2005 KIA Rio brake

Driving Tips5-10
Snow Tires
When snow tires are used, select the size and
construction specified on the Tire Pressure Label. It is
strongly recommended that snow tires be used on all
four wheels, or poor handling may result. Snow tires
should not be operated at speeds exceeding 75 mph
(120 km/h).
These tires should be inflated 4 psi (28 kPa,
0.3 kg/cm
2) above the recommended pressures shown
on the Tire Specification/Pressure Label, but inflation
should never exceed the maximum cold-tire pressure
shown on the tire sidewalls.
Do not install studded tires without first checking
local, provincial and municipal regulations for
possible restrictions against their use.
WARNING - Snow Tire Size
Snow tires should be equivalent in size and
type to the vehicle’s standard tires. Otherwise,
the safety and handling of your vehicle may be
adversely affected.
Winter Driving We recommend that you carry emergency
equipment. Some things you might include are tire
chains, a window scraper, windshield de-icer, a bag
of sand or salt, flares, a small shovel and jumper
cables.
 Make sure you have sufficient ethylene glycol
coolant in the radiator.
 Check the battery condition and cables. Cold
temperatures reduce the capacity of any battery, so it
must be in top shape to provide enough winter
starting power.
 Make sure the engine oil viscosity is suitable for
cold weather.
 Check the ignition system for loose connections and
damage.
 Use antifreeze-formulated windshield washer fluid
and make sure you have sufficient fluid for your
trip. (Do not use engine coolant antifreeze.)
 Do not use the parking brake if it might freeze. This
is most likely to happen after driving in slushy or
wet conditions and temperatures drop into the
freezing range. When parking, shift to P (Park) with
automatic transaxle, or to 1 (First) or R (Reverse)
with a manual transaxle and block the rear wheels.
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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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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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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.
✽
NOTICE
Do not tow the vehicle backward with the front
wheels on the ground. This may cause internal
damage to the transaxle.
AS2B06006AAS2B06007A
Wheel dolly
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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.
AS2B06012
Flat tire
Wheel block
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In Case Of An Emergency6-206. For models with alloy wheels, remove the center
cap.
WARNING - Changing a Front
Tire
When one front wheel is lifted off the ground,
neither the automatic transaxle P (Park)
position nor the manual transaxle R (Reverse)
position will prevent the vehicle from moving
and possibly slipping off the jack, even if these
positions are properly engaged. To prevent
vehicle movements while changing a tire,
always set the parking brake fully, and always
block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel
being changed.
7. Loosen the four lug nuts counterclockwise one turn
each, but do not remove any nut until the tire has
been raised off the ground.
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7-1
MAINTENANCEMaintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-5
Owner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10
Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-13
Engine Oil and Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-14
Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-16
Brakes and Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-20
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-21
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-22
Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-23
Lubricants and Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-26
Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-27
Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-28
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-31
Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-34
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-42
Lubricant Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-47
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Chassis and BodyI: Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary,
Check the engine oil and coolant levels every week.
R: Replace or change.
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(1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual.
(3) More frequent maintenance is required if the vehicle is operated under any of the
following conditions.
a. Short-distance driving.
b. Driving on dusty roads.
c. Extensive idling or slow-speed driving in stop-and-go traffic.Kilometers or Time in Months, Whichever Comes First
km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
Air conditioner compressor operation &
IIIII
refrigerant amount (if equipped)
Exhaust pipes, heat shield & mountingsIIII IIII
Front suspension ball jointsIIII
Brakes/clutch fluidIIIIIIIRIIIIIIIR
Front brake pads & discsIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Rear brake pads & discs/drumsIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Parking brakeII III II I
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
x 1,000
(1)
(3)
(3)
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