2007 KIA SPECTRA5 air condition

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Replace the filter according to the
Maintenance Schedule.If the vehicle is operated in extreme-ly dusty or sandy areas, replace theelement more often than the usualrecommended intervals. (Refer to“Maintenance under severe usageconditions” in this section.)
CAUTION
 Do not drive with the air clean- er removed; this will result inexcessive engine wear.
 When removing the air cleaner filter, be careful that dust ordirt does not enter the airintake, or damage may result.
 Use a KIA genuine part. Use of non-genuine part could dam-age the air flow sensor.

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CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER (IF EQUIPPED)The climate control air filter installed
behind the glove box filters the dust
or other pollutants coming into the
vehicle through the heating and air
conditioning system from the outside
of vehicle. If dust or other pollutants
accumulate in the filter over a period
of time, the air flow from the air vents
may be decrease and the moisture
inside of the windshield easily occurs
than before when the air intake is
outside (fresh) position, then have
the climate control air filter replace
by an Authorized Kia Dealer. The climate control air filter should
be regularly replaced every 10,000
miles, especially in the event that the
vehicle is operated in the severely
air-polluted cities or on dusty rough
roads for a long period, inspect the
air filter more frequently and replace
it earlier. When you try to replace the
climate control air filter by owner
maintenance, replace it performing
the following procedure, and in this
case, be careful to avoid damaging
other components.
Filter replacement1. Open the glove box part way,
reach inside and pull out the elas-
tic line and push the retaining clip
through the hole on the side of the
glove box. Allow the glove box to
open.
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Outside air
Recirculatedair
Climate control
air filter Blower
Evaporator
coreHeater core

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If you overfill the tire, release air by
pushing on the metal stem in the cen-
ter of the tire valve. Recheck the tire
pressure with the tire gage. Be sure
to put the valve caps back on the
valve stems. They help prevent leaks
by keeping out dirt and moisture.Tire rotation To equalize tread wear, it is recom-
mended that the tires be rotated
every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) 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 the tire if
fabric or cord is visible. After rotation,
be sure to bring the front and rear tire
pressures to specification and check
lug nut tightness.
Refer to Section 8, Specifications.
Disc brake pads should be inspectedfor wear whenever tires are rotated.Rotate radial tires that have an
asymmetric tread pattern only
from front to rear and not from
right to left.
CBGQ0707CBGQ0707A
Do not include compact spare tire in rotation.
Directional tires (if equipped)
WARNING
 Do not use the temporary spare tire for tire rotation
 Do not mix bias ply and radial ply tires under any circum-
stances. This may cause
unusual handling characteris-
tics that could result in death,
severe injury, or property
damage.

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4. Tire ply composition and mate-
rialThe number of layers or plies of rub-
ber-coated fabric in the tire. Tire
manufacturers also must indicate the
materials in the tire, which include
steel, nylon, polyester, and others.
The letter "R" means radial ply con-
struction; the letter "D" means diago-
nal or bias ply construction; and the
letter "B" means belted-bias ply con-
struction.
5. Maximum permissible inflationpressureThis number is the greatest amount
of air pressure that should be put in
the tire. Do not exceed the maximum
permissible inflation pressure. Refer
to the Tire and Loading Information
label for recommended inflation
pressure.6. Maximum load ratingThis number indicates the maximum
load in kilograms and pounds that
can be carried by the tire. When
replacing the tires on the vehicle,
always use a tire that has the same
load rating as the factory installed
tire.7. Uniform tire quality grading The following information relates to
the tire grading system developed by
the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) for grading
tires by tread wear, traction and tem-
perature performance. Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a compara-
tive rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified govern-
ment test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one-and-a-
half times as well on the government
course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions
of their use. However, performance
may differ from the norm because of
variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
These grades are molded on the
side-walls of passenger vehicle tires.
The tires available as standard or
optional equipment on your vehicles
may vary with respect to grade.
WARNING -
Tire age
A tire more than 6 years old may
sustain separation of cord lay-
ers inside the tire. Tire failure to
separation of cord, can cause
accidents resulting in severe
injuries or death.
Make sure to check the manu-
facturing date of the tire and
replace it within 6 years of that
date.

