gallons)

for 2.7L engineThe fuel gauge is supplemented by alow fuel warning light, which will illu-minate when the fuel level hasdropped to about 9~10 liters (2.4~2.6gallons).

OdometerThe odometer indicates the total dis-tance the vehicle has been driven.

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Tripmeter (trip odometer)You can choose the tripmeter A andtripmeter B by pressing the tripmetermode button.

TRIP A: Tripmeter ATRIP B: Tripmeter BThe tripmeter indicates the distanceof individual trips selected by thedriver. Tripmeter A and B can bereset to 0 by pressing the reset but-ton for 1 second or more, and thenreleasing.

Trip computer (if equipped)The trip computer is a microcomput-er-controlled driver information sys-tem that displays information relatedto driving, including distance traveled("tripmeter"), driving time, averagefuel consumption and distance toempty on the LCD. All stored drivinginformation is reset if the battery isdisconnected.

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ModePush TRIP button to select tripmeter,driving time, average fuel consump-tion and distance to empty functions.Each push of the button changes thedisplay as follows;

Tripmeter (“TRIP” shown on display)This mode indicates the total dis-tance traveled since the last tripme-ter reset.The meter's working range is from0.0 to 999.9 km (0.0 to 999.9 miles).Pressing the TRIP button for morethan 1 second, when the tripmeter isbeing displayed, clears the tripmeterto zero.

Driving time (“E/T” shown on display)This mode indicates the total timetraveled since the last driving timereset.Even if the vehicle is not in motion,the driving time keeps going whilethe engine is running.Pressing the TRIP button for morethan 1 second, when the driving timeis being displayed, clears the drivingtime to zero.

Tripmeter

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Average fuel consumption(“AVG.” shown on display)This mode calculates the averagefuel consumption from the total fuelused and the distance since the lastaverage consumption reset. The totalfuel used is calculated from the fuelconsumption input. For an accuratecalculation, drive more than 500 m(0.3 miles).The meter's working range is from0.0 to 99.9 l/100 km (0.0 to 99.9miles per gallon).

Distance to empty (“RANGE”shown on display)This mode indicates the estimateddistance to empty based on the cur-rent fuel in the fuel tank and theamount of fuel delivered to theengine. When the remaining distanceis below 50 km (30 miles), a blinking“----” symbol will be displayed.

✽✽ NOTICE• If the vehicle is not on level ground

or the battery power has beeninterrupted, the “Distance toempty” function may not operatecorrectly.The trip computer may not regis-ter additional fuel if less than 6liters (1.6 gallons) of fuel areadded to the vehicle.

• The fuel consumption and dis-tance to empty values may varysignificantly based on driving con-ditions, driving habits, and condi-tion of the vehicle.

• The distance to empty value is anestimate of the available drivingdistance. This value may differfrom the actual driving distanceavailable.

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Warning lights / audible indi-cators Checking operation All warning lights are checked byturning the ignition switch ON (do notstart the engine). Any light that doesnot illuminate should be checked byan Authorized Kia Dealer.After starting the engine, check tomake sure that all warning lights areoff. If any are still on, this indicates asituation that needs attention. Whenreleasing the parking brake, thebrake system warning light should gooff. The fuel warning light will stay onif the fuel level is low.

Anti-lock brake sys-tem (ABS) warninglight (if equipped) This light illuminates if the key isturned to ON and goes off in approx-imately 3 seconds if the system isoperating normally.If the light stays on, you may have aproblem with your ABS system.Contact an authorized Kia dealer assoon as possible.

Electronic brake forcedistribution (EBD)system warning light (if equipped)If two warning lights illumi-nate at the same timewhile driving, your vehiclehas a problem with ABSand EBD system.

In this case, your ABS system andregular brake system may not worknormally. Have the vehicle checkedby an Authorized Kia Dealer as soonas possible.

WARNINGS AND INDICATORS

WARNING - Brake indica-tors

If the both ABS and Brake warn-ing lights are ON and stay ON,your vehicle’s brake system willnot work normally. You mayexperience an unexpected anddangerous situation during sud-den braking. In this case, avoidhigh speed driving and abruptbraking. Have your vehiclechecked by Authorized KiaDealer as soon as possible.


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Engine oil pressurewarning

This warning light indicates theengine oil pressure is low.If the warning light illuminates whiledriving:1. Drive safely to the side of the road

and stop.2. With the engine off, check the

engine oil level. If the level is low,add oil as required.

If the warning light remains on afteradding oil or if oil is not available, callan Authorized Kia Dealer.

✽✽ NOTICEIf the engine is not stopped immedi-ately, severe damage could result.

Charging system warning

This warning light indicates a mal-function of either the generator orelectrical charging system.If the warning light comes on whilethe vehicle is in motion:1. Drive to the nearest safe location.2. With the engine off, check the gen-

erator drive belt for looseness orbreakage.

3. If the belt is adjusted properly, aproblem exists somewhere in theelectrical charging system. Havean Authorized Kia Dealer correctthe problem as soon as possible.

Safety belt warning

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Shift pattern indicators(if equipped)

The individual indicators illuminate toshow the automatic transaxle shiftlever selection.

Immobilizer indicator (if equipped)

This light illuminates when the immo-bilizer key is inserted and turned tothe ON position to start the engine.At this time, you can start the engine.The light goes out after the engine isrunning. In case this light goes outbefore you start the engine, you mustturn to the LOCK position and restartthe engine.If this light blinks when the ignitionswitch is in the ON position beforestarting the engine, have the systemchecked by an authorized KiaDealer.

Parking brake & brakefluid warning Parking brake warning This light is illuminated when theparking brake is applied with the igni-tion switch in the START or ON posi-tion. The warning light should go offwhen the parking brake is released.

Low brake fluid level warningIf the warning light remains on, it mayindicate that the brake fluid level inthe reservoir is low.If the warning light remains on:1. Drive carefully to the nearest safe

location and stop your vehicle.

2. With the engine stopped, checkthe brake fluid level immediatelyand add fluid as required. Thencheck all brake components forfluid leaks.

3. Do not drive the vehicle if leaksare found, the warning lightremains on or the brakes do notoperate properly. Have it towed toany Authorized Kia Dealer for abrake system inspection and nec-essary repairs.

To check bulb operation, checkwhether the parking brake and brakefluid warning light illuminates whenthe ignition switch is in the ON posi-tion.

WARNINGDriving the vehicle with a warn-ing light on is dangerous. If thebrake warning light remains on,have the brakes checked andrepaired immediately by anAuthorized Kia Dealer.


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Rear hatch openwarning (if equipped)

This warning light comes on whenthe rear hatch/window is not closedsecurely.

Low fuel level warning

This warning light indicates the fueltank is nearly empty. The warninglight will come on when the fuel levelhas dropped to about 9~10 liters(2.4~2.6 gallons). Refuel as soon aspossible.

Door ajar warning

This warning light illuminates when adoor is not closed securely with theignition in any position.

Headlight high beamindicator

This indicator illuminates when theheadlights are on and in the highbeam position or when the turn sig-nal lever is pulled into the Flash-to-Pass position.

Front fog light indica-tor (if equipped)

This light comes on when the frontfog lights are ON.

Malfunction indicatorlamp (MIL) (checkengine light)This indicator light is part of theEngine Control System which moni-tors various emission control systemcomponents. If this light illuminateswhile driving, it indicates that apotential problem has been detectedsomewhere in the emission controlsystem.Generally, your vehicle will continueto be drivable, but have the systemchecked by an authorized Kia Dealerpromptly.

✽✽ NOTICEA loose fuel filler cap may cause theOn Board Diagnostic SystemMalfunction Indicator Light ( ) inthe instrument panel to illuminateunnecessarily. Always make surethat the fuel filler cap is tight.



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Air bag warning (if equipped)

This warning light will illuminate forapproximately 6 seconds each timeyou turn the ignition switch to the ONposition.If this indicator does not go out, or ifit illuminates while the vehicle isbeing driven, see an authorized KiaDealer for immediate service.

Auto cruise indicator(if equipped)CRUISE indicator

The indicator light illuminates whenthe cruise control system is enabled.

SET indicator

The indicator light illuminates whenthe cruise function switch(SET/COAST or RES/ACC) is ON.

CAUTION - Check enginelight

• Prolonged driving with theEmission Control SystemMalfunction Indicator Light ( ) illuminated may causedamage to the emission con-trol systems which couldeffect drivability and/or fueleconomy.

• If the Emission Control SystemMalfunction Indicator Light( ) begins to flash ON andOFF, potential catalytic con-verter damage is possiblewhich could result in loss ofengine power. Have the EngineControl System inspected assoon as possible by an author-ized Kia Dealer.

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TCS indicator (Traction ControlSystem) (if equipped) The TCS indicator will illuminatewhen the ignition switch is turnedON, but should go off after approxi-mately 3 seconds. When the TCS ison, it monitors the driving conditionsand under normal driving conditions,the TCS light will remain off. When aslippery or low traction condition isencountered, the TCS will operate,and the TCS indicator will blink toindicate the TCS is operating.

TCS OFF indicator(if equipped)

The TCS OFF indicator will illuminatewhen the ignition switch is turnedON, but should go off after approxi-mately 3 seconds. To switch to TCSOFF mode, press the TCS OFF but-ton. The TCS OFF indicator will illu-minate indicating the TCS is deacti-vated. If this indicator stays on in theTCS ON mode, the TCS may have amalfunction. Take your car to theauthorized Kia dealer and have thesystem checked.

ESP indicator (Electronic StabilityProgram) (if equipped) The ESP indicator will illuminatewhen the ignition switch is turnedON, but should go off after approxi-mately 3 seconds. When the ESP ison, it monitors the driving conditionsand under normal driving conditions,the ESP light will remain off. When aslippery or low traction condition isencountered, the ESP will operate,and the ESP indicator will blink toindicate the ESP is operating.

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ESP OFF indicator(if equipped)

The ESP OFF indicator will illumi-nate when the ignition switch isturned ON, but should go off afterapproximately 3 seconds. To switchto ESP OFF mode, press the ESPOFF button. The ESP OFF indicatorwill illuminate indicating the ESP isdeactivated. If this indicator stays onin the ESP ON mode, the ESP mayhave a malfunction. Take your car tothe authorized Kia dealer and havethe system checked.

Low washer fluid levelwarning indicator(If equipped) This warning light indicates thewasher fluid reservoir is near empty.Refill the washer fluid as soon aspossible.

4WD system warning (if equipped)

When the key is turned to the “ON”position, the 4WD system warninglight will come on and then go off in afew seconds.

ESPOFF

CAUTIONIf the 4WD system warning light ( ) blinks, this indicates thatthere is a malfunction in the4WD system. If this occurs, haveyour vehicle checked by anAuthorized Kia Dealer as soonas possible.


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4WD LOCK indicatorlight (if equipped)

4WD LOCK indicator light is illumi-nated when the 4WD LOCK button ispushed. The purpose of this 4WDLOCK mode is to increase the drivepower when driving on dry road sur-face, wet pavement, snow-coveredroads and/or off-road. 4WD LOCKindicator light is turned off by push-ing the button once again

Safety belt warning chime If the driver's safety belt is not fas-tened when the ignition key is turnedON or if it is unfastened after the keyis ON, the safety belt warning chimewill sound for approximately 6 sec-onds. At this time, if the safety belt isfastened, the chime will stop at once.

Parking start warning chimeIf you drive over 10 km/h (6.2 mph)with the parking brake applied, theparking start warning chime willsound.

Key reminder warning chimeIf the driver’s door is opened whilethe ignition key is left in the ignitionswitch, the key reminder warningchime will sound. This is to preventyou from locking your keys in thevehicle.

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To operate compass featureThe vehicle compass is a convenientfeature which displays the directionthe vehicle is heading.Push the ON/OFF button (➀) onlower part of mirror to display thedirection the vehicle is heading.Pushing the ON/OFF button (➀)again will turn off the display.

Heading display (➁) - E : East - W : West - S : South - N : Northex) NE : North East

Calibration procedureThe compass may not indicate thecorrect compass direction when youare driving in certain areas (tunnel,parking garage, underground park-ing lot, near transformer substation,etc.), and the following may occur:• The display read "C".• The compass headings become

inaccurate.• The compass heading doesn't

change when the vehicle changesdirection.

• Some compass headings are notdisplayed.

• The compass headings are inaccu-rate in long distance driving.

The compass will automatically re-calibrate itself while you drive yourevery day route, after the systemtracks the vehicle has completedthree complete circles.

If the vehicle's compass headingsbecome inaccurate continuously, thecompass should be manually cali-brated as follows:1) Move the vehicle away from any

large steel structures or powergenerating cables or equipment.

2) Turn on the compass by pressingthe ON/OFF button.

3) Check the zone number by press-ing the ON/OFF button for 6~9seconds until the current zonenumber appears in the display. Tore-calibrate, hold the ON/OFF but-ton for more than 9 seconds untilC is displayed.If the zone number is different foryour country, set the correct zonenumber referring to "Setting thecompass zone" and perform the"Calibration procedure" again.

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4) Make sure the vehicle windshieldwipers are turned off.

5) Drive your vehicle in at least 2complete (either clockwise orcounter-clockwise) circles at lessthan 5 mph (8 km/h) until the com-pass heading appears. Driving ina circle in right-handed directionand opposite direction is possibleand if possible, stop the wiperoperation.

6) If the vehicle's compass headingsbecome inaccurate again, repeatsteps 1 through 6 above.

✽✽ NOTICEIf new vehicle is first driven or if thebattery has been disconnected, dothe calibration procedure as above.

Setting the compass zoneThis compass must be set to com-pensate for the variation betweentrue north and magnetic north. To setvariation:1. Find your current location and

variance zone number on the zonemap.

2. Press and hold the ON/OFF but-ton for 6~9 seconds. The currentzone number will appear in thedisplay.

3. Release and press the ON/OFFbutton until the new zone numberappears in the display. After youstop pressing the button in, thedisplay will show a compass direc-tion within a few seconds.

✽✽ NOTICE1. Do not install a ski rack, antenna,

etc. that are attached to the vehi-cle using a magnet as anythingattached to the roof of the vehiclewith a magnet will effect compassoperation.

2. If the compass deviates from thecorrect indication soon afterrepeated adjustment, have thecompass checked at an authorizeddealer.

3. The compass may not indicate thecorrect compass point in tunnelsor while driving up or down asteep hill.(The compass returns to the cor-rect compass point when the vehi-cle moves to an area where thegeomagnetism is stabilized.)



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Battery saver function • The purpose of this feature is to

prevent the battery from being dis-charged. The system automaticallyturns off the headlights and park-ing lights when the driver removesthe ignition key and opens the driv-er- side door.

• With this feature, the parklight willbe turned off automatically if thedriver parks on the side of road atnight.

If necessary, to keep the lights onwhen the ignition key is removed,perform the following :1) Open the driver-side door.2) Turn the parklights OFF and ON

again using the light switch on thesteering column.

Lighting control The light switch has a Headlight anda Parklight position.To operate the lights, turn the knob atthe end of the control lever to one ofthe following positions:➀ OFF position➁ Parklight position➂ Headlight position

Parklight position ( )When the light switch is in the park-light position (1st position), the tail,position, license and instrumentpanel lights are ON.

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Headlight position ( )When the light switch is in the head-light position (2nd position) the head,tail, position, license and instrumentpanel lights are ON.

High - beam operation To turn on the high beam headlights,push the lever forward.The high-beam indicator will lightwhen the headlight high beams areswitched on.To prevent the battery from beingdischarged, do not leave the lightson for a prolonged time while theengine is not running.

Flashing headlights To flash the headlights, pull the levertowards you. It will return to the nor-mal (low-beam) position whenreleased. The headlight switch doesnot need to be on to use this flashingfeature.

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Turn signals ( )The ignition switch must be on for theturn signals to function. To turn onthe turn signals, move the lever up ordown. Green arrow indicators on theinstrument panel indicate which turnsignal is operating. They will self-cancel after a turn is completed. Ifthe indicator continues to flash aftera turn, manually return the lever tothe OFF position.

Lane change signals ( )To signal a lane change, move theturn signal lever slightly and hold it inposition. The lever will return to theOFF position when released.If an indicator stays on and does notflash or if it flashes abnormally, oneof the turn signal bulbs may beburned out and will require replace-ment.

✽✽ NOTICEIf an indicator flash is abnormallyquick or slow, bulb may be burnedout or have a poor electrical con-nection in the circuit.

Front fog light (if equipped) Fog lights are used to provideimproved visibility and avoid acci-dents when visibility is poor due tofog, rain or snow etc. The fog lightswill turn on when fog light switch (➀)is turned to ON after the headlight isturned on.To turn off the fog lights, turn theswitch to OFF.

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✽✽ NOTICEWhen in operation, the fog lightsconsume large amounts of vehicleelectrical power. Only use the foglights when visibility is poor.Unnecessary battery and generatordrain could occur if the fog lightsare used excessively.

Daytime running light (if equipped)Daytime Running Lights (DRL) canmake it easier for others to see thefront of your vehicle during the day.DRL can be helpful in many differentdriving conditions, and it is especial-ly helpful after dawn and before sun-set.The DRL system will make yourhigh-beam headlights turn OFFwhen:1. The head light switch is ON.2. The parking brake engaged.3. Engine stops.


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Windshield wipers Operates as follows when the igni-tion switch is turned ON.OFF : Wiper is not in operationINT : Wiper operates intermittently

at the same wiping intervals.Use this mode in a light rain ormist. To vary the speed set-ting, turn the speed controlknob(➀). (S : slow operation,F: fast operation)

LO : Normal wiper speedHI : Fast wiper speed

: For a single wiping cycle, pushthe lever forward and release itwith the lever in the OFF posi-tion. The wipers will operatecontinuously if the lever ispushed upward and held.

✽✽ NOTICEBefore using the windshield wiperswhen there is a heavy accumulationof snow or ice on the windshield,defrost the windshield for about 10minutes, or until the snow or ice isremoved. This will help ensureproper windshield wiper operation.

Variable intermittent wipersSet the lever to the INT position andchoose the desired wiper interval byturning the ring(➀).

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One - touch wiper For a single wiping cycle, push thelever upward and release it with thelever in the OFF position.The wipers will operate continuouslyif the lever is pushed upward andheld.

✽✽ NOTICE• To prevent possible damage to the

wipers or windshield, do not oper-ate the wipers when the wind-shield is dry.

• To prevent damage to the wiperblades, do not use gasoline,kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them.

• To prevent damage to the wiperarms and other components, donot attempt to move the wipersmanually. Windshield washers

In the OFF position, pull the levergently toward you to spray washerfluid on the windshield and to run thewipers 2-3 cycles.Use this function when the wind-shield is dirty.The spray and wiper operation willcontinue until you release the lever.

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If the washer does not work, checkthe washer fluid level. If the fluid levelis not sufficient, you will need to addappropriate non-abrasive windshieldwasher fluid to the washer reservoir.The reservoir filler neck is located inthe front of the engine compartmenton the passenger side.

✽✽ NOTICETo prevent possible damage to thewasher pump, do not operate thewasher when the fluid reservoir isempty.

Rear window wiper and wash-er switch (if equipped)The rear window wiper and washerswitch is located at the end of thewiper and washer switch lever. Turnthe switch to desired position tooperate the rear wiper and washer.If the rear hatch window is open( ), the rear wiper will not oper-ate. Check the rear hatch windowwarning light in the instrument clus-ter, and make sure the rear hatchwindow is closed completely.

- Spraying washer fluid and wip-ing

OFF - Wiper is not in operationINT - Intermittent wiper operation ON - Normal wiper opertion

- Spraying washer fluid and wip-ing

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WARNING - Windshieldwasher

Do not use the washer in freez-ing temperatures without firstwarming the windshield with thedefrosters; the washer solutioncould freeze on contact with thewindshield and obscure yourvision.



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The defroster heats the window toremove frost, fog and thin ice fromthe interior and exterior of the rearwindow, while engine is running.

✽✽ NOTICE• To prevent damage to the conduc-

tors bonded to the inside surfaceof the rear window, never usesharp instruments or windowcleaners containing abrasives toclean the window.

• To prevent the battery from beingdischarged, the rear windowdefroster will only operate whenthe engine is running.

• If you want to defrost and defogon the front windshield, refer to“Windshield Defrosting andDefogging” in this section.

To activate the rear windowdefroster, press the rear windowdefroster button located in the centerconsole switch panel. The indicatoron the rear window defroster buttonilluminates when the defroster is ON.If there is heavy accumulation ofsnow on the rear window, brush it offbefore operating the rear defroster.

The rear window defroster automati-cally turns off after 20 minutes orwhen the ignition switch is turned off.To turn off the defroster, press therear window defroster button again.

Outside mirror heater (if equipped)There is no control button for the out-side mirror heater, instead the out-side mirror heater automaticallyturns on when the rear windowdefroster is turned on.

Front windshield deicer(if equipped)There is no control button for thefront windshield deicer, instead thefront windshield deicer automaticallyturns on when the rear windowdefroster is turned on.

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The hazard warning flasher causesthe rear tail lights and front turn sig-nal lights to flash on and off, whichserves as a warning to other driversto exercise caution when approach-ing or passing your vehicle.To activate the flasher, depress thehazard warning flasher switch. Thisswitch operates in any ignition switchposition.To turn the flashers off, depress theswitch again.

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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

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Fan speed control knob The ignition switch must be in the ONposition for fan operation.The fan speed control knob allowsyou to control the fan speed of the airflowing from the ventilation system.To change the fan speed, turn theknob to the right for higher speed orleft for lower speed.Setting the mode selection knob tothe OFF position turns off the fan.

Temperature control knobThe temperature control knob allowsyou to control the temperature of theair flowing from the ventilation sys-tem.To change the air temperature inthe passenger compartment, turnthe knob to the right for warm andhot air or left for cooler air.

