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D150323AUN-EUESC indicator (ElectronicStability Control) (if equipped)The ESC indicator will illuminate when
the ignition switch is turned ON, but
should go off after approximately 3 sec-
onds. When the ESC is on, it monitors
the driving conditions and under normal
driving conditions, the ESC light will
remain off. When a slippery or low trac-
tion condition is encountered, the ESC
will operate, and the ESC indicator will
blink to indicate the ESC is operating.
D150324AUN-EUESC OFF indicator (if equipped)The ESC OFF indicator will illuminate
when the ignition switch is turned ON,
but should go off after approximately 3
seconds. To switch to ESC OFF mode,
press the ESC OFF button. The ESC
OFF indicator will illuminate indicating
the ESC is deactivated. If this indicator
stays on when ESC OFF is not selected,
the ESC may have a malfunction. Take
your car to an authorized KIA dealer and
have the system checked.
CAUTION
Prolonged driving with the Emission Control SystemMalfunction Indicator Light illuminated may cause damage to the emission control systemswhich could effect drivabilityand/or fuel economy.
If the
Emission
Control System
Malfunction Indicator Light illumi- nates, potential catalytic convert- er damage is possible whichcould result in loss of enginepower. Have the Engine ControlSystem inspected as soon as pos- sible by an authorized KIA dealer.
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4D170200AENNon-operational conditions of
rear parking assist system The rear parking assist system may
not operate properly when:
1. Moisture is frozen to the sensor. (It will
operate normally when the moisture
has been cleared.)
2. The sensor is covered with foreign matter, such as snow or water, or the
sensor cover is blocked. (It will operate
normally when the material is removed
or the sensor is no longer blocked.)
3. Driving on uneven road surfaces (unpaved roads, gravel, bumps, gradi-
ent).
4. Objects generating excessive noise (vehicle horns, loud motorcycle
engines, or truck air brakes) are within
range of the sensor.
5. Heavy rain or water spray exists.
6. Wireless transmitters or mobile phones are within range of the sensor.
7. The sensor is covered with snow.
8. Trailer towing. The detecting range may decrease
when:
1. The sensor is stained with foreign mat-
ter such as snow or water. (The sens-
ing range will return to normal when
removed.)
2. Outside air temperature is extremely hot or cold.
The following objects may not be rec-
ognized by the sensor:
1. Sharp or slim objects such as ropes, chains or small poles.
2. Objects which tend to absorb the sen- sor frequency such as clothes, spongy
material or snow.
3. Undetectable objects smaller than 1 m (40 in.) and narrower than 14 cm (6 in.)
in diameter.
D170300AENRear parking assist system pre-
cautions The rear parking assist system maynot sound sequentially depending on
the speed and shapes of the objects
detected.
The rear parking assist system may malfunction if the vehicle bumper
height or sensor installation has been
modified or damaged. Any non-factory
installed equipment or accessories
may also interfere with the sensor per-
formance.
The sensor may not recognize objects less than 40 cm (15 in.) from the sen-
sor, or it may sense an incorrect dis-
tance. Use caution.
When the sensor is frozen or stained with snow, dirt, or water, the sensor
may be inoperative until the stains are
removed using a soft cloth.
Do not push, scratch or strike the sen- sor. Sensor damage could occur.

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D190402AUNHeadlight position ( )When the light switch is in the headlight
position (2nd position) the head, tail posi-
tion, license and instrument panel lights
are ON.✽ ✽NOTICEThe ignition switch must be in the ON
position to turn on the headlights.
D190500AUNHigh beam operation To turn on the high beam headlights,
push the lever away from you. Pull it back
for low beams.
The high beam indicator will light when
the headlight high beams are switched
on.
To prevent the battery from being dis-
charged, do not leave the lights on for a
prolonged time while the engine is not
running. To flash the headlights, pull the lever
towards you. It will return to the normal
(low beam) position when released. The
headlight switch does not need to be on
to use this flashing feature.
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D200100AUN-EUWindshield wipers Operates as follows when the ignition
switch is turned ON.
MIST : For a single wiping cycle, pushthe lever upward and release it
with the lever in the OFF position.
