2011 KIA CADENZA brake

Maintenance
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Disc brake pads should be inspected
for wear whenever tires are rotated.
✽✽ NOTICE
Rotate radial tires that have an
asymmetric tread pattern only from
front to rear and not from right to
left.
Wheel alignment and tire balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the
factory to give you the longest tire life
and best overall performance.
In most cases, you will not need to
have your wheels aligned again.
However, if you notice unusual tire
wear or your vehicle pulling one way
or the other, the alignment may needto be reset.
If you notice your vehicle vibrating
when driving on a smooth road, your
wheels may need to be rebalanced.
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Without a spare tire
With a full-size spare tire (if equipped) Directional tires (if equipped)WARNING
Do not use the compact spare tire for tire rotation.
Do not mix bias ply and radial ply tires under any circum-
stances. This may cause
unusual handling characteris-tics that could result in death,
severe injury, or property
damage.
CAUTION
Improper wheel weights can
damage your vehicle's alu-minum wheels. Use onlyapproved wheel weights.

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Maintenance
Tire replacement
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear indicator will appear as a solid band
across the tread. This shows there isless than 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) of tread
left on the tire. Replace the tire when
this happens.
Do not wait for the band to appear
across the entire tread before replac-
ing the tire.
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Tread wear indicatorWARNING - Replacing
tires
To reduce the chance of serious
or fatal injuries from an acci-
dent caused by tire failure or
loss of vehicle control:
Replace tires that are worn, show uneven wear, or are
damaged. Worn tires can
cause loss of braking effec-
tiveness, steering control, andtraction.
Do not drive your vehicle with too little or too much pressure
in your tires. This can lead to
uneven wear and tire failure.
When replacing tires, never mix radial and bias-ply tires
on the same car. You must
replace all tires (including the
spare) if moving from radial to
bias-ply tires.
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Using tires and wheels otherthan the recommended sizes
could cause unusual handling
characteristics and poor vehi-
cle control, resulting in a seri-ous accident.
Wheels that do not meet KIA’s specifications may fit poorly
and result in damage to the
vehicle or unusual handling
and poor vehicle control.
The ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels. The
tire size affects wheel speed.
When replacing tires, all 4
tires must use the same size
originally supplied with the
vehicle. Using tires of a differ-
ent size can cause the
ABS(Anti-lock Brake System)
and ESP(Electronic Stability
Program) to work irregularly.

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Maintenance
LIGHT BULBS
Use only the bulbs of the specifiedwattage.
✽✽ NOTICE
After, driving in heavy rain or washing
the vehicle, headlight and taillight lenses
could appear frosty. This condition is
caused by the temperature difference
between the lamp inside and outside.
This is similar to the condensation on
your windows inside your vehicle during
the rain and doesn’t indicate a problem
with your vehicle. If the water leaks into
the lamp bulb circuitry, have the vehicle
checked by an authorized KIA dealer.
Headlight, position light, turn sig-
nal light, front fog light bulbreplacement
(1) Headlight (High)
(2) Headlight (Low)
(3) Front turn signal light
(4) Front fog light
(5) Position light
WARNING - Working on
the lights
Prior to working on the light, firmly
apply the parking brake, ensure
that the ignition switch is turned tothe LOCK position and turn off the
lights to avoid sudden movement
of the vehicle and burning your fin-
gers or receiving an electric shock.
CAUTION
Be sure to replace the burned-out bulb with one of the same wattagerating. Otherwise, it may causedamage to the fuse or electricwiring system.
CAUTION
If you don’t have necessary tools,the correct bulbs and the expertise,
consult an authorized KIA dealer. Inmany cases, it is difficult to replacevehicle light bulbs because other parts of the vehicle must be
removed before you can get to thebulb. This is especially true if youhave to remove the headlight
assembly to get to the bulb(s).Removing/installing the headlightassembly can result in damage tothe vehicle.
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Maintenance
Exterior care
Exterior general caution
It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warning andcaution statements that appear on thelabel.
Finish maintenance
Washing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish from
rust and deterioration, wash it thoroughlyand frequently at least once a month with
lukewarm or cold water.
If you use your vehicle for off-road driv-
ing, you should wash it after each off-
road trip. Pay special attention to the
removal of any accumulation of salt, dirt,
mud, and other foreign materials. Make
sure the drain holes in the lower edges of
the doors and rocker panels are keptclear and clean.
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial pollution and similar deposits
can damage your vehicle’s finish if not
removed immediately.
Even prompt washing with plain water
may not completely remove all these
deposits. A mild soap, safe for use on
painted surfaces, may be used.
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water. Do
not allow soap to dry on the finish.
APPEARANCE CARECAUTION
Do not use strong soap, chemical
detergents or hot water, and do
not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight or when the body of thevehicle is warm.
Be careful when washing the side windows of your vehicle.Especially, with high-pressurewater, water may leak through the windows and wet the interior.
To prevent damage to the plastic parts, do not clean with chemicalsolvents or strong detergents.
WARNING - Wet brakes
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired,
dry the brakes by applying them
lightly while maintaining a slow for-
ward speed.