Mode selection knob The mode selection knob controlsthe direction of the air flow throughthe ventilation system.The steps (•) between the air flow posi-tions adjust the direction of the air flowto the middle position.

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MAX/ A/C position When you select the MAXA/C mode while the fanspeed is on, the followingsystem settings will bemade automatically;• the air conditioning sys-

tem will be turned on.• the recirculated air posi-

tion will be selected.• the face mode will be

selected.If you select MAX A/Cmode, you will not be ableto cancel the A/C systemoperation, or change therecirculated air mode posi-tion.Set the fan speed controlknob to the desired speedand rotate the tempera-ture control knob to theextreme left position formaximum cooling.(outlet port: , )1KMB2134 B E

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Face position Air flow is directed towardthe upper body and face.Additionally, each outletcan be controlled to directthe air discharged fromthe outlet.(outlet port: , )

Face - floor position Air flow is directedtowards the face and thefloor. The air to the floor iswarmer than the air to theface (except when thetemperature control is setto the extreme cold posi-tion).(outlet port: , , , )

OFF position The climate control sys-tem is turned off.

Floor position Most of the air flow isdirected to the floor, with asmall amount of the airbeing directed to the wind-shield and side windowdefroster.(outlet port: , , , , )

Floor - defrost position Most of the air flow isdirected to the floor andthe windshield with asmall amount directed tothe side windowdefrosters.(outlet port: , , , , )

Defrost position Most of the air flow isdirected to the windshieldwith a small amount of airdirected to the side win-dow defrosters.(outlet port: , , )

Instrument panel ventsIf air flow control is not satisfactory,check the instrument panel vents.The outlet port ( , ) can be openedor closed separately using the hori-zontal thumbwheel. To close thevent, rotate it left to the maximumposition. To open the vent, rotate itright to the desired position.Also, you can adjust the direction ofair delivery from these vents usingthe vent control lever as shown.

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Air intake control button This is used to select outside (fresh)air position or recirculated air posi-tion.To change the air intake control posi-tion, push the control button.

Recirculated air position The indicator light on thebutton is illuminated whenthe recirculated air posi-tion is selected.With the recirculated airposition selected, air frompassenger compartmentwill be drawn through theheating system and heat-ed or cooled according tothe function selected.

Outside (fresh) air position The indicator light on thebutton is not illuminatedwhen the outside (fresh)air position is selected.With the outside (fresh) airposition selected, airenters the vehicle fromoutside and is heated orcooled according to thefunction selected.

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It should be noted that prolongedoperation of the heating in recir-culated air position will cause fog-ging of the windshield and sidewindows and the air within thepassenger compartment willbecome stale.In addition, prolonged use of theair conditioning with the “recircu-lated air position” selected, willresult in excessively dry air in thepassenger compartment.

Air conditioning button (if equipped) Push the A/C button to turn the airconditioning system on (indicatorlight will illuminate). Push the buttonagain to turn the air conditioning sys-tem off.

WARNING - Recirculatedair

• Continued climate controlsystem operation in the recir-culated air position may allowhumidity to increase insidevehicle which may fog theglass and obscure visibility.

• Continued climate controlsystem operation in the recir-culated air position can resultin somewhat reduced oxygenlevels, causing drowsiness orsleepiness, and loss of vehiclecontrol. Set the air intake con-trol to the outside (fresh) airposition as much as possiblewhile driving.

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System operationVentilation1. Set the mode to the position.2. Set the air intake control to the

outside (fresh) air position.3. Set the temperature control to the

desired position.4. Set the fan speed control to the

desired speed.

Heating1. Set the mode to the position.2. Set the air intake control to the



desired speed.5. If dehumidified heating is desired,

turn the air conditioning system (ifequipped) on.

• If cool air is desired at face level forbi-level operation, set the mode tothe position.

• If the windshield fogs up, set themode to the , position.

Air conditioning (if equipped) All Kia Air Conditioning Systems arefilled with environmentally friendly R-134a refrigerant which is not dam-aging to the ozone layer.1. Start the engine. Push the air con-

ditioning button.2. Set the mode to the position.3. Set the air intake control to the

outside air or recirculated air posi-tion.

4. Set the temperature control knobto the desired position.

5. Set the fan speed control to thedesired speed.

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• When maximum cooling is desired,set the temperature control to theextreme left position, set the airintake control to the recirculated airposition, then set the fan speedcontrol to the highest speed.

✽✽ NOTICE• When using the air conditioning

system, monitor the temperaturegauge closely while driving uphills or in heavy traffic when out-side temperatures are high. Airconditioning system operationmay cause engine overheating.Continue to use the blower fan butturn the air conditioning systemoff if the temperature gauge indi-cates engine overheating.

• When opening the windows inhumid weather air conditioningmay create water droplets insidethe vehicle. Since excessive waterdroplets may cause damage toelectrical equipment, air condi-tioning should only be run withthe windows closed.

Air conditioning system oper-ation tips • If the vehicle has been parked in

direct sunlight during hot weather,open the windows for a short timeto let the hot air inside the vehicleescape.

• To help reduce moisture inside ofwindows on rainy humid days,decrease the humidity inside thevehicle by operating the air condi-tioning system.

• During air conditioning systemoperation, you may occasionallynotice a slight change in enginespeed at idle as the air condition-ing compressor cycles on. This isa normal system operation charac-teristics.

• Use the air conditioning systemevery month if only for a few min-utes to ensure maximum systemperformance.

• When using the air conditioningsystem, you may notice clear waterdripping (or even pudding) on theground under the passenger sideof the vehicle. This is a normal sys-tem operation characteristics.

• The air conditioning systemincludes a function that automati-cally turns the air conditioningcompressor off if engine coolanttemperature approaches an overheating level. The air conditioningcompressor operation will resumeonce engine coolant temperaturereturns to the normal range. Also,the air conditioning compressor isautomatically turned off for a fewseconds when the accelerator isfully depressed (wide open throt-tle).

• When operating the air condition-ing system use the outside (fresh)air position.

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Checking the amount of airconditioner refrigerant andcompressor lubricantWhen the amount of refrigerant islow, the performance of the air con-ditioning is reduced. Overfilling alsohas a bad influence on the air condi-tioning system.Therefore, if abnormal operation isfound, have the system inspected byan authorized Kia dealer.

✽✽ NOTICEWhen the performance of the airconditioning system is reduced it isimportant that the correct type andamount of oil and refrigerant isused. Otherwise, damage to thecompressor and abnormal systemoperation may occur.

CAUTION The air conditioner refrigerantcontainer is highly pressurized.Therefore it should be servicedby an authorized Kia dealer.Improper service may causeserious injury.


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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

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1. Temperature control knob2. A/C display3. Fan speed control knob4. AUTO (automatic control) button5. Mode selection button6. Air conditioning button7. Front windshield defrost button8. Rear window defrost button9. Air intake control button

(or recirculated air position button)10. Air quality control button

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Automatic operationThe automatic climate control sys-tem is controlled by simply settingthe desired temperature.The Full Automatic TemperatureControl (FATC) system automaticallycontrols the heating and cooling sys-tem as follows;

1. Push the AUTO button. It is indi-cated by AUTO on the display. Themodes, fan speeds, air intake andair-conditioning will be controlledautomatically by temperature set-ting.

2. Turn the TEMP knob to set thedesired temperature.If the temperature is set to thelowest setting Lo (17°C/62°F), theair conditioning system will oper-ate continuously.

3. To turn the automatic operationoff, press any button except tem-perature control knob and AQSbutton. If you press the modeselection button, air-conditioningbutton, defrost button, air intakecontrol button or fan speed knob,the selected function will be con-trolled manually while other func-tions operate automatically.

Regardless of the temperature set-ting, when using automatic opera-tion, the air conditioning system willautomatically turn on to decrease thehumidity inside the vehicle, even ifthe temperature is set to warm.

✽✽ NOTICENever place anything over the sen-sor located on the instrument panelto ensure better control of the heat-ing and cooling system.

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Manual operation The heating and cooling system canbe controlled manually as well bypushing buttons other than the AUTObutton. In this case, the systemworks sequentially according to theorder of buttons selected.When pressing any button exceptAUTO button while automatic opera-tion, the functions of the buttons notselected will be controlled automati-cally.Press the AUTO button in order toconvert to full automatic control ofthe system.

Temperature control knobThe temperature will increase to themaximum HI (32°C/90°F) by turningthe knob to the right extremely.The temperature will decrease to theminimum Lo (17°C/62°F) by turningthe knob to the left extremely.When turning the knob, the tempera-ture will increase or decrease by0.5°C/1°F.When set to the lowest tem-perature setting, the air conditioningwill operate continuously.

Temperature conversionIf the battery has been discharged ordisconnected, the temperature modewill reset to display in Fahrenheitdegrees.This is a normal system operationand you can switch the temperatureswitch to display Fahrenheit toCentigrade as follows:While depressing the AUTO button,depress the OFF button for 3 sec-onds or more. The display willchange from Centigrade toFahrenheit, or from Fahrenheit toCentigrade.

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Fan speed control knobThe fan speed can be set to thedesired speed by turning the fanspeed control knob.The higher the fan speed is, themore air is delivered.Pressing the OFF button turns off thefan.

Air intake control button This is used to select outside (fresh)air position or recirculated air posi-tion.To change the air intake control posi-tion, push the control button.

Recirculated air positionThe indicator light on thebutton is illuminated whenthe recirculated air posi-tion is selected.With the recirculated airposition selected, air frompassenger compartmentwill be drawn through theheating system and heat-ed or cooled according tothe function selected.1KMA2145 1KMB2144


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Outside (fresh) air positionThe indicator light on thebutton is not illuminatedwhen the outside (fresh)air position is selected.With the outside (fresh) airposition selected, airenters the vehicle fromoutside and is heated orcooled according to thefunction selected.

It should be noted that prolongedoperation of the heating in recir-culated air position will cause fog-ging of the windshield and sidewindows and the air within thepassenger compartment willbecome stale.In addition, prolonged use of theair conditioning with the “recircu-lated air position” selected, willresult in excessively dry air in thepassenger compartment.

WARNING - Recirculatedair

• Continued climate controlsystem operation in the recir-culated air position may allowhumidity to increase insidevehicle which may fog theglass and obscure visibility.

• Continued climate controlsystem operation in the recir-culated air position can resultin somewhat reduced oxygenlevels, causing drowsiness orsleepiness, and loss of vehiclecontrol. Set the air intake con-trol to the outside (fresh) airposition as much as possiblewhile driving.



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Air quality control system(if equipped)The air inflow from outside vehiclecan be automatically controlled.Press the button to activate the airquality control system.When using AQS mode, AQS(AirQuality Control System) automatical-ly senses outdoor air pollutants andminimizes them from entering thevehicle, however, unpleasant or foulodors that might be present may stillbe noticeable within the vehicle.

To deactivate the system;• press the button again.• press the air intake button.• press the AUTO button.• set the mode to the ( ) or ( )

position (when the defogging logicis activated).

• set the temperature control to thelowest setting (Lo) or the highestsetting (HI) position while the sys-tem is in automatic operation (indi-cator light in the AUTO button isilluminated).

• press the OFF button.

CAUTION - Fogging• Prolonged driving with the

“Air Quality Control System”ON will cause fogging insidethe vehicle.

• To defrost inside the vehicle,press the button or set theair intake button to the outsideposition.

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Mode selection button The mode selection button controlsthe direction of the air flow throughthe ventilation system.

The air flow outlet port is convertedas follows:

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Face position Air flow is directed towardthe upper body and face.Additionally, each outletcan be controlled to directthe air discharged from theoutlet. (outlet port: , )

Face - floor position Air flow is directed towardsthe face and the floor. Theair to the floor is warmerthan the air to the face(except when the temper-ature control is set to theextreme cold position).(outlet port: , , , )

Floor position Most of the air flow isdirected to the floor, with asmall amount of the airbeing directed to the wind-shield and side windowdefroster.(outlet port: , , , , )

Floor - defrost position Most of the air flow isdirected to the floor andthe windshield with a smallamount directed to theside window defrosters.(outlet port: , , , , )

Defrost button Most of the air flow is directed to thewindshield with a small amount of airdirected to the side windowdefrosters. (outlet port: , , )

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Instrument panel ventsIf air flow control is not satisfactory,check the instrument panel vents.The outlet port ( , ) can be openedor closed separately using the hori-zontal thumbwheel. To close thevent, rotate it left to the maximumposition. To open the vent, rotate itright to the desired position.Also, you can adjust the direction ofair delivery from these vents usingthe vent control lever as shown.

Air conditioning button Push the A/C button to turn the airconditioning system on (indicatorlight will illuminate).Push the button again to turn the airconditioning system off.

OFF buttonPush the OFF button to turn off theair climate control system. Howeveryou can still operate the mode andair intake buttons as long as the igni-tion switch is ON.

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Outside tempmeter The current outer temperature is dis-played in 1°C (2°F) where the tem-perature range is between -40°C ~60°C (-40°F~140°F).Press and hold the OFF and AUTObuttons simultaneously for about 3~5seconds to change the display fromCelsius to Fahrenheit. Repeat theprocedure to switch the outside tem-perature display back to the previousstate.

System operationVentilation1. Set the mode to the position.2. Set the air intake control to the



desired speed.

Heating1. Set the mode to the position.2. Set the air intake control to the



desired speed.5. If dehumidified heating is desired,

turn the air conditioning systemon.

• If cool air is desired at face level forbi-level operation, set the mode tothe position.

• If the windshield fogs up, set themode to the , position.

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Air conditioning All Kia Air Conditioning Systems arefilled with environmentally friendly R-134a refrigerant which is not dam-aging to the ozone layer.1. Start the engine. Push the air con-

ditioning button.2. Set the mode to the position.3. Set the air intake control to the

outside air or recirculated air posi-tion.

4. Set the temperature control to thedesired position.

5. Set the fan speed control to thedesired speed.

6. Adjust the fan speed control andtemperature control to maintainmaximum comfort.

• If warmer air is desired at floorlevel for bi-level operation, set themode to the position andadjust the temperature control tomaintain maximum comfort.

• When maximum cooling isdesired, set the temperature con-trol to the minimum Lo(17°C/62°F) and set the air intaketo the recirculated air position,then set the fan speed control tothe highest speed.

✽✽ NOTICEWhen using the air conditioning sys-tem, monitor the temperature gaugeclosely while driving up hills or inheavy traffic when outside tempera-tures are high. Air conditioning sys-tem operation may cause engineoverheating. Continue to use theblower fan but turn the air condi-tioning system off if the temperaturegauge indicates engine overheating.



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Air conditioning system oper-ation tips • If the vehicle has been parked in

direct sunlight during hot weather,open the windows for a short timeto let the hot air inside the vehicleescape.

• To help reduce moisture inside ofwindows on rainy humid days,decrease the humidity inside thevehicle by operating the air condi-tioning system.

• During air conditioning systemoperation, you may occasionallynotice a slight change in enginespeed at idle as the air condition-ing compressor cycles on. This isa normal system operating charac-teristic.

• Use the air conditioning systemevery month if only for a few min-utes to ensure maximum systemperformance.

• When using the air conditioningsystem, you may notice clear waterdripping (or even pudding) on theground under the passenger sideof the vehicle. This is a normal sys-tem operating characteristic.

• The air conditioning systemincludes a function that automati-cally turns the air conditioningcompressor off if engine coolanttemperature approaches an overheating level. The air conditioningcompressor operation will resumeonce engine coolant temperaturereturns to the normal range. Also,the air conditioning compressor isautomatically turned off for a fewseconds when the accelerator isfully depressed (wide open throt-tle).

• When operating the air condition-ing system use the outside (fresh)air position.

• Operating the air conditioning sys-tem in the recirculated air positiondoes provide maximum cooling,however, continual operation in thismode may cause the air inside thevehicle to become stale.


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Checking the amount of airconditioner refrigerant andcompressor lubricantWhen the amount of refrigerant islow, the performance of the air con-ditioning is reduced. Overfilling alsohas a bad influence on the air condi-tioning system.Therefore, if abnormal operation isfound, have the system inspected byan authorized Kia dealer.

✽✽ NOTICEWhen the performance of the airconditioning system is reduced it isimportant that the correct type andamount of oil and refrigerant isused. Otherwise, damage to thecompressor and abnormal systemoperation may occur.

CAUTION The air conditioner refrigerantcontainer is highly pressurized.Therefore it should be servicedby an authorized Kia dealer.Improper service may causeserious injury.



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Manual climate control systemTo defog inside windshield 1. Select any fan speed.2. Select desired temperature.3. Select the or position.4. The outside (fresh) air position is

automatically selected.If the outside (fresh) air position isnot selected automatically, press thecorresponding button manually.

To defrost outside windshield 1. Set the fan speed to the highest

(extreme right) position.2. Set the temperature to the

extreme hot position.3. Select the position.4. The outside (fresh) air position is

automatically selected.

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Automatic climate control sys-temTo defog inside windshield 1. Select desired fan speed.2. Select desired temperature.3. Press the defrost button ( ).4. The outside (fresh) air position is

automatically selected.If the outside (fresh) air position arenot selected automatically, press thecorresponding button manually.

To defrost outside windshield 1. Set fan speed to the highest

(extreme right) position.2. Set temperature to the extreme

hot (HI) position.3. Press the defrost button ( ).4. The outside (fresh) air position is

automatically selected.

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• For maximum defrosting, set thetemperature control to the extremeright/hot position and the fan speedcontrol to the highest speed.

• If warm air to the floor is desiredwhile defrosting or defogging, setthe mode to the floor-defrost posi-tion.

• Before driving, clear all snow andice from the windshield, rear win-dow, outside rear view mirrors, andall side windows.

• Clear all snow and ice from thehood and air inlet in the cowl grill toimprove heater and defroster effi-ciency and to reduce the probabili-ty of fogging up inside of the wind-shield.

Defogging logicManual climate control systemTo reduce the probability of foggingup the inside of the windshield, theair intake control is set to the outside(fresh) air position automatically ifany of following occur.• The mode is selected to the ,

or while the system isactivated.

• The ignition switch is turned onwhile the mode is selected to the

, or .• The ignition switch is turned off.• The fan is off.• The fan begins to be operated.Press the air intake control button toselect the recirculated air positionwhile the ignition switch is on.

How to cancel or return defogginglogic of manual climate control system1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”

position.2. Turn the mode selection knob to

the defrost position ( ).3. Push the air intake control button

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The indicator light in the air intakecontrol button will blink 3 times at 0.5second intervals. This indicates thatthe defogging logic is canceled orhas returned to the programmedcondition.

If the battery has been discharged ordisconnected, the defog logic is resetto the original condition.

Automatic climate control systemTo reduce the probability of foggingup inside of the windshield, the airintake control is set to outside (fresh)air position automatically if any of fol-lowing occur.• The ignition switch is turned on

while the mode is selected to the, , .

• The OFF button is pushed.• The mode is selected to the ,

or position.Press the air intake control button toselect the recirculated air positionwhile the ignition switch is on.

How to cancel or return defogginglogic of automatic climate control sys-tem1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”

position.2. Select the defrost position press-

ing defrost button ( ).3. While holding the air conditioning

button (A/C) pressed, press the airintake control button ( ) at least5 times within 3 seconds.

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Fuel requirements / 5-2Emission control system / 5-3Before driving / 5-5Suggestions for economical operation / 5-6Special driving conditions / 5-8Using four-wheel drive / 5-14Weight of the vehicle / 5-32Trailer towing / 5-33Overloading / 5-40

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FUEL REQUIREMENTSGasoline engine (unleaded)Your new Kia vehicle is designed touse only unleaded fuel with a mini-mum Octane Rating of 87 Anti-Knock Index (AKI).

✽✽ NOTICENEVER USE LEADED FUEL. Theuse of leaded fuel is detrimental tothe catalytic converter and willdamage the engine control system’soxygen sensor and affect emissioncontrol.Never add any fuel system cleaningagents to the fuel tank other thanwhat Kia has specified. (Consult anAuthorized Kia Dealer for details.)

Gasoline containing alcoholand methanolGasohol, a mixture of gasoline andethanol (also known as grain alco-hol), and gasoline or gasohol con-taining methanol (also known aswood alcohol) are being marketedalong with or instead of leaded orunleaded gasoline.Do not use gasohol containing morethan 10% ethanol, and do not usegasoline or gasohol containing anymethanol. Either of these fuels maycause drivability problems and dam-age to the fuel system.Discontinue using gasohol of anykind if drivability problems occur.

Vehicle damage or driveability prob-lems may not be covered by themanufacturer’s warranty if they resultfrom the use of:1. Gasohol containing more than

10% ethanol.2. Gasoline or gasohol containing

methanol.3. Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol.

✽✽ NOTICENever use gasohol which containsmethanol. Discontinue use of anygasohol product which impairs dri-vability.

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMThe emission control system of yourvehicle is covered by a written limitedwarranty. Please see the warrantyinformation contained in theWarranty & Consumer InformationManual in your vehicle.

Vehicle modifications This vehicle should not be modified.Modification of your Kia could affectits performance, safety or durabilityand may even violate governmentalsafety and emissions regulations.In addition, damage or performanceproblems resulting from any modifi-cation may not be covered underwarranty.

Engine exhaust gas precau-tions (carbon monoxide)

• Carbon monoxide can be presentwith other exhaust fumes.Therefore, if you smell exhaustfumes of any kind inside your vehi-cle, have it inspected and repairedimmediately. If you ever suspectexhaust fumes are coming intoyour vehicle, drive it only with allthe windows fully open. Have yourvehicle checked and repairedimmediately.

• Do not operate the engine in con-fined or closed areas (such asgarages) any more than what isnecessary to move the vehicle in orout of the area.

• When the vehicle is stopped in anopen area for more than a shorttime with the engine running,adjust the ventilation system (asneeded) to draw outside air into thevehicle.

