2005 KIA Rio fuel

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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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.
Driving Your Vehicle4-8
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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Driving Your Vehicle4-12
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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Instrument Cluster
2FDA409A
With tachometer
A/T: Automatic Transaxle
Turn signal indicators
Speedometer
Tachometer
Warning and
indicator lights
Tripmeter/OdometerTripmeter reset
buttonWarning and indica-
tor lights
Fuel gauge Engine temperature gauge
A/T
A/T
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Driving Your Vehicle4-24
2FDA410A
Without tachometer
Turn signal indicators
Speedometer
Engine tempera-
ture gauge
Warning and
indicator lights
Tripmeter/OdometerTripmeter reset
buttonFuel gaugeWarning and
indicator lights
A/T: Automatic Transaxle
A/T
A/T
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Driving Your Vehicle4-26 Fuel GaugeThe fuel gauge indicates the approximate amount of
fuel remaining in the fuel tank.
Fuel tank capacity: 45 L (11.7 US gal.)
The fuel gauge is supplemented by a low fuel warning
light located in the instrument panel.
This gauge is designed to continue indicating the
amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank even after the
ignition switch has been turned to OFF.
Engine Temperature GaugeThis gauge shows the temperature of the engine
coolant when the ignition switch is ON.
If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range
area toward the H position, it indicates overheating that
may damage the engine.
Do not continue driving with an overheated engine.
If your vehicle overheats, refer to “Overheating’’ in the
Index.
1B3105005
1B3105006
With Tachometer
Without Tachometer
With Tachometer
Without Tachometer
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If the warning light illuminates while driving:
1. Drive to the nearest safe location and carefully stop
your vehicle.
2. With the engine OFF, check the generator drive belt
for looseness or breakage.
3. If the belt is adjusted properly, a problem exists
somewhere in the electrical charging system. Have
an Authorized Kia Dealer locate and correct the
problem as soon as possible.Engine Oil Pressure Warning This warning light indicates the engine oil pressure is
low.
If the warning light comes ON while driving:
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 after adding oil or if
oil is not available, call an Authorized Kia Dealer.Low Fuel Level Warning This warning light indicates the fuel tank is near
empty. The warning light will come on when the fuel
level has dropped to about 9 liters (2.4 US gal.).
Refuel as soon as possible.
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NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with a loose or broken
generator belt; the engine could be damaged by
overheating because this belt also drives the water
pump.
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NOTICE
 If the engine is not stopped as soon as possible,
severe engine damage could result.
 Do not drive the vehicle when the Engine Oil
Pressure Warning Light is ON.
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