2005 KIA Rio Engine

Vehicle Break-In ProcessNo special break-in period is needed. By following a
few simple precautions for the first 1,000 km(600 miles)
you may add to the performance, economy and life of
your vehicle.
 Do not race the engine.
 Do not maintain a single speed for long periods of
time, either fast or slow. Varying engine speeds are
beneficial for proper engine break-in.
 Avoid hard stops, except in emergencies, to allow
the brakes to seat properly.
 Avoid full-throttle starts.
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Knowing Your Vehicle3-52 Air Bag Warning LightThe purpose of the air bag warning light in your instru-
ment panel is to alert you of a potential problem with
your Air Bag – Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).
WARNING - Front Passengers
 NEVER use a child restraint in the front
seat. There is a very significant risk of seri-
ous or fatal injuries to a child in a child
restraint if the right front passenger air bag
inflates.

In the front seat, a rear-facing child restraint
would be positioned too close to where the
air bags are stored and in the event an air
bag deploys, the air bag would impact the
rear-facing child restraint and cause serious
injuries or death.
 Failure to observe the instructions provided
with the child restraint system could
increase the risk and/or severity of injury in
an accident.
Have the system checked if:
 The light does not illuminate when you turn the
ignition ON.
 The light stays ON after the engine starts.
 The light comes ON or flashes while you are dri-
ving.
A-BAG-W
AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT
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Knowing Your Vehicle3-583. Lift the hood and hold it open with the prop rod by
inserting the free end of the rod into the slot in the
hood.
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Closing the Hood Check the area under the hood to make certain all
filler caps are in place and that all loose items have
been removed.
 Secure the support rod in its clip.
 Lower the hood to about 30 cm (12 inches) height
and then let it drop to properly lock in place.
 Check to make sure the hood is closed.
WARNING
Hold the upper part wrapped in rubber of the
support rod. If you hold the other parts when
the support rod is heated by engine, you may
get burned.
CAUTION
Before closing the hood, make sure that all parts
and tools have been removed from the engine
area and that everyone is clear of the hood open-
ing.
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Knowing Your Vehicle3-60
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 Do not get back into a vehicle once you have
begun refueling. Do not touch, rub or slide
against any item or fabric (polyester, satin,
nylon, etc.) capable of producing static elec-
tricity. Static electricity discharge can ignite
fuel vapors resulting in explosion. If you
must re-enter the vehicle, you should once
again eliminate potentially dangerous static
electricity discharge by touching a metal part
of the vehicle, away from the fuel filler neck,
nozzle or other gasoline source.
 When using a portable fuel container be sure
to place the container on the ground prior to
refueling. Static electricity discharge from the
container can ignite fuel vapors causing a
fire. Once refueling has begun, contact with
the vehicle should be maintained until the
filling is complete. Use only portable fuel con-
tainers designed to carry and store gasoline.
 Do not use cellular phones around a gas sta-
tion or while refueling any vehicle. Electric
current and/or electronic interference from
cellular phones can potentially ignite fuel
vapors causing a fire.
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If you must use your cellular phone, use it in a
place away from the gas station.
 When refueling always shut the engine off.
Sparks produced by electrical components
related to the engine can ignite fuel vapors
causing a fire. Always insure that the engine
is OFF before and during refueling. Once
refueling is complete, check to make sure
the fuel filler cap and door are securely
closed, before starting the engine.
 Do not light any fire around a gas station.
DO NOT use matches or a lighter and DO
NOT SMOKE or leave a lit cigarette in your
vehicle while at a gas station especially dur-
ing refueling. Automotive fuel is highly
flammable and can, when ignited, result in
explosion by flames.
 If a fire breaks out during refueling, leave
the vicinity of the vehicle, and immediately
contact the manager of the gas station or
contact the police and local fire department.
Follow any safety instructions they provide.
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Knowing Your Vehicle3-70Power Outlet (If Equipped)Open the power outlet cover on the rear trim and, with
the engine running, insert the mating connector from the
electrical appliance. Make sure the electrical appliance
draws less than 10 amperes at 12 volts.
1GQ102021B
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NOTICE
 Use when the engine is running, and remove a
plug from the power outlet after using the elec-
tric appliance. Using when the engine stops or
remaining the electric appliance with plugged
in for many hours may cause the battery to be
discharged.
 If you have to use electrical accessories that
draw higher power(vacuum cleaners, lights,
coolers, etc.), use the power outlet intermittent-
ly and with caution.
 If electrical accessories are plugged into the
power outlet for long periods with engine off,
the vehicle battery will discahrge and battery
life will be shortened.
 Close the power outlet cover when not in use.
 Some electronic devices can cause electronic
interference when plugged into a vehicle’s
power outlet. These devices may cause exces-
sive audio static and malfunctions in other
electronic systems or devices used in your
vehicle.
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DRIVING YOUR VEHICLEIgnition Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4
Manual Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7
Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-9
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-15
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-22
Tilt Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-22
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-23
Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-25
Warnings and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-27
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33
Daytime Running Lights(DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-35
Wipers and Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-36
Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-38
Interior Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-40
Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-44
Windshield Defrosting and Defogging . . . . . . . . . . . .4-50
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Ignition SwitchIgnition Switch and Anti-Theft Steering
Column LockIgnition Switch Position
LOCK
The steering wheel is locked to protect against theft.
The ignition key can be removed only in the LOCK
position. For vehicles equipped with an automatic
transaxle, it also locks the gear shift lever in the
P (Park) position.
ACC (Accessory)
Turning the ignition switch to this position unlocks the
steering wheel and will allow some of your vehicle’s
electrical accessories such as the radio to operate when
the engine is OFF.
ON
Turning the ignition switch to this position allows you
to test your vehicle’s warning lights (except the brake
system warning light) to make sure they work before
you start the engine. The ignition key returns to the
ON position once the engine is started and remains in
this position while the engine is running.
Do not leave the ignition switch in the ON position for
extended periods with the engine OFF because the bat-
tery will discharge.
Driving Your Vehicle4-2
AS2B04001
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NOTICE
This spark ignition system meets all require-
ment of the Canadian interference - Causing
Equipment Regulations.
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START
Turn the ignition key to the START position to start the
engine. The engine will crank until you release the key,
then it returns to the ON position. Also, the brake
warning indicator illuminates to check the bulb in this
position.
Difficulty in turning the ignition key to the START posi-
tion can be caused by pressure on the switch from the
steering column. To allow the ignition key to turn,
move the steering wheel right or left to release the ten-
sion and then turn the key.
Automatic Transaxle
When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion, the shift lever must be in the P (Park) position.
Manual Transaxle
When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion, push the key inward at the ACC position and turn
the key toward the LOCK position.
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WARNING
• Never turn the ignition switch to LOCK or
ACC while the vehicle is moving. This could
result in loss of directional control and
braking function, which could cause an
immediate accident.
 Never reach for the ignition switch, or any
other controls, through the steering wheel
while the vehicle is in motion. Failure to
observe this warning can result in loss of
vehicle steering and braking control, which
may result in an accident.
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NOTICE
For safety, the engine will not start if the
clutch pedal is not depressed fully on manual
transaxle equipped models.
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