• Never sit in a parked or stoppedvehicle for any extended time withthe engine running.

• When the engine stalls or fails tostart, excessive attempts to re-start the engine may cause dam-age to the emission control sys-tem.

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WARNING - ExhaustEngine exhaust gases containcarbon monoxide (CO). Thoughcolorless and odorless, it isdangerous and could be lethal ifinhaled. Follow the instructionsfollowing to avoid CO poison-ing.


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Operating precautions for cat-alytic converters

Your vehicle is equipped with a cat-alytic converter emission controldevice.Therefore, the following precautionsmust be observed:• Use only UNLEADED FUEL for

gasoline engine (unleaded).• Do not operate the vehicle when

there are signs of engine malfunc-tion, such as misfire or a noticeableloss of performance.

• Do not misuse or abuse theengine. Examples of misuse arecoasting with the ignition off anddescending steep grades in gearwith the ignition off.

• Do not operate the engine at highidle speed for extended periods (5minutes or more).

• Do not modify or tamper with anypart of the engine or emission con-trol system. All inspections andadjustments must be made by anauthorized Kia dealer.

Failure to observe these precautionscould result in damage to the catalyt-ic converter and to your vehicle.Additionally, such actions could voidyour warranties.

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WARNING - FireA hot exhaust system can igniteflammable items under yourvehicle. Do not park the vehicleover or near flammable objects,such as grass, vegetation,paper, leaves, etc.


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BEFORE DRIVING Before entering vehicle:• Be sure that all windows, outside

mirror(s), and outside lights areclean.

• Check the condition of the tires.• Check under the vehicle for any

sign of leaks.• Be sure there are no obstacles

behind you if you intend to back up.

Necessary inspections Fluid levels, such as engine oil,engine coolant, brake fluid, andwasher fluid should be checked on aregular basis, with the exact intervaldepending on the fluid. Furtherdetails are provided in Section 7,Maintenance.

Before starting • Close and lock all doors.• Position the seat so that all con-

trols are easily reached.• Adjust the inside and outside

rearview mirrors.• Be sure that all lights work.• Check all gauges.• Check the operation of warning

lights when the ignition switch isturned to the ON position.

• Release the parking brake andmake sure the brake warning lightgoes out.

For safe operation, be sure you arefamiliar with your vehicle and itsequipment.

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WARNING - Driving underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

Drinking and driving is danger-ous. Drunk driving is the num-ber one contributor to the high-way death toll each year. Even asmall amount of alcohol willaffect your reflexes, perceptionsand judgement. Driving whileunder the influence of drugs isas dangerous or more danger-ous than driving drunk.You are much more likely tohave a serious accident if youdrink or take drugs and drive.If you are drinking or takingdrugs, don’t drive. Do not ridewith a driver who has beendrinking or taking drugs.Choose a designated driver orcall a cab.


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SUGGESTIONS FOR ECONOMICAL OPERATIONYour vehicle's fuel economy dependsmainly on your style of driving, whereyou drive and when you drive.Each of these factors affects howmany kilometers (miles) you can getfrom liter (a gallon) of fuel.To operateyour vehicle as economically as pos-sible, use the following driving sug-gestions to help save money in bothfuel and repairs:

• Avoid lengthy warm-up idling.Once the engine is runningsmoothly, begin driving.Remember, engine warm-up maytake a little longer on cold days.

• Save fuel by accelerating slowlyafter stopping.

• Keep the engine in tune and followthe recommended periodic mainte-nance schedule. This will increasethe life of all parts and lower youroperating costs.

• Do not use the air conditionerunnecessarily.

• Slow down when driving on roughroads.

• For longer tire life and better fueleconomy, always keep the tiresinflated to the recommended pres-sures.

• Maintain a safe distance from othervehicles to avoid sudden stops.This will reduce wear on brake lin-ings and pads. Driving in such away will also save fuel becauseextra fuel is required to accelerateback to driving speed.

• Do not carry unnecessary weightin the vehicle.

• Do not rest your foot on the brakepedal while driving. This can causeneedless wear, possible damageto the brakes, and poor fuel econo-my.

• Improper wheel alignment resultsin faster tire wear and lower fueleconomy.

• Open windows at high speeds canreduce fuel economy.

• Fuel economy is less in crosswindsand headwinds. To help offsetsome of this loss, slow down whendriving in these conditions.

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Keeping a vehicle in good operatingcondition is important both for econ-omy and safety. Therefore, have anauthorized Kia dealer performscheduled inspections and mainte-nance.

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WARNING - Engine offduring motion

Never turn the engine off tocoast down hills or anytime thevehicle is in motion. The powersteering and power brakes willnot function without the enginerunning. Instead, keep theengine on and downshift to anappropriate gear for enginebraking effect.


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SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS Hazardous driving conditions When hazardous driving conditionsare encountered such as water,snow, ice, mud, sand, or similar haz-ards, follow these suggestions:• Drive cautiously and allow extra

distance for braking.• Avoid sudden movements in brak-

ing or steering.• When braking with non-ABS

brakes pump the brake pedal witha light up-and-down motion untilthe vehicle is stopped.

• If stalled in snow, mud, or sand,use second gear. Accelerate slow-ly to avoid spinning the drivewheels.

• Use sand, rock salt, tire chains, orother non-slip material under thedrive wheels to provide tractionwhen stalled in ice, snow, or mud.

Rocking the vehicle If it is necessary to rock the vehicleto free it from snow, sand, or mud,first turn the steering wheel right andleft to clear the area around yourfront wheels. Then, shift back andforth between 1 (First) and R(Reverse) in vehicles equipped witha manual transaxle or R (Reverse)and any forward gear in vehiclesequipped with an automatictransaxle. Do not race the engine,and spin the wheels as little as pos-sible. If you are still stuck after a fewtries, have the vehicle pulled out by atow vehicle to avoid engine overheat-ing and possible damage to thetransaxle.

✽✽ NOTICEProlonged rocking may cause engineover-heating, transaxle damage orfailure, and tire damage.

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WARNING - DownshiftingDownshifting with an automatictransaxle, while driving on slip-pery surfaces can cause anaccident. The sudden change intire speed could cause the tiresto skid. Be careful when down-shifting on slippery surfaces.

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Driving at night Because night driving presents morehazards than driving in the daylight,here are some important tips toremember:• Slow down and keep more dis-

tance between you and other vehi-cles, as it may be more difficult tosee at night, especially in areaswhere there may not be any streetlights.

• Adjust your mirrors to reduce theglare from other driver's head-lights.

• Keep your headlights clean andproperly aimed on vehicles notequipped with the automatic head-light aiming feature. Dirty orimproperly aimed headlights willmake it much more difficult to seeat night.

• Avoid staring directly at the head-lights of oncoming vehicles. Youcould be temporarily blinded, and itwill take several seconds for youreyes to readjust to the darkness.

WARNING - Spinning tiresDo not spin the wheels, espe-cially at speeds more than 56km/h (35 mph). Spinning thewheels at high speeds when thevehicle is stationary couldcause a tire to overheat, explodeand injure bystanders.


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Driving in the rain Rain and wet roads can make drivingdangerous, especially if you’re notprepared for the slick pavement.Here are a few things to considerwhen driving in the rain:• A heavy rainfall will make it harder

to see and will increase the dis-tance needed to stop your vehicle,so slow down.

• Keep your windshield wipingequipment in good shape. Replaceyour windshield wiper blades whenthey show signs of streaking ormissing areas on the windshield.

• If your tires are not in good condi-tion, making a quick stop on wetpavement can cause a skid andpossibly lead to an accident. Besure your tires are in good shape.

• Turn on your headlights to make iteasier for others to see you.

• Driving too fast through large pud-dles can affect your brakes. If youmust go through puddles, try todrive through them slowly.

• If you believe you may have gottenyour brakes wet, apply them lightlywhile driving until normal brakingoperation returns.

Winter driving• We recommend that you carry

emergency equipment, includingtire chains, a window scraper,windshield de-icer, a bag of sandor salt, flares, a small shovel andjumper cables.

• Make sure you have sufficient eth-ylene-glycol coolant in the radiator.

• Check the battery condition andcables. Cold temperatures reducethe capacity of any battery, so itmust be in excellent condition toprovide enough winter startingpower.

• Make sure the engine oil viscosityis suitable for cold weather.

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• Use antifreeze-formulated wind-shield washer fluid. (Do not useengine coolant antifreeze.)

• Do not use the parking brake if itmight freeze. When parking, shiftto 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with amanual transaxle or P (Park) withan automatic transaxle and blockthe rear wheels.

Snow tires If you mount snow tires on your Kia,make sure they are radial tires of thesame size and load range as theoriginal tires. Mount snow tires on allfour wheels to balance your vehicle’shandling in all weather conditions.Keep in mind that the traction provid-ed by snow tires on dry roads maynot be as high as your vehicle's orig-inal equipment tires.You should drivecautiously even when the roads areclear. Check with the tire dealer formaximum speed recommendations.

Do not install studded tires withoutfirst checking local, state and munic-ipal regulations for possible restric-tions against their use.

WARNING - Snow tiresize

Snow tires should be equivalentin size and type to the vehicle'sstandard tires. Otherwise, thesafety and handling of yourvehicle may be adversely affect-ed.


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Driving in flooded areas Avoid driving through flooded areasunless you are sure the water is nohigher than the bottom of the wheelhub. Drive through any water slowly.Allow adequate stopping distancebecause brake performance may beaffected.After driving through water, dry thebrakes by gently applying them sev-eral times while the vehicle is movingslowly.

Reducing the risk of a rolloverThis multi-purpose passenger vehi-cle is defined as a Sports UtilityVehicle (SUV). SUV’s have higherground clearance and a narrowertrack to make them capable of per-forming in a wide variety of off-roadapplications. Specific design charac-teristics give them a higher center ofgravity than ordinary cars. An advan-tage of the higher ground clearanceis a better view of the road, whichallows you to anticipate problems.They are not designed for corneringat the same speeds as conventionalpassenger drive vehicles, any morethan low-slung sports cars aredesigned to perform satisfactorily inoff-road conditions. Due to this risk,driver and passengers are stronglyrecommended to buckle their seat-belts. In a rollover crash, an unbelt-ed person is more likely to die than aperson wearing a seatbelt. Thereare steps that a driver can make toreduce the risk of a rollover. If at allpossible, avoid sharp turns or abruptmaneuvers, do not load your roofrack with heavy cargo, and nevermodify your vehicle in any way.

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To remind you of the danger of therollover, the rollover warning label isadhered to the driver’s sunvisor. Ifyou close the driver’s sunvisor, youcan see the rollover warning labelwhich is located at the side of the airbag warning label.

WARNING - Rollover As with other Sports UtilityVehicle (SUV), failure to operatethis vehicle correctly may resultin loss of control, an accident orvehicle rollover.• Specific design characteris-

tics (higher ground clearance,narrower track, etc.) give thisvehicle a higher center ofgravity than ordinary cars.

• A SUV is not designed for cor-nering at the same speeds asconventional vehicles.

• Avoid sharp turns or abruptmaneuvers.

• In a rollover crash, an unbelt-ed person is significantlymore likely to die than a per-son wearing a safety belt.Make sure everyone in thevehicle is properly buckled up.

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USING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVEDriving on snow- or Ice-cov-ered roads (“4WD LOCK” forfull-time 4WD operation) • Use snow tires or tire chains. See

“Tires” and “Tire Chains” in thissection for more information.

• Keep an adequate distancebetween yourself and other vehi-cles.

• Avoid sudden braking, accelerationor steering. These actions cancause your vehicle to lose traction.

Driving in sand or mud (“4WDLOCK” for full-time 4WD opera-tion) • Avoid sudden braking, acceleration

or steering. These actions cancause your vehicle to get stuck inthe sand or mud.

• Drive at low speeds whenever pos-sible.

• Use tire chains on all four wheelswhen driving in mud, if necessary.In some unavoidable circum-stances, install them on only thefront wheels, not the rear wheels.

• You may need to get out of yourvehicle at times to check road con-ditions.

• If you get stuck in the sand or mud,try placing stones, wood or othersimilar materials under the tires toget traction, or move forward andbackward repeatedly to getunstuck.

✽✽ NOTICEProlonged rocking may cause enginedamage, overheating, transaxle dif-ferential or transfer case damage orfailure and tire damage.

WARNING - TractionMake sure that no one stands infront of or behind the tires whenmaterials are placed under thetires to get more traction. Thetires may cause loose materialsto fly out from under the vehicle,potentially causing serious bod-ily injury or death.


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Driving on a hill (“4WD LOCK”for full-time 4WD operation)• Use low gear when going uphill or

downhill and avoid sudden braking.• Do not shift gears or use your

clutch when going downhill. Do notcoast downhill in Neutral.

Crossing a ditch (“4WD LOCK”for full-time 4WD operation) • Avoid driving through ditches if

possible, especially if there iswater in the ditch.Your vehicle maystall if the electrical system getswet. If you must cross a ditch,select 4WD LOCK mode.

• Avoid driving where the water levelis higher than the bottom of thewheel hub. If the water level risesabove this mark, your vehicle willneed to be serviced.

• Tap lightly on the brake pedal dur-ing and after driving through water.This will help keep the brakes dryand in proper working order.

• Do not shift gears while crossing aditch.

Tight corner brake effect

This is called tight corner brakeeffect. Tight corner brake effect is aunique characteristic of four-wheeldrive vehicles caused by the differ-ence in tire rotation at the fourwheels and the zero-degree align-ment of the front wheels and sus-pension.Sharp turns at low speeds should becarried out with caution.

CAUTION - 4WDWhen turning sharply on apaved road at low speed whilein four-wheel drive, steeringcontrol will be difficult.


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Off-road driving with yourfour-wheel drive vehicleOff-road driving can be great fun. Butit has definite hazards. The greatestof these is the terrain itself.“Off-roading” means you’ve left thepaved road system behind. Trafficlanes are not marked. Curves are notbanked.There are no carefully engineeredroad signs to warn you of dangerousconditions or to advise you of a safespeed. You have to assess the envi-ronment yourself. Surfaces can beslippery, rough, uphill or downhill.Off-road driving involves learningnew skills. That’s why it’s importantthat you read and understand thissection. You’ll find useful drivinginformation and suggestions. Thesewill help make your off-road drivingsafer and more enjoyable.

Before you go off-roadingThere are some things to do beforeyou leave the paved roads. Be sureto have all necessary maintenanceand service work done beforehand.Be sure to read all the informationabout your four-wheel drive vehiclein this manual. Is there enough fuel?Is the spare tire fully inflated? Are thefluid levels at the proper levels? Whatare the local laws that apply to off-roading where you’ll be driving? Ifyou don’t know, you should checkwith law enforcement people in thearea. Will you be on someone’s pri-vate land? If so, be sure to get thenecessary permission.

Loading your vehicle for off-roaddrivingThere are some important items toremember about how to properlyload your vehicle.• The heaviest things should be in

the cargo area and forward of yourrear axle. Place heavier items asfar forward as you can.

• Be sure the load is properlysecured, so driving over off-roadterrain doesn’t shift your load orthrow items toward the driver orpassengers.


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Traveling to remote areasIt makes sense to plan your trip,especially when going to a remotearea. Know the terrain and plan yourroute. You are much less likely toencounter unwanted surprises. Getaccurate maps of trails.It’s also a good idea to travel with atleast one other vehicle. If somethinghappens to one of them, the othercan quickly help.

WARNING - Cargo• Cargo piled close to the height

of (or higher than) the seatbacks can be thrown forwardduring a sudden stop or ondownhill slopes. You or yourpassengers could be severelyinjured. Keep cargo below thetop of the seat backs and, ifpossible, do not pile separateitems.

• Unsecured cargo in the cargoarea can be tossed aboutwhen driving on the highwaysor over rough terrain. You oryour passengers can bestruck by flying objects andseverely injured. Secure thecargo properly.

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on the roof without a properroof rack installed. The roofrack will hold a maximum of45 kg (100 lbs.). Heavy loadsin a roof rack raise the vehi-cle’s center of gravity, makingit more likely to roll over. Youcan be seriously or fatallyinjured if the vehicle rollsover. Do not load cargo on theroof while driving off-road, ifat all possible. Put heavyloads inside the cargo area,not on the roof or in a roofrack. Keep cargo in the cargoarea as far forward and low aspossible.


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Getting familiar with off-road driv-ingIt’s necessary for you to practice inan area that’s safe and close tohome before you begin serious off-road driving. Off-road drivingrequires new and different drivingskills.You need to tune your senses to dif-ferent kinds of signals. For example,constantly sweep the terrain withyour eyes looking for unexpectedobstacles. Listen for unusual tire,gear, or engine sounds. Feel andrespond to the vibrations of the vehi-cle with your hands, feet, and bodywhile still carefully controlling yourvehicle. You’ll also need to adjustyour expectations and greatly lowerthe number of miles you expect tocover in an hour or a day.

Controlling your vehicle is the key tosuccessful off-road driving. One ofthe best ways to control your vehicleis to control your speed. Here aresome things to keep in mind whentraveling at higher speeds:• You approach things faster and you

have less time to scan the terrainfor obstacles.

• You have less time to react.• You have much more vehicle

bounce when you drive over obsta-cles, giving you less vehicle con-trol.

• You’ll need more distance for brak-ing, especially since you’re on anunpaved surface. Such terrain willalways be more “slippery” than apaved road.

WARNING - Off road driv-ing

When you’re driving off-road,bouncing and quick changes indirection can easily throw youout of position in your seat.Thiscould cause you to lose controlof the vehicle and crash.Whether you are driving on oroff the road, you and your pas-sengers should always wearsafety belts.


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Scanning the terrainOff-road driving can take you overmany different kinds of terrain. Youneed to be familiar with the terrainand its many different features. Hereare some things to consider.

Surface conditionsOff-roading can take you over hard-packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass,sand, mud, snow or ice. Each ofthese surfaces affects the steering,acceleration, and braking of yourvehicle in different ways.Depending upon the kind of surfaceyou are on, you may experience slip-ping, sliding, wheel spinning,delayed acceleration, poor traction,and longer braking distances.

Surface obstaclesUnseen or hidden obstacles can behazardous. A rock, log, hole, rut, orbump can startle you if you’re notprepared. Often these obstacles arehidden by grass, bushes, snow oreven the rise and fall of the terrainitself. Here are some things to con-stantly evaluate:• Is the path ahead clear?• Will the surface texture change

ahead?• Does the path take you uphill or

downhill?• Might you have to stop suddenly or

change direction quickly?When you drive over obstacles orrough terrain, it is critical that youkeep a firm grip on the steeringwheel. Ruts, troughs, or other sur-face features can force the wheel outof your hands if you’re not prepared.

When you drive over bumps, rocks,or other obstacles, your wheels canleave the ground. If this happens,even with one or two wheels, youcan’t control the vehicle as well orperhaps at all. Because you will beon an unpaved surface, it’s especial-ly important to avoid sudden acceler-ation, sudden turns, or sudden brak-ing. Any of these actions could causethe center of gravity of the vehicle toshift and destabilize the vehicle,leading to a collision or rollover acci-dent.Off-road driving requires a differentkind of alertness from driving onpaved roads and highways. Thereare no road signs, posted speed lim-its or signal lights. You have to useyour own judgment about what issafe and what isn’t. Bad judgment inthis uncontrolled environment can befatal.


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Driving on off-road hillsOff-road driving often takes you up,down, or across a hill. Driving safelyon hills requires excellent judgmentand an understanding of what yourvehicle can and can’t do. There aresome hills that simply should not bedriven.

WARNING - Drinking &driving

Drinking and driving, or druguse and driving can be verydangerous on any road. Thiscertainly remains true for off-road driving. At the very timeyou need special alertness anddriving skills, your reflexes, per-ceptions and judgement can beaffected by even a small amountof alcohol or drugs. You couldhave a serious - or even fatal -accident if you drink or takedrugs and drive or ride with adriver who has been drinking ortaking drugs.

WARNING - Driving onhills

Many hills are simply too steepfor any vehicle. If you drive upthem, you will stall. If you drivedown them, you can’t controlyour speed. In either case, youcould flip over. If you driveacross them, you will roll over.You could be seriously or fatallyinjured. If you have any doubtabout the steepness, don’t driveup or down the hill, even if itmeans that you have to turnaround and find another route.Re-tracking is a normal part ofsafe off-roading.


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Approaching a hillWhen you approach a hill, you needto decide if it’s one of those hillsthat’s just too steep to climb,descend, or cross. Steepness can bedifficult to judge. On a very small hill,for example, there may be a smooth,constant incline with only a smallchange in elevation where you caneasily see all the way to the top. Ona large hill, the incline may get steep-er as you near the top, but you maynot see this because the crest of thehill is hidden by bushes, grass, orshrubs.

Here are some other things to con-sider as you approach a hill:• Is there a constant incline, or does

the hill get sharply steeper inplaces?

• Is there good traction on the hill-side, or will the surface cause tireslipping?

• Is there a straight path up or downthe hill so you won’t have to maketurning maneuvers?

• Are there obstructions on the hillthat can block your path (boulders,trees, logs or ruts)?

• What’s beyond the hill? Is there acliff, an embankment, a drop-off, ora fence? Get out of the vehicle andwalk the hill if you are unsure. It’sthe smart way to find out.

• Is the hill simply too rough? Steephills often have ruts, gullies,troughs, and exposed rocksbecause they are more susceptibleto the effects of erosion.

• How have weather conditionsaffected the terrain? Is there likelyto be mud, snow or ice on the hill?

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Driving uphillOnce you decide you can safelydrive up the hill, you need to takesome special steps.• Use a low gear and get a firm grip

on the steering wheel.• Get a smooth start up the hill and

try to maintain your speed. Don’tuse more power than you need,because you don’t want yourwheels to start spinning or sliding.