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Maintenance
Bright-metal maintenance
To remove road tar and insects, use atar remover, not a scraper or other
sharp object.
To protect the surfaces of bright-metal parts from corrosion, apply a coating of
wax or chrome preservative and rub to
a high luster.
During winter weather or in coastal areas, cover the bright metal parts with
a heavier coating of wax or preserva-
tive. If necessary, coat the parts with
non-corrosive petroleum jelly or other
protective compound.
Underbody maintenance
Corrosive materials used for ice and
snow removal and dust control may col-
lect on the underbody. If these materials
are not removed, accelerated rusting can
occur on underbody parts such as the
fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust
system, even though they have been
treated with rust protection.
Thoroughly flush the vehicle underbody
and wheel openings with lukewarm or
cold water once a month, after off-road
driving and at the end of each winter. Payspecial attention to these areas because
it is difficult to see all the mud and dirt. It
will do more harm than good to wet down
the road grime without removing it. The
lower edges of doors, rocker panels, and
frame members have drain holes that
should not be allowed to clog with dirt;
trapped water in these areas can cause
rusting.WARNING
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired,
dry the brakes by applying them
lightly while maintaining a slow for-
ward speed.

Specifications & Consumer information
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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
* 1
: Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
* 2
: Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel econ -
omy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure
in everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
* 3
: If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct
lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
Lubricant Volume Classification
Engine oil * 1
*2
(drain and refill) 5.2
l(5.49 US qt.) API Service SM *
3
,
ILSAC GF-4 or above
Automatic transaxle fuel 7.8
l(8.24 US qt.) MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV,
NOCA ATF SP-IV, KIA genuine ATF SP-IV
Power steering fluid 0.9
l(0.95 US qt.)
PSF-3
Coolant 8.4
l(8.88 US qt.) Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water
(Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
Brake fluid 0.7~0.8
l (0.74~0.85 US qt.)
FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel 70
l(18.49 US gal.)
Unleaded gasoline

Index
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Air bags··········································································3-31
Air bag warning label················································3-50
Air bag warning light ················································3-34
Curtain air bag···························································3-40
Driver's and passenger's front air bag ·······················3-37
Side impact air bag····················································3-39
Air cleaner ·····································································7-24
Alarm system ·································································4-12
Antenna (Glass) ···························································4-120
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ······································5-20
Appearance care·····························································7-63 Exterior care ······························································7-63
Interior care ·······························································7-68
Armrest ··········································································3-12
Ashtray ·········································································4-113
Audio system ·······························································4-120 Glass antenna ··························································4-120
Steering wheel audio control ··································4-121
Auto defogging system ················································4-110
Automatic climate control system ·································4-10 Air conditioning ······················································4-106
Automatic heating and air conditioning··················4-101
Manual heating and air conditioning ······················4-102
Automatic transaxle ·······················································5-13 Ignition key interlock system ····································5-16
Shift lock system ·······················································5-15
Sports mode·······························································5-14 Aux, USB and iPod ·····················································4-121
Base curb weight ···························································5-42
Battery············································································7-30
Battery replacement (Remote keyless entry) ···················4-8
Battery saver function ····················································4-76
Before driving ··································································5-3
Bottle holders, see cup holders ····································4-114
Brake system··································································5-18
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ··································5-20
Electronic stability program (ESP) ···························5-23
Parking brake·····························································5-19
Power brakes ·····························································5-18
Brake fluid ·····································································7-21
Bulb replacement ···························································7-55
Bulb wattage ····································································8-2
Button start/stop, see engine start/stop button ·················5-7
Capacities (Lubricants) ····················································8-4 Care Exterior care ······························································7-63
Interior care ·······························································7-68
Tire care·····································································7-33
Cargo weight ··································································5-42
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Easy access function (Driver seat memory system) ······4-35
Economical operation ····················································5-32
Electronic stability program (ESP)································5-23
Electric chromic mirror (ECM) ·····································4-39
Emergency fuel filler release ·········································4-29
Emergency starting ··························································6-5
Jump starting ·······························································6-5
Push starting ································································6-6
Emergency towing ·························································6-17
Emergency trunk safety release ·····································4-20
Emergency while driving ·················································6-3
Emergency commodity ··················································6-20
Emission control system ················································7-69 Crankcase emission control system ··························7-69
Evaporative emission control System ·······················7-69
Exhaust emission control system ······························7-70
Engine compartment ················································2-4, 7-2
Engine coolant ·······························································7-18
Engine number ·································································8-7
Engine oil ·······································································7-16
Engine overheats ······························································6-7
Engine start/stop button ···················································5-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge ································4-45
Engine will not start·························································6-4
Escort welcome, Welcome system ································4-89
Evaporative emission control System ····························7-69 Exhaust emission control system···································7-70
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ···············7-13
Exterior care···································································7-63
Flat tire ·············································································6-8
Changing tires ·····························································6-9
Compact spare tire ····················································6-14
Jack and tools ······························································6-8
Removing and storing the spare tire ···························6-9
Floor mat anchor··························································4-118Fluid Washer fluid ······························································7-23
Brake fluid ·································································7-21
Power steering fluid ··················································7-22
Folding switch (Outside rearview mirror) ·····················4-42
Front seat adjustment - manual ·······································3-6
Front seat adjustment - power ·········································3-4
Fuel filler lid ··································································4-27 Emergency fuel filler release ····································4-29
Fuel gauge······································································4-46
Fuel requirements ····························································1-2
Fuses ··············································································7-43 Fuse/relay panel description······································7-47
Instrument panel fuse ················································7-44
Multi fuse ··································································7-46
Memory fuse ·····························································7-45
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