The wipers will operate continu-
ously if the lever is pushed
upward and held.
OFF : Wiper is not in operation INT : Wiper operates intermittently at the
same wiping intervals. Use this
mode in a light rain or mist. To vary
the speed setting, turn the speed
control knob (1).
LO : Normal wiper speed
HI : Fast wiper speed
✽ ✽ NOTICEIf there is heavy accumulation of snow
or ice on the windshield, defrost the
windshield for about 10 minutes, or
until the snow and/or ice is removed
before using the windshield wipers to
ensure proper operation.
WIPERS AND WASHERS
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Daytime running light
(if equipped)Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can
make it easier for others to see the front
of your vehicle during the day. DRL can
be helpful in many different driving con-
ditions, and it is especially helpful after
dawn and before sunset.
The DRL system will make the head-
lights turn OFF when:
1. The headlight switch is ON.
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4D200200AUNWindshield washers In the OFF position, pull the lever gently
toward you to spray washer fluid on the
windshield and to run the wipers 1-3
cycles.
Use this function when the windshield is
dirty.
The spray and wiper operation will con-
tinue until you release the lever.
If the washer does not work, check the
washer fluid level. If the fluid level is not
sufficient, you will need to add appropri-
ate non-abrasive windshield washer fluid
to the washer reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in the
front of the engine compartment on the
passenger side.
D200300AUN-EERear window wiper and washer
switch (if equipped)The rear window wiper and washer
switch is located at the end of the wiper
and washer switch lever. Turn the switch
to desired position to operate the rear
wiper and washer.
OFF - Wiper is not in operation
INT - Intermittent wiper operation
(if equipped)
ON - Normal wiper operation - Spraying washer fluid and wiping
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CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to thewasher pump, do not operate thewasher when the fluid reservoir is empty.
WARNING
Do not use the washer in freezing
temperatures without first warming
the windshield with the defrosters;
the washer solution could freeze on
contact with the windshield and
obscure your vision.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield, do notoperate the wipers when thewindshield is dry.
To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline,kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, donot attempt to move the wipersmanually.
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D210000AUND210100AUN
Map lampPush the switch to turn the light on or off.
This light produces a spot beam for con-
venient use as a map lamp at night or as
a personal lamp for the driver and the
front passenger.
D210200AUNRoom lamp
In the DOOR position, the light comes on
when any door is opened regardless of
the ignition switch position.
INTERIOR LIGHT
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CAUTION
Do not use the interior lights forextended periods when engine is not running.
It may cause battery discharge.
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D210600AUNVanity mirror lamp (if equipped)Opening the lid of the vanity mirror will
automatically turn on the mirror light.
D220000AUN✽ ✽NOTICEIf you want to defrost and defog the
front windshield, refer to “Windshield
defrosting and defogging” in this sec-
tion.
D220100AUNRear window defrosterThe defroster heats the window to
remove frost, fog and thin ice from the
rear window, while engine is running.
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CAUTION
To prevent damage to the conduc-
tors bonded to the inside surface ofthe rear window, never use sharp instruments or window cleanerscontaining abrasives to clean thewindow.
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4To activate the rear window defroster,
press the rear window defroster button
located in the center facia switch panel.
The indicator on the rear window
defroster button illuminates when the
defroster is ON.
If there is heavy accumulation of snow on
the rear window, brush it off before oper-
ating the rear defroster.
The rear window defroster automatically
turns off after approximately 20 minutes
or when the ignition switch is turned off.
To turn off the defroster, press the rear
window defroster button again.D220101AUNOutside mirror defroster
(if equipped)If your vehicle is equipped with outside
mirror defrosters, they will operate at the
same time when you turn on the rear
window defroster.
D220200AUNFront windshield deicer (if equipped)The engine must be running to enable
this feature. To activate the front wind-
shield deicer, press the front windshield
deicer button. The indicator on the button
illuminates when the deicer is ON. The
front windshield deicer automatically
turns off after 20 minutes or when the
ignition switch is turned off. To turn off the
deicer, press the front windshield deicer
button again.
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