
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE
4-46SYSTEM OPERATIONVENTILATION1. Set the mode selection switch to the
position.
2. Set the air intake control switch to
the outside air position.
3. Set the temperature control knob to
the desired position.
4. Set the fan speed control knob to the
desired speed.HEATING1. Set the mode selection switch to the
position.
2. Set the air intake control switch to
the outside air position.3. Set the temperature control knob to
the desired position.
4. Set the fan speed control knob to the
desired speed.
5. If dehumidified heating is desired,
turn the air conditioning system (if
equipped) ON.
• If cool air is desired at face level for
bi-level operation, set the mode
selection switch to the position.
• If the windshield fogs up, set the mode
selection switch to the position.
AIR CONDITIONING
SYSTEM OPERATING
TIPS:• If the vehicle has been parked in
direct sunlight during hot weather,
open the windows for a short time to
let hot air inside the vehicle escape.
• To help reduce moisture on the inside
of windows on rainy, humid days,
decrease the humidity inside the
vehicle by operating the air
conditioning system.
• During air conditioning system
operation, you may occasionally
notice a slight change in engine
speed at idle as the A/C compressor
cycles ON. This is a normal system
operating characteristic.
• Use the air conditioning system every
month if only for a few minutes.
• After air conditioning system use,
you may notice clear water dripping
(or even puddling) on the ground
under the passenger side of the
vehicle. This is a normal system
operating characteristic.
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 visi-
bility.
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• The air conditioning system includes
a function that will automatically turn
the A/C compressor OFF if engine
coolant temperature approaches an
overheating level. A/C compressor
operation will resume once engine
coolant temperature returns to the
“normal” range. Also, the A/C
compressor is automatically turned
off for a few seconds when the
accelerator is fully depressed.
• When operating the air conditioning
system use the outside (fresh) air
position.
• Operating the air conditioning system
in the recirculated air position does
provide maximum cooling, however,
continual operation in this mode may
cause the air inside the vehicle to
become stale.
AUTOMATIC HEATING AND COOLING CONTROL SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)1. Temperature Control Swicth
2. AUTO (Automatic Control) Switch
3. OFF Switch
4. Indicator Light
5. Air Conditioning Switch
6. Ambient Switch 7. Rear Window Defroster Switch
8. Defroster Switch
9. Air Intake Control Switch
10. Air Flow Control Switch (Mode Switch)
11. Fan Speed Control Switch
12. Air Quality Control System (If equipped)
AUTO
A MODE AMB
AUTO AMB A/C
OFF
A/C
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Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic heating and cooling control system
controlled by simply setting the desired temperature.
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AUTOMATIC OPERATION
(IF EQUIPPED)The FATC (Full Automatic Temperature
Control) system automatically controls
the heating and cooling. To activate it:
1. Push the "AUTO" switch. The
indicator light will come on
confirming that the Face, Floor and/
or Bi-Level modes as well as the
blower speed and air conditioner will
be controlled automatically.
2. Press the "temperature control"
switch to set the desired temperature.
The temperature will increase to the
maximum 32°C (90°F) by pressing
the red button. Each time the red
button is depressed, the set
temperature will increase by 0.5°C
(1°F).The temperature will decrease to the
minimum 17°C (62°F) by pressing
the blue button. Each time the blue
button is depressed, the set
temperature will decrease by 0.5°C
(1°F).
AMBIENT SWITCHPressing the AMB button displays the
ambient temperature on the LCD.MANUAL OPERATIONThe heating and cooling system can be
controlled manually if the “AUTO”
button is not selected. In the manual
state, the system works sequentially
according to the order of buttons
selected.
System function not manually selected
will be controlled automatically.
Press the "AUTO" button in order to
convert to automatic control of the
system.FAN SPEED CONTROLThe fan speed can be set to the desired
speed by pressing the appropriate fan
speed control button. The higher the fan
speed is, the more air is delivered.
Pressing the "OFF" button turns off the
fan.
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE
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✻
NOTICE
If the battery has been discharged
or disconnected, the temperature
mode will reset as Centigrade
degree.
This is normal condition and you
can adjust the temperature mode
from Centigrade to Fahrenheit as
follows;
Press the temperature down but-
ton 3 seconds or more with the
AMB button held down. The dis-
play shows that the unit of tem-
perature is adjusted to Centigrade
or Fahrenheit.
