2005 KIA Rio tow

Driving Your Vehicle4-42Glove Box
To open the glove box door, pull the latch toward you.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of injury in case of an accident
or sudden stop, always keep the glove box door
closed while driving.
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AshtrayTo remove the ashtray, pull it out to the normal posi-
tion, push down on the lock spring plate, and pull the
ashtray out.
WARNING -Ashtray Use
Do not use the vehicle’s ashtrays as waste
receptacles.
Putting lit cigarettes or matches in an ash-
tray with other combustible materials may
cause a fire.
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Fan Speed Control Knob
The fan speed control knob (B) is the center knob in the
climate control panel. Four (4) adjustable fan speeds are
provided;fan speed increases as the number on the knob
increases. The ignition switch must be in the ON
position for fan operation.
OFF – Fan off
1 – Low speed
2 – Medium speed
3 – High speed
4 – Maximum speed
Mode Selection Knob
The mode selection knob (C) is the closest to the
passenger’s seat in the climate control panel. It controls
the direction of air flow through the ventilation system.Face position
Air flow is directed toward the upper body
and face. Additionally, each outlet can be
controlled to direct the air discharged from
the outlet. (outlet port: , )
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A
A
A
D
D
C
C
B
BB
D
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Driving Your Vehicle4-46Face - floor position
Air flow is directed towards the face and the
floor. The air to the floor is warmer than the
air to the face (except when the temperature
control is set to the extreme cold position).
(outlet port: , , )
Floor position
Most of the air flow is directed to the floor,
with a small amount of the air being directed
to the windshield and side window defroster.
(outlet port: , )
Floor - defrost position
Most of the air flow is directed to the floor
and the windshield with a small amount
directed to the side window defrosters.
(outlet port: , , )
Defrost position
Most of the air flow is directed to the wind-
shield with a small amount of air directed to
the side window defrosters.
(outlet port: , )Air Flow Control Button
It is recommended that under normal conditions the
outside (fresh) air position be selected.
Recirculated air position If you press the air intake control button once (recircu-
late), almost all outside air flow into the vehicle is shut
off, and air within the vehicle will be recirculated.
This position can be used temporarily for maximum
heating or cooling (if equipped with an air condition-
ing) and to help prevent undesirable outside air flow
into the vehicle.
BC
C
D
D
A
C
D
A
D
CAUTION
Continued climate control system operation in the
recirculated air position may allow humidity to
increase inside the vehicle which may fog the
glass and obscure visibility
WARNING
Don’t sleep in a vehicle with air conditioning
system or heating system on. It may cause seri-
ous harm or death to passengers due to a drop
in the oxygen level and/or body temperature.
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DRIVING TIPSFuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
Emission Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3
Before Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4
Suggestions for Economical Operation . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
Special Driving Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12
Overloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-13
Label Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-13
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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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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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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.
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