• Try to drive straight up the hill, if atall possible. If the path twists andturns, you may have to find anoth-er route. • Slow down as you approach the

top of the hill.• Attach a flag to the vehicle to make

you more visible to approachingtraffic on trails or hills.

• Sound the horn as you approachthe top of the hill to let opposingtraffic know you’re there.

• Use your headlights even duringthe day. They make you more visi-ble to other drivers.

WARNING - Drivingacross hills

Turning or driving across steephills can be dangerous. Youcould lose traction, slide side-ways, or just reach an area toosteep to traverse. In any case, itcould cause you to roll over.Youcould be seriously or fatallyinjured. When driving up hills,always try to go as straight upas possible.

WARNING - Driving overhills

Driving to the top (crest) of a hillat full speed can cause an acci-dent and result in serious orfatal injury. There could be adrop-off, embankment, cliff,another vehicle or people sittingon the ground. As you near thetop of a hill, slow down and stayalert.


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Stalling while driving uphillWhat should I do if my vehicle stalls,or is about to stall, and I can’t makeit up the hill?If your vehicle stalls, or is about tostall while driving uphill, there aresome things you should do, andthere are some things you must notdo. First, here’s what you should do:• Push the brake pedal to stop the

vehicle and keep it from rollingbackwards. Also, apply the parkingbrake.

• If your engine is still running, shiftthe transaxle into reverse, releasethe parking brake, and slowly backdown the hill in reverse.

• If your engine has stopped run-ning, you’ll need to restart it. Withthe brake pedal depressed and theparking brake still applied, shift amanual transaxle to N (Neutral), oran automatic transaxle to P (Park)and restart the engine. Then, shiftto reverse, release the parkingbrake, and slowly back down thehill in reverse.

• As you are backing down the hill,put your left hand on the steeringwheel at the 12 o’clock position.This way, you’ll be able to tell ifyour wheels are straight or turnedto the left or right as you backdown.

Here are some things you must notdo if you stall, or are about to stall,when going up a hill.• Never attempt to prevent a stall by

depressing the clutch or shifting toN (Neutral) to “rev-up” the engineand regain forward momentum.This won’t work. Your vehicle willroll backwards very quickly andyou could go out of control or rollover.

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Stalled on a steep uphillIf your vehicle stalls and you can’tback down the hill, try this: Set theparking brake, put your transaxle in 1(First) gear or P (Park), and turn theengine off. Leave the vehicle and getsome help. If your vehicle is at anangle to the slope of the hill, exit thevehicle on the uphill side and stayclear of the path the vehicle wouldtake if it rolled downhill. Leave it in 1(First) gear for manual transaxle or P(Park) for automatic transaxle.

CAUTION - StallingNever attempt to turn around ifyou are about to stall whengoing up a hill. If the hill is steepenough to stall your vehicle, it’ssteep enough to cause you toroll over if you turn around. Ifyou can’t make it up, you mustback down the hill.

WARNING - Exiting vehicleGetting out on the downhill(low) side of a vehicle stoppedacross an incline is dangerous.If the vehicle rolls over, youcould be crushed or fatallyinjured. Always get out on theuphill (high) side of the vehicleand stay well clear of therollover path.


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Driving downhillGoing downhill can be considerablymore dangerous than driving uphill.When off-roading takes you downhill,you’ll want to consider many of thesame things you thought aboutbefore you went uphill. As a briefreminder, those include:• How steep is the downhill? Will I be

able to maintain vehicle control?• What’s the surface like? Smooth?

Rough? Slippery? Hard-packeddirt? Gravel?

• Are there hidden surface obsta-cles? Ruts? Logs? Boulders?

• What’s at the bottom of the hill? Isthere a hidden creek bank or evena river bottom with large rocks?

• Have changes in the weather con-ditions and their effect on the ter-rain since you went uphill madeyour task more difficult?

Once you have decided that you cango down a hill safely, try to keep yourvehicle headed straight down, anduse a low gear. This way, enginebraking can help your brakes so theywon’t have to do all the work.Descend slowly, keeping your vehi-cle under control at all times.

WARNING - Leaving vehi-cle

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Avoid turns that take you across theincline of the hill. A hill that’s not toosteep to drive down may be toosteep to drive across. You could rollover if you don’t drive straight down.Never go downhill with the clutchpedal depressed. This is called “free-wheeling.”Your brakes will have to doall the work and could overheat andfade.

If your wheels lock up during down-hill braking, you may feel the vehiclestarting to slide sideways. To regainyour direction, just ease off thebrakes and steer to keep the front ofthe vehicle pointing straight downhill.

CAUTION - DownhillBefore beginning to go down-hill, it is critical that you ensurethat no cargo can shift forwardwhile you are heading downhill.Such shifting could eitherendanger you and your occu-pants, or interfere with yourability to control the vehicle.

WARNING - BrakingHeavy braking when goingdown a hill can cause yourbrakes to overheat and fade.This could cause loss of controland a serious accident. Applythe brakes lightly whendescending a hill and use a lowgear to keep vehicle speedunder control.

CAUTION - Wheel lockingAvoid braking so hard that youlock the wheels when goingdownhill. If your front wheelsare locked, you can’t steer yourvehicle.


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Stalling downhillStalling is much more likely to hap-pen going uphill. But if it happensgoing downhill, here’s what to do.• Stop your vehicle by applying the

brakes. Then apply the parkingbrake.

• Move the shift lever to P (Park) inautomatic transaxle or shift to N(Neutral) in manual transaxle and,while still braking, restart theengine.

• Shift back to a low gear, releasethe parking brake, and drivestraight down.

• If the engine won’t start, get outand seek help. Exit on the uphillside of the vehicle and stay clear ofthe path the vehicle would take if itrolled downhill.

Driving across an inclineSooner or later, an off-road trail willprobably go across the incline of ahill. If this happens, you have todecide whether or not to try to driveacross the incline. Here are somethings to consider:• A hill that can be driven straight up

or down may be too steep to driveacross. When you go straight up ordown a hill, the length of the wheelbase (the distance from the frontwheels to the rear wheels) reducesthe likelihood the vehicle will tum-ble end over end. But when youdrive across an incline, the muchnarrower track width (the distancebetween the left and right wheels)may not prevent the vehicle fromtilting and rolling over. Also, drivingacross an incline puts more weighton the downhill wheels. This couldcause a downhill slide or a rollover.

• Surface conditions can be a prob-lem when you drive across a hill.Loose gravel, muddy spots, oreven wet grass can cause yourtires to slip sideways. If the vehicleslips sideways, it can hit somethingthat will tip it (a rock, a rut, etc.) andcause it to roll over.

• Hidden obstacles can make thesteepness of the incline evenworse. If you drive across a rockwith the uphill wheels, or if thedownhill wheels drop into a rut ordepression, your vehicle can tilteven more.

For reasons like these, you need todecide carefully whether or not to tryto drive across an incline. Justbecause the trail goes across theincline doesn’t mean you have todrive it.


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If your vehicle slides downhillIf you feel your vehicle starting toslide sideways, turn downhill immedi-ately. This should help straighten outthe vehicle and prevent the side slip-ping. However, a much better way toprevent this is to get out and “walkthe course” first so you know whatthe surface is like before you drive it.

Stalling while crossing an inclineIf your vehicle stalls when you’recrossing an incline, be sure you (andyour passengers) get out on theuphill side, even if that door is harderto open. If you get out on the down-hill side and the vehicle starts to rollover, you’ll be in its path.If you have to walk down the slope,stay out of the path the vehicle willtake if it does roll over.

WARNING - Roll overDriving across an incline that’stoo steep will make your vehicleroll over. You could be seriouslyor fatally injured. If you have anydoubt about the steepness ofthe incline, don’t drive across it.Find another route instead.


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Driving in mud, sand, snow, oriceWhen you drive in mud, sand, snow,or ice, your wheels won’t get goodtraction. You can’t accelerate asquickly, turning is more difficult, andyou’ll need longer braking distances.It’s best to use a low gear whenyou’re in mud, the deeper the mud,the lower the gear. In extremely deepmud, the idea is to keep your vehiclemoving so you don’t get stuck.When you drive on sand, you’llsense a change in wheel traction.But it will depend upon how looselypacked the sand is. On looselypacked sand (as on beaches or sanddunes) your tires will tend to sink intothe sand. This has an effect on steer-ing, accelerating, and braking. Youmay want to reduce the air pressurein your tires slightly when driving onsand. This will improve traction.Remember to re-inflate them the firstchance that you have after you leavethe loosely packed sand.

✽✽ NOTICE• In case of loss of traction in mud,

loose soil, or sand, turn the steer-ing wheel rapidly from side-to-side. This can help generate addi-tional traction.

• Do not gun the engine. This willcause the tires to spin and digdown, not forward, and couldbury the vehicle to the frame.Smooth, easy power is better thantoo much power.

WARNING - Exiting vehi-cle

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Hard-packed snow and ice offer theworst tire traction. On these surfaces,it’s very easy to lose control. On wetice, for example, the traction is sopoor that you will even have difficultyaccelerating. And if you do get mov-ing, poor steering and difficult brak-ing can easily cause you to slide outof control.

Driving in waterLight rain causes no special off-roaddriving problems. However, heavyrain can cause flash flooding, andflood waters demand extreme cau-tion.Find out how deep the water isbefore you drive through it. If it’sdeep enough to cover your wheelbearing hubs, axles, or exhaust pipe,don’t try it, You probably won’t getthrough. Also, water that deep candamage your axle and other vehicleparts.If the water isn’t too deep, then drivethrough slowly. At fast speeds, watercan splash on your ignition systemand your vehicle can stall. Stallingcan also occur if your tailpipe goesunderwater. As long as your tailpipeis underwater, you will not be able tostart your engine. When you gothrough water, remember that it maytake you longer to stop when yourbrakes are wet.

If you have driven through water thatwas deep enough to cover yourwheel bearing hubs, it may be agood idea to have an Authorized Kiadealer or other competent servicecenter repack your front wheel bear-ings and examine your rear-end fluidfor evidence of water.

WARNING - Frozen sur-faces

Driving on frozen lakes, pondsor rivers can be dangerous.Underwater springs, currentsunder the ice, or sudden thawscan weaken the ice.Your vehiclecould fall through the ice andyou and your passengers coulddrown. Drive your vehicle onsafe surfaces only.


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After off-road drivingRemove any brush or debris that hascollected on the underbody, chassisor under the hood. These accumula-tions can be a fire hazard.After driving in mud or sand, cleanand check the brake linings.Accumulation of mud or sand cancause glazing and uneven braking.Check the body structure, steering,suspension, wheels, tires, andexhaust system for damage. Also,check the fuel lines and cooling sys-tem for any leakage. Your vehicle willalso require more frequent servicedue to off-road use.

WARNING - WaterDriving through rushing watercan be dangerous. Deep watercan sweep your vehicle down-stream and you and your pas-sengers could drown. If it’s onlyinches deep, it can still washaway the ground from underyour tires, and you could losetraction and roll the vehicle.Never drive through rushingwater.


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WEIGHT OF THE VEHICLE This section will guide you in theproper loading of your vehicle and/ortrailer, to keep your loaded vehicleweight within its design rating capa-bility, with or without a trailer.Properly loading your vehicle willprovide maximum return of the vehi-cle design performance. Before load-ing your vehicle, familiarize yourselfwith the following terms for determin-ing your vehicle's weight ratings, withor without a trailer, from the vehicle'sSpecifications and the VehicleCertification Label:

Base curb weight This is the weight of the vehicleincluding a full tank of fuel and allstandard equipment. It does notinclude passengers, cargo, or option-al equipment.

Vehicle curb weightThis is the weight of your new vehiclewhen you picked it up from your deal-er plus any aftermarket equipment.

Cargo weightThis figure includes all weight addedto the Base Curb Weight, includingcargo and optional equipment. Whentowing, trailer tongue load or king pinweight also is part of the CargoWeight.

GAW (Gross axle weight)This is the total weight placed oneach axle (front and rear) - includingvehicle curb weight and all payload.

GAWR (Gross axle weight rating)This is the maximum allowableweight that can be carried by a singleaxle (front or rear). These numbersare shown on the VehicleCertification Label. The total load oneach axle must never exceed itsGAWR.

GVW (Gross vehicle weight)This is the Base Curb Weight plusactual Cargo Weight plus passen-gers.

GVWR (Gross vehicle weightrating)

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TRAILER TOWING

✽✽ NOTICEPulling a trailer improperly candamage your vehicle and result incostly repairs not covered by yourwarranty. To pull a trailer correctly,follow the advice in this section.

Your vehicle can tow a trailer. Toidentify what the vehicle traileringcapacity is for your vehicle, youshould read the information in“Weight of the Trailer” that appearslater in this section.

Remember that trailering is differentthan just driving your vehicle by itself.Trailering means changes in han-dling, durability, and fuel economy.Successful, safe trailering requirescorrect equipment, and it has to beused properly.

This section contains many time-tested, important trailering tips andsafety rules. Many of these areimportant for your safety and that ofyour passengers. Please read thissection carefully before you pull atrailer.

Load-pulling components such asthe engine, transaxle, wheel assem-blies, and tires are forced to workharder against the load of the addedweight. The engine is required tooperate at relatively higher speedsand under greater loads. This addi-tional burden generates extra heat.The trailer also adds considerably towind resistance, increasing thepulling requirements.

WARNING - Towing atrailer

If you don't use the correctequipment and drive properly,you can lose control when youpull a trailer. For example, if thetrailer is too heavy, the brakesmay not work well - or even atall. You and your passengerscould be seriously or fatallyinjured. Pull a trailer only if youhave followed all the steps inthis section.

Item 2.0L Engine 2.7L EngineMaximum trailer Without trailer brakes 454 (1000) 454 (1000)

weight kg (lbs.) With trailer brakes 680 (1500) 907 (2000)

Maximum permissible static vertical

load on the coupling device kg (lbs.)68 (150) 91 (200)


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If you do decide to pull a trailerHere are some important points ifyou decide to pull a trailer:• State, provincial, county and

municipal government have vary-ing trailering laws. Make sure yourhitch, mirrors, lights and wiringarrangements are legal, not onlywhere you live, but also whereyou’ll be driving. A good source forthis information is provincial orlocal law enforcement agencies.

• Consider using a sway control. Youcan ask a hitch dealer about swaycontrol.

• After your odometer indicates 800km (500 miles) or more, you cantow a trailer. For the first 800 km(500 miles) that you tow a trailer,don’t drive over 80 km/h (50 mph)and don’t make starts at full throt-tle. This helps your engine andother parts of your vehicle “wear” inat the heavier loads.

• Always drive at a safe speed (lessthan 100 km/h) commensuratewith road conditions.

• On a long uphill grade, do notexceed 70 km/h (45 mph) or theposted towing speed limit,whichever is lower.

• The important considerations haveto do with weight:

Weight of the trailerHow heavy can a trailer safely be? Itshould never weigh more than themaximum trailer weight with trailerbrakes. But even that can be tooheavy.It depends on how you plan to useyour trailer. For example, speed, alti-tude, road grades, outside tempera-ture and how much your vehicle isused to pull a trailer are all important.The ideal trailer weight can alsodepend on any special equipmentthat you have on your vehicle.


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Weight of the trailer tongueThe tongue load of any trailer is animportant weight to measurebecause it affects the total grossvehicle weight (GVW) of your vehi-cle. This weight includes the curbweight of the vehicle, any cargo youmay carry in it, and the people whowill be riding in the vehicle. And if youwill tow a trailer, you must add thetongue load to the GVW becauseyour vehicle will also be carrying thatweight.The trailer tongue should weigh amaximum of 10% of the total loadedtrailer weight. After you've loadedyour trailer, weigh the trailer and thenthe tongue, separately, to see if theweights are proper. If they aren’t, youmay be able to correct them simplyby moving some items around in thetrailer.

Hitches It's important to have the correcthitch equipment. Crosswinds, largetrucks going by, and rough roads area few reasons why you’ll need theright hitch. Here are some rules tofollow:• Will you have to make any holes in

the body of your vehicle when youinstall a trailer hitch? If you do, thenbe sure to seal the holes laterwhen you remove the hitch.If you don’t seal them, deadly car-bon monoxide (CO) from yourexhaust can get into your vehicle,as well as dirt and water.

• The bumpers on your vehicle arenot intended for hitches. Do notattach rental hitches or otherbumper-type hitches to them. Useonly a frame-mounted hitch thatdoes not attach to the bumper.

WARNING - Trailer• Never load a trailer with more

weight in the rear than in thefront. The front should beloaded with approximately60% of the total trailer load;the rear should be loaded withapproximately 40% of the totaltrailer load.

• Never exceed the maximumweight limits of the trailer ortrailer towing equipment.Improper loading can result indamage to your vehicle and/orpersonal injury. Checkweights and loading at a com-mercial scale or highwaypatrol office equipped withscales.

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Safety chains You should always attach chainsbetween your vehicle and your trail-er. Cross the safety chains under thetongue of the trailer so that thetongue will not drop to the road if itbecomes separated from the hitch.Instructions about safety chains maybe provided by the hitch manufactur-er or by the trailer manufacturer.Follow the manufacturer’s recom-mendation for attaching safetychains. Always leave just enoughslack so you can turn with your trail-er. And, never allow safety chains todrag on the ground.

Trailer brakes If your trailer weighs more than themaximum trailer weight without trail-er brakes loaded, then it needs itsown brakes and they must be ade-quate. Be sure to read and follow theinstructions for the trailer brakes soyou’ll be able to install, adjust andmaintain them properly.• Don’t tap into your vehicle's brake

system.

Driving with a trailer Towing a trailer requires a certainamount of experience. Before settingout for the open road, you must getto know your trailer. Acquaint your-self with the feel of handling andbraking with the added weight of thetrailer. And always keep in mind thatthe vehicle you are driving is now agood deal longer and not nearly soresponsive as your vehicle is byitself.Before you start, check the trailerhitch and platform, safety chains,electrical connector(s), lights, tiresand mirror adjustment. If the trailerhas electric brakes, start your vehicleand trailer moving and then apply thetrailer brake controller by hand to besure the brakes are working.This letsyou check your electrical connectionat the same time.During your trip, check occasionallyto be sure that the load is secure,and that the lights and any trailerbrakes are still working.

WARNING - Trailer brakesDo not use a trailer with its ownbrakes unless you are absolute-ly certain that you have properlyset up the brake system. This isnot a task for amateurs. Use anexperienced, competent trailershop for this work.


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Following distance Stay at least twice as far behind thevehicle ahead as you would whendriving your vehicle without a trailer.This can help you avoid situationsthat require heavy braking and sud-den turns.

Passing You’ll need more passing distanceup ahead when you’re towing a trail-er. And, because you’re a good deallonger, you’ll need to go much fartherbeyond the passed vehicle beforeyou can return to your lane.

Backing up Hold the bottom of the steeringwheel with one hand. Then, to movethe trailer to the left, just move yourhand to the left. To move the trailer tothe right, move your hand to theright. Always back up slowly and, ifpossible, have someone guide you.

Making turns When you’re turning with a trailer,make wider turns than normal. Dothis so your trailer won’t strike softshoulders, curbs, road signs, trees,or other objects. Avoid jerky or sud-den maneuvers. Signal well inadvance.

Turn signals when towing a trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehiclehas to have a different turn signalflasher and extra wiring. The greenarrows on your instrument panel willflash whenever you signal a turn orlane change. Properly connected,the trailer lights will also flash to alertother drivers you’re about to turn,change lanes, or stop.When towing a trailer, the greenarrows on your instrument panel willflash for turns even if the bulbs onthe trailer are burned out. Thus, youmay think drivers behind you areseeing your signals when, in fact,they are not. It’s important to checkoccasionally to be sure the trailerbulbs are still working. You must alsocheck the lights every time you dis-connect and then reconnect thewires.


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Do not connect a trailer lighting sys-tem directly to your vehicle’s lightingsystem. Use only an approved trailerwiring harness.Your Authorized Kia Dealer canassist you in installing the wiring har-ness.

Driving on grades Reduce speed and shift to a lowergear before you start down a long orsteep downgrade. If you don’t shiftdown, you might have to use yourbrakes so much that they would gethot and no longer operate efficiently.On a long uphill grade, shift downand reduce your speed to around 70km/h (45 mph) to reduce the possi-bility of engine and transaxle over-heating.If your trailer weighs more than themaximum trailer weight without trail-er brakes and you have an automat-ic transaxle, you should drive in D(Drive) when towing a trailer.Operating your vehicle in D (Drive)when towing a trailer will minimizeheat build up and extend the life ofyour transaxle.

✽✽ NOTICE• When towing a trailer on steep

grades (in excess of 6%) pay closeattention to the engine coolanttemperature gauge to ensure theengine does not overheat. If theneedle of the coolant temperaturegauge moves across the dialtowards “H” (HOT), pull over andstop as soon as it is safe to do so,and allow the engine to idle until itcools down. You may proceed oncethe engine has cooled sufficiently.

• You must decide driving speeddepending on trailer weight anduphill grade to reduce the possibil-ity of engine and transaxle over-heating.

CAUTIONFailure to use an approved trail-er wiring harness could result indamage to the vehicle electricalsystem and/or personal injury.


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Parking on hills Generally, you should not park yourvehicle, with a trailer attached, on ahill. People can be seriously or fatal-ly injured, and both your vehicle andthe trailer can be damaged if theybegin a downhill trajectory.

However, if you ever have to parkyour trailer on a hill, here’s how to doit:1. Apply your brakes, but don’t shift

into gear.2. Have someone place chocks

under the trailer wheels.3. When the wheel chocks are in

place, release the brakes until thechocks absorb the load.

4. Reapply the brakes. Apply yourparking brake, and then shift to R(Reverse) for a manual transaxleor P (Park) for an automatictransaxle.

