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Maintenance
G230105AUNUnderbody maintenanceCorrosive materials used for ice and
snow removal and dust control may col-
lect on the underbody. If these materials
are not removed, accelerated rusting can
occur on underbody parts such as the
fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust
system, even though they have been
treated with rust protection.
Thoroughly flush the vehicle underbody
and wheel openings with lukewarm or
cold water once a month, after off-road
driving and at the end of each winter. Pay
special attention to these areas because
it is difficult to see all the mud and dirt. It
will do more harm than good to wet down
the road grime without removing it. The
lower edges of doors, rocker panels, and
frame members have drain holes that
should not be allowed to clog with dirt;
trapped water in these areas can cause
rusting.
G230106AUNAluminum wheel maintenance The aluminum wheels are coated with a
clear protective finish.
Do not use any abrasive cleaner, pol-
ishing compound, solvent, or wire
brushes on aluminum wheels. They
may scratch or damage the finish.
Use only a mild soap or neutral deter-
gent, and rinse thoroughly with water.
Also, be sure to clean the wheels after
driving on salted roads. This helps pre-
vent corrosion.
Avoid washing the wheels with high-
speed car wash brushes.
Do not use any acid detergent. It may
damage and corrode the aluminum
wheels coated with a clear protective
finish.
WARNING
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired,
dry the brakes by applying them
lightly while maintaining a slow for-
ward speed.

Maintenance60 7G270201AUNCanisterFuel vapors generated inside the fuel
tank are absorbed and stored in the
onboard canister. When the engine is
running, the fuel vapors absorbed in the
canister are drawn into the surge tank
through the purge control solenoid valve.G270202AUNPurge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV)The purge control solenoid valve is con-
trolled by the Engine Control Module
(ECM); when the engine coolant temper-
ature is low during idling, the PCSV clos-
es so that evaporated fuel is not taken
into the engine. After the engine warms-
up during ordinary driving, the PCSV
opens to introduce evaporated fuel to the
engine.
G270300AUN3. Exhaust emission control
systemThe Exhaust Emission Control System is
a highly effective system which controls
exhaust emissions while maintaining
good vehicle performance.G270301AUNVehicle modifications This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification of your vehicle could affect
its performance, safety or durability and
may even violate governmental safety
and emissions regulations.
In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from any modification
may not be covered under warranty.
G270302AUNEngine exhaust gas precautions
(carbon monoxide) Carbon monoxide can be present with
other exhaust fumes. Therefore, if you
smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside
your vehicle, have it inspected and
repaired immediately. If you ever sus-
pect exhaust fumes are coming into
your vehicle, drive it only with all the
windows fully open. Have your vehicle
checked and repaired immediately.
WARNING
- Exhaust
Engine exhaust gases contain car-
bon monoxide (CO). Though color-
less and odorless, it is dangerous
and could be lethal if inhaled.
Follow the instructions on this
page to avoid CO poisoning.

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Maintenance
Do not operate the engine in confined
or closed areas (such as garages) any
more than what is necessary to move
the vehicle in or out of the area.
When the vehicle is stopped in an
open area for more than a short time
with the engine running, adjust the
ventilation system (as needed) to draw
outside air into the vehicle.
Never sit in a parked or stopped vehi-
cle for any extended time with the
engine running.
When the engine stalls or fails to start,
excessive attempts to restart the
engine may cause damage to the
emission control system.
G270303AUNOperating precautions for catalytic
converters Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic
converter emission control device.
Therefore, the following precautions
must be observed:
Use only UNLEADED FUEL for gaso-
line engine.
Do not operate the vehicle when there
are signs of engine malfunction, such
as misfire or a noticeable loss of per-
formance. Do not misuse or abuse the engine.
Examples of misuse are coasting with
the ignition off and descending steep
grades in gear with the ignition off.
Do not operate the engine at high idle
speed for extended periods (5 minutes
or more).
Do not modify or tamper with any part
of the engine or emission control sys-
tem. All inspections and adjustments
must be made by an authorized KIA
dealer.
Avoid driving with a very low fuel level.
If you run out of gasoline, it could
cause the engine to misfire and result
in excessive loading of the catalytic
converter.
Failure to observe these precautions
could result in damage to the catalytic
converter and to your vehicle.
Additionally, such actions could void your
warranties.
WARNING
- Fire
A hot exhaust system can ignite
flammable items under your vehi-
cle. Do not park the vehicle over or
near flammable objects, such as
grass, vegetation, paper, leaves,
etc.

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Air bag-advanced supplemental restraint system ··········3-40
Air cleaner ·····································································7-25
Appearance care·····························································7-53
Audio system ·································································4-92
Automatic climate control system ·································4-70
Automatic transaxle ·························································5-7
Automatic transaxle fluid ··············································7-22
Battery············································································7-28
Before driving ··································································5-3
Brake system··································································5-14
Brakes fluid····································································7-20
Bulb wattage ····································································8-2
Child restraint system ····················································3-32
Climate control air filter ················································7-25
Cruise control system ····················································5-24
Defroster ········································································4-59
Dimensions ······································································8-2Door locks ······································································4-11
Economical operation ····················································5-28
Emergency starting ··························································6-4
Emission control system ················································7-59
Engine compartment ·················································2-4/7-2
Engine coolant ·······························································7-17
Engine number ·································································8-7
Engine oil ·······································································7-16
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ···············7-12
Exterior feature ······························································4-90
Fuel filler lid ··································································4-22
Fuel requirements ····························································1-3
Fuses ··············································································7-44
Hazard warning flasher··················································4-50
Hood···············································································4-20
How to use this manual ···················································1-2ABCD
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If the engine overheats·····················································6-6
If the engine will not start ···············································6-3
If you have a flat tire ·······················································6-7
In case of an emergency while driving····························6-2
Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster ···················1-5
Instrument cluster ··························································4-34
Instrument panel overview ··············································2-3
Interior features······························································4-83
Interior light ···································································4-58
Interior overview ·····························································2-2
Key positions ···································································5-4
Keys ·················································································4-3
Lighting··········································································4-51
Maintenance schedule······················································7-8
Maintenance services ·······················································7-4
Manual climate control system······································4-61
Mirrors ···········································································4-31Owner maintenance ·························································7-6
Parking brake ································································7-24
Power steering fluid ·······················································7-21
Rear parking assist system·············································4-48
Recommended lubricants and capacities ·························8-4
Remote keyless entry ·······················································4-6
Road warning ···································································6-2
Seat belts ········································································3-18
Seats ·················································································3-2
Special driving conditions ·············································5-30
Starting the engine ···························································5-6
Steering wheel································································4-29
Storage compartment ·····················································4-80
Sunroof···········································································4-25IKLM
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