2006 KIA PICANTO rear view mirror

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INTERIOR OVERVIEW
1. Door lock/unlock lever .......................3- 9
2. Outside rearview mirror control
switch* ...............................................3-81
3. Power window switches* ...................3-13
4. Master power window control lock*...3-14
5. Vent controls .....................................4-46
6. Instrument cluster .............................4-23
7. Steering wheel ..................................4-20
8. Steering wheel tilt* ............................4-21
9. Hood release lever ...........................3-75
10. Fuel filler lid release lever ...............3-76
* : if equipped
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Side airbag (if equipped) Side airbags are stored in the left
side of the driver’s seat and right side
of the front passenger’s seat. If airbag inflation conditions are met
(side collision), they will inflate.
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 If driver brakes the vehicle
heavily in an urgent situa-
tions, occupants will be
thrown forward. If front pas-
sengers are not wearing the
safety belts, they will be
directly in front of the storage
compartment when inflation
occurs. In that situation, seri-
ous injury or death is possi-
ble.
 Never allow front passenger to put their hands or feet onthe instrument panel or put
their face close to the instru-
ment panel. The airbag will
impact the front passengerwhen it inflates.
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 Never allow children/old and feeble persons/pregnant
women to sit on the front pas-
senger’s seat. Do not put child
restraint system on the front
passenger’s seat either. They
may be seriously injured by
the airbag inflation when
airbag deploys.
 Do not put objects or stickers on the instrument panel. Do
not apply any accessory on
the front windshield glass ordo not install aftermarket mir-
rors or accessories on the fac-
tory installed rearview mirror.
These may interfere with the
deployment of airbag inflation
or could hit your body at high
speed and cause severe bodi-
ly injury and even death.

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Outside rearview mirror Be sure to adjust mirror angles
before driving.
Your vehicle is equipped with both
left-hand and right-hand outside
rearview mirrors. The mirrors can beadjusted remotely with the control
levers or remote switch, dependingon the type of mirror control installed.
The mirror heads can be folded back
to prevent damage during an auto-
matic car wash or when passing in a
narrow street.
✽✽NOTICE
Do not scrape ice off the mirror face; this may damage the surface of
the glass. If ice should restrict move-
ment of the mirror, do not force the
mirror for adjustment. To remove
ice, use a deicer spray, or a sponge
or soft cloth with very warm water.
Manual control (if equipped)
To adjust an outside mirror, move the
mirror.
MIRRORS
CAUTION
 The right outside rearview
mirror is convex. In somecountries, the left outsiderearview mirror is also con-vex. Objects seen in the mirror are closer than they appear.
 Use your interior rearview mir- ror or direct observation todetermine the actual distanceof following vehicles when changing lanes.
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Manual remote control
(if equipped)
To adjust an outside mirror, move the
control lever which is located at the
forward inside area of the window
frame.
Electric remote control (if equipped)
The electric remote control mirror
switch allows you to adjust the posi-
tion of the left and right outside
rearview mirrors. To adjust the posi-
tion of either mirror, move the lever( ➀ ) to R or L to select the right side
mirror or the left side mirror, thenpress a corresponding point () onthe mirror adjustment control to posi-
tion the selected mirror up, down, left
or right.
After adjustment, put the lever into
neutral position to prevent the inad-
vertent adjustment.
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Folding the outside rearview mirror
To fold outside rearview mirror, grasp
the housing of mirror and then fold it
toward the rear of the vehicle.
Outside rearview mirror heater (if equipped)
The outside rearview mirror heater is actuated in connection with the rear
window defroster. To heat the outside
rearview mirror glass, push the but-
ton for the rear window defroster. The outside rearview mirror glass will
be heated for defrosting or defogging
and will give you improved rear
vision in inclement weather condi-
tions. Push the button again to turn
the heater off. The outside rearview
mirror heater automatically turns off
after 20 minutes.
Day/night rearview mirror (if equipped)
Adjust the rearview mirror to center
on the view through the rear window.
Make this adjustment before you
start driving.
Make this adjustment before you
start driving and while the day/night
lever is in the day position.
Pull the day/night lever toward you to reduce glare from the headlights of
vehicles behind you during night
driving.
Remember that you lose some
rearview clarity in the night position.
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CAUTION
Do not place objects in the rearseat or cargo area which would interfere with your vision outthe rear window.
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Day Night
Day/Night lever

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Driving tips
BEFORE DRIVING
Before entering vehicle:
 Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean.
 Check the condition of the tires.
 Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
 Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil,
engine coolant, brake fluid, and
washer fluid should be checked on a
regular basis, with the exact interval
depending on the fluid. Further
details are provided in Section 7,
Maintenance. Before starting
 Close and lock all doors.
 Position the seat so that all con-
trols are easily reached.
 Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
 Be sure that all lights work.
 Check all gauges.
 Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position.
 Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning lightgoes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are
familiar with your vehicle and itsequipment.
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WARNING - Driving under
the influence of alcohol or drugs
Drinking and driving is danger-
ous. Drunk driving is the num-
ber one contributor to the high-
way death toll each year. Even asmall amount of alcohol will
affect your reflexes, perceptions
and judgement.
You are much more likely to
have a serious accident if you
drink and drive.
If you are drinking or taking
drugs, don’t drive. Do not ridewith a driver who has beendrinking or taking drugs.Choose a designated driver orcall a cab. Driving while under the influ-
ence of drugs is as dangerous
or more dangerous than drivingdrunk.

In case of an emergency
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Driver-side knee bolster
Description Fuse rating Protected component
START SIG 10A Start motor
RR FOG LP 10A Rear fog light
A/CON SW 10A Air conditioner
CLUSTER 10A Cluster
SEAT HTD 15A Seat warmer
C/LIGHTER 15A Cigar lighter
A/BAG 10A Airbag
R/WIPER 15A Rear wiper
ABS 10A Anti-lock brake system
IGN COIL 15A Ignition
T/SIG LP 10A Turn signal light
HTD GLASS1 20A Rear window defroster
HTD GLASS2 10A Rear window defroster
P/WDW RR 25A Power window (rear)
IGN O/S MIR 10A Outside rearview mirror
P/WDW FRT 25A Power window (front)
FRT WIPER 20A Front wiper
H/LP (LH) 10A Headlight (left)
H/LP (RH) 10A Headlight (right)
FUEL PUMP 10A Fuel pump
INJ 15A Injection
SNSR 10A O 2SensorDescription Fuse rating Protected component
C/DR LOCK 20A Central door lock
A/BAG IND 10A Airbag warning
TCU B/UP 15A Automatic tranaxle
DSL ECU1 20A -
DSL ECU2 10A -