5. Release the brakes.

When you are ready to leave afterparking on a hill 1. With the manual transaxle in

Neutral or automatic transaxle in P(Park), apply your brakes and holdthe brake pedal down while you:• Start your engine;• Shift into gear; and• Release the parking brake.

2. Slowly remove your foot from thebrake pedal.

3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clearof the chocks.

4. Stop and have someone pick upand store the chocks.

WARNING - Parking brakeIt can be dangerous to get out ofyour vehicle if the parking brakeis not firmly set.If you have left the engine run-ning, the vehicle can move sud-denly. You or others could beseriously or fatally injured.

WARNING - Parking on ahill

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Maintenance when trailer tow-ing Your vehicle will need service moreoften when you regularly pull a trail-er. Important items to pay particularattention to include engine oil, auto-matic transaxle fluid, axle lubricantand cooling system fluid. Brake con-dition is another important item tofrequently check. Each item is cov-ered in this manual, and the Indexwill help you find them quickly. Ifyou’re trailering, it’s a good idea toreview these sections before youstart your trip.Don’t forget to also maintain yourtrailer and hitch. Follow the mainte-nance schedule that accompaniedyour trailer and check it periodically.Preferably, conduct the check at thestart of each day’s driving. Mostimportantly, all hitch nuts and boltsshould be tight.

✽✽ NOTICE• Due to higher load during trailer

usage, overheating might occur inhot days or during uphill driving.If the coolant gauge indicatesover-heating, switch off the A/Cand stop the vehicle in a safe areato cool down the engine.

• When towing check transaxlefluid more frequently.

• If your vehicle is not equippedwith the air conditioner, youshould install a condenser fan toimprove engine performancewhen towing a trailer.

OVERLOADING

CAUTION - Vehicle weightThe gross axle weight rating(GAWR) and the gross vehicleweight rating (GVWR) for yourvehicle are on the manufactur-er's label attached to the dri-ver's door. Exceeding these rat-ings can cause an accident orvehicle damage. You can calcu-late the weight of your load byweighing the items (and people)before putting them in the vehi-cle. Be careful not to overloadyour vehicle.


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VEHICLE LOAD LIMIT

Tire and loading informationlabelThe tire label located on the driver'sdoor sill gives the original tire size,cold tire pressures recommended foryour vehicle, the number of peoplethat can be in your vehicle and vehi-cle capacity weight.

Steps for determining correctload limit1. Locate the statement "The com-

bined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed XXXkg or XXX lbs.'' on your vehicle'splacard.

2. Determine the combined weight ofthe driver and passengers that willbe riding in your vehicle.

3. Subtract the combined weight ofthe driver and passengers fromXXX kg or XXX lbs.

4. The resulting figure equals theavailable amount of cargo and lug-gage load capacity. For example, ifthe "XXX" amount equals 635 kg.(1400 lbs), and there will be five68 kg. (150 lbs) passengers inyour vehicle, the amount of avail-able cargo and luggage loadcapacity is 295 kg. (650 lbs).(1400-750 (5 x 150) = 295 lbs. or635-340 (5 x 68) = 650 kg)

5. Determine the combined weight ofluggage and cargo being loadedon the vehicle. That weight maynot safely exceed the availablecargo and luggage load capacitycalculated in Step 4.

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trail-er, load from your trailer will betransferred to your vehicle. Consultthis manual to determine how thisreduces the available cargo andluggage load capacity of yourvehicle.

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AVehicle Capacity 1400 lbs

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B Weight 750 lbs

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Refer to your vehicle's tire and load-ing information label for specificinformation about your vehicle'scapacity weight and seating posi-tions. The combined weight of thedriver, passengers and cargo shouldnever exceed your vehicle's capacityweight.

Compliance labelThe compliance label is located onthe driver's door sill.The label shows the size of your orig-inal tires and the inflation pressuresneeded to obtain the gross weightcapacity of your vehicle. This iscalled the GVWR (Gross VehicleWeight Rating). The GVWR includesthe weight of the vehicle, all occu-pants, fuel and cargo.This label also tells you the maxi-mum weights that can be supportedby the front and rear axles, calledGross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).To find out the actual loads on yourfront and rear axles, you need to goto a weigh station and weigh yourvehicle.Your dealer can help you withthis. Be sure to spread out your loadequally on both sides of the center-line.

WARNING - Over loading• Never exceed the GVWR for

your vehicle, or the GAWR foreither the front or rear axle.

• Do not load your vehicle anyheavier than the GVWR, oreither the maximum front orrear GAWR. If you do, parts onyour vehicle can break, and itcan change the way your vehi-cle handles. This could causeyou to lose control and crash.Also, overloading can shortenthe life of your vehicle.


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✽✽ NOTICE• Overloading your vehicle may

cause damage. Repairs would notbe covered by your warranty. Donot overload your vehicle.

• Using heavier suspension compo-nents to get added durabilitymight not change your weight rat-ings. Ask your dealer to help youload your vehicle the right way.

The label will help you decide howmuch cargo and installed equipmentyour vehicle can carry.

If you carry items inside your vehicle- like suitcases, tools, packages, oranything else - they are moving asfast as the vehicle. If you have to stopor turn quickly, or if there is a crash,the items will keep going and cancause an injury if they strike the driv-er or a passenger.

WARNING - Loose cargoItems you carry inside yourvehicle can strike and injurepeople in a sudden stop or turn,or in a crash.• Put things in the cargo area of

your vehicle. Try to spread theweight evenly.

• Never stack items, like suit-cases, inside the vehicleabove the tops of the seats.

• Do not leave an unsecuredchild restraint in your vehicle.

• When you carry somethinginside the vehicle, secure it.

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HOMELINK® WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Your new mirror comes with an inte-grated HomeLink UniversalTransceiver, which allows you to pro-gram the mirror to activate yourgarage door(s), estate gate, homelighting, etc. The mirror actuallylearns the codes from your variousexisting transmitters.

CAUTION• When programming the

HomeLink® Wireless ControlSystem, you may be operatinga garage door or gate opera-tor. Make sure that people andobjects are out of the way ofthe moving door or gate toprevent potential harm ordamage.

• Do not use HomeLink with anygarage door opener that lacksthe safety stop and reversefeature as required by federalsafety standards. (Thisincludes any garage dooropener model manufacturedbefore April 1, 1982.) A garagedoor opener which cannotdetect an object, signaling thedoor to stop and reverse, doesnot meet current federal safe-ty standards. Using a garagedoor opener without thesefeatures increases risk of seri-ous injury or death. For moreinformation, call 1-800-355-3515 or on the internet atwww.homelink.com.

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(Continued)• Retain the original transmitter

for future programming proce-dures (i.e., new vehicle pur-chase). It is also suggestedthat upon the sale of the vehi-cle, the programmedHomeLink buttons be erasedfor security purposes (followstep 1 in the “Programming”portion of this text).MMSA5007Homelink buttons

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ProgrammingYour vehicle may require the ignitionswitch to be turned to the ACC posi-tion for programming and/or opera-tion of HomeLink. It is also recom-mended that a new battery bereplaced in the hand-held transmitterof the device being programmed toHomeLink for quicker training andaccurate transmission of the radio-frequency.Follow these steps to train yourHomeLink mirror:

1. When programming the buttonsfor the first time, press and holdthe left and center buttons ( ,

) simultaniously until theindicator light begins to flash afterapproximately 20 seconds. (Thisprocedure erases the factory-setdefault codes. Do Not perform thisstep to program additional hand-held transmitters.)

✽✽ NOTICEFor non rolling code garage dooropeners, follow steps 2 - 3. For rolling code garage door open-ers, follow steps 2 - 6. For Canadian Programming, pleasefollow the Canadian Programmingsection.For help with determining whetheryour garage is non-rolling code orrolling code, please refer to thegarage door openers owner’s manu-al or contact HomeLink customerservice at 1-800-355-3515.

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2. Press and hold the button on theHomeLink system you wish totrain and the button on the trans-mitter while the transmitter isapproximately 1 to 3 inches awayfrom the mirror. Do not release thebuttons until step 3 has been com-pleted.

3. The HomeLink indicator light willflash, first slowly and then rapidly.When the indicator light flashesrapidly, both buttons may bereleased. (The rapid flashing lightindicates successful programmingof the new frequency signal.)

✽✽ NOTICESome gate operators and garagedoor openers may require you toreplace step #3 with the “cycling”procedure noted in the “CanadianProgramming” section of this docu-ment.

Rolling code programmingTo train a garage door opener (orother rolling code equipped devices)with the rolling code feature, followthese instructions after completingthe “Programming” portion of thistext. (A second person may make thefollowing training procedures quicker& easier.) 4. Locate the “learn” or “smart” but-

ton on the device’s motor headunit. Exact location and color ofthe button may vary by productbrand. If there is difficulty locatingthe “learn” or “smart” button, refer-ence the device’s owner’s manualor contact HomeLink at 1-800-355-3515 or on the internet atwww.homelink.com.

5. Press and release the “learn” or“smart” button on the device’smotor head unit. You have 30 sec-onds to complete step number 6.

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6. Return to the vehicle and firmlypress and release the pro-grammed HomeLink button up tothree times. The rolling codeequipped device should now rec-ognize the HomeLink signal andactivate when the HomeLink but-ton is pressed. The remaining twobuttons may now be programmedif this has not previously beendone. Refer to the “Programming”portion of this text.

Operating HomeLink To operate, simply press the pro-grammed HomeLink button.Activation will now occur for thetrained product (garage door, securi-ty system, entry door lock, estategate, or home or office lighting). Forconvenience, the hand-held trans-mitter of the device may also be usedat any time. The HomeLink WirelessControls System (once programmed)or the original hand-held transmittermay be used to activate the device(e.g. garage door, entry door lock,etc.). In the event that there are stillprogramming difficulties, contactHomeLink at 1-800-355-3515 or onthe internet at www.homelink.com.

Erasing programmedHomeLink buttonsTo erase the three programmed but-tons (individual buttons cannot beerased):• Press and hold the left and center

buttons simultaniously, until theindicator light begins to flash(approximately 20 seconds).Release both buttons. Do not holdfor longer than 30 seconds.

HomeLink is now in the train (orlearning) mode and can be pro-grammed at any time.

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Reprogramming a singleHomeLink buttonTo program a device to HomeLinkusing a HomeLink button previouslytrained, follow these steps:1. Press and hold the desired

HomeLink button. Do NOT releaseuntil step 4 has been completed.

2. When the indicator light begins toflash slowly (after 20 seconds),position the hand-held transmitter1 to 3 inches away from theHomeLink surface.

3. Press and hold the hand-heldtransmitter button (or press and“cycle” - as described in“Canadian Programming” above).

4. The HomeLink indicator light willflash, first slowly and then rapidly.When the indicator light begins toflash rapidly, release both buttons.

The previous device has now beenerased and the new device can beactivated by pushing the HomeLinkbutton that has just been pro-grammed. This procedure will notaffect any other programmedHomeLink buttons.

Gate operator programming &canadian programmingDuring programming, your hand-heldtransmitter may automatically stoptransmitting. Continue to press andhold the HomeLink button (notesteps 2 through 4 in the“Programming” portion of this text)while you press and re-press(“cycle”) your handheld transmitterevery two seconds until the frequen-cy signal has been learned. The indi-cator light will flash slowly and thenrapidly after several seconds uponsuccessful training.

✽✽ NOTICEIf programming a garage dooropener or gate, it is advised tounplug the device during the“cycling” process to prevent possi-ble motor burn-up.

AccessoriesIf you would like additional informa-tion on the HomeLink WirelessControl System, HomeLink compati-ble products, or to purchase otheraccessories such as the HomeLink®Lighting Package, please contactHomeLink at 1-800-355-3515 or onthe internet at www.homelink.com.


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WARNINGChanges or modifications notexpressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliancecould void the user’s authorityto operate the equipment.IC: 4112104541A Gentex MODEL/FCC ID: NZLSTDHL3


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LABEL INFORMATION There are several important labelsand identification numbers locatedon your vehicle. The label locationsare identified in the illustrationsshown.

Vehicle identification number(VIN) To check the frame number underthe passenger seat, remove thecover by pulling one side markedwith “PULL”.

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ROAD WARNING

Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher servesas a warning to other drivers to exer-cise extreme caution whenapproaching, overtaking, or passingyour vehicle. It should be used when-ever emergency repairs are beingmade or when the vehicle is stoppednear the edge of a roadway.

Depress the flasher switch with theignition switch in any position. Theflasher switch is located in the centerconsole switch panel. All turn signallights will flash simultaneously.

• The hazard warning flasher oper-ates whether your vehicle is run-ning or not.

• The turn signals do not work whenthe hazard flasher is on.

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OVERHEATING If your temperature gauge indicatesoverheating, if you experience a lossof power, or if you hear a loud knock-ing or pinging noise, the engine hasprobably overheated. Should any ofthese symptoms occur, use the fol-lowing procedure:1. Turn on the hazard warning flash-

er, then drive to the nearest safelocation and stop your vehicle; setthe automatic transaxle in P(Park), or shift the manualtransaxle to N (Neutral) and applythe parking brake.

2. Make sure the air conditioner isoff.

3. If coolant or steam is boiling out ofthe radiator, stop the engine andcall an Authorized Kia Dealer forassistance.

If coolant is not boiling out, allowthe engine to idle and open thehood to permit the engine to coolgradually.If the temperature does not godown with the engine idling, stopthe engine and allow sufficienttime for it to cool.

4. The coolant level should then bechecked. If the level in the reser-voir is low, look for leaks at theradiator hoses and connections,heater hoses and connections,radiator, and water pump. If youfind a major leak or another prob-lem that may have caused theengine to overheat, do not operatethe engine until it has been cor-rected. Call an Authorized KiaDealer for assistance. If you do notfind a leak or other problem, care-fully add coolant to the reservoir.

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EMERGENCY STARTING Jump starting Jump starting can be dangerous ifdone incorrectly. Therefore, to avoidharm to yourself or damage to yourvehicle or battery, follow the jumpstarting procedures listed on page6-6. If in doubt, we strongly recom-mend that you have a competenttechnician or towing service jumpstart your vehicle.

✽✽ NOTICEUse only a 12-volt jumper system.You can damage a 12-volt startingmotor, ignition system, and otherelectrical parts beyond repair by useof a 24-volt power supply (either two12-volt batteries in series or a 24-volt motor generator set).

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away from the battery.The bat-tery produces hydrogen gaswhich may explode if exposedto flame or sparks.

• Do not attempt to jump startthe vehicle if the dischargedbattery is frozen or if the elec-trolyte level is low; the batterymay rupture or explode.

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2. If the booster battery is in anothervehicle, do not allow the vehiclesto touch.

3. Turn off all unnecessary electricalloads.

4. Connect the jumper cables in theexact sequence shown in the pre-vious illustration. First connect oneend of a jumper cable to the posi-tive terminal of the discharged bat-tery (➀), then connect the otherend to the positive terminal on thebooster battery (➁). Proceed toconnect one end of the otherjumper cable to the negative ter-minal of the booster battery (➂),then the other end to a solid, sta-tionary, metallic point (for exam-ple, the engine lifting bracket)away from the battery (➃). Do notconnect it to or near any part thatmoves when the engine iscranked.

Do not allow the jumper cables tocontact anything except the cor-rect battery terminals or the cor-rect ground. Do not lean over thebattery when making connections.

5. Start the engine of the vehicle withthe booster battery and let it run at2,000 rpm, then start the engine ofthe vehicle with the dischargedbattery.

If the cause of your battery discharg-ing is not apparent, you should haveyour vehicle checked by anAuthorized Kia Dealer.

Refer to illustration on page 6-5.

Push-starting Your manual transaxle-equippedvehicle should not be push-startedbecause it might damage the emis-sion control system.Vehicles equipped with automatictransaxle cannot be push-started.Follow the directions in this sectionfor jump-starting.

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CAUTIONNever tow a vehicle to start itbecause the sudden surge for-ward when the engine startscould cause a collision with thetow vehicle.

CAUTION - Battery cablesDo not connect the jumpercable from the negative terminalof the booster battery to thenegative terminal of the dis-charged battery. This can causethe discharged battery to over-heat and crack, releasing bat-tery acid.


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ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT PROTECTION

Fuses A vehicle’s electrical system is pro-tected from electrical overload dam-age by fuses.This vehicle has two fuse panels,one located in the driver's side panelbolster, the other in the engine com-partment near the battery.

If any of your vehicle’s lights, acces-sories, or controls do not work, checkthe appropriate circuit fuse. If a fusehas blown, the element inside thefuse will be melted.If the electrical system does notwork, first check the driver’s sidefuse panel.Always replace a blown fuse withone of the same rating.

If the replacement fuse blows, thisindicates an electrical problem. Avoidusing the system involved and imme-diately consult an Authorized KiaDealer.Two kinds of fuses are used: stan-dard for lower amperage rating andmain for higher amperage ratings.

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✽✽ NOTICEDo not use a screwdriver or anyother metal object to remove fusesbecause it may cause a short circuitand damage the system.

Driver’s side panel1. Turn the ignition switch and all

other switches off.2. Open the left side trim of the dri-

ver’s instrument panel. Do notremove the trim from the panelcompletely.

3. Pull the suspected fuse straightout. Use the removal tool providedin the fuse panel.

4. Check the removed fuse; replace itif it is blown.Spare fuses are provided in thefuse panel.

5. Push in a new fuse of the samerating, and make sure it fits tightlyin the clips.

If it fits loosely, consult an AuthorizedKia Dealer.If you do not have a spare, use afuse of the same rating from a circuityou may not need for operating thevehicle, such as the cigar lighterfuse.If the headlights or other electricalcomponents do not work and thefuses are OK, check the fuse block inthe engine compartment. If a fuse isblown, it must be replaced.

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WARNING - Fuse replace-ment

• Never replace a fuse with any-thing but another fuse of thesame rating.

• A higher capacity fuse couldcause damage possibly a fire.

• Never install a wire instead ofthe proper fuse - even as atemporary repair. It may causeextensive wiring damage andpossibly a fire.


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Engine compartment1. Turn the ignition switch and all

other switches off.2. Remove the fuse box cover by

pressing the taps on both endsand pulling up.

3. Check the removed fuse; replace itif it is blown. To remove or insertthe fuse, use the fuse puller in thedriver's side panel in the vehicle.

4. Push in a new fuse of the samerating, and make sure it fits tightlyin the clips.

If it fits loosely, consult an AuthorizedKia Dealer.

✽✽ NOTICEAfter checking the fuse box in theengine compartment, securelyinstall the fuse box cover. If not,electrical failures may occur fromwater leaking in.

Main fuseIf the ALT fuse is blown, it must beremoved as follows:1. Disconnect the negative battery

cable.2. Remove the screws shown in the

picture above.3. Replace the fuse with a new one

of the same rating.4. Reinstall in the reverse order of

removal.

✽✽ NOTICEIf the ALT fuse is blown, consult anAuthorized Kia Dealer.

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Description Fuse rating Protected componentTAIL RH 10A Taillight (right)RR HTR 30A Rear defrosterHAZARD 15A Hazard warning lightSAFETY P/WDW 15A Safety power windowHTD MIRR 10A Outside rearview mirror defrosterTAIL LH 10A Taillight (left)ECU (B+) 10A TCU, ImmobilizerP/OUTLET.RR 15A Power outlet (rear)RR FOG 10A Rear fog lampRR WIPER 15A Rear wiperF/MIRROR 10A Folding the outside rearview mirror

START 10AIgnition lock/inhibitor switch,Theft-alarm system

AV 10A AudioP/OUTLET.FR 15A Power outlet (front)OBD II 10A OBD II, DiagonosisS/HTR 20A Seat warmerSPARE 15A Spare fuseC/LIGHTER 15A Cigar lighter

AUDIO 10AETACS, Audio, Door lock,Electric remote control mirror

ROOM LP 10ACluster, ETACS, A/C, Clock,Room lamp

S/ROOF & D/LOCK 20A Sunroof, Door lockA/CON 10A Air conditionerIGN 10A Fuel filter heater, AQS, HeadlightP/WDW-1 30A Power window (left)

Description Fuse rating Protected componentP/WDW-2 30A Power window (right)SPARE 10A Spare fuseIG COIL 20A Ignition coilT/SIG 15A Turn signal lightA/BAG IND 10A ClusterCLUSTER 10A ClusterSPARE FUSE 15A Spare fuseSPARE FUSE 10A Spare fuseB/UP 10A Back-up lightA/BAG 15A AirbagABS 10A Anti-lock brake systemECU 10A TCS, ESP, ImmobilizerSPARE FUSE 30A Spare fuseSPARE FUSE 20A Spare fuseP/CONN 30A Power connector fuseSHUNT CONN - Shunt connector

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Description Fuse rating Protected componentA/CON - Air conditioner relayATM - Automatic transaxle control relayCOND2 - Condenser (low) relay DEICE - Defroster relayF/FOG - Front fog light relayF/PUMP - Fuel pump relayHDLP HI - Headlight (high) relayHDLP LO - Headlight (low) relayHORN - Horn relayWIPER - Wiper relayCOND1 - Condenser (high) relay MAIN - Main relaySTART - Start motor relayCOND1 40A Condenser (high)COND2 30A Condenser (low)IGN1 30A Ignition switchIGN2 30A Start motorABS1 40A ABS, ESPABS2 40A ABS, ESPIP B+ 60A In panel B+BLOWER 40A Blower

ALT2.0L Gasoline 120A

Alternator2.7L Gasoline 140A

A/CON 10A Air conditionerSNSR 10A SensorsDEICE 15A Defroster

Description Fuse rating Protected componentDRL 15A Daytime running lightF/FOG 15A Front fog lightF/PUMP 15A Fuel pumpF/WIPER 20A Front wiperHDLP HI 20A Headlight (high)HDLP LO 15A Headlight (low)HORN 15A HornINJ 15A InjectorSTOP 15A Stop light4WD 20A 4WD ECMAMP 20A AmplifierATM 20A Automatic transaxle control ECU 30A Engine control unitSPARE 10A Spare fuseSPARE 15A Spare fuseSPARE 20A Spare fuseSPARE 30A Spare fuse


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Power connector fuseYour vehicle is equipped with apower connector fuse to prevent bat-tery discharge if your vehicle isparked without being operated forprolonged periods. Use the followingprocedures before parking the vehi-cle for prolonged period.

