2006 KIA Sedona warning

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Features of your vehicle
You have two options: 4:3 (normal) and
16:9 (widescreen). Press the display but-
ton to select the preferred aspect ratio.
When the RSE unit receives video sig-
nals from the AUX, the aspect ratio can
be changed to 16:9 or 4:3 by the DISP
button.
The aspect ratio information will auto-
matically disappear if no button is
pressed for three seconds.5. ForwardThere are three DVD and VCD fast for-
ward speeds. Press and hold the FWD
button for up to 2 seconds and the player
will fast forward at 4 times the normal
speed (8 times for VCDs). Hold the but-
ton for more than 2 seconds but less than
4 seconds and the player will fast forward
at about 8 times the normal speed (20
times for VCDs). Hold the button for more
than 4 seconds and the fast forward will
increase to about 32 times the normal
speed for both DVDs and VCDs. Press
the FWD button again to stop fast for-
warding and return to normal speed play.
6. ReverseThere are three DVD and VCD fast
reverse speeds. Press and hold the REV
button for up to 2 seconds and the player
will reverse through the DVD at 4 times
the normal speed (8 times for VCDs).
Hold the button for more than 2 seconds
but less than 4 seconds and the player
will reverse at about 8 times the normal
speed (20 times for VCDs). Hold the but-
ton for more than 4 seconds and the
reverse will increase to 32 times the nor-
mal speed for both DVDs and VCDs.
Press the REV button again to stop
reversing and return to normal speed
play.7. Next ChapterWhile a DVD is playing, press the NEXT
button to skip to the next chapter. The
current chapter number is shown on the
screen. Press and hold the NEXT button
to move quickly through the chapters.✽ ✽NOTICEDepending on the DVD, if NEXT is
pressed during the last chapter on a
DVD, a red circle with a “Invalid
icon[ : :
]” may be displayed, indicating
an invalid button press.
8. Previous ChapterPress the PREV button to skip to the
beginning of the previous chapter. Press
and hold the PREV button to move quick-
ly through the chapters.
Depending on your DVD, if the PREV
button is pressed during the first 8 sec-
onds of the first chapter, the player will
skip to the beginning of the last chapter
of the DVD.9. EnterA momentary press shall initiate a select
or enter function of a selected menu
item.10. Menu DVDs may contain special programming
or features that are accessed by using
the menu. To use the menu with a DVD
that is playing, press the MENU button
once to display the DVD disc menu.
Press the button a second time to exit the
menu and return to the DVD program.
The menu is not available during disc ini-
tialization, the beginning credits or any
copyright FBI warnings.

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35. ForwardThere are three DVD and VCD fast for-
ward speeds. Press and hold the FWD
button for up to 2 seconds and the player
will fast forward at 4 times the normal
speed (8 times for VCDs). Hold the but-
ton for more than 2 seconds but less than
4 seconds and the player will fast forward
at about 8 times the normal speed (20
times for VCDs). Hold the button for more
than 4 seconds and the fast forward will
increase to about 32 times the normal
speed for both DVDs and VCDs. Press
the FWD button again to stop fast for-
warding and return to normal speed play.6. ReverseThere are three DVD and VCD fast
reverse speeds. Press and hold the REV
button for up to 2 seconds and the player
will reverse through the DVD at 4 times
the normal speed (8 times for VCDs).
Hold the button for more than 2 seconds
but less than 4 seconds and the player
will reverse at about 8 times the normal
speed (20 times for VCDs). Hold the but-
ton for more than 4 seconds and the
reverse will increase to 32 times the nor-
mal speed for both DVDs and VCDs.
Press the REV button again to stop
reversing and return to normal speed
play.
7. Next While a DVD is playing, press the NEXT
button to skip to the next chapter. The
current chapter number is shown on the
screen. Press and hold the NEXT button
to move quickly through the chapters.✽ ✽
NOTICEDepending on the DVD, if NEXT is
pressed during the last chapter on a
DVD, a red circle with a “Invalid
icon[ : :
]” may be displayed, indicating
an invalid button press.8. PreviousPress the PREV button to skip to the
beginning of the previous chapter. Press
and hold the PREV button to move quick-
ly through the chapters.
Depending on your DVD, if the PREV
button is pressed during the first 8 sec-
onds of the first chapter, the player will
skip to the beginning of the last chapter
of the DVD.
9. EnterA momentary press shall initiate a select
or enter function of a selected menu
item.10. Menu DVDs may contain special programming
or features that are accessed by using the
menu. To use the menu with a DVD that is
playing, press the MENU button once to
display the DVD disc menu. Press the but-
ton a second time to exit the menu and
return to the DVD program.
The menu is not available during disc ini-
tialization, the beginning credits or any
copyright FBI warnings.
When viewing a menu, pressing the
MENU button again will automatically
return to the movie at the point it was
being viewed. You can also select “play” or
any other option by using the NEXT,
PREV, FWD and REV buttons.
Press the NEXT button to move the cursor
up and the PREV button to move the cur-
sor down the menu.
Press the FWD button to move the cursor
to the right, and the REV button to move
the cursor to the left.

