2008 KIA Sedona ESP

Features of your vehicle
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Load limiter (if equipped)
When the pre-tentioner activates, if the
system senses excessive seat belt ten-
sion on the driver or passenger’s seat
belt, the load limiter inside the pre-ten-
sioner will release some of the pressure
on the affected seat belt.WARNING- Air bag/pre-
tensioner warning light
If the SRS air bag warning light
does not illuminate when the igni-
tion key is turned to “ON”, or if it
remains illuminated after approxi-
mately 6 seconds, or if it illuminates
while the vehicle is being driven,
please have an authorized Kia deal-
er inspect the pre-tensioner and air
bag system as soon as possible.
WARNING - Hot parts
The pre-tensioner assembly mecha-
nism may become hot during acti-
vation. Do not touch the pre-ten-
sioner seat belt assembly for sever-
al minutes after they have been acti-
vated.
WARNING- Replacing
used pre-tensioners
• Pre-tensioners are designed to
operate once. After activation,
pre-tensioner seat belts must be
replaced. All seat belts, of any
type, should always be replaced
after they have been worn during
a collision.
• Do not attempt to replace the pre-
tensioners yourself. This must be
done by an authorized Kia dealer.
WARNING-Damaging the
pre-tensioners
• Do not hit or strike the pre-ten-
sioner assemblies, especially
with a tool or heavy object.
• Do not attempt to service or
repair the pre-tensioners.
WARNING -Air bag/Pre-
tensioner dust
When the air bags and pre-tension-
ers are activated, a loud noise may
be heard and fine dust, which may
appear to be smoke, may be visible
in the passenger compartment. This
dust is not toxic. The dust may
cause skin irritation and should not
be breathed for prolonged periods.
Ventilate the vehicle after impact
and wash your hands and face thor-
oughly after an accident.

Features of your vehicle
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Air bag system operation
• Air bag only operates when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON or START
positions.
• Air bags inflate instantly in the event of
serious frontal or side collision (if
equipped with side air bag or curtain
air bag) in order to help protect the
occupants from serious physical injury.
• There is no single speed at which the
air bags will inflate.
Generally, air bags are designed to
inflate by the severity of a collision and
its direction. These two factors deter-
mine whether the sensors send out an
electronic deployment/inflation signal.• Air bag deployment depends on a
number of factors including vehicle
speed, angles of impact and the densi-
ty and stiffness of the vehicles or
objects which your vehicle hits in the
collision. However, factors are not limit-
ed to those mentioned above.
• The front air bags will completely
inflate and deflate in an instant.
It is virtually impossible for you to see
the air bags inflate during an accident.
It is much more likely that you will sim-
ply see the deflated air bags hanging
out of their storage compartments after
the collision.• In order to help provide protection in a
severe collision, the air bags must
inflate rapidly. The speed of air bag
inflation is a consequence of the
extremely short time in which a collision
occurs and the need to get the air bag
between the occupant and the vehicle
structures before the occupant impacts
those structures. This speed of inflation
reduces the risk of serious or life-
threatening injuries in a severe collision
and is thus a necessary part of air bag
design.
However, air bag inflation can also
cause injuries which normally can
include facial abrasions, bruises and
broken bones, and sometimes more
serious injuries because that inflation
speed also causes the air bags to
expand with a great deal force.
• There are even circumstances
under which contact with the steer-
ing wheel air bag can cause fatal
injuries, especially if the occupant
is positioned excessively close to
the steering wheel.

Features of your vehicle
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Outside rearview mirror heater
(if equipped)
The outside rearview mirror heater is
actuated in connection with the rear win-
dow defroster. To heat the outside
rearview mirror glass, push the button for
the rear window defroster.
The rearview mirror heater (and rear win-
dow defroster) will not operate unless the
engine is running.
The outside rearview mirror glass will be
heated for defrosting or defogging and
will give you improved rear vision in
inclement weather conditions. Push the
button again to turn the heater off. The
outside rearview mirror heater automati-
cally turns off after 20 minutes.
Electric remote control
The electric remote control mirror switch
allows you to adjust the position of the
left and right outside rearview mirrors. To
adjust the position of either mirror, move
the lever (1) to R or L to select the right
side mirror or the left side mirror, then
press a corresponding point ( ) on the
mirror adjustment control to position the
selected mirror up, down, left or right.
After adjustment, put the lever into neu-
tral position to prevent the inadvertent
adjustment.
CAUTION
• The mirrors stop moving when
they reach the maximum adjust-
ing angles, but the motor contin-
ues to operate while the switch is
depressed. Do not depress the
switch longer than necessary, the
motor may be damaged.
• Do not attempt to adjust the out-
side rearview mirror by hand.
Doing so may damage the parts.
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Features of your vehicle
INTERIOR LIGHTS
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Main control switch
Map light
OFF Any ON OFF
Close ON OFF*
2)
ON ( ) Any
Map lights operating logic
Main control
switch statusDoor open/
close status
DOOROpen or
Close➜OpenONLamp turns ON,
then turns OFF after
about 20 minutes*
1)
Open➜Close
ON
ON Lamp dims gradually over
a 5-second period*3)
Map light switch
ON (depressed)DOOR (not depressed)
*1)If other door is opened while the light stays off after about 20 minutes, the light stays on
again for about 20 minutes.
*2)When a door is unlocked by the transmitter, the light stays on for about 30 seconds as long
as any door is not opened. When the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or LOCK position,
the light stays on for about 15 seconds.
*3)If the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the light turns off immediately.
Map light
The lights are turned ON or OFF based on the status of the doors, main control switch
and corresponding light switch.