1. Turn off the engine.2. Turn off the headlights and tail

lights.3. Open the driver’s side panel cover

and pull up the “P/CONN 30A”.

✽✽ NOTICE• If the power connector fuse is

pulled up from the fuse panel, thewarning chime, audio, clock andinterior lamps, etc., will not oper-ate. Some items must be reset afterreplacement. (Refer to “Items tobe reset···.” on page 7-32)

• Even though the power connectorfuse is pulled up, the battery canstill be discharged by operation ofthe headlights or other electricaldevices.

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If emergency towing is necessary,we recommend having it done by anauthorized Kia dealer or a commer-cial tow-truck service. Proper liftingand towing procedures are neces-sary to prevent damage to the vehi-cle. The use of wheel dollies orflatbed is recommended.For trailer towing guidelines informa-tion, refer to section 5 “Driving Tips”.

On 4WD vehicles, your vehiclemust be towed with a wheel liftand dollies or flatbed equipmentwith all the wheels off the ground.

On 2WD vehicles, it is acceptable totow the vehicle with the rear wheelson the ground (without dollies) andthe front wheels off the ground.When being towed by a commercialtow truck and wheel dollies are notused, the front of the vehicle shouldalways be lifted, not the rear.

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with the front wheels on theground as this may cause damageto the vehicle.

• Do not tow with sling-type equip-ment. Use wheel lift or flatbedequipment.

When towing your vehicle in anemergency without wheel dollies :1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC

position.2. Place the transaxle shift lever in N

(Neutral).3. Release the parking brake.

✽✽ NOTICEFailure to place the transaxle shiftlever in N (Neutral) may causeinternal damage to the transaxle.

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Towing with a vehicle otherthan a tow truck If towing is necessary, we recom-mend you to have it done by anAuthorized Kia dealer or a commer-cial tow truck service.If towing service is not available in anemergency, your vehicle may betemporarily towed using a cable orchain secured to the emergency tow-ing hook under the front or rear of thevehicle. Use extreme caution whentowing the vehicle. A driver must bein the vehicle to steer it and operatethe brakes.

Towing in this manner may be doneonly on hard-surfaced roads for ashort distance and at low speeds.Also, the wheels, axles, power train,steering and brakes must all be ingood condition.• Do not use the tow hooks to pull a

vehicle out of mud, sand or otherconditions from which the vehiclecannot be driven out under its ownpower.

• Avoid towing a vehicle heavier thanthe vehicle doing the towing.

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✽✽ NOTICE• Attach a towing strap to the tow

hook.• Using a portion of the vehicle

other than the tow hooks for tow-ing may damage the body of yourvehicle.

• Use only a cable or chain specifi-cally intended for use in towingvehicles. Securely fasten the cableor chain to the towing hook pro-vided.

• Before emergency towing, checkthat the hook is not broken or dam-aged.

• Fasten the towing cable or chainsecurely to the hook.

• Do not jerk the hook. Apply steadyand even force.

• To avoid damaging the hook, donot pull from the side or at a verti-cal angle. Always pull straightahead.

• Use a towing strap less than 5 m(16 feet) long. Attach a white or redcloth (about 30 cm (12 inches)wide) in the middle of the strap foreasy visibility.

• Drive carefully so that the towingstrap is not loosened during tow-ing.

CAUTIONUse extreme caution when tow-ing the vehicle.• Avoid sudden starts or erratic

driving maneuvers whichwould place excessive stresson the emergency towinghook and towing cable orchain. The hook and towingcable or chain may break andcause serious injury or dam-age.

• If the towing vehicle can hard-ly move, do not forcibly con-tinue the towing. Contact anAuthorized Kia dealer or acommercial tow truck servicefor assistance.

• Tow the vehicle as straightahead as possible.

• Keep away from the vehicleduring towing.

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When your vehicle is beingtowed by another vehicleother than a tow truck (in caseof an emergency) • Turn the ignition switch to ACC so

the steering wheel isn’t locked.• Place the transaxle shift lever in N

(Neutral).• Release the parking bake.• Vehicles equipped with automatic

transaxles should not exceed 45km/h (28 mph) and should not betowed more than 80 km (50 miles).

• Vehicles equipped with manualtransaxle should not be towed inexcess of 88 km/h (55 mph) andshould not be towed more than645 km (400 miles).

• Press the brake pedal with moreforce than normal since you willhave reduced brake performance.

• More steering effort will berequired because the power steer-ing system will be disabled.

• If you are driving down a long hill,the brakes may overheat and brakeperformance will be reduced. Stopoften and let the brakes cool off.

✽✽ NOTICETo prevent internal damage to thetransaxle, never tow your vehiclefrom the rear (backwards) with allfour tires in contact with the sur-face.

Tips for towing a stuck vehicleThe following methods are effectivewhen your vehicle is stuck in mud,sand or similar substances that pre-vent the vehicle from being drivenout under its own power.• Remove the soil and sand, etc.

from the front and the back of thetires.

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IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE

The spare tire, jack, jack handle,wheel lug nut wrench are stored inthe luggage compartment. Removethe luggage under tray out of the wayto reach this equipment.

Removing the spare tire Turn the tire hold-down wing boltcounterclockwise.Store the tire in the reverse order ofremoval.To prevent the spare tire and toolsfrom “rattling” while the vehicle is inmotion, store them properly.

Important - use of compactspare tireyour vehicle is equipped with a com-pact spare tire. This compact sparetire takes up less space than a regu-lar-size tire. This tire is smaller than aconventional tire and is designed fortemporary use only.

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when the compact spare is inuse. The compact spareshould be replaced by theproper conventional tire andrim at the first opportunity.

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✽✽ NOTICECheck the inflation pressure afterinstalling the spare tire. Adjust it tothe specified pressure, as necessary.

When using a compact spare tire,observe the following precautions:• Under no circumstances should

you exceed 80 km/h (50 mph); ahigher speed could damage thetire.

• Ensure that you drive slowlyenough for the road conditions toavoid all hazards. Any road hazard,such as a pothole or debris, couldseriously damage the compactspare.

• Any continuous road use of this tirecould result in tire failure, loss ofvehicle control, and possible per-sonal injury.

• Do not exceed the vehicle’s maxi-mum load rating or the load-carry-ing capacity shown on the sidewallof the compact spare tire.

• Avoid driving over obstacles. Thecompact spare tire diameter issmaller than the diameter of a con-ventional tire and reduces theground clearance approximately25 mm (1 inch), which could resultin damage to the vehicle.

• Do not take this vehicle through anautomatic car wash.

• Do not use tire chains on this tire.Because of the smaller size, a tirechain will not fit properly.This coulddamage the vehicle and result inloss of the chain.

• This tire should not be installed onthe front axle if the vehicle must bedriven in snow or on ice.

• Do not use the compact spare tireon any other vehicle because thistire has been designed especiallyfor your vehicle.

• The compact spare tire’s tread lifeis shorter than a regular tire.Inspect your compact spare tireregularly and replace worn com-pact spare tires with the same sizeand design, mounted on the samewheel.

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Changing tires Jacking instructions The jack is provided for emergencytire changing only.Follow jacking instructions to reducethe possibility of personal injury.

WARNING - Changingtires

• Never attempt vehicle repairsin the traffic lanes of a publicroad or highway.

• Always move the vehicle com-pletely off the road and ontothe shoulder before trying tochange a tire. The jack shouldbe used on level firm ground.If you cannot find a firm, levelplace off the road, call a tow-ing service company forassistance.

• Be sure to use the correctfront and rear jacking posi-tions on the vehicle; never usethe bumpers or any other partof the vehicle for jack support.

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(Continued)• The vehicle can easily roll off

the jack causing seriousinjury or death. No personshould place any portion oftheir body under a vehicle thatis supported only by a jack ;use vehicle support stands.

• Do not start or run the enginewhile the vehicle is on thejack.

• Do not allow anyone to remainin the vehicle while it is on thejack.

• Make sure any children pres-ent are in a secure place awayfrom the road and from thevehicle to be raised with thejack.

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Tire replacement 1. Park on a level surface and apply

the parking brake firmly.2. Shift the shift lever into R

(Reverse) with manual transaxleor P (Park) with automatictransaxle.

3. Activate the hazard warning flash-er.

4. Remove the wheel lug nut wrench,jack, jack handle, and spare tirefrom the vehicle.

5. Block both the front and rear of thewheel that is diagonally oppositethe jack position.

WARNING - Changing a tire• To prevent vehicle movement

while changing a tire, alwaysset the parking brake fully, andalways block the wheel diago-nally opposite the wheel beingchanged.

• It is recommended that thewheels of the vehicle bechocked, and that no personshould remain in a vehicle thatis being jacked.

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6. Loosen the wheel lug nuts coun-terclockwise one turn each, but donot remove any nut until the tirehas been raised off the ground.

7. Place the jack at the front or rearjacking position closest to the tireyou are changing. Place the jackat the designated locations underthe frame. The jacking positionsare plates welded to the framewith two tabs and a raised dot toindex with the jack.

WARNING - Jack locationTo reduce the possibility ofinjury, be sure to use only thejack provided with the vehicleand in the correct jack position;never use any other part of thevehicle for jack support.

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8. Insert the jack handle into the jackand turn it clockwise, raising thevehicle until the tire just clears theground. This measurement isapproximately 30 mm (1.2 in).Before removing the wheel lugnuts, make sure the vehicle is sta-ble and that there is no chance formovement or slippage.

9. Remove the wheel lug nuts byturning them counterclockwise,then remove the wheel.

10. Mount the spare tire into positionand install the wheel lug nutswith the beveled edge inward.

11. Once the wheel lug nuts havebeen tightened, lower the vehiclefully to the ground and continue totighten the lug nuts until they arefully secured. Tighten the wheellug nuts firmly in a “star” pattern.If you are unsure of the tightnessof the wheel lug nuts, have themchecked at the nearest servicestation. The specified tighteningtorque is 9~11 kg•m (65-79 lb•ft,88-107 N•m). Improperly tight-ened wheel lug nuts could causebrake pedal vibration while brak-ing.

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CAUTIONYour vehicle has metric threadson the wheel studs and nuts.Make certain during wheelremoval that the same nutsremoved are reinstalled - or, ifreplaced, that nuts with metricthreads and the same chamferconfiguration are used.Installation of a non-metricthread nut on a metric stud orvice-versa will not secure thewheel to the hub properly andwill damage the stud so that itmust be replaced.Note that most lug nuts do nothave metric threads. Be sure touse extreme care in checkingfor thread style before installingaftermarket lug nuts or wheels.If in doubt, consult anAuthorized Kia Dealer.


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To prevent the jack, jack handle,wheel lug nut wrench and spare tirefrom rattling while the vehicle is inmotion, store them properly.

WARNING - Wheel studsIf the studs are damaged, theymay lose their ability to retainthe wheel.This could lead to theloss of the wheel and a collisionresulting in serious injuries.

WARNING - Inadequatespare tire pressure

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Maintenance services / 7-3Maintenance schedule / 7-4Owner maintenance / 7-8Engine compartment / 7-11Engine oil and oil filter / 7-13Engine cooling system / 7-15Brakes and clutch / 7-18Parking brake / 7-19Drive belts / 7-20Power steering / 7-21Steering wheel / 7-22Automatic transaxle / 7-23Manual transaxle / 7-25Rear differential (4WD) / 7-25Transfer case (4WD) / 7-25

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MAINTENANCE SERVICESYou should exercise the utmost careto prevent damage to your vehicleand injury to yourself whenever per-forming any maintenance or inspec-tion procedures.Should you have any doubts con-cerning the inspection or servicing ofyour vehicle, we strongly recom-mend that you have an AuthorizedKia Dealer perform this work.An Authorized Kia Dealer has facto-ry-trained technicians and genuineKia parts to service your vehicleproperly. For expert advice and qual-ity service, see an Authorized KiaDealer.Inadequate, incomplete or insuffi-cient servicing may result in opera-tional problems with your vehicle thatcould lead to vehicle damage, anaccident, or personal injury.

Owner’s responsibility

Maintenance Service and RecordRetention are the owner's respon-sibility.

You should retain documents thatshow proper maintenance has beenperformed on your vehicle in accor-dance with the scheduled mainte-nance service charts shown on thefollowing pages. You need this infor-mation to establish your compliancewith the servicing and maintenancerequirements of your Kia warranties.Detailed warranty information is pro-vided in your Warranty & ConsumerInformation manual.

Repairs and adjustments required asa result of improper maintenance ora lack of required maintenance arenot covered.We strongly recommend that all vehi-cle maintenance be performed by anauthorized Kia dealer using genuineKia parts.

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MAINTENANCEINTERVALS

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Engine control system

Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first

× 1,000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128

# Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64

Engine oil & engine oil filter (1) R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R

Drive belts (tension) I I I I

Cooling system hoses & connections I I I I I

Engine coolant (1) I I I I I R I I I I I R I I I I

Fuel filter R R

Fuel tank cap, lines, EVAP canister and hoses I I

Fuel tank air filter I R I R I

Air cleaner element (2) I I I I I R I I I I I R I I I I

Ignition wires I I

Spark plugs2.0L (Platinum) R

2.7L (lridium)

PCV valve (if equipped) I I I I

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× 1,000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128

# Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64

Air conditioner compressor operation & I I I I I

refrigerant amount (if equipped)

Exhaust pipes, heat shield & mountings I I I I I I I I

Transfer case fluid (4WD) I I I I R I I I I R I I I I R I

Rear differential fluid (4WD) I I I I I I I I I R I I I I I I

Front suspension ball joints I I I I

Brakes/clutch fluid (1) I I I I I I I R I I I I I I I R

Front brake pads & discs (3) I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

Rear brake pads & discs/drums (3) I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

Parking brake I I I I I I I I

Brake lines & connections I I I I I

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Manual transaxle oil (1) I I I R I I I R I I I R I I I R

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× 1,000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128

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Automatic transaxle fluid (1) I I I R I I I R I I I R I I I R

Chassis & underbody bolts & nuts I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

Tire condition & inflation pressure I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

Wheel alignment (4)

Tire rotation

Steering operation & linkage I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

Power steering fluid & lines I I I I I I I I

Driveshaft u-joints L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L

Driveshaft dust boots I I I I I

Safety belts, buckles & anchors I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

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Chart symbols:I- Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary, correct, clean, refill, adjust of replace.R- Replace or changeL- Lubricate.

(1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual(2) More frequent maintenance is required if driving under dusty conditions.(3) More frequent maintenance is required if the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions:

a. Short-distance drivingb. Driving on dusty roads.c. Extensive idling or slow-speed driving in stop-and-go traffic.

(4) If necessary, rotate and balance the wheels.

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OWNER MAINTENANCE Owner maintenance schedule The following lists are vehicle checksand inspections that should be per-formed by the owner or anAuthorized Kia Dealer at the fre-quencies indicated to help ensuresafe, dependable operation of yourvehicle.Any adverse conditions should bebrought to the attention of your deal-er as soon as possible.These Owner Maintenance Checksare generally not covered by war-ranties and you may be charged forlabor, parts and lubricants used.

When you stop for fuel:• Check the engine oil level.• Check coolant level in coolant

reservoir.

• Check the windshield washer fluidlevel.

• Look for low or under-inflated tires.

While operating your vehicle:• Note any changes in the sound of

the exhaust or any smell ofexhaust fumes in the vehicle.

• Check for vibrations in the steeringwheel. Notice any increased steer-ing effort or looseness in the steer-ing wheel, or change in its straight-ahead position.

• Notice if your vehicle constantlyturns slightly or “pulls” to one sidewhen traveling on smooth, levelroad.

• When stopping, listen and checkfor strange sounds, pulling to oneside, increased brake pedal travelor “hard-to-push” brake pedal.

• If any slipping or changes in theoperation of your transaxle occurs,check the transaxle fluid level.

• Check automatic transaxle P(Park) function.

• Check parking brake.• Check for fluid leaks under your

vehicle (water dripping from the airconditioning system during or afteruse is normal).

WARNING Be careful when checking yourengine coolant level when theengine is hot. Scalding hotcoolant and steam may blow outunder pressure.This could causeburns or other serious injury.


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At least monthly:• Check coolant level in the coolant

recovery reservoir.• Check the operation of all exterior

lights, including the stoplights, turnsignals and hazard warning flash-ers.

• Check the inflation pressures of alltires including the spare.

At least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall) :• Check radiator, heater and air con-

ditioning hoses for leaks or da-mage.

• Check windshield washer sprayand wiper operation. Clean wiperblades with clean cloth dampenedwith washer fluid.

• Check headlight alignment.• Check muffler, exhaust pipes,

shields and clamps.• Check the lap/shoulder belts for

wear and function.• Check for worn tires and loose

wheel lug nuts.

At least once a year :• Clean body and door drain holes.• Lubricate door hinges and checks,

and hood hinges.• Lubricate door and hood locks and

latches.• Lubricate door rubber weather-

strips.• Check the air conditioning system

before the warm weather season.• Check the power steering fluid

level.• Inspect and lubricate automatic

transaxle linkage and controls.• Clean battery and terminals.• Check the brake fluid level.


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Owner maintenance precau-tions Improper or incomplete service mayresult in problems. This section givesinstructions only for the maintenanceitems that are easy to perform.As explained earlier in this section,several procedures can be done onlyby an Authorized Kia Dealer withspecial tools.

Improper owner maintenance dur-ing the warranty period may affectwarranty coverage. For details,read the separate Kia Warranty &Consumer Information Manualprovided with the vehicle. If you'reunsure about any servicing ormaintenance procedure, have itdone by an Authorized Kia Dealer.

WARNING - Maintenancework

• Performing maintenance workon a vehicle can be danger-ous. You can be seriouslyinjured while performing somemaintenance procedures. Ifyou lack sufficient knowledgeand experience or the propertools and equipment to do thework, have it done by anAuthorized Kia Dealer.

• Working under the hood withthe engine running is danger-ous. It becomes even moredangerous when you wearjewelry or loose clothing.These can become entangledin moving parts and result ininjury. Always remove allloose or hanging clothing andall jewelry before working onthe engine.


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1. Power steering fluid reservoir

2. Engine oil filler cap

3. Brake fluid reservoir

4. Air cleaner

5. Fuse box

6. Negative battery terminal

7. Radiator cap

8. Positive battery terminal

9. Auto transaxle oil dipstick (if equipped)

10. Engine oil dipstick

11. Engine coolant reservoir

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1. Power steering fluid reservoir

2. Engine oil filler cap

3. Brake fluid reservoir

4. Air cleaner

5. Fuse box

6. Negative battery terminal

7. Radiator cap

8. Positive battery terminal

9. Auto transaxle oil dipstick (if equipped)

10. Engine coolant reservoir

11. Engine oil dipstick

12. Windshield washer fluid reser-voir

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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTERChecking the engine oil level 1. Be sure the vehicle is on level

ground.2. Start the engine and allow it to

reach normal operating tempera-ture.

3. Turn the engine off and wait for afew minutes (about 5 minutes) forthe oil to return to the oil pan.

4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean,and re-insert it fully.

5. Pull the dipstick out again andcheck the level. The level shouldbe between F and L.

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WARNING - Radiatorhose

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For 2.7L gasoline engine, use afunnel to refill the new oil comfort-ably.

Use only the specified engine oil.(Refer to “Recommended Lubricants”later in this section.)

Changing the engine oil andfilterHave engine oil and filter changed byan Authorized Kia Dealer accordingto the Maintenance Schedule at thebeginning of this section.

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ENGINE COOLING SYSTEMThe high-pressure cooling systemhas a reservoir filled with year-roundantifreeze coolant. The reservoir isfilled at the factory.Check the antifreeze protection andcoolant level at least once a year, atthe beginning of the winter season,and before traveling to a colder cli-mate.

Checking the coolant level

WARNING - Removingradiator cap

• Never attempt to remove theradiator cap while the engineis operating or hot. Doing somight lead to cooling systemand engine damage and couldresult in serious personalinjury from escaping hotcoolant or steam.

• Turn the engine off and waituntil it cools down. Useextreme care when removingthe radiator cap. Wrap a thicktowel around it, and turn itcounterclockwise slowly tothe first stop. Step back whilethe pressure is released fromthe cooling system. When youare sure all the pressure hasbeen released, press down onthe cap, using a thick towel,and continue turning counter-clockwise to remove it.

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ating, do not remove the radi-ator cap or the drain plugwhile the engine and radiatorare hot. Hot coolant and steammay still blow out under pres-sure, causing serious injury.


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Check the condition and connectionsof all cooling system hoses andheater hoses. Replace any swollenor deteriorated hoses.

The coolant level should be filledbetween F and L marks on the sideof the coolant reservoir when theengine is cool.

If the coolant level is low, add enoughspecified coolant to provide protec-tion against freezing and corrosion.Bring the level to F, but do not over-fill. If frequent additions are required,see an Authorized Kia Dealer for acooling system inspection.

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Changing coolant Have coolant changed by anAuthorized Kia Dealer according tothe Maintenance Schedule at thebeginning of this section.• Use only soft (de-mineralized)

water in the coolant mixture.• The engine in your vehicle has alu-

minum engine parts and must beprotected by an ethylene-glycol-based coolant to prevent corrosionand freezing.