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Before driving / 4-2
Key positions / 4-3
Starting the engine / 4-4
Automatic transaxle / 4-5
Cruise control system / 4-11
Brake system / 4-14
Electronic stability control / 4-19
Back warning system / 4-22
Economical operation / 4-25
Special driving conditions / 4-26
Winter driving / 4-28
Trailer towing / 4-28
Overloading / 4-34
Label information / 4-35
Driving your vehicle

Driving your vehicle24Before entering vehicle:• Be sure that all windows, outside mir-ror(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 6, Maintenance.
Before starting  Close and lock all doors.
 Position the seat so that all controls areeasily 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 light goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are famil-
iar with your vehicle and its equipment.
BEFORE DRIVING
WARNING
- Driving under
the influence of alcohol or
drugs
Drinking and driving is dangerous.
Drunk driving is the number one
contributor to the highway death
toll each year. Even a small amount
of alcohol will affect your reflexes,
perceptions and judgement. Driving
while under the influence of drugs
is as dangerous or more dangerous
than driving drunk.
You are much more likely to have a
serious accident if you drink or take
drugs and drive.
If you are drinking or taking drugs,
don’t drive. Do not ride with a driv-
er who has been drinking or taking
drugs. Choose a designated driver
or call a cab.

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Driving your vehicle
Illuminated ignition switch Whenever front door is opened, the igni-
tion switch will be illuminated for your
convenience, provided the ignition switch
is not in the ON position. The light will go
off approximately 10 seconds after clos-
ing the door or when the ignition switch is
turned on.
Ignition switch and anti-theft
steering column lock Ignition switch positionLOCKThe steering wheel locks to protect
against theft. The ignition key can be
removed only in the LOCK position.
When turning the ignition switch to the
LOCK position, push the key inward at
the ACC position and turn the key toward
the LOCK position.ACC (Accessory)
The steering wheel is unlocked and elec-
trical accessories are operative.
ON
The warning lights can be checked
before the engine is started. This is the
normal running position after the engine
is started.
Do not leave the ignition switch ON if the
engine is not running to prevent batterydischarge.START
Turn the ignition key to the START posi-
tion to start the engine. The engine will
crank until you release the key; then it
returns to the ON position. The brake
warning lamp can be checked in this
position.If difficulty is experienced in turning theignition key to the START position, turn the steering wheel right and left torelease the tension and then turn the key.
KEY POSITIONS
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STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Make sure the parking brake isapplied.
2. Place the transaxle shift lever in P (Park). Depress the brake pedal fully.
You can also start the engine whenthe shift lever is in the N (Neutral)position.
3. Turn the ignition switch to START and hold it there until the engine starts (a
maximum of 10 seconds), then
release the key.
4. In extremely cold weather (below -18°C / 0°F) or after the vehicle has
not been operated for several days, let
the engine warm up without depress-
ing the accelerator.Whether the engine is cold or warm, itshould be started without depressingthe accelerator.
WARNING -
Ignition key
 Never turn the ignition switch to LOCK or ACC while the vehicle is
moving. This would result in loss of
directional control and braking
function, which could cause an
accident.
 The anti-theft steering column lock is not a substitute for the parking
brake. Before leaving the driver’s
seat, always make sure the shift
lever is engaged in P (Park) for
automatic transaxle, set the park-
ing brake fully and shut the engine
off. Unexpected and sudden vehi-
cle movement may occur if these
precautions are not taken.
 Never reach for the ignition switch, or any other controls through the
steering wheel while the vehicle is
in motion. The presence of your
hand or arm in this area could
cause a loss of vehicle control, an
accident and serious bodily injury
or death.
 Do not place any movable objects around the driver’s seat as they
may move while driving, interfere
with the driver and lead to an acci-
dent.
CAUTION
If the engine stalls while you are inmotion, do not attempt to move the shift lever to the P (Park) position. Iftraffic and road conditions permit, you may put the shift lever in the N(Neutral) position while the vehicleis still moving and turn the ignitionswitch to the START position in an attempt to restart the engine.
CAUTION
Do not engage the starter for morethan 10 seconds. If the engine stalls or fails to start, wait 5 to 10 secondsbefore re-engaging the starter.Improper use of the starter maydamage it.

