2005 KIA Rio ESP

4-35 Turn Signals
The same lever that controls the headlights also con-
trols the turn signals.
The ignition switch must be ON for the turn signals
to function. Move the lever up or down to activate the
turn signals. The turn signals will self-cancel after a
turn is completed. If the indicator continues to flash
after a turn, manually return the lever to the OFF (mid-
dle) position.
Lane Change Signals
To signal a lane change, move the turn signal lever
slightly and hold it in position. The lever will return to
the OFF (middle) position when released.
Green arrow indicators on the instrument panel indi-
cate which turn signal is operating. If an indicator
stays ON and does not flash or if it flashes abnormally,
one or more of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out
and will require replacement.Daytime Running Lights (DRL)Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can make it easier for
others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
DRL can be helpful in many different driving condi-
tions, but they can be especially helpful in the short
periods after dawn and before sunset. The DRL system
will make your low-beam headlights turn OFF when:
 The headlight switch is ON.
 The parking brake is engaged.
 The engine stops.
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Driving Your Vehicle4-38 Rear Windshield Wiper and Washer
(If Equipped)The rear window wiper and washer can be activated by
depressing the corresponding switch.
If you want to activate the rear wiper and washer
simultaneously, depress the lower switch. To activate the
rear wiper only, depress the upper switch.
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Rear Window Defroster (If Equipped)Type AThe defroster heats the window to remove frost, fog
and thin ice from the interior and exterior of the rear
window. The ignition switch must be ON for the
defroster to operate.
To activate the rear window defroster, press the rear
window defroster button located in the center console
switch panel. The instrument panel rear window
defroster indicator illuminates when the defroster is
ON.
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Outside (fresh) air position
If you press the air intake control button again, the air
position will be changed to outside (fresh) air and air
will enter the ventilation system from outside the vehi-
cle. Use this position for normal ventilation and heat-
ing.
The air flow control will be set at outside (fresh) air
position automatically if any of following occur.
- The ignition key is OFF.
- The fan speed control knob is OFF (0).
- When you select the floor-defrost or defrost mode
position.
If you want the recirculated air position, press the cor-
responding button.
To cancel the forced outside (fresh) air position, refer
to the canceling procedure in “Windshield Defrosting
and Defogging” section.
Air Conditioning Switch (If Equipped)
Depress the switch to turn the air conditioning system
on. An indicator light in the switch will illuminate
when the fan switch is ON indicating air conditioning
system operation. Depress the switch again to turn the
air conditioning system OFF.
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Driving Tips5-8Rocking the Vehicle
If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to free it from
snow, sand, or mud, move the shift lever of an
automatic transaxle from D (Drive) to R (Reverse) in a
repeat pattern while depressing the accelerator gently.
With a manual transaxle, move the shift lever back and
forth from 1 (First) to R (Reverse).
Do not race the engine. If you are still stuck after a
couple minutes of rocking, have the vehicle pulled out
by a tow vehicle to avoid engine overheating and
possible damage to the transaxle.
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NOTICE
Prolonged rocking may cause engine overheating,
transaxle damage or failure, and tire damage.
WARNING - Spinning Tires
Do not spin the wheels especially at speeds
more than 56 km/h (35 mph). Spinning the
wheels at high speeds when the vehicle is
stationary could cause a tire to overheat,
explode and injure bystanders.
 When starting from a stop in snow, mud, or sand,
use second gear and accelerate slowly to avoid
spinning the front wheels. Low gear may be used, if
necessary.
 Use sand, rock salt, tire chains, or other non-slip
material under the front wheels to provide traction
when stalled on ice, snow, or mud.
WARNING - Downshifting
Downshifting into first gear with a manual
transaxle or into low with an automatic
transaxle while driving on slippery surfaces
can cause an accident. The sudden change in
tire speed could cause the tires to skid. Be
careful when downshifting on slippery
surfaces.
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5-9 Driving at Night
Because night driving presents many more hazards
than driving in the daylight, here are some important
tips to remember:
 Slow down and keep more distance between you
and other vehicles as it may be more difficult to see
at night, especially in rural areas where there may
not be any street lights.
 Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare from other
driver’s headlights.
 Keep your headlights clean and properly aimed.
Dirty or misaimed headlights will make it much
more difficult to see at night.
