2006 KIA Sorento lock

LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDSChecking the Washer Fluid Level
The reservoir is translucent so that
you can check the level with a quick
visual inspection.
Check the fluid level in the washer
fluid reservoir and add fluid if neces-
sary. Plain water may be used if
washer fluid is not available. In cold
climates, use washer solvent with
antifreeze to prevent freezing.Body Lubrication
All moving points of the body, such as
door hinges, hood hinges, and locks,
should be lubricated each time the
engine oil is changed. Use a non-
freezing lubricant on locks during
cold weather.
Make sure the engine hood second-
ary latch keeps the hood from open-
ing when the primary latch is
released.
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HIGHLOW
S2BLC703
Washer fluid
WARNING
Do not use radiator coolant or
antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Radiator coolant can severely
obscure visibility when
sprayed on the windshield
and may cause loss of vehicle
control or damage to paint
and body trim.
Windshield washer fluid
agents contain some amounts
of alcohol and can be flamma-
ble under certain circum-
stances. Do not allow sparks
or flame to contact the washer
fluid or the washer fluid reser-
voir. Damage to the vehicle or
it's occupants could occur.
Windshield washer fluid is
poisonous to humans and
animals. Do not drink and
avoid contacting windshield
washer fluid. Serious injury or
death could occur.
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AIR CLEANER Element Replacement
A viscous paper air cleaner filter is
used. It must be replaced when nec-
essary, and should not be cleaned
and reused.
1. Loosen the air cleaner cover
attaching clips and open the cover.2. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner
housing with a clean, damp cloth.
3. Replace the air cleaner element.
4. Lock the cover with the cover
attaching clips.Replace the element according to the
Scheduled Maintenance Section.
If the vehicle is operated in extremely
dusty or sandy areas, replace the
element more often than the usual
recommended intervals.MAINTENANCE7-20
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S2BLC707
CAUTION
• Do not drive with the air clean-
er removed; this will result in
excessive engine wear.
 Driving without an air cleaner
encourages backfiring, which
could cause a fire in the
engine compartment.
 When removing the air clean-
er element, be careful that
dust or dirt does not enter the
air intake, or damage may
result.
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WIPER BLADESWindshield Wiper Blade
Maintenance
Contamination of either the wind-
shield and wiper blades with foreign
matter such as insects, tree sap, and
hot wax treatments used by some
commercial car washes can reduce
wiper effectiveness. If the blades are
not wiping properly, clean both the
window and the blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse
thoroughly with clean water.Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
When the wipers no longer clean
adequately, the blades may be worn
or cracked, and require replacement.
1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the
wiper blade assembly to expose
the plastic locking clip.
Compress the clip and slide the
blade assembly downward; then
lift it off the arm.
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S2BLD307
Plastic locking clip
Push
✽ ✽
NOTICECommercial hot waxes applied by
automatic car washes have been
known to make the windshield dif-
ficult to clean. ✽ ✽
NOTICETo prevent damage to the wiper
blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or other
solvents to clean them.
✽ ✽
NOTICETo prevent damage to the wiper
arms or other components, do not
attempt to move the wipers manu-
ally.✽ ✽
NOTICEThe use of a non-specified wiper
blade could result in wiper malfun-
tion and failure.
✽ ✽
NOTICEDo not allow the wiper arm to fall
against the windshield.
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Maintenance
For optimal battery performance:
Keep the battery securely mounted.
Keep the battery top clean and dry.
Keep the terminals and connections
clean, tight, and coated with petro-
leum jelly or terminal grease.Rinse any spilled electrolyte from
the battery immediately with a solu-
tion of water and baking soda.
If the vehicle is not going to be used
for an extended time, disconnect
the battery cables.
Items to be reset after the battery
has been replaced or the battery
cables have been disconnected
and reinstalled.
Sunroof (See page 3-83)
Clock (See page 4-67)
Multi-Meter (See page 4-52)
Climate control system (See pages
4-71 and 4-79)Battery Recharging
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,
calcium-based battery.
If the battery becomes discharged
in a short time (because, for exam-
ple, the headlights or interior lights
were left on while the vehicle was
not in use), recharge it by slow
charging (trickle) for 10 hours.
If the battery gradually discharges
because of high electric load while
the vehicle is being used, recharge
it at 20-30A for two hours.MAINTENANCE7-24
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BULB REPLACEMENT
Headlight Replacement
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the light assembly from
the body of the vehicle loosening
the bolts.
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S2BLA725A Headlight
Headlight
 Front turn signal light


WARNING- Working on the lights
Prior to working on the light,
firmly apply the parking brake
and ensure that the ignition
switch is turned to the “LOCK”
position to avoid sudden move-
ment of the vehicle and burning
your fingers or receiving an
electric shock.
WARNING- Halogen Bulbs
Halogen bulbs contain pres-
surized gas that will produce
flying pieces of glass if bro-
ken.
Always handle them carefully,
and avoid scratches and abra-
sions. If the bulbs are lit, avoid
contact with liquids. Never
touch the glass with bare
hands. Residual oil may cause
the bulb to overheat and burst
when lit. A bulb should be
operated only when installed
in a headlight.
If a bulb becomes damaged or
cracked, replace it immediate-
ly and carefully dispose of it.
Wear eye protection when
changing a bulb. Allow the
bulb to cool before handling
it.
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3. Disconnect the headlight main
electrical connector.4. Remove the headlight bulb cover
by turning it counterclockwise.5. Disconnect the headlight bulb
socket-connector.
6. Unsnap the headlight bulb retain-
ing wire by depressing the end of it
and pushing it upward.MAINTENANCE7-34
OPEN
OPEN
CLOSE
CLOSE
S2BLA726
S2BLA726A Headlight main
electrical connector
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7. Remove the bulb from the head-
light assembly.
8. Install a new headlight bulb and
snap the headlight bulb retaining
wire into position by aligning the
wire with the groove on the bulb.
9. Connect the headlight bulb socket-
connector.
10. Install the headlight bulb cover by
turning it clockwise.
11. Connect the headlight main con-
nector.
12. Reinstall the light assembly to the
body of the vehicle.Front Turn Signal Light Bulb
Replacement
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the light assembly from
the body of the vehicle removing
the bolts.
3. Disconnect the front turn signal
light electrical connector.4. Remove the socket from the
assembly by turning the socket
counter clockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slots on
the assembly.
5. Remove the bulb from the socket
by pressing it in and rotating it until
the tabs on the bulb align with the
slot in the socket. Pull the bulb out
of the socket.
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S2BLA729
S2BLA726C Front turn signal light
electrical connector
S2BLA726B
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6. Install a new bulb by inserting it
into the socket and rotating it until
it locks into place.
7. Install the socket in the assembly
by aligning the tabs on the socket
with the slots in the assembly.
Push the socket into the assembly
and turn the socket clockwise.
8. Connect the front turn signal light
electrical connector.
9. Reinstall the light assembly to the
body of the vehicle.Front Fog Light Bulb
Replacement
1. Reach your hand into the front
bumper below the fog light hous-
ing.2. Remove the socket from the hous-
ing by turning the socket counter
clockwise until the tabs on the
socket align with the slots on the
housing.
3. Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out.
4. Install a new bulb in the socket.
5. Install the socket in the housing by
aligning the tabs on the socket with
the slots in the housing. Insert the
socket into the housing and turn
the socket clockwise.MAINTENANCE7-36
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