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Driving your vehicle
Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid
should be checked on a regular basis,
with the exact interval depending on the
fluid. Further details are provided in sec-
tion 7, “Maintenance”. Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all controls are
easily reached.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are famil-
iar with your vehicle and its equipment.
BEFORE DRIVING
WARNING
All passengers must be properly
belted whenever the vehicle is mov-
ing. Refer to “Seat belts” in section
3 for more information on their
proper use.
WARNING
Always check the surrounding
areas near your vehicle for people,
especially children, before putting a
car into D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
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.
WARNING - Driving under
the influence of alcohol or drugs
Drinking and driving is dangerous.
Drunk driving is the number one
contributor to the highway death
toll each year. Even a small amount
of alcohol will affect your reflexes,
perceptions and judgment. Drivingwhile under the influence of drugs
is as dangerous or more dangerousthan driving drunk.
You are much more likely to have a
serious accident if you drink or
take drugs and drive.
If you are drinking or taking drugs,
do not drive. Do not ride with a driv-er who has been drinking or taking
drugs. Choose a designated driveror call a cab.

Driving your vehicle
4
5
Illuminated ignition switch
Whenever a front door is opened, the
ignition switch will illuminate for your con-
venience, provided the ignition switch is
not in the ON position. The light will go off
immediately when the ignition switch is
turned on. It will also go off after about 30seconds when the door is closed. Ignition switch position
LOCK
The 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 towardthe LOCK position.
ACC (Accessory)
The steering wheel is unlocked and elec-
trical accessories are operative.
✽✽
NOTICE
If 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 the bat-tery from discharging.
KEY
OYF059017NOYF059016

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Driving your vehicle
Illuminated ENGINE START/STOP
button
Whenever the front door is opened, the
ENGINE START/STOP button will illumi-
nate for your convenience. The light willgo off after about 30 seconds when the
door is closed. It will also go off immedi-
ately when the theft-alarm system is
armed.ENGINE START/STOP button position
OFF
To turn off the engine (START/RUN posi-
tion) or vehicle power (ON position),
press the ENGINE START/STOP button
with the shift lever in the P (Park) posi-
tion. When you press the ENGINE
START/STOP button without the shift
lever in the P (Park) position, the
ENGINE START/STOP button will not
change to the OFF position but to the
ACC position.
Also, the steering wheel locks when the
ENGINE START/STOP button is in the
OFF position to protect you against theft.
It locks when the door is opened or when
you pull out the smart key from the smart
key holder.If the steering wheel is not locked prop-
erly when you open the driver's door, the
warning chime will sound. Try locking the
steering wheel again. If the problem is
not solved, have it checked by an author-
ized KIA dealer.
In addition, if the ENGINE START/STOP
button is in the OFF position after the dri-
ver's door is opened, the steering wheel
will not lock and the warning chime will
sound. In such a situation, close the door.
Then the steering wheel will lock and the
warning chime will stop.
✽✽
NOTICE
If the steering wheel doesn't unlock
properly, the ENGINE START/STOP
button will not work. Press the ENGINE
START/STOP button while turning the
steering wheel right and left to release
the tension.
ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON
OVG059005
Not illuminated

Maintenance
6
7
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICE
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.
Check the power steering fluid level.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level. Follow Normal Maintenance Schedule if
the vehicle is usually operated where
none of the following conditions apply. If
any of the following conditions apply, fol-
low Maintenance Under Severe Usage
Conditions.
Repeated short distance driving.
Driving in dusty conditions or sandy
areas.
Extensive use of brakes.
Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are being used.
Driving on rough or muddy roads.
Driving in mountainous areas.
Extended periods of idling or low speed operation.
Driving for a prolonged period in cold temperatures and/or extremely humid
climates.
More than 50% driving in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 32°C(90°F).
If your vehicle is operated under the
above conditions, you should inspect, replace or refill more frequently than thefollowing Normal Maintenance Schedule.
After the periods or distance shown inthe chart, continue to follow the pre-scribed maintenance intervals.

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Maintenance
DescriptionSymbolFuse ratingProtected component
MODULE 22
MODULE10A
ATM Shift Lever Illumination, Instrument Cluster, Multifunction Switch (Remote Control),
Tilt & Telescopic Module, Head Lamp Leveling Device Actuator LH/RH,
Auto Head Lamp Leveling Device Module, IMS Control Module,
Head Lamp Leveling Device Switch, Front CCS Switch, Front Seat Warmer Switch,
Driver/Passenger CCS Control Module, Driver/Passenger Seat Warmer Module
Rear Seat Warmer Module LH/RH, Rear Seat Warmer Switch,
Driver/Passenger Door Module, Electro Chromic Mirror, LDWS Camera Module,
Room Lamp (Deluxe Type)
A/BAG INDIND10AInstrument Cluster (Air Bag IND.)
MODULE 33
MODULE10AABS Control Module, ESP Control Module, ESP Off Switch, Yaw Rate Sensor,
Steering Angle Sensor
IG 1IG120AE/R Fuse & Relay Box (Fuse - F10, F11, F12)
SUNROOF20APanorama Sunroof
DR LOCK20ADriver Door Module
ECSECS15AICM Relay Box (Rear Fog Lamp Relay)
AUDIO 22 AUDIO10AAudio, Audio Monitor, Amp, Overhead Console Lamp Switch, PDM, Smart Key Control Module
POWER
OUTLET 22POWER
OUTLET15AConsole Power Outlet
POWER
OUTLET 11POWER
OUTLET15A(Not Used)

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Index
Center console storage ·················································4-111
Central door lock switch················································4-16
Changing tires ··································································6-9Chains
Tire chains ·································································5-39
Checking tire inflation pressure·····································7-34
Child restraint system ····················································3-25
Child-protector rear door lock ·······································4-18
Climate control system (Automatic) ···························4-100 Air conditioning ······················································4-106
Automatic heating and air conditioning··················4-101
Manual heating and air conditioning ······················4-102
Climate control system (Manual) ··································4-91
Air conditioning ························································4-96
Climate control air filter············································4-98
Heating and air conditioning ·····································4-92
Cigarette lighter ···························································4-113
Climate control air filter ······································4-98, 7-26
Clock (Digital) ·····························································4-116
Clothes hanger ·····························································4-118
Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ···············4-43
Compact spare tire ·························································6-14
Compact spare tire replacement ····································7-38
Control switch (Outside rearview mirror) ·····················4-41
Coolant ···········································································7-18
Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ··································7-18
Crankcase emission control system ·······························7-69
Cruise control system ····················································5-28 Cup holder ···································································4-114
Cushion extension ····························································3-6
Curtain air bag ·······························································3-40
Dashboard, see instrument cluster ·································4-43
Dashboard illumination, see instrument panel
illumination ·······························································4-44
Defogging logic (Windshield) ·····································4-109 Auto defogging system ···········································4-110
Defroster (Rear window) ···············································4-90
Digital clock·································································4-106
Dimensions ······································································8-2
Displays, see instrument cluster ····································4-43
Display illumination, see instrument panel illumination··4-44
Door locks······································································4-15 Central door lock switch ···········································4-16
Child-protector rear door lock ··································4-18
Drink holders, see cup holders ····································4-114
Driver position memory system·····································4-34 Easy access function ·················································4-35
Driver's air bag·······························································3-37
Driving at night ······························································5-35
Driving in flooded areas ················································5-36
Driving in the rain··························································5-36
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