• DO NOT USE alcohol or methanolcoolant or mix them with the spec-ified coolant.

• Do not use a solution that containsmore than 60% antifreeze or lessthan 35% antifreeze, which wouldreduce the effectiveness of thesolution.

For mixture percentage, refer to thefollowing table.

WARNING - Radiator capDo not remove the radiator capwhen the engine and radiatorare hot. Scalding hot coolantand steam may blow out underpressure causing serious injury.

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-15°C (5°F) 35 65

-25°C (-13°F) 40 60

-35°C (-31°F) 50 50

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BRAKES AND CLUTCH (IF EQUIPPED)

Checking brake/clutch fluidlevel Check the fluid level in the reservoirperiodically. The fluid level should bebetween MAX and MIN marks on theside of the reservoir.Before removing the reservoir capand adding brake/clutch fluid, cleanthe area around the reservoir capthoroughly to prevent brake/clutchfluid contamination.

If the level is low, add fluid to theMAX level. The level will fall withaccumulated mileage. This is a nor-mal condition associated with thewear of the brake linings. If the fluidlevel is excessively low, have thebrake system checked by anAuthorized Kia Dealer.

Use only the specified brake/clutchfluid. (Refer to “RecommendedLubricants” later in this section.)

Never mix different types of fluid.

WARNING - Brake fluidWhen changing and addingbrake/clutch fluid, handle itcarefully. Do not let it come incontact with your eyes. Ifbrake/clutch fluid should comein contact with your eyes, imme-diately flush them with a largequantity of fresh tap water. Haveyour eyes examined by a doctoras soon as possible.

WARNING - Loss of brakefluid

In the event the brake systemrequires frequent additions offluid, the vehicle should beinspected by an Authorized KiaDealer.

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✽✽ NOTICEDo not allow brake/clutch fluid tocontact the vehicle's body paint, aspaint damage will result.Brake/clutch fluid, which has beenexposed to open air for an extendedtime should never be used as itsquality cannot be guaranteed. Itshould be thrown out. Don't put inthe wrong kind of fluid. A few dropsof mineral-based oil, such as engineoil, in your brake clutch system candamage brake clutch system parts. Checking the parking brake

Check the stroke of the parkingbrake by counting the number of“clicks’’ heard while fully applying itfrom the released position. Also, theparking brake alone should securelyhold the vehicle on a fairly steepgrade. If the stroke is more or lessthan specified, have the parkingbrake adjusted by an Authorized KiaDealer.

Stroke : 7~8 “clicks’’ at a force of 20 kg (44 lbs, 196 N).

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DRIVE BELTSChecking the compressordrive beltHave the drive belts checked inaccordance with the maintenanceschedule.

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➀ P/S pump pulley

➁ Water pump pulley

➂ A/C compressor pulley

➃ Generator pulley

➄ Crankshaft pulley

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Drive belts should be checked periodically for proper tension and adjusted(2.0L only) if necessary. At the same time, belts should be examined forcracks, wear, fraying or other evidence of deterioration and replaced if nec-essary.Belt routing should also be checked to be sure there is no interferencebetween the belts and other parts of the engine. After a belt is replaced, thenew belt should be adjusted again after two or three weeks to eliminate slackresulting from initial stretching after use.


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POWER STEERING

Checking the power steeringfluid level With the vehicle on level ground,check the fluid level in the powersteering reservoir periodically. Thefluid should be between MAX andMIN marks on the side of the reser-voir at the normal temperature.Before adding power steering fluid,thoroughly clean the area around thereservoir cap to prevent power steer-ing fluid contamination.If the level is low, add fluid to theMAX level.

In the event the power steering sys-tem requires frequent addition offluid, the vehicle should be inspectedby an Authorized Kia Dealer.

✽✽ NOTICE• To avoid damage to the power

steering pump, do not operate thevehicle for prolonged periods witha low power steering fluid level.

• Never start the engine when thereservoir tank is empty.

• When adding fluid, be careful thatdirt does not get into the tank.

• Too little fluid can make the steer-ing wheel heavier or strange noisecan be generated.

• The use of the non-specified fluidcould reduce the effectiveness ofthe power steering wheel andcause damage to it.

Use only the specified power steer-ing fluid. (Refer to "RecommendedLubricants" later in this section.)

Power steering hoseCheck the connections for oil leaks,severe damage and the twists in thepower steering hose before driving.

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Park the vehicle on level ground,start the car and place the tirewheels in the straight-ahead posi-tion. Turn the steering wheel to theleft and right with a little force andcheck the free play until you get afeel for resistance against the tirewheels movement.Standard value: 30 mm (1.2 in) orless

✽✽ NOTICEIf the measured value exceeds thestandard value, have the systemchecked by an authorized Kia deal-er.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (IF EQUIPPED)

Checking the automatictransaxle fluid level The automatic transaxle fluid levelshould be checked regularly.The volume of the transaxle fluidchanges with temperature. Althoughit is best to check the level after hav-ing driven the vehicle for at least 30minutes, the level can be checkedafter warming the fluid using the fol-lowing procedure.

1. Park the vehicle on level groundand firmly apply the parking brake.

2. Allow the engine to idle for about 2minutes.

3. Depress the brake pedal andmove the shift lever slowly throughall ranges then set it in P (Park).

4. With the engine still idling, pull outthe dipstick, wipe it clean and rein-sert it fully.

5. Pull out the dipstick again andcheck the fluid level.

✽✽ NOTICE• Low fluid level causes transaxle

slippage. Overfilling can causefoaming, loss of fluid andtransaxle malfunction.

• The use of a non-specified fluidcould result in transaxle malfunc-tion and failure.

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WARNING - Transaxlefluid

The transaxle fluid level shouldbe checked when the engine isat normal operating tempera-ture. This means that theengine, radiator, radiator hoseand exhaust system etc., arevery hot. Exercise great care notto burn yourself during this pro-cedure.

WARNING - Parking brakeTo avoid sudden movement ofthe vehicle, apply parking brakeand depress the brake pedalbefore moving the shift lever.


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If the fluid has been warmed to nor-mal operating temperature of approx-imately 70~80°C (158~176°F), thefluid level should be within “HOT”range.

“COLD” scale is for reference onlyand should NOT be used to deter-mine transaxle fluid level.

New automatic transaxle fluidshould be red. The red dye isadded so the assembly plant canidentify it as automatic transaxlefluid and distinguish it fromengine oil or antifreeze. The reddye, which is not an indicator offluid quality, is not permanent. Asthe vehicle is driven, the automat-ic transaxle fluid will begin to lookdarker. The color may eventuallyappear light brown.

✽✽ NOTICEHave an Authorized Kia dealerchange the automatic transaxle fluidaccording to the ScheduledMaintenance at the beginning of thissection.

Changing automatic transaxlefluidHave automatic transaxle fluidchanged by an Authorized KiaDealer according to the MaintenanceSchedule at the beginning of thissection.

Use only the specified automatictransaxle fluid. (Refer to"Recommended Lubricants" later inthis section.)

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Checking or changing manualtransaxle fluidHave manual transaxle fluid checkedor changed by an Authorized KiaDealer according to the MaintenanceSchedule at the beginning of thissection.

Use only the specified manualtransaxle fluid. (Refer to"Recommended Lubricants" later inthis section.)

Checking or changing rear dif-ferential fluidHave rear differential fluid checked orchanged by an Authorized KiaDealer according to the MaintenanceSchedule at the beginning of thissection.

Use only the specified rear differen-tial fluid. (Refer to "RecommendedLubricants" later in this section.)

Checking or changing transfercase fluidHave transfer case fluid checked orchanged by an Authorized KiaDealer according to the MaintenanceSchedule at the beginning of thissection.

Use only the specified transfer casefluid. (Refer to "RecommendedLubricants" later in this section.)

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Checking the washer fluidlevel The reservoir is translucent so thatyou can check the level with a quickvisual inspection.Check the fluid level in the washerfluid reservoir and add fluid if neces-sary. Plain water may be used ifwasher fluid is not available.However, use washer solvent withantifreeze characteristics in cold cli-mates to prevent freezing.

Body lubrication All moving points of the body, suchas door hinges, hood hinges, andlocks, should be lubricated each timethe engine oil is changed. Use a non-freezing lubricant on locks duringcold weather.Make sure the engine hood second-ary latch keeps the hood from open-ing when the primary latch isreleased.

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WARNING - Coolant• Do not use radiator coolant or

antifreeze in the washer fluidreservoir.

• Radiator coolant can severelyobscure visibility whensprayed on the windshieldand may cause loss of vehiclecontrol or damage to paintand body trim.

• Windshield Washer fluidagents contain some amountsof alcohol and can be flamma-ble under certain circum-stances. Do not allow sparksor flame to contact the washerfluid or the washer fluid reser-voir. Damage to the vehicle orit's occupants could occur.

• Windshield washer fluid ispoisonous to humans and ani-mals. Do not drink and avoidcontacting windshield washerfluid. Serious injury or deathcould occur.


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Element replacement Have the air cleaner elementchecked and replaced in accordancewith the maintenance schedule.

✽✽ NOTICEDo not drive with the air cleanerremoved; this will result in excessiveengine wear.

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CAUTION - EngineDriving without an air cleanerencourages backfiring, whichcould cause a fire in the enginecompartment.


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AIR CONDITIONER AIR FILTER (IF EQUIPPED)

The air conditioner air filter installedbehind the glove box filters the dustor other pollutants that come into thevehicle from the outside through theheating and air conditioning system.If dust or other pollutants accumulatein the filter over a period of time, theair flow from the air vents maydecrease, resulting in moisture accu-mulation on the inside of the wind-shield even when the outside (fresh)are position is selected. If this hap-pens, have the air conditioner air fil-ter replaced by an Authorized KiaDealer.

The air filter should be replacedevery 15,000 km (10,000 miles). Ifthe vehicle is operated in the severe-ly air-polluted cities or on dustyrough roads for a long period, itshould be inspected more frequentlyand replaced earlier. When you try toreplace the air filter by owner mainte-nance, replace it performing the fol-lowing procedure, and in this case,be careful to avoid damaging othercomponents.1LDA5047

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Recirculatedair

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Wiper blade maintenance Commercial hot waxes applied byautomatic car washes have beenknown to make the windshield dif-ficult to clean.

Contamination of either the wind-shield or the wiper blades with for-eign matter can reduce the effective-ness of the windshield wipers.Common sources of contaminationare insects, tree sap, and hot waxtreatments used by some commer-cial car washes. If the blades are notwiping properly, clean both the win-dow and the blades with a goodcleaner or mild detergent, and rinsethoroughly with clean water.

✽✽ NOTICETo prevent damage to the wiperblades, do not use gasoline,kerosene, paint thinner, or other sol-vents on or near them.

Windshield wiper bladereplacement When the wipers no longer cleanadequately, the blades may be wornor cracked, and require replacement.

✽✽ NOTICETo prevent damage to the wiperarms or other components, do notattempt to move the wipers manual-ly.

✽✽ NOTICEThe use of a non-specified wiperblade could result in wiper malfunc-tion and failure.

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1. Raise the wiper arm and turn thewiper blade assembly to exposethe plastic locking clip.

✽✽ NOTICEDo not allow the wiper arm to fallagainst the windshield, since it maychip or crack the windshield.

2. Compress the clip and slide theblade assembly downward.

3. Lift it off the arm.4. Install the blade assembly in the

reverse order of removal.

Rear window wiper bladereplacement 1. Raise the wiper arm and pull out

the wiper blade assembly.

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2. Install the new blade assembly byinserting the center part (➀) intothe slot (➁) in the wiper arm until itclicks into place.

3. Make sure the blade assembly isinstalled firmly by gently pulling onthe blade.

WARNING - Battery dangers

Always read the follow-ing instructions carefullywhen handling a battery.

Keep lighted cigarettesand all other flames orsparks away from thebattery.

Hydrogen, a highly com-bustible gas, is alwayspresent in battery cellsand may explode if ignit-ed.

Keep batteries out of thereach of childrenbecause batteries con-tain highly corrosiveSULFURIC ACID. Do notallow battery acid to con-tact your skin, eyes,clothing or paint finish.

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If any electrolyte getsinto your eyes, flush youreyes with clean water forat least 15 minutes andget immediate medicalattention. If possible,continue to apply waterwith a sponge or clothuntil medical attention isreceived.If electrolyte gets onyour skin, thoroughlywash the contacted area.If you feel a pain or aburning sensation, getmedical attention imme-diately.

Wear eye protectionwhen charging or work-ing near a battery.Always provide ventila-tion when working in anenclosed space.

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For best battery service :• Keep the battery securely mount-

ed.• Keep the battery top clean and dry.• Keep the terminals and connec-

tions clean, tight, and coated withpetroleum jelly or terminal grease.

• Rinse any spilled electrolyte fromthe battery immediately with asolution of water and baking soda.

• If the vehicle is not going to beused for an extended time, discon-nect the battery cables.

Battery recharging Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,calcium-based battery.• If the battery becomes discharged

in a short time (because, for exam-ple, the headlights or interior lightswere left on while the vehicle wasnot in use), recharge it by slowcharging (trickle) for 10 hours.

• If the battery gradually dischargesbecause of high electric load whilethe vehicle is being used, rechargeit at 20-30A for two hours.

Items to be reset after the batteryhas been discharged or the bat-tery has been disconnected.• Clock (See page 3-98)• Sunroof (See page 3-100)• Trip computer (See page 4-42)• Compass (See page 4-54)• Climate control system (See pages

4-66)• Audio (See the audio manual)

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battery, excessive pressure onthe case may cause batteryacid to leak, resulting in per-sonal injury. Lift with a batterycarrier or with your hands onopposite corners.

• Never attempt to recharge thebattery when the batterycables are connected.

• The electrical ignition systemworks with high voltage.Never touch these compo-nents with the engine runningor the ignition switched on.

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✽✽ NOTICE• Before performing maintenance

or recharging the battery, turn offall accessories and stop the engine.

• The negative battery cable mustbe removed first and installed lastwhen the battery is disconnected.

WARNING - Rechargingbattery

When recharging the battery,observe the following precau-tions:• The battery must be removed

from the vehicle and placed inan area with good ventilation.

• Do not allow cigarettes,sparks, or flame near the bat-tery.

• Watch the battery duringcharging, and stop or reducethe charging rate if the batterycells begin gassing (boiling)violently or if the temperatureof the electrolyte of any cellexceeds 49°C (120°F).

• Wear eye protection whenchecking the battery duringcharging.

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(Continued)• Disconnect the battery charg-

er in the following order.1. Turn off the battery charger

main switch.2. Unhook the negative clamp

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TIRES AND WHEELSTires care For proper maintenance, safety, andmaximum fuel economy, you mustalways maintain recommended tireinflation pressures and stay withinthe load limits and weight distributionrecommended for your vehicle.

Inflation pressures All tire pressures (including thespare) should be checked every daywhen the tires are cold. “Cold Tires”means the vehicle has not been driv-en for at least three hours or drivenless than 1.6 km (one mile).Recommended pressures must bemaintained for the best ride, top vehi-cle handling, and minimum tire wear.

All specifications (sizes and pres-sures) can be found on a labelattached to the front driver’s door sill.

✽✽ NOTICE• Underinflation also results in

excessive wear, poor handling andreduced fuel economy. Wheeldeformation also is possible. Keepyour tire pressures at the properlevels. If a tire frequently needsrefilling, have it checked by anAuthorized Kia Dealer.

• Overinflation produces a harshride, excessive wear at the centerof the tire tread, and a greaterpossibility of damage from roadhazards.

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WARNING - Tire underin-flation

Severe underinflation (10 psi (70kPa) or more) can lead to severeheat build-up, causing blowouts,tread separation and other tirefailures that can result in theloss of vehicle control leadingto severe injury or death. Thisrisk is much higher on hot daysand when driving for protractedperiods at high speeds.


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✽✽ NOTICE• Warm tires normally exceed rec-

ommended cold tire pressures by28 to 41 kPa (4 to 6 psi). Do notrelease air from warm tires toadjust the pressure or the tires willbe underinflated.

• Be sure to reinstall the tire infla-tion valve caps. Without the valvecap, dirt or moisture could get intothe valve core and cause air leak-age. If the cap have been lost,install new one as soon as possible.

Checking tire inflation pres-sureCheck your tires once a month ormore.Also, check the tire pressure of thespare tire.

How to checkUse a good quality gage to check tirepressure.You can not tell if your tiresare properly inflated simply by look-ing at them. Radial tires may lookproperly inflated even when they'reunderinflated.Check the tire's inflation pressurewhen the tires are cold. - "Cold"means your vehicle has been sittingfor at least three hours or driven nomore than 1.6 km (1 mile).

WARNING - Tire InflationOverinflation or underinflationcan reduce tire life, adverselyaffect vehicle handling, and leadto sudden tire failure.This couldresult in loss of vehicle controland potential injury..

CAUTION - Tire pressureAlways observe the following:• Check tire pressure when the

tires are cold. (After vehiclehas been parked for at leastthree hours or hasn't beendriven more than 1.6 km (onemile) since startup.)

• Check the pressure of yourspare tire each time you checkthe pressure of other tires.

• Never overload your vehicle.Be careful not to overload avehicle luggage rack if yourvehicle is equipped with one.

• Worn, old tires can cause acci-dents. If your tread is badlyworn, or if your tires havebeen damaged, replace them.


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Tire rotation To equalize tread wear, it is recom-mended that the tires be rotatedevery 12,000 km (7,500 miles) orsooner if irregular wear develops.During rotation, check the tires forcorrect balance.When rotating tires, check for unevenwear and damage. Abnormal wear isusually caused by incorrect tire pres-sure, improper wheel alignment, out-of-balance wheels, severe braking orsevere cornering. Look for bumps orbulges in the tread or side of tire.Replace the tire if you find either ofthese conditions. Replace the tirealso if you can see fabric or cord.After rotation, be sure to bring thefront and rear tire pressures to spec-ification and check lug nut tightness.Refer to Section 8, Specifications.

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Disc brake pads should be inspectedfor wear whenever tires are rotated.

Rotate radial tires that have anasymmetric tread pattern onlyfrom front to rear and not fromright to left.

Tire replacementIf the tire is worn evenly, a tread wearindicator will appear as a solid bandacross the tread. This shows there isless than 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) of treadleft on the tire. Replace the tire whenthis happens.Do not wait for the band to appearacross the entire tread before replac-ing the tire.

Compact spare tire replace-ment (if equipped)A compact spare tire has a shortertread life than a regular size tire.Replace it when you can see thetread wear indicator bars on the tire.The replacement compact spare tireshould be the same size and designtire as the one provided with yournew Kia and should be mounted onthe same compact spare tire wheel.The compact spare tire is notdesigned to be mounted on a regularsize wheel, and the compact sparetire wheel is not designed for mount-ing a regular size tire.

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Wheel alignment and tire balance The wheels on your vehicle werealigned and balanced carefully at thefactory to give you the longest tire lifeand best overall performance.In most cases, you will not need tohave your wheels aligned again.However, if you notice unusual tirewear or your vehicle pulling one wayor the other, the alignment may needto be reset.If you notice your vehicle vibratingwhen driving on a smooth road, yourwheels may need to be rebalanced.

✽✽ NOTICEImproper wheel weights can dam-age your vehicle's aluminum wheels.Use only approved wheel weights.

WARNING - Replacingtires

• Driving on worn-out tires isvery hazardous and willreduce braking effectiveness,steering accuracy, and trac-tion.

• Your vehicle is equipped withtires designed to provide forsafe ride and handling capa-bility. Do not use a size andtype of tire and wheel that isdifferent from the one that isoriginally installed on yourvehicle. It can affect the safetyand performance of your vehi-cle, which could lead to han-dling failure or rollover andserious injury. When replacingthe tires, be sure to equip allfour tires with the tire andwheel of the same size, type,tread, brand and load-carryingcapacity. If you neverthelessdecide to equip your vehiclewith any tire/wheel combina-tion not recommended by Kiafor off road driving, youshould not use these tires forhighway driving.

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or type may seriously affectride, handling, ground clear-ance, stopping distance, bodyto tire clearance, snow tireclearance, and speedometerreliability.

• It is best to replace all fourtires at the same time. If that isnot possible, or necessary,then replace the two front ortwo rear tires as a pair.Replacing just one tire canseriously affect your vehicle’shandling.


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Wheel replacement When replacing the metal wheels forany reason, make sure the newwheels are equivalent to the originalfactory units in diameter, rim widthand offset.

Tire sidewall labelingFederal law requires tire manufactur-ers to place standardized informationon the sidewall of all tires. This infor-mation identifies and describes thefundamental characteristics of thetire and also provides the tire identifi-cation number (TIN) for safety stan-dard certification. The TIN can beused to identify the tire in case of arecall.

1. Manufacturer or brand nameManufacturer or Brand name isshown.

2. Tire size designation A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tiresize designation. You will need thisinformation when selecting replace-ment tires for your car. The followingexplains what the letters and num-bers in the tire size designationmean.

WARNINGA wheel that is not the correctsize may adversely affect wheeland bearing life, braking andstopping abilities, handlingcharacteristics, ground clear-ance, body-to-tire clearance,snow chain clearance,speedometer calibration, head-light aim and bumper height.

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Example tire size designation:(These numbers are provided as anexample only; your tire size designa-tor could vary depending on yourvehicle.)P215/65R16 96T

P - Applicable vehicle type (tiresmarked with the prefix “P’’ areintended for use on passengercars or light trucks; however, notall tires have this marking).

215 - Tire width in millimeters.65 - Aspect ratio. The tire’s section

height as a percentage of itswidth.

R - Tire construction code (Radial).16 - Rim diameter in inches.96 - Load Index, a numerical code

associated with the maximumload the tire can carry.

T - Speed Rating Symbol. See thespeed rating chart in this sectionfor additional information.

