2005 KIA Rio weight

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Tonneau Cover (If Equipped)Use the tonneau cover to hide items stored in the cargo
area.
To use the tonneau cover, pull the handle backward and
insert the edges into the slots of the slide rails.
CAUTION
 Do not place objects on the tonneau cover.
Such objects may be thrown about inside the
vehicle and possibly injure vehicle occupants
during an accident or when braking.

Since the tonneau may be damaged or malformed,
do not put the luggage on it when it is used.

For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary
weight.
 Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage
compartment. It is designed for luggage only.
 Try to maintain the balance of the vehicle and
locate the weight as far forward as possible.
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For improved engine performance, the transaxle will
not shift into 4th gear until the engine coolant reaches
normal operation temperature.
2 (2nd)
Move shift lever to this position for driving in heavy,
slow-moving traffic or when climbing hills. This posi-
tion also provides engine braking when going down
hills and helps reduce wheel spin on slippery surfaces.
1 (1st)
Move the shift lever to this position in hard pulling sit-
uations and for climbing or descending steep grades.
Moving Up a Steep Grade from a Standing
Start
To move up a steep grade from a standing start,
depress the brake pedal, shift the shift lever to
D (Drive), 2 (2nd), or 1 (1st). Select the appropriate
gear depending on load weight and steepness of the
grade, and release the parking brake. Depress the
accelerator gradually while releasing the service
brakes.Shift Lock System
For your safety, the Automatic Transaxle has a shift
lock system which prevents shifting the transaxle out
of P (Park) unless the brake pedal is depressed.
To shift the transaxle out of P (Park):
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
2. Start the engine or turn the ignition key to the ON
position.
3. Depress the lock release button and move the shift
lever.
When the ignition switch is in the ACC or LOCK posi-
tion, the transaxle cannot be shifted from P (Park).
If the brake pedal is repeatedly depressed and released
with the shift lever in the P (Park) position, a chatter-
ing noise near the shift lever may be heard.
This is a normal condition.
Also, the ignition key cannot be removed unless the
shift lever is in the P (Park) position. If the ignition
switch is in any other position, the key cannot be
removed.
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Suggestions for Economical
OperationYour vehicle’s fuel economy is mainly dependent on
your style of driving, how you drive, where you drive
and when you drive.
Each of these factors has an effect on how many miles
(kilometers) you can get from a gallon (liter) of fuel.
To operate your vehicle as economically as possible,
use the following driving suggestions to help save
money in both fuel and repairs:
 Avoid lengthy warm-up idling. Once the engine
is running smoothly, begin driving. Remember,
though, that on cold days, engine warm-up may take
a little longer.
 Save fuel by accelerating slowly after stopping.
 Keep the engine in tune and follow the
recommended periodic maintenance schedule.
This will increase the life of all parts and lower your
operating costs.
 Do not use the air conditioner unnecessarily.
 Slow down when driving on rough roads. For longer tire life and better fuel economy, always
keep the tires inflated to the recommended
pressures.
 Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles to
avoid sudden stops. This will reduce wear on brake
linings and pads and save fuel because extra fuel is
required to accelerate back to driving speed.
 Do not carry unnecessary weight in the vehicle.
 Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while
driving. This can cause needless wear, possible
damage to the brakes, and poor fuel economy.
 Improper wheel alignment causes the tires to roll
at excessive angles, which results in faster tire wear.
It takes more power to overcome this improper
alignment, which wastes fuel.
 Open windows at high speeds can reduce fuel
economy.
 Crosswinds and headwinds reduce fuel economy. To
help offset some of this loss, slow down when
driving in these conditions.Driving Tips5-6
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Overloading Label Information
There are several important labels and identification
numbers located on your vehicle. The label locations
are identified in the illustrations on the following
pages.
CAUTION
The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) and the
gross vehicle weight (GVW) for your vehicle are
on the manufacturer’s label attached to the
driver’s door or are listed in the “Specifications’’
section of this Owner’s Manual. Exceeding these
ratings can cause an accident or vehicle damage.
You can calculate the weight of your load by
weighing the items (or people) before putting
them in the vehicle. Be careful not to overload
your vehicle.
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Tires and WheelsTire CareFor proper maintenance, safety, and maximum fuel
economy, you must always maintain recommended tire
inflation pressures and stay within the load limits and
weight distribution recommended for your vehicle.Inflation PressuresCheck all tire pressures (including the spare) monthly
when the tires are cold. “Cold tires” means the car has
not been driven for at least three hours or driven less
than 1.6 km (one mile). Recommended pressures must
be maintained to ensure ride quality, vehicle handling,
and minimum tire wear.Maintenance7-34
All specifications (sizes and pressures) can be found
on a label attached to the front passenger door sill.
The correct tire pressure is 200 kPa (29 psi)
The compact spare should be at 415 kPa (60 psi).
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Compact Spare Tire Replacement
A compact spare tire has a shorter tread life than a
regular size tire. Replace it when you can see the tread
wear indicator bars on the tire. The replacement
compact spare tire should be the same size and design
tire as the one provided with your new Kia and should
be mounted on the same compact spare tire wheel. The
compact spare tire is not designed to be mounted on
a regular size wheel, and the compact spare tire wheel
is not designed for mounting a regular size tire.
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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
In addition to proper tire inflation, correct wheel
alignment helps to minmize tire wear. Your vehicle’s
alignment sh
ould be checked every 12 months
or
24,000 km (15,000 miles).
Your tires were properly balanced at the factory, but
they may need to be rebalanced before they wear out.
If you notice a consistent vibration when driving, have
your Kia Dealer inspect your tires. A tire should
always be rebalanced if it has been removed from the
wheel.
✻ ✻
NOTICE
Improper wheel weights can damage your
vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use only approved
wheel weights.
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Tread wear
indicator bar
Indicator
location mark
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SpecificationsThe specifications given here are for general
information only. Please check with an authorized Kia
dealer for more precise and more up-to-date
information.
DIMENSIONS Unit: mm (in)WEIGHTS
Refer to the label describing GVWR & GAWR
weights attached to your vehicle.
(see page 5-13, Label information)
AIR CONDITIONERSpecifications8-2
Item 4 Door 5 Door
Overall length 166.9 (4,240)
166.9 (4,240)
Overall width 66.1 (1,680) 66.1 (1,680)Overall height w/o roof rack
56.5 (1,435) -
Overall height with roof rack
- 57.9 (1,470)
Front tread 56.3 (1,430) 56.3 (1,430)
Rear tread 56.5 (1,435) 56.5 (1,435)
Wheelbase 94.9 (2,410) 94.9 (2,410)
Refrigerant complies with SAE J639 R134a
Maximum operating charge480 ± 25 g
(16.93 ± 0.88 oz.)
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