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Main control switch
OFF Any
Close ON OFF*
2)OFF
ON ( ) Any
Dome lights operating logic
Main control
switch statusDoor open/
close status
DOOROpen or
Close➜OpenON
ONOFF
OFF Lamp turns ON,
then turns OFF
after about 20
minutes*
1)
Lamp dims
gradually over
a 5-second
period*
3)
Open➜CloseOFF
ON Dome light switch
ON
DOOR OFF
*1)If other door is opened while the light stays off after about 20 minutes, the light stays on
again for about 20 minutes.
*2)When a door is unlocked by the transmitter, the light stays on for about 30 seconds as long
as any door is not opened. When the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or LOCK position,
the light stays on for about 15 seconds.
*3)If the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the light turns off immediately.
Dome light
The lights are turned ON or OFF based on the status of the doors, main control switch
and corresponding light switch.
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Dome light - center/rear (if equipped)
• Type A • Type B

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Features of your vehicle
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Main control switch
Tailgate light
Open ON OFF
Close
ON ( ) Any
Tailgate light operating logic
Main control
switch statusTailgate open/
close status
DOOROFF
Open or
Close➜OpenLamp turns ON,
then turns OFF after
about 20 minutesOFF
Close or
Open➜CloseOFF
ON OFF Tailgate light switch
DOOROFF
Tailgate light
The lights are turned ON or OFF based on the status of the tailgate, main control
switch and corresponding light switch.

Features of your vehicle
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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 help-
ful in many different driving conditions,
and it is especially helpful after dawn and
before sunset.
The DRL system will make your high-
beam headlights turn OFF when:
1. The head light switch is ON.
2. The parking brake engaged.
3. Engine stops.
WIPERS AND WASHERS
Type A
Type BType B
Type A
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Windshield wiper/washer Rear window wiper/washer
(if equipped)

Features of your vehicle
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If the vehicle has a roof rack, you can
load cargo on top of your vehicle.
Crossbars and fixing components need-
ed to install the roof rack on your vehicle
may be obtained from an authorized Kia
dealer.
ROOF RACK (IF EQUIPPED)
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CAUTION
• The crossbars should be placed
in the proper load carrying posi-
tions prior to placing items onto
the roof rack.
• If the vehicle is equipped with a
sunroof, be sure not to position
cargo onto the roof rack in such a
way that it could interfere with
sunroof operation.
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WARNING
• The following specification is the
maximum weight that can be
loaded onto the roof rack.
Distribute the load as evenly as
possible across the crossbars
and roof rack and secure the load
firmly.
• The vehicle center of gravity will
be higher when items are loaded
onto the roof rack. Avoid sudden
starts, braking, sharp turns,
abrupt maneuvers or high speeds
that may result in loss of vehicle
control or rollover causing an
accident.
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• Always drive slowly and turn cor-
ners carefully when carrying
items on the roof rack. Severe
wind updrafts, caused by passing
vehicles or natural causes, can
cause sudden upward pressure
on items loaded on the roof rack.
This is especially true when car-
rying large, flat items such as
wood panels or mattresses. This
could cause the items to fall off
the roof rack and cause damage
to your vehicle or those around
you.
• To prevent damage or loss of
cargo while driving, check fre-
quently before or while driving to
make sure the items on the roof
rack are securely fastened.
CAUTION
• If the vehicle has a sunroof, do
not position the roof rack loads
so that they could not interfere
with the sunroof.
• Loading cargo or luggage above
specification on the roof rack may
damage your vehicle.
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• When carrying cargo on the roof
rack, take the necessary precau-
tions to make sure the cargo does
not damage the roof of the vehicle.
• When carrying large objects on
the roof rack, make sure they do
not exceed the overall roof length
or width.
ROOF 75 kg (165 lbs.)
RACK EVENLY DISTRIBUTED