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1. iPod Selection ButtonIf iPod is connected, it turns to iPod mode.2. Automatic Track Selection Button Press the [TRACK ] button for lessthan 0.8 seconds to play from the
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1. iPod Selection ButtonIf iPod is connected, it turns to iPod mode.2. Automatic Track Selection Button Press the [TRACK ] button for lessthan 0.8 seconds to play from the
beginning of the song currently played.
Press the button for less than 0.8 sec-
onds and press it again within 1 sec-
onds to move and play the previous
track. Press the button for 0.8 seconds
or longer to play the song in reverse
direction in fast speed.
Press the [SEEK ] button for less than 0.8 seconds to move to the next
track. Press the button for 0.8 seconds
or longer to play the song in forward
direction in fast speed.3. RANDOM Play Button Press this button for less than 0.8 sec-
onds to activate 'RDM ' mode and more
than 0.8 seconds to activate 'ALBUM
RDM 'mode.
RDM : All songs in the current catego-ry are played back at random.
ALBUM RDM: An album in the iPod is selected at random and is played back
in the album song order.
4. REPEAT Play ButtonA single song is repeatedly played back.5. INFORMATION ButtonDisplays the information of the file cur-
rently played back as below when the
button is pressed each time.
TITLE
➟ARTIST
➟ALBUM
➟...
6. Category Search ButtonMoves to the upper category from current-
ly played category of the iPod. To move to
the category displayed, press [File Search
/ENTER] Button. You will be able to search
through the lower category of the selected
category. The order of iPod’s category is
PLAYLISTS, COMPOSERS, SONGS, AL-
BUMES, ARTISTS, GENRES.
7. File Search/ENTER Button When you turn the button clockwise, itwill display the songs(category) next to
the song currently played(category in
the same level). Also, when you turn
the button counterclockwise, it will dis-
play the songs(category) before the
song currently played(category in the
same level).
If you want to listen to the song dis-
played in the song category, press the
button, then it will skip to the selected
song and play.
When you turn the button, it will display the categorys next to the categorys
currently displayed. you can narrow
down your search as shown in the
table below.
1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 STEPPlaylist Playlists Songs --
Artist Artists Albums Songs -
Album Albums Songs --
Song Songs -- -
Genre Genres Artists Albums Songs
Composer Composers Albums Songs -
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37. CAT/FOLDER Button Press [CAT ] or [FLDR ] button to
enter the Category list Mode, it dis-
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37. CAT/FOLDER Button Press [CAT ] or [FLDR ] button to
enter the Category list Mode, it dis-
plays cateogry items and highlights the
category that currently tuned channel
belongs to.
On Category List Mode, press these buttons to navigate category list.
Press [ENTER] Button to select the lowest channel in highlighted category.
If channel is selected by selecting cat- egory CATEGORY Icon is displayed at
the top of the screen.8. Tune Knob and Enter Button Rotate clockwise to increase the chan-nel number or to down the category in
the category list.
Rotate counterclockwise to decrease the channel number or to up the cate-
gory in the category list.
Press this button to make selection of channels or items.
❈ ❈ Troubleshooting1. Antenna Error
If this message is displayed, the antenna
or antenna cable is broken or unplugged.
Please consult with your Kia dealership.
2. Acquiring Signal
If this message is displayed, it means that
the antenna is covered and that the SIR-
IUS Satellite Radio signal is not available.
Ensure the antenna is uncovered and has
a clear view of the sky.
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1. DISPLAY ON/OFF
2. CLOCK Function
3. Time/Date Increase/Reduce Function
4. RESET Function
5. DATE Function
KEY BOARD
A-300GHU
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31. DISPLAY ON/OFF This is the display window ON/OFF
function.
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31. DISPLAY ON/OFF This is the display window ON/OFF
function.
Each time the [DISP] button is pressed, the display window will be turned
ON/OFF.2. CLOCK Function This is the clock adjustment function.
Each time [CLOCK] is pressed, thesecond
➟minute will blink once every
0.5 seconds and switch modes.
Pressing the [CLOCK] again while the "minute" mode is blinking or waiting 10
seconds will turn off time adjustment
mode and save the set time.
The clock can be set in 12 hour or 24 hour modes. The 12 hour system is the
default and can be changed to 24 hour
system within the SET-UP menu.
3. Time/Date Increase/Decrease Function While in Time/Date mode, pressing the
[ ], [ ] buttons will increase/
decrease the time/date.
This function will operate only after pressing the time/date button and the
hour/minute/month/day is blinking.
4. RESET Function The RESET function can be usedwhen adjusting the time.
If the [RESET] is pressed while adjust- ing the "hour", the hour will display
"AM12" when using 12 hour clock
mode and "00" when using 24 hour
clock mode.
If the RESET is pressed while adjust- ing the "min", the minute display will be
changed to "00".
The RESET function can be used while adjusting the date.
If the [RESET] is pressed while adjust- ing the "month/day", the corresponding
display will be changed to "01month/
01day".
5. DATE Function This is used to adjust the date.
Each time [DATE] is pressed, the mon-th
➟day will blink once every 0.5 sec-
onds and switch modes.
Pressing the [DATE] again while the "day" is blinking or waiting 10 seconds
will turn off date adjustment mode and
save the set date.
❈Slight differences with actual time may
occur. Please readjust the time upon
the occurrence of such differences.
