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Memory fuse
Your vehicle is equipped with a
memory fuse to prevent battery dis-
charge if your vehicle is parked with-
out being operated for prolonged
periods. Use the following proce-
dures before parking the vehicle for
prolonged period.1. Turn off the engine.
2. Turn off the headlights and tail
lights.
3. Open the engine compartment fuse box cover and pull up the
“ROOM LAMP 10A/AUDIO 15A”.
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3. Unscrew the bottle holder cap (➃)
and the lid of the sealant bottle ( ➄ ). 4. Screw the bottle clockwise into the
bottle socket ( ➅) until it is tight. 5. Unscrew the valve cap from the
defective tire.
6. Screw the hose ( ➆) of the
TireMobilityKit firmly onto the tire
valve.
7. Ensure that the On/Off switch ( ➇)
is in the "O"-position.
8. Place the electric plug ( ➈) into the
cigarette lighter socket (12 Volt,
see instruction manual of the vehi-
cle). Do not use any other electric
socket in the car.
9. Start the engine of the vehicle. (Only if the vehicle is outdoors!)
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CAUTION
Screwing the sealant bottle into
the socket will break the bottle seal. Do not unscrew the filledbottle from the socket - sealantcould come out.CAUTION
Carbonmonoxide poisoning andsuffocation is possible if theengine is left running in a poor- ly ventilated or unventilatedlocation (such as inside a build-ing).

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12. If a tire inflation pressure of 1.8bar (26 psi) is reached, turn the
on / off switch to the "0" position,
quickly unscrew the hose from
the tire. Unplug the cable from
the cigarette lighter. Do not
unscrew the bottle. Stow theTireMobilityKit, the bottle cap and
the bottle holder cap safely in the
vehicle in an easily accessible
place, as it will be needed again
to check tire pressure.
13. Drive immediately and cautiously for about 3 km / 2 miles so thatthe sealing compound can seal
the puncture. Do not exceed 80
km/h / 50 mph. If while driving,
you experience any unusual
vibration, ride disturbance or
noise, reduce your speed and
drive with caution until you can
safely pull off of the side of the
road. Call for road side service or
towing. 2nd Stage: Check tire pressure
14. Stop after driving for about 3 km
/ 2 miles and check the pressure
of the punctured tire as follows:
a) Ensure that the On/Off-switch (➇ ) of the compressor is in the
"O"-position.
b) Screw the hose onto the valve of the punctured tire.
c) Plug the power cable into the cigarette lighter (12 volt socket).
d) Read the inflation pressure on the gauge of the TireMobilityKit.CAUTION
If the inflation pressure is below
1.3 bar (19 psi), do not continueto drive. Call for road side serv- ice or towing.
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3rd stage: What to do when
checking the tire inflationpressure
1. Open the lid from theTireMobilityKit.
2. Remove the hose ( ➁) and the
electric lead ( ➂).
3. Unscrew the valve cap from the defective tire. 4. Screw the hose (
➆) tightly onto
the tire valve.
5. Now you can read off the tire pres- sure. If it needs to be increased,
move on to Point 6.
6. Make sure that the On/Off switch (➇ ) is in the "O"-position.
7. Place the electric plug ( ➈) into the
socket of the cigarette lighter (12
volt connection, see service man-ual of the car).
8. Start the engine (only if the car is outdoors.) 9. Switch the On/Off switch (
➇) to
the "I"-position and inflate the tireto the recommended inflation
pressure.
10. Switch off the TireMobilityKit and check the tire pressure again.
11. After you have inflated the tire, unscrew the hose, unplug the
electric plug and stow the
TireMobilityKit safely in your
vehicle.
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Maintenance
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OWNER MAINTENANCE
Owner maintenance schedule
The following lists are vehicle checks and inspections that should be per-
formed by the owner or an AuthorizedKia Dealer at the frequencies indicat-
ed to help ensure safe, dependable
operation of your vehicle.
Any adverse conditions should be
brought to the attention of your deal-
er as soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance Checks
are generally not covered by war-
ranties and you may be charged for
labor, parts and lubricants used.
When you stop for fuel:
 Check the engine oil level.
 Check coolant level in coolant reservoir.
 Check the windshield washer fluid level.  Look for low or under-inflated tires.
While operating your vehicle:
 Note any changes in the sound of
the exhaust or any smell of
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
 Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased steer-
ing effort or looseness in the steer-
ing wheel, or change in its straight-ahead position.
 Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side
when traveling on smooth, levelroad.
 When stopping, listen and check for strange sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel
or “hard-to-push” brake pedal.
 If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transaxle occurs,
check the transaxle fluid level.
 Check automatic transaxle P (Park) function.
 Check parking brake.
 Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air conditioning system after use is
normal).
At least monthly:
 Check coolant level in the coolantrecovery reservoir.
 Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flash-
ers.
 Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
 Check radiator, heater and air con- ditioning hoses for leaks or da-
mage.
 Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened
with washer fluid.
 Check headlight alignment.
 Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
 Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
 Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts.
WARNING
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot
coolant and steam may blow out
under pressure. This could
cause serious injury.

