2005 KIA Rio Owner's Manual

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Tire Chains
Tire Chain Selection
Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary
according to location or type of road, so always check
them before installing chains.
Use only SAE Class “S’’ tire chains. Chains must be
the proper size for the vehicle, as recommended by the
chain manufacturer.
Chain Installation
When installing chains on your tires, carefully follow
the instructions of the chain manufacturer.
The chain bands will scratch the wheel covers.
Remove the covers before installing the chains.
WARNING - Tire Chains
 The use of chains may adversely affect
vehicle handling.
 Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or the
chain manufacturer’s recommended speed
limit, whichever is lower.
 Drive carefully and avoid bumps, holes,
sharp turns and other road hazards, which
may cause the vehicle to bounce.
 Avoid sharp turns or locked-wheel braking.
 Do not attempt to use a tire chain on the
temporary spare tire because it may impair
vehicle handling and result in damage to the
vehicle and the tire.
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Trailer TowingWe do not recommend using this vehicle for trailer
towing.
Driving Tips5-12Install the chains on the front tires as tightly as
possible. The use of chains on the rear tires is not
recommended. Retighten the chains after driving
0.5-1.0 km (1/4-1/2 mile).Driving in Flooded AreasAvoid driving through flooded areas unless you are
sure the water is no higher than the bottom of the
wheel rims. Drive through any water slowly. Allow
adequate stopping distance because brake performance
may be affected.
After driving through water, dry the brakes by gently
applying them several times while the vehicle is
moving slowly.
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5-13
Overloading Label Information
There are several important labels and identification
numbers located on your vehicle. The label locations
are identified in the illustrations on the following
pages.
CAUTION
The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) and the
gross vehicle weight (GVW) for your vehicle are
on the manufacturer’s label attached to the
driver’s door or are listed in the “Specifications’’
section of this Owner’s Manual. Exceeding these
ratings can cause an accident or vehicle damage.
You can calculate the weight of your load by
weighing the items (or people) before putting
them in the vehicle. Be careful not to overload
your vehicle.
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Driving Tips5-14Vehicle Certification Label
Vehicle Emission Control Information and Vacuum
Hose Routing Diagram
AS2B05005A
AS2B05003A
Underside of hood
Label
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Tire Specification/Pressure Label
AS2B05005
Chassis Number(Frame number)
Frame Number is located under the front passenger
seat. Please detach the plastic cover to see the frame
number.
FRAME NO.
Pull
1B3104004E
Frame number cover
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6-1
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCYRoad Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2
Emergency Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4
Connection Jumper Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5
Electrical Circuit Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-14
If You Have a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-16
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Road WarningHazard Warning FlasherThe hazard warning flasher serves as a warning to
other drivers to exercise extreme caution when
approaching, overtaking, or passing your vehicle. It
should be used whenever emergency repairs are being
made or when the vehicle is stopped near the edge of a
roadway.
Depress the flasher switch with the ignition switch in
any position. The flasher switch is located in the center
console. All turn signal lights will flash
simultaneously.
•The hazard warning flasher will operate whether
your vehicle is running or not.
The turn signals do not operate when the hazard
flasher is
ON
.
Care must be taken when using the hazard warning
flasher while the vehicle is being towed. Local
regulations may prohibit using it in this manner.
OverheatingIf your temperature gauge indicates overheating, if you
experience a loss of power, or if you hear a loud
knocking or pinging noise, the engine has probably
overheated. You should follow these procedures if you
experience any of these symptoms.
1. Turn the hazard warning flasher ON, then drive to
the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle; set
the automatic transaxle in P (Park), or shift the
manual transaxle to neutral and apply the parking
brake.
In Case Of An Emergency6-2
1B3104014B
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2. Make sure the air conditioner is off.
3. If coolant or steam is boiling out of the radiator,
stop the engine, then turn the ignition switch to the
ON position. Do not restart the engine. The radiator
cooling fan will automatically operate with the
ignition switch in the ON position. If the cooling
fan does not operate, call an Authorized Kia Dealer
for assistance.
If coolant is not boiling out, allow the engine to
idle and open the hood to permit the engine to cool
gradually.
If the temperature does not go down with the
engine idling, stop the engine and allow sufficient
time for it to cool.4. The coolant level should then be checked. If the
level in the reservoir is low, look for leaks at the
radiator hoses and connections, heater hoses and
connections, radiator, and water pump. If you find a
major leak or another problem that may have
caused the engine to overheat, do not operate the
engine until the problem has been corrected. Call
an Authorized Kia Dealer for assistance.
If you do not find a leak or other problem, carefully
add coolant to the reservoir.
If the engine frequently overheats, have the cooling
system checked and repaired.
6-3
WARNING - Removing
Radiator Cap
Do not remove the radiator cap when the
engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot
coolant and steam may blow out under
pressure. This could cause serious injury.
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