2009 KIA Sportage dashboard

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Main components of occupant
classification system A detection device located within
the front passenger seat cushion.
Electronic system to determine whether passenger air bag sys-
tems (both front and side) should
be activated or deactivated.
A warning light located on the instrument panel which illuminates
the words PASSENGER AIR BAG
“OFF” indicating the front passen-
ger air bag system is deactivated.
The instrument panel air bag warn- ing light is interconnected with the
occupant classification system. Always be sure that you and all vehi-
cle occupants are seated and
restrained properly (sitting upright
with the seat in an upright position,
centered on the seat cushion, with
the person’s legs comfortably
extended, feet on the floor, and wear-
ing the safety belt properly) for the
most effective protection by the air
bag and the safety belt.
The OCS may not function proper-
ly if the passenger takes actions
which can defeat the detection sys-
tem. These include:
(1) Failing to sit in an upright posi- tion.
(2) Leaning against the door or cen- ter console.
(3) Sitting towards the sides or the front of the seat.
(4) Putting legs on the dashboard or resting them on other locations
which reduce the passenger
weight on the front seat.
(5) Improperly wearing the safety belt.
(6) Reclining the seat back. The PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF”
indicator illuminates after the igni-
tion key is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion or after the engine is started. If
the front passenger’s seat is occu-
pied by very small person, the
PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF” indi-
cator will remain illuminated. If the
front passenger’s seat is occupied
by a person of adult size, the PAS-
SENGER AIR BAG “OFF” indicator
will turn off after 4 seconds.
If the front passenger's seat is unoccupied, the PASSENGER AIR
BAG “OFF” indicator will turn on,
and the front passenger's airbag
will not deploy in frontal crashes.
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF” indicator illuminates, the
front passenger’s airbag will not
deploy in frontal crashes.
If the front passenger’s seat is occupied by a person of adult size,
the PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF”
indicator is not illuminated and the
front passenger’s airbag will deploy
in frontal crashes.

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NOTICE• If luggage or other objects are
placed on the front passenger's
seat or if the temperature of the
seat changes, the PASSENGER
AIR BAG “OFF” indicator may
blink. These conditions do not
indicate a problem.
• Do not put heavy objects on the front passenger’s seat. This may
cause the front passenger's airbag
to deploy in a frontal collision.
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Do not modify or replace the
front passenger’s seat. Don't
place or attach anything on
the front passenger’s seat.
This can adversely affect the
occupant classification sys-
tem.
Do not sit on sharp objects such as tools when occupying
the front passenger’s seat.
These can adversely affect the
occupant classification sys-
tem.
Do not install accessory seat covers on the front seats.
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- Place feet on the dashboard.
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INTERIOR CARE Interior general precautions Prevent caustic solutions such as
perfume and cosmetic oil from con-
tacting the dashboard because they
may cause damage or discoloration.
If they do contact the dashboard,
wipe them off immediately. See the
instructions that follow for the proper
way to clean vinyl.✽ ✽NOTICENever allow water or other liquids to
come in contact with electrical/elec-
tronic components inside the vehicle
as this may damage them.
Cleaning the upholstery and
interior trim Vinyl Remove dust and loose dirt from
vinyl with a whisk broom or vacuum
cleaner. Clean vinyl surfaces with a
vinyl cleaner.Fabric Remove dust and loose dirt from fab-
ric with a whisk broom or vacuum
cleaner. Clean with a mild soap solu-
tion recommended for upholstery or
carpets. Remove fresh spots imme-
diately with a fabric spot cleaner. If
fresh spots do not receive immediate
attention, the fabric can be stained
and its color can be affected. Also, its
fire-resistant properties can be
reduced if the material is not proper-
ly maintained.✽ ✽NOTICEUsing anything but recommended
cleaners and procedures may affect
the fabric’s appearance and fire-
resistant properties.
Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt
webbing Clean the belt webbing with any mild
soap solution recommended for
cleaning upholstery or carpet. Follow
the instructions provided with the
soap. Do not bleach or re-dye the
webbing because this may weaken
it.Cleaning the interior window
glass If the interior glass surfaces of the
vehicle become fogged (that is, cov-
ered with an oily, greasy or waxy
film), they should be cleaned with
glass cleaner. Follow the directions
on the glass cleaner container.✽ ✽NOTICEDo not scrape or scratch the inside
of the rear window. This may result
in damage to the rear window
defroster grid.