Wheel size designation Wheels are also marked with impor-tant information that you need if youever have to replace one. The follow-ing explains what the letters andnumbers in the wheel size designa-tion mean.

Example wheel size designation:6.5 J×16

6.5 - Rim width in inches.J - Rim contour designation.16 - Rim diameter in inches.

Tire speed ratings The chart below lists many of the dif-ferent speed ratings currently beingused for passenger cars. The speedrating is part of the tire size designa-tion on the sidewall of the tire. Thissymbol corresponds to that tire'sdesigned maximum safe operatingspeed.

S 180 km/h (112 mph)T 190 km/h (118 mph)H 210 km/h (130 mph)V 240 km/h (149 mph)Z Above 240 km/h (149 mph)

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3. Checking tire life (TIN : TireIdentification Number)

Any tires that are over 6 years, basedon the manufacturing date, tirestrength and performance, declinewith age naturally (even unusedspare tires). Therefore, the tires(including the spare tire) should bereplaced by new ones. You can findthe manufacturing date on the tiresidewall (possibly on the inside of thewheel), displaying the DOT Code.The DOT Code is a series of num-bers on a tire consisting of numbersand English letters. The manufactur-ing date is designated by the last fourdigits (characters) of the DOT code.

DOT : XXXX XXXX OOOOThe front part of the DOT means aplant code number, tire size andtread pattern and the last four num-bers indicate week and year manu-factured.For example:DOT XXXX XXXX 1602 representsthat the tire was produced in the 16thweek of 2002.

4. Tire ply composition and mate-rial

The number of layers or plies of rub-bercoated fabric in the tire. Tire man-ufacturers also must indicate thematerials in the tire, which includesteel, nylon, polyester, and others.The letter "R" means radial ply con-struction; the letter "D" means diago-nal or bias ply construction; and theletter "B" means belted-bias ply con-struction.

WARNING - Tire ageA tire, more than 6 years old,may sustain separation of cordlayers, inside the tire. Tire fail-ure, due to separation of cord,can cause serious accidentsand injuries.Make sure to check the manu-facturing date of the tire andreplace it within 6 years of thatdate.


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5. Maximum permissible inflationpressure

This number is the greatest amountof air pressure that should be put inthe tire. Do not exceed the maximumpermissible inflation pressure. Referto the Tire and Loading Informationlabel for recommended inflationpressure.

6. Maximum load ratingThis number indicates the maximumload in kilograms and pounds thatcan be carried by the tire. Whenreplacing the tires on the vehicle,always use a tire that has the sameload rating as the factory installedtire.

7. Uniform tire quality grading The following information relates tothe tire grading system developed bythe Canadian Motor Vehicle SafetyStandard (CMVSS) for grading tiresby tread wear, traction and tempera-ture performance.


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Tread wearThe tread wear grade is a compara-tive rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlledconditions on a specified govern-ment test course. For example, a tiregraded 150 would wear one-and-a-half times as well on the governmentcourse as a tire graded 100.The relative performance of tiresdepends upon the actual conditionsof their use. However, performancemay differ from the norm because ofvariations in driving habits, servicepractices and differences in roadcharacteristics and climate.These grades are molded on theside-walls of passenger vehicle tires.The tires available as standard oroptional equipment on Kia vehiclesmay vary with respect to grade.

Traction - AA, A, B & C The traction grades, from highest tolowest, are AA, A, B and C. Thegrades represent the tires ability tostop on wet pavement as measuredunder controlled conditions on spec-ified government test surfaces ofasphalt and concrete. A tire markedC may have poor traction perform-ance.

Temperature -A, B & C The temperature grades are A (thehighest), B and C. The grades repre-sent the tire’s resistance to the gener-ation of heat and its ability to dissipateheat when tested under controlledconditions on a specified indoor labo-ratory test wheel.Sustained high temperature cancause the material of the tires todegenerate and reduce tires life, andexcessive temperature can lead tosudden tires failure. Grades A and Brepresent higher levels of perform-ance on the laboratory test wheelthan the minimum required by the law.

WARNING - Tire temperature

The temperature grade for thistire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and notoverloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or excessiveloading, either separately or incombination, can cause heatbuild-up and possible suddentires failure.This can cause lossof vehicle control and seriousinjury or death.


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Tire terminology and definitionsAir Pressure: The amount of airinside the tire pressing outward onthe tire. Air pressure is expressed inpounds per square kilopascal (kPa)or inch (psi).Accessory Weight: This means thecombined weight of optional acces-sories. Some examples of optionalaccessories are, automatic transmis-sion, power seats, and air condition-ing.Aspect Ratio: The relationship of atire's height to its width.Belt: A rubber coated layer of cordsthat is located between the plies andthe tread. Cords may be made fromsteel or other reinforcing materials.Bead: The tire bead contains steelwires wrapped by steel cords thathold the tire onto the rim.

Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire inwhich the plies are laid at alternateangles less than 90 degrees to thecenterline of the tread.Cold Tire Pressure: The amount ofair pressure in a tire, measured inpounds per square kilopascals (kPa)or inch (psi) before a tire has built upheat from driving.Curb Weight: This means the weightof a motor vehicle with standard andoptional equipment including themaximum capacity of fuel, oil andcoolant, but without passengers andcargo.

DOT Markings: A code molded intothe sidewall of a tire signifying thatthe tire is in compliance with the U.S.Department of Transportation motorvehicle safety standards. The DOTcode includes the Tire IdentificationNumber (TIN), an alphanumeric des-ignator which can also identify thetire manufacturer, production plant,brand and date of production.GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GAWR FRT: Gross Axle WeightRating for the front Axle.GAWR RR: Gross Axle WeightRating for the rear axle.


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Intended Outboard Sidewall: Theside of an asymmetrical tire, thatmust always face outward whenmounted on a vehicle.Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit forair pressure.Load Index: An assigned numberranging from 1 to 279 that corre-sponds to the load carrying capacityof a tire.Maximum Inflation Pressure: Themaximum air pressure to which acold tire may be inflated. The maxi-mum air pressure is molded onto thesidewall.

Maximum Load Rating: The loadrating for a tire at the maximum per-missible inflation pressure for thattire.Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight:The sum of curb weight; accessoryweight; vehicle capacity weight; andproduction options weight.Normal Occupant Weight: Thenumber of occupants a vehicle isdesigned to seat multiplied by 68 kg(150 pounds).Occupant Distribution: Designatedseating positions.

Outward Facing Sidewall: The sideof a asymmetrical tire that has a par-ticular side that faces outward whenmounted on a vehicle.The side of thetire that contains a whitewall, bearswhite lettering or bears manufactur-er, brand and or model name mold-ing that is higher or deeper than thesame moldings on the other sidewallof the tire.Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tireused on passenger cars and somelight duty trucks and multipurposevehicles.Recommended Inflation Pressure:Vehicle manufacturer's recommend-ed tire inflation pressure and shownon the tire placard.


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Radial Ply tire: A pneumatic tire inwhich the ply cords that extend to thebeads are laid at 90 degrees to thecenterline of the tread.Rim: A metal support for a tire andupon which the tire beads are seat-ed.Sidewall: The portion of a tirebetween the tread and the bead.Speed Rating: An alphanumericcode assigned to a tire indicating themaximum speed at which a tire canoperate.Traction: The friction between thetire and the road surface. Theamount of grip provided.

Tread: The portion of a tire thatcomes into contact with the road.Treadwear Indicators: Narrowbands, sometimes called "wearbars", that show across the tread of atire when only 2/32 inch of treadremains.UTQGS: Uniform Tire QualityGrading Standards, a tire informationsystem that provides consumers withratings for a tire's traction, tempera-ture and treadwear. Ratings aredetermined by tire manufacturersusing government testing proce-dures. The ratings are molded intothe sidewall of the tire.Vehicle Capacity Weight: The num-ber of designated seating positionsmultiplied by 68 kg (150 lbs.) plus therated cargo and luggage load.

Vehicle Maximum Load on theTire: Load on an individual tire due tocurb and accessory weight plusmaximum occupant and cargoweight.Vehicle Normal Load on the Tire:That load on an individual tire that isdetermined by distributing to eachaxle its share of the curb weight,accessory weight, and normal occu-pant weight and driving by 2.Vehicle Placard: A label permanent-ly attached to a vehicle showing theoriginal equipment tire size and rec-ommended inflation pressure.


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All season tires Kia specifies all season tires onsome models to provide good per-formance for use all year round,including snowy and icy road condi-tions. All season tires are identifiedby ALL SEASON and/or M+S (Mudand Snow) on the tire sidewall. Snowtires have better snow traction thanall season tires and may be moreappropriate in some areas.

Summer tires Kia specifies summer tires on somemodels to provide superior perform-ance on dry roads. Summer tire per-formance is substantrally reduced insnow and ice. Summer tires do nothave the tire traction rating M+S(Mud and Snow) on the tire side wall.if you plan to operate your vehicle insnowy or icy conditions. Kia recom-mends the use of snow tires or allseason tires on all four wheels.

Snow tiresIf you equip your car with snow tires,they should be the same size andhave the same load capacity as theoriginal tires. Snow tires should beinstalled on all four wheels; other-wise, poor handling may result.Snow tires should carry 28 kPa (4psi) more air pressure than the pres-sure recommended for the standardtires on the tire label on the driver'sside of the center pillar , or up to themaximum pressure shown on the tiresidewall whichever is less.Do not drive faster than 120 km/h (75mph) when your car is equipped withsnow tires.


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Tire chainsTire chains, if necessary, should beinstalled on the drive wheels as fol-lows.2WD : Front wheels4WD : All four wheels

If a full set of chains is notavailable for a 4WD vehicle,chains may be installed onthe front wheels only.

Be sure that the chains are installedin accordance with the manufactur-er's instructions.To minimize tire and chain wear, donot continue to use tire chains whenthey are no longer needed.

✽✽ NOTICE• If you hear noise caused by chains

contacting the body, retighten thechain to avoid contact with thevehicle body.

• To prevent body damage, retight-en the chains after driving 0.5 ~1.0 km (0.3 ~ 0.6 miles).

WARNING - Snow or ice• Drive at lower speeds when

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LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSRecommended lubricants To help achieve proper engine andpowertrain performance and durabil-ity, use only lubricants of the properquality. The correct lubricants alsohelp promote engine efficiency thatresults in improved fuel economy.Engine oils labeled EnergyConserving Oil are now available.Along with other additional benefits,they contribute to fuel economy byreducing the amount of fuel neces-sary to overcome engine friction.Often, these improvements are diffi-cult to measure in everyday driving,but in a year’s time, they can offersignificant cost and energy savings. *¹ Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.

These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.

Lubricant Classification

API Service SJ, SL or above,

ILSAC GF-3 or above

Manual transaxle fluid API Service GL-4

(SAE 75W-85, fill-for-life)

Automatic transaxle fluid DIAMOND ATF SP-III or SK ATF SP-III

Transfer case fluid (4WD) API Service GL-5 or above

Rear differential fluid (4WD) (SAE 80W-90, SHELL SPIRAX AX or equivalent)

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✽✽ NOTICEAlways be sure to clean the areaaround any filler plug, drain plug,or dipstick before checking ordraining any lubricant. This is espe-cially important in dusty or sandyareas and when the vehicle is usedon unpaved roads. Cleaning the plugand dipstick areas will prevent dirtand grit from entering the engineand other mechanisms that could bedamaged.

Engine oil viscosity (thickness) hasan effect on fuel economy and coldweather operating (starting and oilflow). Lower viscosity engine oils canprovide better fuel economy and coldweather performance, however,higher viscosity engine oils arerequired for satisfactory lubrication inhot weather. Using oils of any viscos-ity other than those recommendedcould result in engine damage.

When choosing an oil, consider therange of temperature your vehiclewill be operated in before the next oilchange. Proceed to select the rec-ommended oil viscosity from thechart.

Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers

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EXTERIOR CARE Exterior general caution It is very important to follow the labeldirections when using any chemicalcleaner or polish. Read all warningand caution statements that appearon the label.

Finish maintenanceWashing To help protect your vehicle’s finishfrom rust and deterioration, wash itthoroughly and frequently at leastonce a month with lukewarm or coldwater.If you use your vehicle for off-roaddriving, you should wash it after eachoff-road trip. Pay special attention tothe removal of any accumulation ofsalt, dirt, mud, and other foreignmaterials. Make sure the drain holesin the lower edges of the doors androcker panels are kept clear andclean.

Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,industrial pollution and similardeposits can damage your vehicle’sfinish if not removed immediately.Even prompt washing with plainwater may not completely remove allthese deposits. A mild soap, safe foruse on painted surfaces, may beused.After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-oughly with lukewarm or cold water.Do not allow soap to dry on the fin-ish.

✽✽ NOTICEDo not use strong soap, chemicaldetergents or hot water, and do notwash the vehicle in direct sunlight orwhen the body of the vehicle iswarm.

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partment may cause the failure ofelectrical circuits located in theengine compartment.

• Never allow water or other liquidsto come in contact with electri-cal/electronic components insidethe vehicle as this may damagethem.

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WaxingWax the vehicle when water will nolonger bead on the paint.Always wash and dry the vehiclebefore waxing. Use a good qualityliquid or paste wax, and follow themanufacturer’s instructions. Wax allmetal trim to protect it and to main-tain its luster.Removing oil, tar, and similar materi-als with a spot remover will usuallystrip the wax from the finish. Be sureto re-wax these areas even if the restof the vehicle does not yet need wax-ing.

✽✽ NOTICE• Wiping dust or dirt off the body

with a dry cloth will scratch thefinish.

• Do not use steel wool, abrasivecleaners, or strong detergents con-taining highly alkaline or causticagents on chrome-plated oranodized aluminum parts. Thismay result in damage to the pro-tective coating and cause discol-oration or paint deterioration.

Finish damage repair Deep scratches or stone chips in thepainted surface must be repairedpromptly. Exposed metal will quicklyrust and may develop into a majorrepair expense.

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Bright-metal maintenance• To remove road tar and insects,

use a tar remover, not a scraper orother sharp object.

• To protect the surfaces of bright-metal parts from corrosion, apply acoating of wax or chrome preser-vative and rub to a high luster.

• During winter weather or in coastalareas, cover the bright metal partswith a heavier coating of wax orpreservative. If necessary, coat theparts with non-corrosive petroleumjelly or other protective compound.

Underbody maintenanceCorrosive materials used for ice andsnow removal and dust control maycollect on the underbody. If thesematerials are not removed, acceler-ated rusting can occur on underbodyparts such as the fuel lines, frame,floor pan and exhaust system, eventhough they have been treated withrust protection.Thoroughly flush the vehicle under-body and wheel openings with luke-warm or cold water once a month,after off-road driving and at the endof each winter. Pay special attentionto these areas because it is difficultto see all the mud and dirt. It will domore harm than good to wet downthe road grime without removing it.The lower edges of doors, rockerpanels, and frame members havedrain holes that should not beallowed to clog with dirt; trappedwater in these areas can cause rust-ing.

WARNINGAfter washing the vehicle, testthe brakes while driving slowlyto see if they have been affectedby water. If braking performanceis impaired, dry the brakes byapplying them lightly whilemaintaining a slow forwardspeed.


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polishing compound, solvent, orwire brushes on aluminum wheels.They may scratch or damage thefinish.

• Use only a mild soap or neutraldetergent, and rinse thoroughlywith water. Also, be sure to cleanthe wheels after driving on saltedroads. This helps prevent corro-sion.

• Avoid washing the wheels withhigh-speed car wash brushes.

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INTERIOR CARE Interior general precautions Prevent caustic solutions such asperfume and cosmetic oil from con-tacting the dashboard because theymay cause damage or discoloration.If they do contact the dashboard,wipe them off immediately. See theinstructions that follow for the properway to clean vinyl.

✽✽ NOTICENever allow water or other liquidsto come in contact withelectrical/electronic componentsinside the vehicle as this may dam-age them.

Cleaning the upholstery andinterior trim Vinyl Remove dust and loose dirt fromvinyl with a whisk broom or vacuumcleaner. Clean vinyl surfaces with avinyl cleaner.

Fabric Remove dust and loose dirt from fab-ric with a whisk broom or vacuumcleaner. Clean with a mild soap solu-tion recommended for upholstery orcarpets. Remove fresh spots imme-diately with a fabric spot cleaner. Iffresh spots do not receive immediateattention, the fabric can be stainedand its color can be affected. Also, itsfire-resistant properties can bereduced if the material is not proper-ly maintained.

✽✽ NOTICEUsing anything but recommendedcleaners and procedures may affectthe fabric’s appearance and fire-resistant properties.

Cleaning the lap/shoulder beltwebbing Clean the belt webbing with any mildsoap solution recommended forcleaning upholstery or carpet. Followthe instructions provided with thesoap. Do not bleach or re-dye thewebbing because this may weakenit.

Cleaning the interior windowglass If the interior glass surfaces of thevehicle become fogged (that is, cov-ered with an oily, greasy or waxyfilm), they should be cleaned withglass cleaner. Follow the directionson the glass cleaner container.

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SPECIFICATIONSThe specifications given here are for general information only. Please check with an authorized Kia dealer for moreprecise and more up-to-date information.

Item mm (in)

Overall length 4350 (171.3)

Overall width 1800 (70.9) / 1840 (72.4)*1

Overall height 1695 (66.7) / 1730 (68.1)*2

Front tread 1540 (60.6) / 1550 (61.0)*3

Rear tread 1540 (60.6) / 1550 (61.0)*3

Wheelbase 2630 (103.5)

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*1 With side garnish *2 With roof rack *3 With 235/60R16 tire

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Electrical system

Item 2.0L Engine 2.7L Engine

BoreXStroke 82 mm X 93.5 mm (3.23 in X 3.68 in) 86.7 mm X 75 mm (3.41 in X 2.95 in)

Displacement 1975 cc (120.5 cu.in) 2656 cc (1621 cu.in)

Compression Ratio 10 ± 0.2 : 1 10 ± 0.2 : 1

Item 2.0L Engine 2.7L Engine

Battery 12V / 60AH (20HR) 12V / 68AH (20HR)

Generator 13.5V / 90A 13.5V / 120A

Starter 12V-1.2kW 12V-1.2kW

Gap 1.0 mm ~ 1.1 mm (0.039 ~ 0.043 in) 1.0 mm ~ 1.1 mm (0.039 ~ 0.043 in)

Platinum coated PFR5N-11, RC10PYPB4 -

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Item Inflation Pressure Wheel lug nut torque

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P215/65R16 96T 6.5J x 16 210 (30)9~11

(65~79, 88~107)

P235/60R16 99T 6.5J x 16 210 (30)9~11

(65~79, 88~107)

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T155/90D16 110M 4.0T x 16 420 (60)9~11

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Lubricant Volume Classification

Engine oil *1 4.0 l (4.2 qts.) API Service SJ, SL or above,

(with filter change) 4.5 l (4.8 qts.) ILSAC GF-3 or above

Manual transaxle fluid 2.10 l (2.22 qts.) API Service GL-4 (SAE 75W-85, fill for-life)

Automatic transaxle fluid 7.8 l (8.2 qts.) DIAMOND ATF SP-III or SK ATF SP-III

Transfer case fluid (4WD) 0.8 l (0.85 qts.) API Service GL-5 or above

Rear differential fluid (4WD) 0.75 l (0.79 qts.) (SAE 80W-90, SHELL SPIRAX AX or equivalent)

Power steering 0.9 l (0.95 qts.) PSF-III

Coolant 7.0 l (7.4 qts.) Ethylene glycol base for aluminum radiator

Brake/Clutch fluid 0.7~0.8 l (0.7~0.8 qts.) FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4

Fuel58 l (15.3 gal.)

Unleaded gasoline with AKI 87 or higher65 l (17.2 gal.)

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Specifications

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Light Bulb WattageHeadlights (Low/High) 55/60Front turn signal lights 27Position lights 5Front fog lights (if equipped) 35Stop and tail lights 28/8Rear turn signal lights 27Back-up lights 17Rear side mark light 5High mounted stop light LED *1

License plate lights 5Front map lamp 10Center dome lamp 10Rear dome lamp 10Door courtesy lamps (if equipped) 5Cargo area lamp 5Glove box lamp 5

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Air cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-27Air conditioner air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-28Airbags-supplemental restraint system. . . . . . . . . . 3-54Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-109Automatic climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-75Automatic transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6, 7-23

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-31Before driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18Brakes and clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18Compass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-54

Cruise control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-64Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

Drive belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20Electrical circuit protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7Electronic stability program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36

Emergency starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4Emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11Engine cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15Engine oil and oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13Exterior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-51Exterior overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2Four wheel drive (4WD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12Fuel filler lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-82

Fuel requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40Hazard warning flasher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-65

Homelink® wireless control system . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-45

Hood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-80How to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2If you have a flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19Ignition switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Immobilizer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39Instrument panel overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5Interior care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-55

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Interior features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-94Interior lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-89Interior overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2Label information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-51

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-57

Lubricant specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-49Lubricants and fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-26Luggage center box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-107Luggage net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-104Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4Maintenance services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3

Manual climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-66Manual transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5, 7-25Mirrors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-85Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3Overloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40

Owner maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19Power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21

Rear differential (4WD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25

Remote keyless entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3Road warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Roof rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-108Safety belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30Seat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19Special driving conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2Starting the engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4Steering wheel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25, 7-22Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-91Suggestions for economical operation. . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6Sunroof. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-100Theft-alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5Tires and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-34Tonneau cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-105

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14Traction control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33Trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-33Transfer case (4WD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25

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Using four-wheel drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14Vehicle break-in process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3Vehicle handling instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3Vehicle load limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-41

Warnings and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-46

Weight of the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-32Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16Windshield defrosting and defogging . . . . . . . . . . . 4-88

Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-29Wipers and washers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-61

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