 Avoid staring directly at the headlights of oncoming
vehicles. You could be temporarily blinded and it
will take several seconds for your eyes to readjust to
the darkness.
Driving in the RainRain and wet roads can make driving dangerous,
especially if you’re not prepared for the slick
pavement. Here are a few things to consider when
driving in the rain:
 Be sure your windshield wipers are in good
condition.
 A heavy rainfall will make it harder to see and will
increase the distance needed to stop your vehicle, so
slow down.
 If your tires aren’t in good condition, making a
quick stop on wet pavement can cause a skid and
possibly lead to an accident. Be sure your tires and
windshield wipers are in good shape.
 Turn on your headlights to make it easier for others
to see you.
 Driving too fast through large puddles can affect
your brakes. If you must go through puddles, try to
drive through them slowly.
 If you believe you may have gotten your brakes wet,
apply them lightly while driving until normal
braking operation returns.
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In Case Of An Emergency6-18The compact spare should be inflated to 60 psi
(415 kPa).
When using a compact spare tire, observe the
following precautions:
 Under no circumstances should you exceed 80 km/h
(50 mph); a higher speed could damage the tire.
 Ensure that you drive slowly enough for the road
conditions to avoid all hazards. Any road hazard,
such as a pothole or debris, could seriously damage
the compact spare.
 Any continuous road use of this tire could result in
tire failure, loss of vehicle control, and possible
personal injury.
 Do not exceed the vehicle’s maximum load rating or
the load-carrying capacity shown on the sidewall of
the compact spare tire. Avoid driving over obstacles. The compact spare tire
diameter is smaller than the diameter of a
conventional tire and reduces the ground clearance
approximately 25 mm (1 in.), which could result in
damage to the vehicle.
 Do not take this vehicle through an automatic car
wash.
 Do not use tire chains on this tire. Because of the
smaller size, a tire chain will not fit properly. This
could damage the vehicle and result in loss of the
chain.
 This tire should not be installed on the front axle if
the vehicle must be driven in snow or on ice.
 Do not use the compact spare tire on any other
vehicle because this tire has been designed
especially for your vehicle.
 The compact spare’s tread life is shorter than a
regular tire. Inspect your compact spare tire
regularly and replace worn compact spare tires with
the same size and design, mounted on the same
wheel.
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NOTICE
Check the inflation pressure after installing the
spare tire. Adjust it to the specified pressure, as
necessary.
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Maintenance ServicesYou should exercise the utmost care to prevent damage
to your vehicle and/or injury to yourself whenever
performing any maintenance or inspection procedures.
Should you have any doubts concerning the inspection
or servicing of your vehicle, we strongly recommend
that you have an Authorized Kia Dealer perform this
work.
An Authorized Kia Dealer has factory-trained
technicians and genuine Kia parts to service your
vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service,
see an Authorized Kia Dealer.
Inadequate, incomplete or insufficient servicing may
result in operational problems with your vehicle that
could lead to vehicle damage, an accident or personal
injury.
Owner’s ResponsibilityMaintenance Service and Record Retention are the
owner’s responsibility.
You should retain documents to show that proper
maintenance has been performed on your vehicle in
accordance with the scheduled maintenance service
charts shown on the following pages. You need this
information to be able to establish your compliance
with the servicing and maintenance requirements of
your Kia warranties.
Detailed warranty information is provided in your
Warranty and Consumer Information Manual. Repairs
and adjustments required as a result of improper
maintenance or a lack of required maintenance are not
covered.
We recommend that such maintenance be performed
by an Authorized Kia Dealer using genuine Kia parts.
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Maintenance7-12
WARNING - Loose Clothing/
Jewelry
Working under the hood with the engine
running is dangerous. It is even more
dangerous when you wear jewelry, long hair or
loose clothing. These can become entangled in
moving parts and result in injury. Therefore, if
you must run the engine while working under
the hood, make certain that you pull hair back,
remove all jewelry (especially rings, bracelets,
watches, and necklaces) and all neckties,
scarves, and similar loose clothing before
getting near the engine or cooling fans.
WARNING - Engine Cooling
Fans
Because your engine cooling fans are
electrically controlled, they will run if the
ignition switch is on, even if the engine is not
running. This could cause serious injury. To
prevent this, be sure the ignition is off, unless
you must run the engine while performing
maintenance or an inspection.
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