2005 KIA Rio tow

Emergency StartingJump StartingJump starting can be dangerous if done incorrectly.
Therefore, to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your
vehicle or battery, follow the jump starting procedures
on the next page. If in doubt, we strongly recommend
that you have a competent technician or towing service
jump start your vehicle.
Jump Starting Procedure
1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 volts and that
its negative terminal is grounded.
2. Check the electrolyte level of each of the battery
cells.
3. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, do not
allow the vehicles to touch.In Case Of An Emergency6-4
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NOTICE
Use only a 12volt jumper system. You can damage
a 12volt starting motor, ignition system, and other
electrical parts by using a 24-volt power supply
(two 12-volt batteries in series or a 24-volt motor
generator set).
WARNING - Battery
• Keep all flames or sparks away from the
battery. The battery produces hydrogen gas
which may explode if exposed to flame or
sparks.
 Do not attempt to jump start vehicle if the
discharged battery is frozen or if the
electrolyte level is low; the battery may
rupture or explode.
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4. Turn off all unnecessary electrical loads.
5. Connect the jumper cables in the exact sequence
shown in the illustration on the previous page.
First, connect one end of a jumper cable to the
positive terminal (+) of the discharged battery ,
then the other end of the same cable to the positive
terminal (+) on the booster battery . Next,
connect one end of the other jumper cable to the
negative terminal (–) of the booster battery , then
the other end to a solid, stationary, metallic point
(for example, the engine lifting bracket) away
from the battery. Do not connect the jumper cable
to or near any part that moves when the engine is
cranked. Do not connect the jumper cable from the
negative terminal (–) of the booster battery to the
negative terminal (–) of the discharged battery. Do
not allow the jumper cables to contact anything
except the correct battery terminals or the correct
ground. Do not lean over the battery when making
connections.6. Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster
battery and run it at 2,000 rpm. Then, start the
engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
If the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent
(for example, having left the lights on accidentally),
you should have your vehicle checked by an Authorized
Kia Dealer.
Push-StartingA vehicle equipped with an automatic transaxle cannot
be started by pushing. A vehicle equipped with a
manual transaxle should not be push-started because it
could damage the emission control system. Follow the
directions for jump starting.
In Case Of An Emergency6-6
CAUTION
Never tow a vehicle to start it. A sudden surge
forward when the engine starts could cause a
collision with the tow vehicle.
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If the headlights or other electrical components do not
work and the fuses are OK, check the fuse box in the
engine compartment. If a fuse is blown, it must be
replaced.
1. Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover by unhooking the tab on
one end, and tilting the cover back toward the other
end.
3. Check the fuses. If one is blown, replace it with a
new one of the same rating.
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CAUTION
After checking the fuse box in the engine
compartment, make sure the cover is properly
reinstalled. An improperly installed cover could
allow water ingress and lead to electrical failures.
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In Case Of An Emergency6-14TowingIf emergency towing is necessary, we recommend
having it done by an Authorized Kia Dealer or a
competent tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing
procedures are necessary to prevent damage to the
vehicle. Provincial and local laws applicable to towing
vehicles must be followed.
As a general rule, towed vehicles should be pulled with
the driving wheels off the ground. If excessive damage
or other conditions prevent towing the vehicle with the
driving wheels off the ground, use wheel dollies.
With either an automatic or manual transaxle:
1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC position;
2. Place the shift lever in N (Neutral);
3. Release the parking brake.
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NOTICE
Do not tow the vehicle backward with the front
wheels on the ground. This may cause internal
damage to the transaxle.
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Wheel dolly
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NOTICE
Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Use wheel
lift or flatbed equipment.
CAUTION
Do not use the hooks under the front or rear of
the vehicle for towing purposes. These hooks are
designed ONLY for transport tie-down. If the tie-
down hooks are used for towing, the front/rear
bumper will be damaged and the vehicle may
break free from the tow vehicle.
Tie-Down Hooks (for flatbed towing)
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Front
Rear
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6-19 Changing Tires
Jacking Instructions
The jack is provided for emergency tire changing only.
Follow jacking instructions to reduce the possibility of
personal injury.Tire Replacement
1. Park on a level surface and set the parking brake
firmly.
2. Set the automatic transaxle in P (Park), or shift the
manual transaxle into R (Reverse).
3. Activate the hazard warning flasher.
4. Remove the wheel lug nut wrench, jack, jack
handle, and spare tire from the vehicle.
5. Block both the front and rear of the wheel that is
diagonally opposite the jack position.
WARNING - Changing Tires
 Never attempt vehicle repairs or a tire
change in the traffic lanes of a public road or
highway. Always move the vehicle completely
off the road and onto the shoulder before
trying to change a tire. If you cannot find a
firm, level place off the road, call a towing
service company for assistance.
 Do not exceed the maximum permissible
load of the jack: 600 kg. (1,320 lbs).
 Be sure to use the correct front or rear
jacking positions on the vehicle; never use
the bumpers or any other part of the vehicle
for jack support.
 Never allow any portion of your body to get
beneath the vehicle while using the jack.
 Do not start or run the engine while the
vehicle is supported by the jack.
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Flat tire
Wheel block
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Checking the Coolant Level
Check the condition and connections of all cooling
system hoses and heater hoses. Replace any swollen or
deteriorated hoses.
The coolant level should be full in the radiator
and between F (Full) and L (Low) on the coolant
reservoir dipstick when the engine is cool.
Check the coolant level using the dipstick attached to
the reservoir cap.
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WARNING -Removing
Radiator Cap
 Never attempt to remove the radiator cap
while the engine is operating. Doing so
might lead to cooling system and/or engine
damage and could result in serious personal
injury from escaping hot coolant or steam.
Turn the engine off and wait until it has
cooled. Even then, use extreme care when
removing the radiator cap. Wrap a thick
towel around it, and turn it
counterclockwise slowly to the first stop.
Step back while the pressure is released
from the cooling system. When you are sure
all the pressure has been released, press
down on the cap, using a thick towel, and
continue turning counterclockwise to
remove it.
 Even if the engine is not operating, do not
remove the radiator cap or the drain plug
while the engine and radiator are hot. Hot
coolant and steam may still blow out under
pressure, causing serious injury.
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Coolant reservoir dipstickLow OK Full
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1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the wiper blade
assembly to expose the plastic locking clip.
Compress the clip and slide the blade assembly
toward the windshield, then slide it off the arm.
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2. Firmly grasp the end of the rubber blade and pull
until the tabs are free of the metal support.
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NOTICE
Do not allow the wiper arm to fall against the
windshield.
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Plastic locking
clip Push
Metal support
TabsPull out
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