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AIR INTAKE CONTROLThis is used to select the recirculation of
inside air.RECIRCULATED AIR
POSITIONwhen the air intake control switch is
depressed (Switch indicator illuminates),
almost all outside air flow into the
vehicle is shut off and air inside the
vehicle is recirculated.
This position can be used temporarily for
maximum heating or cooling (if
equipped with air conditioning) and to
help prevent undesirable outside air flow
into the vehicle.Outside (Fresh) Air PositionWhen the air intake control switch is not
illuminated, air enters the ventilation
system from outside the vehicle. Use this
position for normal ventilation and
heating.
HEATING AND COOLING
SYSTEM OFFPress the "OFF" button to stop the
operation of the heating and cooling
system.AIR FLOW CONTROL
(MODE SWITCH)The mode selection button controls the
direction of the air flow through the
ventilation system.
The air flow outlet port is same as manual
climate control 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: , )
FACE-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: , )
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AIR CONDITIONING
(IF EQUIPPED)All Kia Air Conditioning Systems are
filled with environmentally friendly
R134a refrigerant which is not damaging
to the ozone layer.
1. Start the engine. Depress the air
conditioning switch.
2. Set the mode selection switch to the
face position.
3. Set the air intake control switch to
the outside air or the recirculated air
position (switch indicator ON).
4. Set the temperature control knob (or
switch) to the desired position.
5. Set the fan speed control knob (or
switch) to the desired speed.
6. Adjust the fan speed control knob (or
switch) and temperature control knob
to maintain maximum comfort.• If warmer air is desired at floor level
for bi-level operation, set the mode
selection switch to the position
and adjust the temperature control
knob (or switch) to maintain maximum
comfort.
• When maximum cooling is desired,
set the temperature control knob (or
switch)to the extreme left position
and set the air intake control switch
to the recirculated air position
(switch indicator ON), then set the
fan speed control knob to the highest
speed.
✻
NOTICE
When using the air conditioning
system with high outside air tem-
peratures, monitor the temperature
gauge closely while driving up long
hills or in heavy traffic. Air condi-
tioning system operation may cause
engine overheating. Continue to use
the blower fan but turn the air con-
ditioning system off if the tempera-
ture gauge indicates engine over-
heating.
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DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE
4-52AIR CONDITIONING
SYSTEM OPERATING
TIPS:• If the vehicle has been parked in
direct sunlight during hot weather,
open the windows for a short time to
let hot air inside the vehicle escape.
• To help reduce moisture on the inside
of windows on rainy, humid days,
decrease the humidity inside the
vehicle by operating the air
conditioning system.
• During air conditioning system
operation, you may occasionally
notice a slight change in engine
speed at idle as the A/C compressor
cycles ON. This is a normal system
operating characteristic.
• Use the air conditioning system every
month if only for a few minutes.
• After air conditioning system use,
you may notice clear water dripping
(or even puddling) on the ground
under the passenger side of the
vehicle. This is a normal system
operating characteristic.• The air conditioning system includes
a function that will automatically turn
the A/C compressor OFF if engine
coolant temperature approaches an
overheating level. A/C compressor
operation will resume once engine
coolant temperature returns to the
“normal” range. Also, the A/C
compressor is automatically turned
off for a few seconds when the
accelerator is fully depressed.
• When operating the air conditioning
system use the outside (fresh) air
position.
• Operating the air conditioning system
in the recirculated air position does
provide maximum cooling, however,
continual operation in this mode may
cause the air inside the vehicle to
become stale.
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SPECIAL DRIVING
CONDITIONSHAZARDOUS DRIVINGWhen hazardous driving is encountered
because of water, snow, ice, mud, sand, or
similar hazard, follow these suggestions:
Drive cautiously and allow extra
distance for braking.
Avoid sudden movements in braking
or steering.
When braking in vehicles without
anti-lock brakes, depress the brake
pedal with a controlled up-and- down
motion until the vehicle is stopped.
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.
ROCKING THE VEHICLEIf 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.
5-7
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.
✻
NOTICE
Prolonged rocking may cause
engine overheating, transaxle
damage or failure, and tire
damage.
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IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCYRoad Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2
Emergency Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-3
Electrical Circuit Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-14
If You Have a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-19
Changing tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-22
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