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Knowing your vehicle
In order to help provide protection
in a severe collision, the airbags
must inflate rapidly. The speed of
airbag inflation has been deter-
mined by the Canadian Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS)
to reduce the likelihood of serious
or life-threatening injuries and is
thus a mandatory part of the airbag
design.
However, airbag inflation can also
cause injuries which normally can
include facial abrasions, bruises
and broken bones, because that
speed also causes the airbags to
expand with a great deal force.
 There are even circumstances under which contact with the
steering wheel airbag can cause
fatal injuries, especially if the
occupant is positioned exces-
sively close to the steering
wheel.
Noise and smokeWhen the airbags inflate, they make
a loud noise and they leave smoke
and powder in the air inside of the
vehicle. This is normal and is a result
of the ignition of the airbag inflator.
After the airbag inflates, you may feel
substantial discomfort in breathing
due to the contact of your chest to
both the safety belt and the airbag,
as well as from breathing the smoke
and powder. We strongly urge you
to open your doors and/or win-
dows as soon as possible after
impact in order to reduce discom-
fort and prevent prolonged expo-
sure to the smoke and powder.
Though smoke and powder are non-
toxic, it may cause irritation to the
skin (eyes, nose and throat etc). If
this is the case, wash and rinse with
the cold water immediately and con-
sult the doctor if the symptom per-
sists.
WARNING
 Driver should sit as far back (at least 10 inches (250 mm)
away) from the steering wheel
airbag as possible to reduce
the risk of injury or death in a
collision. The front passenger
should always move their seat
as far back as possible and sit
back in their seat.
 Airbag inflates instantly in an event of collision, passengers
may be injured by the airbag
expansion force if they are not
in proper position.
 Airbag inflation may cause injuries which normally
include facial or bodily abra-
sions, injuries by the broken
glasses or burns by the explo-
sives.
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Driving your vehicle
Power steeringPower steering uses energy from the
engine to assist you in steering the
vehicle. If the engine is off or if the
power steering system becomes
inoperative, the vehicle may still be
steered, but it will require increased
steering effort.
Should you notice any change in the
effort required to steer during normal
vehicle operation, have the power
steering checked by an Authorized
Kia Dealer.
✽ ✽NOTICE Never hold the steering wheel
against a stop (extreme right or
left turn) for more than 5 seconds
with the engine running. Holding
the steering wheel for more than 5
seconds in either position may
cause damage to the power steer-
ing pump.
 If the power steering drive belt breaks or if the power steering
pump malfunctions, the steering
effort will greatly increase.
✽ ✽
NOTICEIf the vehicle is parked for extended
periods outside in cold weather
(below -10 °C/14 °F), the power
steering may require increased
effort when the engine is first start-
ed. This is caused by increased fluid
viscosity due to the cold weather and
does not indicate a malfunction.
When this happens, increase the
engine RPM by depressing accelera-
tor until the RPM reaches 1,500 rpm
then release or let the engine idle for
two or three minutes to warm up the
fluid.
STEERING WHEEL
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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.✽ ✽
NOTICEIf the engine is not stopped immedi-
ately, severe damage could result.
Charging system
warning This warning light indicates a mal-
function of either the generator or
electrical charging system.
If the warning light comes on while
the vehicle is in motion:
1. Drive to the nearest safe location.
2. With the engine off, check the gen-
erator drive belt for looseness or
breakage.
3. If the belt is adjusted properly, a problem exists somewhere in the
electrical charging system. Have
an Authorized Kia Dealer correct
the problem as soon as possible.
Safety belt warning Type A
If the driver’ s lap/shoulder belt is not
fastened when the key is turned ON
or if it is unfastened after the key is
ON, the safety belt warning light
blinks until the belt is fastened.
If the system does not operate as
described, see an Authorized Kia
Dealer for assistance.
Type B
As a reminder to the driver and pas-
senger, safety belt warning light will
blink for approximately 6 seconds
each time you turn the ignition switch
ON.
If the driver's lap/shoulder belt is not
fastened when the key is turned ON
or if it is disconnected after the key is
turned ON, the safety belt warning
light will blink for approximately 6
seconds.
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Driving your vehicle
If the driver’s lap/shoulder belt is not
fastened within 30 seconds after the
engine is started, the safety belt
warning light will blink for 6 seconds.
This cycle will repeat 11 times with
an interval of 24 seconds between
cycles.
If the system does not operate as
described, see an authorized Kia
dealer for assistance.