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Traction - AA, A, B & C
The traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B and C. The
grades represent the tires ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on spec-
ified government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked
C may have poor traction perform-
ance.
Temperature -A, B & C
The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B and C. The grades repre-
sent the tire’s resistance to the gen-
eration of heat and its ability to dissi-
pate heat when tested under con-
trolled conditions on a specified
indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can
cause the material of the tires to
degenerate and reduce tires life, and
excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tires failure. Grade C corre-
sponds to a level of performance
which all passenger vehicle tires must
meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades A
and B represent higher levels of per-
formance on the laboratory test wheel
than the minimum required by the law.
Tire terminology and defini-
tionsAir Pressure: The amount of air
inside the tire pressing outward on
the tire. Air pressure is expressed in
pounds per square inch (psi) or kilo-
pascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight: This means the
combined weight of optional acces-
sories. Some examples of optional
accessories are, automatic transmis-
sion, power seats, and air condition-
ing.
Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a
tire's height to its width.
Belt:A rubber coated layer of cords
that is located between the plies and
the tread. Cords may be made from
steel or other reinforcing materials.
Bead: The tire bead contains steel
wires wrapped by steel cords that
hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in
which the plies are laid at alternate
angles less than 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread.
WARNING
- Tire
temperature
The temperature grade for this
tire is established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive
loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat
build-up and possible sudden
tire failure. This can cause loss
of vehicle control and serious
injury or death.

Consumer assistance2 9CONSUMER ASSISTANCE (U.S. ONLY)Roadside Assistance is provided on all new current
model year Kia Vehicles from the date the vehicle is deliv-
ered to the first retail buyer or otherwise put into use (in-
service date), whichever is earlier, for a period of 60
months or 60,000 miles, whichever is earlier, subject to
the terms, conditions and exclusions set forth in the Kia
Warranty and Consumer Information Guide applicable to
your model year vehicle.
KMA reserves the right to limit or deny services or other
benefits to any owner or driver when, in KMA's judgment,
the claims and/or service requests are excessive in fre-
quency or type of occurrence.Toll Free AssistanceKia's toll-free Consumer Assistance hot line is staffed
from 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM PST, Monday through Friday
and is accessible by dialing 1-800-333-4Kia (4542).
For more information regarding assistance available,
please refer to your Kia Warranty & Consumer
Information Manual.Emergency Roadside AssistanceKia's toll free Roadside Assistance hot line is staffed 24
hours a day, 365 days a year and is accessible by dialing 1-
800-333-4Kia (4542).
Please note that you must provide your Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) to verify coverage at the time of
your call. The VIN can be found on the dash of your vehi-
cle on the driver’s side, on the door jamb of the driver’s
door, your vehicle’s registration or proof of insurance card.Kia utilizes a network of over 17,000 roadside assistance
providers. Should you accidentally run out of fuel, require a
battery jump, or need help changing a tire, a Kia Roadside
Assistance Representative will dispatch someone to deliv-
er a small quantity of gas, change a flat tire with your inflat-
ed spare, or arrange a battery jump to allow you to proceed
to your destination. We have access to a network of over
10,000 locksmiths to help you should you become locked
out of your Kia.
In the event that mechanical difficulty renders your vehicle
undriveable due to a warranty-related concern, Kia’s
Roadside Assistance Representative will arrange to trans-
port your vehicle to the nearest Kia dealer or to an alterna-
tive service location.
Your vehicle must be accessible to our dispatch transport
vehicle, as determined by our driver, to receive this service.
In the event that Kia does not have a dealer or an alterna-
tive service location available in a particular location, Kia
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Kia vehicle that has ever been or should be issued a “sal-
vage” title or similar “branded” title under any state’s
law or has been declared a “total loss” or equivalent by
a financial institution or insurance company.
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