2005 KIA Rio Engine

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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2.Manual Transaxle - Depress the clutch pedal fully
and shift the transaxle into N (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) or N (Neutral). Depress the brake
pedal fully.
3. Depress the accelerator fully and hold it.
4. While holding the accelerator fully depressed, turn
the ignition switch to the START position and hold
it (a maximum of 10 seconds) to discharge the
excess fuel.
If the engine starts, the engine speed will increase
suddenly; immediately release the ignition key and
the accelerator.
If the engine has not yet started, release the acceler-
ator after cranking the engine.
5. Without depressing the accelerator, crank the
engine until it starts (a maximum of 10 seconds).If the engine fails to start when the engine is warm:
If the engine is unusually difficult to restart when it is
warm (fails to start after repeated attempts without
depressing the accelerator):
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2.Manual Transaxle- Depress the clutch pedal fully
and shift the transaxle into N (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) or N (Neutral). Depress the brake
pedal fully.
3. While depressing the accelerator pedal about
halfway down, turn the ignition switch to the
START position and hold it (a maximum of
10 seconds).
4. After the engine has started, let it idle for about
10 seconds before driving.
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The starter will not operate if:
Automatic transaxle - the shift lever is NOT in P
(Park) or N (Neutral).
Manual transaxle- the clutch pedal is not fully
depressed.
Excessive engine noise (from valve tappets) may occur
if the engine has not been operated for an extended
period.
The noise should stop after the engine has reached
normal operating temperature.
If the noise does not stop, have the vehicle inspected
by an Authorized Kia Dealer.Driving Your Vehicle4-6
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NOTICE
Do not engage the starter for more than
10 seconds. If the engine stalls or fails to start,
wait 5 to 10 seconds before re-engaging the
starter. Excessive or improper use of the starter
may damage it.
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NOTICE
This spark ignition system complies with
Canadian ICES-002.
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Manual Transaxle (If Equipped)Manual Transaxle OperationThe shift pattern is conventional for five forward gears,
as shown below.
Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, then
release it slowly.
A special safety feature prevents inadvertent shifting
from 5 (Fifth) to R (Reverse). The gearshift lever must
be returned to the Neutral position before shifting into
R (Reverse).
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NOTICE
To avoid premature clutch wear and damage, do
not drive with your foot resting on the clutch
pedal. Also, don’t use the clutch to hold the vehi-
cle stopped on an upgrade (while waiting for a
traffic light, etc).✽
NOTICE
Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped
before shifting into R (Reverse).
WARNING - Manual Transaxle
Before leaving the driver’s seat, always set the
parking brake fully and shut the engine OFF,
then make sure the transaxle is shifted into 1st
gear. Unexpected and sudden vehicle move-
ment can occur if these precautions are not fol-
lowed in the order identified.
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For the best fuel economy, the following shift points
are recommended:
Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy traffic or while
driving up steep hills, downshift before the engine
starts to “labor.’’ Downshifting reduces the chance of
stalling and gives better acceleration when you again
need to increase your speed. When the vehicle is trav-
eling down steep hills, downshifting one gear level
helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life.
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Shift Points km/h (mph)
1st to 2nd 19 (12)
2nd to 3rd 32 (20)
3rd to 4th 50 (31)
4th to 5th 63 (39)
Shift Point RecommendationsUpshifting
For normal acceleration, the following shift points are
recommended:
This data has been obtained through tests. You are
encouraged to follow this shift schedule.
Occasionally, you may have to shift at higher speeds
than those shown above when you need more power,
such as when you are driving on a hill or passing
another vehicle. However, never exceed maximum
engine RPM.Shift Points km/h (mph)
1st to 2nd 25 (15)
2nd to 3rd 45 (27)
3rd to 4th 62 (37)
4th to 5th 79 (47)
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Automatic Transaxle OperationAll normal forward driving is done with the shift lever
in the D (Drive) position.
To move the shift lever from the P (Park) position, the
ignition switch must be in the ON position, the brake
pedal must be depressed, and the lock release button
must be depressed.
For smooth operation, depress the brake pedal when
shifting from N (Neutral) to a forward or Reverse gear.Driving Your Vehicle4-10
CAUTION
• Do not accelerate the engine in R (Reverse) or
any of the forward positions with the brakes
on.
 When stopped on an upgrade, do not hold the
vehicle stationary with engine power. Use the
service brake or the parking brake.
 Do not shift from N (Neutral) or P (Park) into
1 (1st), 2 (2nd), D (Drive) or R (Reverse) when
the engine is above idle speed.
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Transaxle Ranges
O/D (OVERDRIVE) SYSTEM
Pressing the O/D system button cancels and engages
the overdrive system. When the O/D system is can-
celled (button is depressed), the O/D OFF indicator
illuminates and the transaxle gear range is limited to
1st through 3rd. The transaxle will not shift to 4th gear
until the O/D system button is again depressed.
When the ignition is switched OFF, the O/D OFF mode
is automatically cancelled.
WARNING - Automatic
Transaxle
 Before leaving the driver’s seat, always
make sure the shift lever is in the P (PARK)
position; then set the parking brake fully
and shut the engine off. Unexpected and
sudden vehicle movement can occur if these
precautions are not followed in the order
identified.
O/D OFF indicator
This indicator light illuminates in the instrument panel
when the O/D mode is cancelled.
NORMAL OPERATION
P (Park)
This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front
wheels from rotating. Always come to a complete stop
before shifting into this position.
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NOTICE
If the O/D OFF indicator flashes, it indicates an
electrical problem with the transaxle. Should this
occur, have the vehicle checked by an Authorized
Kia Dealer as soon as possible.
WARNING
Shifting into P (Park) while the vehicle is in
motion will cause the front wheels to lock and
you will lose driving control of the vehicle.
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R (Reverse)
Use this position to drive the vehicle backward.
N (Neutral)
In this position, the wheels and transaxle are not
locked. The vehicle will roll freely even on the slight-
est incline unless the parking brake or service brakes
are applied.
D (Drive)
This is the normal forward driving position. The
transaxle will automatically shift through a four-gear
sequence, providing the best fuel economy and power.
For extra power when passing another vehicle or
climbing steep grades, depress the accelerator fully, at
which time the transaxle will automatically downshift
into the next lower gear.
CAUTION
Always come to a complete stop before shifting
into or out of R (Reverse). You may damage the
transaxle if you shift into R while the vehicle is in
motion, except as explained in “Rocking the
Ve h i c l e .’’
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NOTICE
The transaxle may be damaged if you shift into
P (Park) while the vehicle is in motion.
WARNING
 Do not use the P (Park) position in place of
the parking brake when leaving the vehicle.
Always make sure the shift lever is latched
in the P (Park) position so that it cannot be
moved unless the lock release button is
pushed in AND the parking brake is fully
set.
 Turn the ignition switch OFF whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended. Never leave the
vehicle unattended while the engine is run-
ning. Unexpected and sudden vehicle move-
ment may occur if these precautions are not
taken.
 Never leave a child unattended in a vehicle.
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