Rear window defroster
indicator (if equipped) This light comes on when the rear
defroster switch is depressed to
remove the frost on the rear glass.
Press the switch again to shut off the
defroster when the frost is removed.
The rear window defroster will auto-
matically turn off after 20 minutes.
It will also turn off whenever you
remove the ignition key.Shift pattern indicators
(if equipped)The individual indicators illuminate to
show the automatic transaxle shift
lever selection.
Immobilizer indicator
(if equipped)This light illuminates when the immo-
bilizer key is inserted and turned to
the ON position to start the engine.
If this light turns off or blinks when
the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion before starting the engine, have
the system checked by an authorized
Kia Dealer.
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Driving your vehicle
TCS indicator
(Traction Control
System) (if equipped) The TCS indicator will illuminate
when the ignition switch is turned
ON, but should go off after approxi-
mately 3 seconds. When the TCS is
on, it monitors the driving conditions
and under normal driving conditions,
the TCS light will remain off. When a
slippery or low traction condition is
encountered, the TCS will operate,
and the TCS indicator will blink to
indicate the TCS is operating.TCS OFF indicator
(if equipped)The TCS OFF indicator will illuminate
when the ignition switch is turned ON,
but should go off after approximately
3 seconds. To switch to TCS OFF
mode, press the TCS button. The TCS
OFF indicator will illuminate indicating
the TCS is deactivated. If this indica-
tor stays on in the TCS ON mode, the
TCS may have a malfunction. Take
your car to the authorized Kia dealer
and have the system checked.
Safety belt warning chime Type A
If the driver's seat belt is not fastened
when the ignition key is turned “ON”
or if it is disconnected after the key is
ON, the safety belt warning chime
will sound for approximately 6 sec-
onds.
Type B
If the driver's seat belt is not fastened
when the ignition key is turned “ON”
or if it is disconnected after the key is
turn ON, the safety belt warning
chime will sound for approximately 6
seconds.
If the driver’ s lap/shoulder belt is not
fastened within 30 seconds after the
engine is started, the safety belt
warning chime will sound for 6 sec-
onds. This cycle will repeat 11 times
with an interval of 24 seconds
between cycles.
Door ajar warning chime
(if equipped)If a door is opened with the ignition
switch ON, the warning chime will
sound.Key reminder warning chimeIf the driver’ s door is opened and the
ignition key is left in with the ignition
switch in the LOCK or ACC position,
the key reminder warning chime will
sound. This is to prevent you from
locking your keys in the vehicle.
TCSTCS
OFF
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Maintenance services / 7-3
Maintenance schedule / 7-4
Owner maintenance / 7-8
Engine compartment / 7-11
Engine oil and oil filter / 7-12
Engine cooling system / 7-13
Brakes and clutch / 7-15
Parking brake / 7-16
Drive belts / 7-17
Power steering / 7-18
Steering wheel / 7-19
Automatic transaxle / 7-20
Lubricants and fluids / 7-22
Air cleaner / 7-23
Air conditioner air filter / 7-24
Wiper blades / 7-25
Battery / 7-27
Tires and wheels / 7-30
Lubricant specifications / 7-37
Maintenance
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first
× 1,000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128
# Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
Engine oil & engine oil filter (1) R R R R R R RRRRRRR RRR
Drive belts (tension) I I I I
Cooling system hoses & connections I I I I I
Engine coolant (1) I I I I I R IIIIIRI III
Fuel filter RR
Fuel tank cap, lines, EVAP canister and hoses
II
Fuel tank air filter I R I R I
Air cleaner element (2) I I I I I R IIIIIRI III
Ignition wires I I
Spark plugs R
Idle speed I I I I I
Valve clearance (if equipped) I
Engine timing belt R
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
Engine control system
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONTINUED)
Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first
× 1,000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128
# Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
Automatic transaxle fluid (1) I I I R I I I R I I I R I I I R
Chassis & underbody bolts & nuts I I I I I I IIIIIII III
Tire condition & inflation pressure I I I I I I IIIIIII III
Wheel alignment (4)
Tire rotation
Steering operation & linkage I I I I I I IIIIIII III
Power steering fluid & lines I I I IIIII
Driveshaft dust boots I I I I I
Seat belts, buckles & anchors I I I I I I IIIIIII III
Lock, hinges & hood latch L L L L L L LLLLLLL LLL
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
Inspect when abnormal condition noted
Rotate the tires every 12,000 km
Chassis and body (Continued)
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