Driving your vehicle64Automatic transaxle operationAll normal forward driving is done with
the shift lever in the D (Drive) position.
To move the shift lever from the P (Park)
position, the brake pedal must be
depressed and the lock release button
must be depressed.
For smooth operation, depress the brakepedal when shifting from N (Neutral) to a forward or reverse gear.
WARNING
- Automatic transaxle
Before leaving the driver’s seat,
always make sure the shift lever is
in the P (PARK) position; then set
the parking brake fully and shut the
engine off. Unexpected and sudden
vehicle movement can occur if
these precautions are not followed
in the order identified.
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Automatic
mode
CAUTION
 To avoid damage to your
transaxle, do not accelerate theengine in R (Reverse) or any for-ward gear position with the brakes on.
 When stopped on an upgrade, do not hold the vehicle stationarywith engine power. Use the serv- ice brake or the parking brake.
 Do not shift from N (Neutral) or P (Park) into D (Drive), or R(Reverse) when the engine is above idle speed.

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Transaxle rangesP (park)Always come to a complete stop before
shifting into P. This position locks the
transaxle and prevents the front wheels
from rotating.
R (reverse)Use this position to drive the vehicle
backward.N (neutral)The wheels and transaxle are not locked.
The vehicle will roll freely even on the
slightest incline unless the parking brake
or service brakes are applied.D (drive)This is the normal forward driving posi-
tion. The transaxle will automatically shift
through a 5-gear sequence, providing the
best fuel economy and power.
For extra power when passing another
vehicle or climbing grades, depress the
accelerator fully, at which time the
transaxle will automatically downshift to
the next lower gear.
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 Before leaving the driver’s seat,always make sure the shift lever
is in the P (PARK) position. Set
the parking brake fully, shut the
engine off and take the key with
you. Unexpected and sudden
vehicle movement can occur if
you do not follow these precau-
tions in the order specified.
 Never leave a child unattended in a vehicle.
WARNING
 Shifting into P (Park) while thevehicle is in motion will cause the
drive wheels to lock which will
cause you to lose control of the
vehicle.
 Do not use the P (Park) position in place of the parking brake.
Always make sure the shift lever
is latched in the P (Park) position
so that it cannot be moved unless
the lock release button is pushed
in, AND set the parking brake
fully.
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CAUTION
The transaxle may be damaged ifyou shift into P (Park) while the vehicle is in motion.
CAUTION
Always come to a complete stopbefore shifting into or out of R(Reverse); you may damage the transaxle if you shift into R whilethe vehicle is in motion, except as explained in “Rocking the Vehicle”,in this manual.