2009 KIA AMANTI Owners Manual

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Automatic mirror adjustment inreverse maneuvers (if equipped)When the transaxle gear is shifted into
reverse (R), the outside rearview mir-
ror(s) will automatically be turned down-
ward about 5 degrees to improve driver
visibility. It will stay in that position until
the transaxle shift lever is shifted out of
reverse (R).
L : Both the left and right outside rearview mirrors will be turned
downward about 5 degrees.
R : Only the right outside rearview mirror will be turned downward
about 5 degrees.
Center : Automatic mirror adjustment function is disabled, no mirror
will be turned downward. The outside rearview mirror(s) will return
to its previous position automatically if
outside rearview mirror selection switch
is changed to another position, or
transaxle shift lever is shifted out of
reverse (R).
(Examples)
If the shift lever is shifted into reverse (R)
when the outside rearview mirror selec-
tion switch is in L, both the right and left
outside rearview mirrors will automatical-
ly be turned down 5 degrees
If the outside rearview mirror selection
switch is set to R while shift lever is in
reverse (R), the left outside rearview mir-
ror will return to its previous position. The
right outside rearview mirror will not
return to it’s previous position.
If the shift lever is shifted into any other
range OR the outside rearview mirror
selection switch is set to the center, the
right outside rearview mirror will auto-
matically return to its original position.
Folding the outside rearview
mirrorManual type
To fold the outside rearview mirror, grasp
the housing of the mirror and then fold it
toward the rear of the vehicle.
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3Outside 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 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.
Day/night rearview mirror Adjust the rearview mirror to the center
on the view through the rear window.
Make this adjustment before you start
driving.
Manual type Make this adjustment before you start
driving and while the day/night lever is in
the day position.
Pull the day/night lever toward you to
reduce glare from the headlights of vehi-
cles behind you during night driving.Remember that you lose some rearviewclarity in the night position.
WARNING
Do not place objects in the rear seat
or cargo area which would interfere
with your vision out the rear win-
dow.
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Electric type (if equipped)The electric rearview mirror automatical-
ly controls the glare from the headlights
of the car behind you in nighttime or low
light driving conditions. The sensor
mounted in the mirror senses the light
level around the vehicle, and through a
chemical reaction, automatically controls
the headlight glare from vehicles behind
you.
When the engine is running, the glare is
automatically controlled by the sensor
mounted in the rearview mirror.
Whenever the shift lever is shifted into
reverse (R), the mirror will automatically
go to the brightest setting in order to
improve the drivers view behind the vehi-
cle.• Type A (if equipped)
Press the button (
➀) to turn the automat-
ic- dimming function on, the mirror indi-
cator light will illuminate.
Press the button (➀) once again to turn
the automatic- dimming function off. The
mirror indicator light will turn off. • Type B (if equipped)
Press the “O” button to turn the automat-
ic- dimming function off. The mirror indi-
cator light will turn off.
Press the “I” button to turn the automatic-
dimming function on, the mirror indicator
light will illuminate.
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NOTICEWhen cleaning the mirror, use a paper
towel or similar material dampened
with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass
cleaner directly on the mirror as that
may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the
mirror housing.
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Sensor
➀
Indicator
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3Map light Front (if equipped)The lights are turned ON or OFF by
pressing the corresponding switch.
Dome light (if equipped)➀
OFF - The light stays off even when a
door is open.
➁ DOOR - The light turns on when a door
is opened or when a door is
unlocked by the transmitter (if
equipped). Interior light goes
out slowly after 30 seconds if
the door is closed. However if
the ignition switch is ON or all
vehicle doors are locked when
the door is closed, interior light
will turn off even within 30 sec-
onds.
➂
ON - The light turns on and stays oneven when the doors are all
closed.
Door courtesy lamp The door courtesy lamp comes ON when
the door is opened to assist entering or
exiting the vehicle. It also serves as a
warning to passing vehicles that the
vehicle door is open.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
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✽NOTICE• To avoid possible theft, do not leave
valuables in the storage compartment.
• Since stored items may move while driving, be sure to position them in
the storage compartment so that they
do not make noise or cause a potential
safety hazard when the vehicle is mov-
ing.
• Always keep the storage compartment covers closed while driving. Do not
attempt to place many items in the
storage compartment that the storage
compartment cover cannot close
securely.
Center console storageTo open either of the console storage
compartments, press button
➀
or
➁.
These compartments can be used to
store small items required by the driver
or front passenger.
Multi boxRear (if equipped)To open the storage compartment, pull
the armrest down and pull up on the lock-
ing tab (
➀). It can be used for storing
small items.
STORAGE COMPARTMENTS
WARNING
Do not store cigarette lighters,
propane cylinders, or other flamma-
ble/explosive materials in the vehi-
cle. These items may catch fire
and/or explode if the vehicle is
exposed to hot temperatures for
extended periods.
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3Glove boxThe glove box can be locked (
➀) and
unlocked (
➁) with a master key.
It cannot be locked/unlocked with the sub
key.
To open the glove box, make sure it is
unlocked, then pull the handle (
➂) and
the glove box will automatically open
(
➃). Close the glove box after use.
✽ ✽ NOTICESince key is not fully inserted into the
glove box key set, do not apply excessive
force. Doing so may damage the parts.
Sunglass holder A sunglass storage compartment is pro-
vided on the overhead console. To open
the sunglass holder, press the cover and
the holder will slowly open. Place your
sunglasses in the compartment door with
the lenses facing out. Push to close.✽ ✽NOTICEMake sure the sunglass holder is closed
while driving.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury in case
of an accident or sudden stop,
always keep the glove box door
closed while driving.
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Cigarette lighterFrontTo use the cigarette lighter, press the
front face then release it to allow the cig-
arette lighter and ashtray to slowly
extend from the center panel.
To operate the cigarette lighter, press it in
and release it. When it is heated, it auto-
matically pops out ready for use.
If the engine is not running, the ignition
switch must be in the ACC position for
the lighter to operate.
Ashtrays Front To use the ashtray, press the front face
and release it to allow the cigarette
lighter and ashtray to slowly extend from
the center panel.
To remove the ashtray, grasp the ashtray
bucket (
➀) and carefully pull it out.
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CAUTION
Do not hold the lighter in after it isalready heated because it willoverheat.
Only a genuine Kia lighter should be used in the cigarette lightersocket. The use of plug-in acces-sories (shavers, hand-held vacu- ums, and coffee pots, for exam-ple) may damage the socket orcause electrical failure.
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Cup holderCups or small beverage cans may be
placed in the cup holders.
FrontTo open the cup holder cover, press the
cover and it will automatically open. Push
the cover to close after use.
WARNING
- Ashtray use
Do not use the vehicle’s ashtrays
as waste receptacles.
Putting lit cigarettes or matches in an ashtray with other com-
bustible materials may cause a
fire.
WARNING
- Hot liquids
Do not place uncovered cups ofhot liquid in the cup holder while
the vehicle is in motion. If the hot
liquid spills, you could be burned.
Such a burn to the driver could
cause a loss of control of the
vehicle.
To reduce the risk of personal injury in the event of sudden stop
or collision, do not place uncov-
ered or insecure bottles, glasses,
cans, etc., in the cup holder while
the vehicle is in motion.
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