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Driving Your Vehicle4-28Low Brake Fluid Level Warning
If the warning light remains ON when the parking
brake is released, it may indicate that the brake fluid
level in the reservoir is low.
If the warning light remains ON:
1. Drive to the nearest safe location and carefully stop
your vehicle.
2. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level
immediately and add fluid as required. All brake
components should also be checked immediately
for fluid leaks.
3. If leaks are found, if the warning light remains ON,
or if the brakes do not operate properly, do not
drive the vehicle. Have it towed to an Authorized
Kia Dealer for a brake system inspection and nec-
essary repairs.To check bulb operation, the warning light illuminates
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Safety Belt Warning As a reminder to the driver and passenger, safety belt
warning light will illuminate for approximately 6 sec-
onds each time you turn the ignition switch ON.
If the driver’s lap/shoulder belt is not fastened when
the key is turned ON, a chime sounds for approximate-
ly six seconds and the safety belt warning light illumi-
nates for approximately six seconds. If the system does
not operate as described, see an Authorized Kia Dealer
for assistance.Air Bag Warning This warning light will remain ON for approximately
6 seconds each time you turn the ignition switch ON.
If the system does not operate as described or if the
light comes on while the vehicle is being driven, see an
Authorized Kia Dealer for immediate assistance.Charging System Warning This warning light indicates a malfunction of either the
generator or electrical charging system.
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WARNING - Brake Warning
Lights
Driving the vehicle with a warning light ON is
dangerous. If the brake warning light remains
ON, have the brakes checked and repaired
immediately.
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Driving Your Vehicle4-32Key Reminder Warning Chime
If the driver’s door is opened and the ignition key is
left in the ignition switch, the key reminder warning
chime will sound. This is to remind you to remove
your keys from the ignition before you lock the vehi-
cle.Lights-On Warning ChimeThe lights-on warning chime will sound if the head-
light switch is left in the 1st or 2nd position and the
door is opened.Headlight High Beam Indicator This indicator illuminates when the headlights are on
and in the high beam position or when the turn signal
lever is pulled into the Flash-to-Pass position.O/D OFF Indicator
(automatic transaxle)This indicator comes on when the O/D system is
deactivated.
✽
NOTICE
A loose fuel filler cap may cause the On Board
DiagnosticSystem Malfunction Indicator Light
( ) in the instrument panel to illuminate
unnecessarily. Always make sure that the fuel
filler cap is tight.
CHECK
CHECK
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4-33 Door Ajar Warning
This warning light comes on when a door is not closed
securely with the ignition switch in any position.Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Warning Light (if equipped)This light illuminates when you start the engine. The
light will go off if the ABS system is operating nor-
mally. Also, this light comes on if the key is turned to
ON, and then goes off in 2-3 seconds if the system is
operating normally.
If this warning light illuminates while the vehicle is
being driven, have the vehicle checked by an autho-
rized Kia Dealer as soon as possible.Rear Window Defroster Indicator This light comes on when the rear defroster is ON.Rear Hatch Warning Light
(5 door-if equipped)This warning light comes on when a rear hatch is not
closed securely with the ignition switch in any posi-
tion.
AS2B04020
LightingLighting ControlTo turn the lights on, twist the knob on the end of the
control lever which is located on the steering column
to the left of the steering wheel.
First position
Tail, parking, license and sidemarker lights and instru-
ment panel lights ON.
Second position
Head, tail, parking, license and sidemarker lights and
instrument panel lights ON.
ABS
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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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Interior Care ....................................................................7-52
Interior Features ..............................................................4-40
Interior Lights .................................................................3-65K
eyless Entry System......................................................3-3
Keys ..................................................................................3-2
Label Information ..........................................................5-13
Lighting ...........................................................................4-33
Lubricant Specifications .................................................7-47
Lubricants and Fluids......................................................7-26
Luggage Net ....................................................................3-68M
aintenance Schedule ...................................................7-5
Maintenance Services .......................................................7-3
Manual Transaxle ..............................................................4-7
Mirrors ............................................................................3-62
O
verheating .....................................................................6-2
Overloading.....................................................................5-13
Owner Maintenance ........................................................7-10
Parking Brake ................................................................7-21
Power Outlet ...................................................................3-70
Power Steering.......................................................4-22, 7-22
R
ear Hatch .....................................................................3-54
Rear Window Defroster ..................................................4-38
Road Warning ...................................................................6-2
Roof Rack .......................................................................3-69
Safety Belts ....................................................................3-20
Seats ................................................................................3-11
Special Driving Conditions...............................................5-7
Specifications ................................................................... 8-2
Starting the Engine............................................................4-4
Steering Wheel ................................................................3-62
Suggestions for Economical Operation ............................5-6
Sunglass Holder ..............................................................3-67Tilt Steering ...................................................................4-22
Tires and Wheels.............................................................7-34
Tonneau Cover ................................................................3-71
Towing ............................................................................6-14
Trailer Towing.................................................................5-12
Trunk Lid ........................................................................3-55V
ehicle Break-In Process ................................................1-3
W
arnings and Indicators ...............................................4-27
Windows ...........................................................................3-8
Index9-2
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