2008 KIA PICANTO warning

What to do in an emergency
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F120200AUN What to do when a tire is punc- tured
A punctured tire is repaired in two
stages. In the 1st stage, sealing com-pound and air is inflated into the tire
and the vehicle driven a short dis-tance (3 km / 2 miles) to spread the
compound inside the tire. In the 2nd
stage, the inflation pressure is
checked and, if necessary, more air
is added into the tire. It is then possi-
ble to drive cautiously with the tire up
to 200 km (120 miles) at a maximumspeed of 80 km/h (50 mph) in order
to reach a vehicle or tire dealer to
have the tire replaced. If so inform
other drivers that the TireMobilityKit
has been used and provide advice
and warnings about changed driving
behaviour. F120201ASA
1st Stage: Pump sealing compound
and air into the tire
1. Open the lid and remove the
speed label (1) from the TireMobilityKit and place it in the
car, within clear view of the driver. 2. Remove the hose (2) and the
power cable (3) from theTireMobilityKit.
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3. Unscrew the bottle holder cap (4)and the lid of the sealant bottle (5). 4. Screw the bottle clockwise into the
bottle socket (6) until it is tight. 5. Unscrew the valve cap from the
defective tire.
6. Screw the hose (7) of the TireMobilityKit firmly onto the tire
valve.
7. Ensure that the On/Off switch (8) is in the "O"-position.
8. Place the electric plug (9) into the cigarette lighter socket (12 Volt).
Do not use any other electric sock-
et in the car.
9. Start the engine of the vehicle. (Only if the vehicle is outdoors!)
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CAUTION
Screwing the sealant bottle into
the socket will break the bottle seal. Do not unscrew the filledbottle from the socket - sealantcould come out.
WARNING
Carbonmonoxide poisoning
and suffocation is possible ifthe engine is left running in a
poorly ventilated or unventilat-
ed location (such as inside a
building).

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15. If the inflation pressure is 1.3 bar
(19 psi) or more, turn the On/Off
switch to the "I"-position andadjust the inflation pressure tothe recommended inflation pres-
sure (Refer to “Tires and wheels”
in section 9). Reduce any exces-
sive pressure by using the pres-
sure release valve (10).
16. Turn the kit off by pressing "O". Unscrew the hose from the tire
valve and unplug the electric plug
from the socket. 17. Do not unscrew the bottle. Stow
the TireMobilityKit safely in the
vehicle. 18. Drive to the next vehicle or tire
dealer to replace the tire.
19. After using the TireMobilityKit to seal your tire, replace the hose,the sealing compound and con-
nected parts. See the last page
of this instruction. When replac-
ing the damaged tire inform thetire mechanic that a sealing com-
pound was used before the tire isdemounted!
WARNING
After the sealing compound has
been used, the max. permissiblespeed is 80 km/h (50 mph) and
the damaged tire is to be
replaced promptly, at least with-in a distance of 200 km (120
miles). While driving, if you
experience any unusual vibra-
tion, ride disturbance or noise,
reduce your speed and drive
with caution until you can safe-
ly pull off to the side of the road.
Call for road side service or
towing.WARNING
After a long period without driv-
ing, the inflation pressure must
be checked before driving.
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Notes on the safe use of the TireMobilityKit
Park your car at the side of the
road so that you can work with the
TireMobilityKit away from moving
traffic. Place your warning triangle
in a prominent place to make pass-
ing vehicles aware of your location.
To be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're on a fairly
level ground, always set your park-
ing brake.
Only use the TireMobilityKit for sealing/inflation passenger car
tires. Do not use on motorcycles,
bicycles or any other type of tires.
Do not remove any foreign objects - such as nails or screws - that
have penetrated the tire. Before using the TireMobilityKit
read the precautionary advice
printed on the sealant bottle!
Provided the car is outdoors, leave the engine running. Otherwise
operating the compressor may
eventually drain the car battery.
Never leave the TireMobilityKit unattended while it is being used.
Do not leave the compressor run- ning for more than 10 min. at a time
or it may overheat.
Do not use the TireMobilityKit if the ambient temperature is below -30°C (-20°F).
Do not use the sealing compound after its expiration date which can
be found on the label of the bottle.
Keep away from children.
CAUTION
Do not use the TireMobilityKit if the tire is severely damaged bydriving with insufficient airpressure (e.g. if the tire has bulges, cuts, cracks or similardefects). Only seal puncturedareas located within the tread region of the tire. Damage to thesidewall should not be sealedfor safety reasons.

