2006 KIA Sorento fuel pressure

WARNINGS AND INDICA-
TORSWarning Lights / Audible Indicators
Checking operation
All warning lights are checked by
turning the ignition switch ON (do not
start the engine). Any light that does
not illuminate should be checked by
an Authorized Kia Dealer.
After starting the engine, check to
make sure that all warning lights are
off. If any are still on, this indicates a
situation that needs attention. When
releasing the parking brake, the
brake system warning light should go
off. The fuel warning light will stay on
if the fuel level is low.Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Warning Light
This light illuminates when you start
the engine. The light will go off if the
ABS system is operating normally.
Also, this light illuminates if the key is
turned to ON and goes off in 2-3 sec-
onds if the system is operating nor-
mally.
O/D OFF Indicator
(A/T:30-40LEi)
This indicator comes on when the
O/D system is deactivated.Engine Oil Pressure
Warning
This warning light indicates the
engine oil pressure is low.
If the warning light illuminates while
driving:
1. Drive safely to the side of the road
and stop.
2. With the engine off, check the
engine oil level. If the level is low,
add oil as required.
If the warning light remains on after
adding oil or if oil is not available, call
an Authorized Kia Dealer.
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE
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ABSO/D
OFF
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NOTICEIf the engine is not stopped immedi-
ately, severe damage could result.
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OWNER MAINTENANCEOwner Maintenance Schedule
The owner should perform these
vehicle inspections at the indicated
intervals to ensure safe and depend-
able operation.
Bring any problem to the attention of
an authorized Kia dealer as soon as
possible.When refueling, check the follow-
ing:
 Engine oil level
 Engine coolant level
 Brake (and clutch, if equipped) fluid
level
 Washer fluid levelEvery month, check:
 Tire inflation pressures (cold)
 Coolant level in reservoir (cold
engine)
Every 6 months (for example,
every spring and fall), check:
 Power steering fluid level
 Automatic transmission fluid level
MAINTENANCE
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WARNING
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level. The engine
compartment will be hot and
you could be burned.
WARNING- Engine Cooling Fans
Because your engine cooling
fans are electronically con-
trolled, they will run if the igni-
tion switch is ON, even if the
engine is not running. This
could cause serious injury. To
prevent this, be sure the igni-
tion is OFF, unless you must run
the engine while performing
maintenance or an inspection.
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TIRES AND WHEELSTire Care
For proper maintenance, safety, and
maximum fuel economy, you must
always maintain the recommended
tire inflation pressures and stay with-
in the load limits and weight distribu-
tion recommended for your vehicle.
Inflation Pressures
All tire pressures (including the
spare) should be checked monthly
when the tires are cold.“Cold Tires”
means the vehicle has not been driv-
en for at least three hours or driven
less than one mile (1.6 km).
Recommended pressures must be
maintained for optimum vehicle han-
dling, and minimum tire wear.
The front and rear tires should be 30
psi (2.1 kg/cm²). The full-size spare
should be inflated to 30 psi (2.1
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WARNING
Severe underinflation (10 psi or
more) can lead to severe heat
build-up, especially on hot days
and when driving at high speed.
This can potentially cause tread
separation and other tire irregu-
larities to appear that can result
in the loss of vehicle control
leading to severe injury or
death.
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Tire Rotation
To equalize tread wear, it is recom-
mended that the tires be rotated
every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or
sooner if irregular wear develops.
During rotation, check the tires for
correct balance.
When rotating tires, check for uneven
wear and damage. Abnormal wear is
usually caused by incorrect tire pres-
sure, improper wheel alignment, out-
of-balance wheels, severe braking or
severe cornering. Look for bumps or
bulges in the tread or side of tire.
Replace the tire if you find either of
these conditions. Replace tires show-
ing fabric or cord. After rotation, be
sure to bring the front and rear tire
pressures to specification and check
lug nut tightness.
Refer to Section 8, Specifications.
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WARNING
- Tire Inflation
Over inflation or under inflation
can reduce tire life, adversely
affect vehicle handling, and
lead to sudden tire failure. You
could lose control and have a
serious accident. Follow all the
guidelines about proper tire
maintenance.
Warm tires normally exceed
recommended cold tire pres-
sures by 4 to 6 psi (28 to 41
kPa). Do not release air from
warm tires to adjust the pres-
sure. The tires will be underin-
flated.
Underinflation results in
excessive wear, poor han-
dling, reduced fuel economy,
and possibility of blowouts
from overheated tires. Also,
low tire pressure can cause
poor seating of the tire bead.
If the tire pressure is exces-
sively low, wheel deformation
and/or tire separation is pos-
sible.
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So keep you tire pressures at
the proper levels. If a tire fre-
quently needs refilling, have it
checked by an authorized Kia
dealer or a competent tire
shop.
Overinflation produces a
harsh ride, handling prob-
lems, excessive wear at the
center of the tire tread, pro-
longed braking distance and a
greater possibility of damage
from road hazards.
Be sure to reinstall the tire
inflation valve caps. Without
the valve cap, dirt or moisture
could get into the valve core
and cause air leakage. If the
cap have been lost, install
new one as soon as possible.
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