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Driving your vehicle24Illuminated ignition switchWhenever a door is opened, the ignition
switch will be illuminated for your con-
venience, provided the ignition switch is
not in the ON position. The light will go off
approximately 10 seconds after closing
the door or when the ignition switch is
turned on.
Ignition switch and anti-theft
steering column lock Ignition switch positionLOCKThe steering wheel locks to protect
against theft. The ignition key can be
removed only in the LOCK position.
When turning the ignition switch to the
LOCK position, push the key inward at
the ACC position and turn the key toward
the LOCK position.ACC (Accessory)
The steering wheel is unlocked and elec-
trical accessories are operative.
✽ ✽
NOTICEIf difficulty is experienced turning the
ignition switch to the ACC position, turn
the key while turning the steering wheel
right and left to release the tension.ON
The warning lights can be checked
before the engine is started. This is the
normal running position after the engine
is started.Do not leave the ignition switch ON if the
engine is not running to prevent batterydischarge.START
Turn the ignition key to the START posi-
tion to start the engine. The engine will
crank until you release the key; then it
returns to the ON position. The brake
warning lamp can be checked in this
position.
IGNITION SWITCH
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Automatic transaxleWhen turning the ignition switch to the
LOCK position, the shift lever must be in
the P (Park) position.
WARNING
- Ignition switch
• Never turn the ignition switch toLOCK or ACC while the vehicle is
moving. This would result in loss
of directional control and braking
function, which could cause an
immediate accident.
The anti-theft steering column lock is not a substitute for the
parking brake. Before leaving the
driver’s seat, always make sure
the shift lever is engaged in P
(Park), set the parking brake fully
and shut the engine off.
Unexpected and sudden vehicle
movement may occur if these pre-
cautions are not taken.
Never reach for the ignition switch, or any other controls
through the steering wheel while
the vehicle is in motion. The pres-
ence of your hand or arm in this
area could cause a loss of vehicle
control, an accident and serious
bodily injury or death.
Do not put any movable things around the driver’s seat as they
can disturb your driving and may
cause accidents.
WARNING
When you intend to park or stop the
vehicle with the engine on, be care-
ful not to depress the accelerator
pedal for a long period of time. It
may overheat the engine or exhaust
system and cause fire.
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Driving your vehicle64Automatic transaxle operationAll normal forward driving is done with
the shift lever in the D (Drive) position.
To move the shift lever from the P (Park)
position, the brake pedal must be
depressed and the lock release button
must be depressed.For smooth operation, depress the brakepedal when shifting from N (Neutral) to a forward or reverse gear.
✽ ✽
NOTICE• To avoid damage to your transaxle, do
not accelerate the engine in R
(Reverse) or any forward gear posi-
tion with the brakes on.
• When stopped on an upgrade, do not hold the vehicle stationary with
engine power. Use the service brake
or the parking brake.
• Do not shift from N (Neutral) or P (Park) into D (Drive), or R (Reverse)
when the engine is above idle speed.
Transaxle rangesP (park)This position locks the transaxle and pre-
vents the front wheels from rotating.
Always come to a complete stop before
shifting into this position.
WARNING
- Automatic
transaxle
Before leaving the driver’s seat,
always make sure the shift lever is
in the P (PARK) position; then set
the parking brake fully and shut the
engine off. Unexpected and sudden
vehicle movement can occur if
these precautions are not followed
in the order identified.
WARNING
Shifting into P (Park) while the
vehicle is in motion will cause the
drive wheels to lock which will
cause you to lose control of the
vehicle.
Do not use the P (Park) position in place of the parking brake.
Always make sure the shift lever
is latched in the P (Park) position
so that it cannot be moved unless
the lock release button is pushed
in, AND set the parking brake
fully.
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R (reverse)Use this position to drive the vehicle
backward.✽ ✽NOTICEAlways come to a complete stop before
shifting into or out of R (Reverse); you
may damage the transaxle if you shift
into R while the vehicle is in motion,
except as explained in “Rocking the
Vehicle”, in this manual.
N (neutral)With the gearshift in the N position, the
wheels and transaxle are not locked. The
vehicle will roll freely even on the slight-
est incline unless the parking brake or
service brakes are applied.D (drive)This is the normal forward driving posi-
tion. The transaxle will automatically shift
through a 5-gear sequence, providing the
best fuel economy and power.
For extra power when passing another
vehicle or climbing grades, depress the
accelerator fully, at which time the
transaxle will automatically downshift to
the next lower gear.✽ ✽NOTICEAlways come to a complete stop before
shifting into D (Drive).
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Before leaving the driver’s seat,
always make sure the shift lever
is in the P (PARK) position. Set
the parking brake fully, shut the
engine off and take the key with
you. Unexpected and sudden
vehicle movement can occur if
you do not follow these precau-
tions in the order specified.
Never leave a child unattended in a vehicle.
CAUTION
The transaxle may be damaged ifyou shift into P (Park) while thevehicle is in motion.
WARNING
Always apply the brake pedal when
you stop the vehicle on an inclined
road with the shift lever in the D
(Drive) position. Do NOT rely on the
engine and transaxle to prevent the
vehicle from rolling down the hill.
Before attempting to backup on an
inclined road, always apply the
brake pedal before moving the shift
lever to the R (Reverse) position.