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Use a towing strap less than 5 m (16feet) long. Attach a white or red cloth (about 30 cm (12 inches) wide) in the
middle of the strap for easy visibility.
Drive carefully so that the towing strap does not get loose during towing. F080301AUN
Emergency towing precautions
Turn the ignition switch to ACC so the
steering wheel isn’t locked.
Place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral).
Release the parking bake.
Press the brake pedal with more force than normal since you will have
reduced brake performance.
More steering effort will be required because the power steering system
will be disabled.
If you are driving down a long hill, the brakes may overheat and brake per-
formance will be reduced. Stop often
and let the brakes cool off.
WARNING
Use extreme caution when towing
the vehicle.
driving maneuvers which would
place excessive stress on the
emergency towing hook and tow-
ing cable or chain. The hook and
towing cable or chain may break
and cause serious injury or dam-
age.
If the disabled vehicle is unable to move, do not forcibly continue
the towing. Contact an authorized
KIA dealer or a commercial tow
truck service for assistance.
Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as possible.
Keep away from the vehicle dur- ing towing.
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CAUTION
If the car is being towed with all four
wheels on the ground, it can be
towed only from the front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral. Do not tow at speeds greater than 40km/h (25 mph) and for more than 25
km (15 miles). Be sure the steeringis unlocked by placing the ignition switch in the ACC position. A drivermust be in the towed vehicle to
operate the steering and brakes.

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Maintenance
WARNING- Maintenance
work
Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. You
can be seriously injured while
performing some maintenance
procedures. If you lack sufficient
knowledge and experience or the
proper tools and equipment to do
the work, have it done by an
authorized KIA dealer.
Working under the hood with the engine running is dangerous. It
becomes even more dangerous
when you wear jewelry or loose
clothing. These can become
entangled in moving parts and
result in injury. Therefore, if you
must run the engine while work-
ing under the hood, make certain
that you remove all jewelry (espe-
cially rings, bracelets, watches,
and necklaces) and all neckties,
scarves, and similar loose cloth-
ing before getting near theengine or cooling fans.WARNING - Diesel Engine
Never work on the injection system with the engine running or within30 seconds after shutting the
engine off. High-pressure pump,
rail, injectors and high-pressurepipes are subject to high pressure
even after the engine stopped. The
fuel jet produced by fuel leaks may
cause serious injury, if it touches
the body. People using pacemakers
should not move than 30cm closerto the ECU or wiring harness within
the engine room while engine is
running, since the high currents in
the electronic engine control sys-
tem produce considerable magnet-ic fields.

Maintenance
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OWNER MAINTENANCE
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The following lists are vehicle checks and
inspections that should be performed by
the owner or an authorized KIA dealer atthe frequencies indicated to help ensure
safe, dependable operation of your vehi-
cle.
Any adverse conditions should be
brought to the attention of your dealer as
soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance Checks are
generally not covered by warranties and
you may be charged for labor, parts and
lubricants used. Owner maintenance schedule
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When you stop for fuel:
Check the engine oil level.
Check the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir.
Check the windshield washer fluid level.
Look for low or under-inflated tires. G030102AUN
While operating your vehicle:
Note any changes in the sound of the
exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes
in the vehicle.
Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased steering
effort or looseness in the steering
wheel, or change in its straight-aheadposition.
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side when trav-
eling on smooth, level road.
When stopping, listen and check for unusual sounds, pulling to one side,
increased brake pedal travel or “hard-
to-push” brake pedal.
If any slipping or changes in the oper- ation of your transaxle occurs, check
the transaxle fluid level.
Check the automatic transaxle P (Park) function.
Check the parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air condition-
ing system during or after use is nor-mal).
WARNING
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot coolant
and steam may blow out under
pressure. This could cause burns
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Maintenance
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At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare. G030104AUN
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall):
Check radiator, heater and air condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean the wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened with
washer fluid.
Check the headlight alignment.
Check the muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts. G030105APA
At least once a year:
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and checks, and
hood hinges.
Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake/clutch fluid level.