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If the fluid has been warmed to nor-
mal operating temperature of approx-
imately 70~80°C (158~176°F), the
fluid level should be within “HOT”
range.
✽✽ NOTICE
“COLD” scale is for reference only
and should NOT be used to deter-mine transaxle fluid level. ✽✽
NOTICE
New automatic transaxle fluid
should be red. The red dye is addedso the assembly plant can identify itas automatic transaxle fluid and dis-
tinguish it from engine oil or
antifreeze. The red dye, which is not
an indicator of fluid quality, is not
permanent. As the vehicle is driven,the automatic transaxle fluid will
begin to look darker. The color may
eventually appear light brown.
Therefore, have an Authorized Kia
dealer change the automatictransaxle fluid according to theScheduled Maintenance at thebeginning of this section.
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FUEL FILTER (FOR DIESEL)
The fuel filter for diesel engine plays
an important role of separating water
from fuel and accumulating the waterin its bottom.
If water accumulates in the fuel filter,
the warning light comes on when the
ignition key is in the “ON” position.If this warning light illumi-
nates, take your car to the
authorized Kia dealer and
have the system checked. AIR CLEANER
Element cleaning
This element may be air cleaned or replaced, depending on its condition.
Unless it is very dirty, merely shake it
to remove foreign particles. Eachtime this filter is inspected, wipe theinside of the air cleaner housing and
cover with a damp cloth. If the vehi-
cle is operated in extremely dusty or
sandy areas, clean or replace thiselement more often than at the usual
recommended intervals.
Element replaecment
1. Loosen the air cleaner cover
attaching clips and open the cover.
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CAUTION
If the water accumulated in thefuel filter is not drained at prop-er times, damages to the major parts such as the fuel systemcan be caused by water perme-ation in the fuel filter.

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BATTERY
WARNING- Battery
dangers
Always read the follow-
ing instructions carefully
when handling a battery.
Keep lighted cigarettes and all other flames or
sparks away from the
battery.
Hydrogen, which is a highly combustible gas,
is always present in bat-
tery cells and may
explode if ignited.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children because batteries con-
tain highly corrosive
SULFURIC ACID. Do not
allow battery acid to con-
tact your skin, eyes,
clothing or paint finish.
(Continued)(Continued)If any electrolyte getsinto your eyes, flush your
eyes with clean water for
at least 15 minutes and
get immediate medical
attention. If possible,
continue to apply water
with a sponge or clothuntil medical attention isreceived.
If electrolyte gets on
your skin, thoroughlywash the contacted area.
If you feel a pain or a
burning sensation, getmedical attention imme-
diately.
Wear eye protection when charging or work-
ing near a battery.
Always provide ventila-
tion when working in an
enclosed space.
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 When lifting a plastic-casedbattery, excessive pressure on
the case may cause battery
acid to leak, resulting in per-
sonal injury. Lift with a battery
carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.
 Never attempt to charge the battery when the battery
cables are connected.
 The electrical ignition system works with high voltage.
Never touch these compo-nents with the engine running
or the ignition switched on.