2005 KIA Rio brake

Vehicle Break-In ProcessNo special break-in period is needed. By following a
few simple precautions for the first 1,000 km(600 miles)
you may add to the performance, economy and life of
your vehicle.
 Do not race the engine.
 Do not maintain a single speed for long periods of
time, either fast or slow. Varying engine speeds are
beneficial for proper engine break-in.
 Avoid hard stops, except in emergencies, to allow
the brakes to seat properly.
 Avoid full-throttle starts.
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Your Vehicle At A Glance2-4Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument
cluster Air bag
1B3102002E
Radio (If Equipped)
Climate controlHazard switch
Hood release Light control/
Turn signals
Steering wheel
Shift lever
(Automatic) Wiper/
Washer
Ashtray
Cup holderGlove box Air bag
Parking brake Cigarette lighter
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Door LocksManual Door LocksOperating Door Locks – With Key
 Both front doors can be locked and unlocked with
the key.
 Turn the key toward front of vehicle to unlock and
toward rear of vehicle to lock the door.
 Once a door is unlocked, it may be opened by lifting
the door handle.
Operating Door Locks – Without Key
To lock any door without the key, push the inside door
lock button down and close the door.
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NOTICE
Always remove the ignition key, engage the park-
ing brake, close all windows and lock all doors
when leaving your vehicle unattended.
1B31040011B3104002B
UNLOCKLOCK
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Knowing Your Vehicle3-12Front Seat Adjustment
Moving the Front Seat Forward and Backward
To move the seat forward or backward;
1. Pull the seat slide adjustment lever under the front
edge of the seat cushion up and hold it.
2. Slide the seat to the position you desire.
3. Release the lever and make sure the seat is locked in
place.
CAUTION
Do not place anything under the front seats.
Loose objects might interfere with the seat slide
mechanism or possibly roll out from under the
seat and interfere with the operation of the brake,
clutch or accelerator foot pedals.
AS2B03011
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DRIVING YOUR VEHICLEIgnition Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4
Manual Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7
Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-15
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-22
Tilt Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-22
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-23
Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-25
Warnings and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-27
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33
Daytime Running Lights(DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-35
Wipers and Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-36
Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-38
Interior Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-40
Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-44
Windshield Defrosting and Defogging . . . . . . . . . . . .4-50
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Ignition SwitchIgnition Switch and Anti-Theft Steering
Column LockIgnition Switch Position
LOCK
The steering wheel is locked to protect against theft.
The ignition key can be removed only in the LOCK
position. For vehicles equipped with an automatic
transaxle, it also locks the gear shift lever in the
P (Park) position.
ACC (Accessory)
Turning the ignition switch to this position unlocks the
steering wheel and will allow some of your vehicle’s
electrical accessories such as the radio to operate when
the engine is OFF.
ON
Turning the ignition switch to this position allows you
to test your vehicle’s warning lights (except the brake
system warning light) to make sure they work before
you start the engine. The ignition key returns to the
ON position once the engine is started and remains in
this position while the engine is running.
Do not leave the ignition switch in the ON position for
extended periods with the engine OFF because the bat-
tery will discharge.
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AS2B04001
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NOTICE
This spark ignition system meets all require-
ment of the Canadian interference - Causing
Equipment Regulations.
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START
Turn the ignition key to the START position to start the
engine. The engine will crank until you release the key,
then it returns to the ON position. Also, the brake
warning indicator illuminates to check the bulb in this
position.
Difficulty in turning the ignition key to the START posi-
tion can be caused by pressure on the switch from the
steering column. To allow the ignition key to turn,
move the steering wheel right or left to release the ten-
sion and then turn the key.
Automatic Transaxle
When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion, the shift lever must be in the P (Park) position.
Manual Transaxle
When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion, push the key inward at the ACC position and turn
the key toward the LOCK position.
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WARNING
• Never turn the ignition switch to LOCK or
ACC while the vehicle is moving. This could
result in loss of directional control and
braking function, which could cause an
immediate accident.
 Never reach for the ignition switch, or any
other controls, through the steering wheel
while the vehicle is in motion. Failure to
observe this warning can result in loss of
vehicle steering and braking control, which
may result in an accident.
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NOTICE
For safety, the engine will not start if the
clutch pedal is not depressed fully on manual
transaxle equipped models.
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Starting the Engine1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2.Manual Transaxle- Depress the clutch pedal fully
and shift the transaxle into NEUTRAL. Keep the
clutch pedal depressed while cranking the engine.
The starter will not operate if the clutch pedal is not
fully depressed.
Automatic Transaxle- Place the transaxle shift
lever in P (Park). Depress the brake pedal fully.
You can also start the engine if the shift lever is in
the N (Neutral) position.
3. Turn the ignition switch to START and hold it there
until the engine starts (a maximum of 10 seconds),
then release the key.
In extremely cold weather, below minus 18°C (0°F), or
after the vehicle has not been operated for several
days, let it warm up without depressing the accelerator.
Whether the engine is cold or warm, it should be start-
ed without depressing the accelerator.If the engine fails to start using this procedure, attempt
the following.
The engine fails to start when the engine is cold
(engine coolant temperature is below 32°F/0°C):
A no start condition may be caused by an engine that
has become flooded (has excessive fuel in the cylin-
ders). If this is the case, follow the starting procedure
below.
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.Driving Your Vehicle4-4
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NOTICE
If the engine stalls while you are in motion,
do not attempt to move the shift lever to P
(Park).
If it is safe to do so considering traffic and
road conditions, you may put the shift lever
in the N (Neutral) position while still moving
and turn the ignition switch to the START
position in an attempt to restart the engine.
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