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Air conditioning system operation tips
If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows for a short time to let the hot
air inside the vehicle escape.
Use air conditioning to reduce humidi- ty and moisture inside the vehicle on
rainy or humid days.
During air conditioning system opera- tion, you may occasionally notice aslight change in engine speed as the
air conditioning compressor cycles.
This is a normal system operation
characteristic.
Use the air conditioning system every month only for a few minutes to ensure
maximum system performance. When using the air conditioning sys-
tem, you may notice clear water drip-
ping (or even puddling) on the ground
under the passenger side of the vehi-
cle. This is a normal system operation
characteristic.
Operating the air conditioning system in the recirculated air position provides
maximum cooling, however, continual
operation in this mode may cause the
air inside the vehicle to become stale.
During cooling operation, you may occasionally notice a misty air flow
because of rapid cooling and humid air
intake. This is a normal system opera-
tion characteristic. Climate control air filter The climate control air filter installed
behind the glove box filters the dust or
other pollutants that come into the vehi-cle from the outside through the heating
and air conditioning system. If dust or
other pollutants accumulate in the filter
over a period of time, the air flow from the
air vents may decrease, resulting in
moisture accumulation on the inside of
the windshield even when the outside
(fresh) air position is selected. If this hap-
pens, we recommend that the climate
control air filter be replaced by an author-
ized Kia dealer.
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Outside air
Recirculatedair
Climate control air filter Blower
Evaporatorcore Heater core
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✽✽NOTICE
Close the vanity mirror cover securely
and return the sunvisor to its original
position after use.
❈ To learn how to use the vanity mirror
lamp, refer to "Interior light" in this sec- tion.
CAUTION - Vanity mirror
lamp (if equipped)
Always have the switch in the off position when the vanity mirror lamp is not in use. If the sunvisor isclosed without the lamp off, it maydischarge the battery or damage
the sunvisor.
WARNING
For your safety, do not obstruct your
vision when using the sunvisor.
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Power outlet
The power outlet is designed to provide power for mobile telephones or other
devices designed to operate with vehicle electrical systems. The devices should
draw less than 10 amps with the engine running.
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Aux, USB and iPod
You can use an aux port to connect audio
devices and an USB port to plug in an
USB and also an iPod port to plug in an
iPod.
✽✽
NOTICE
When using a portable audio device
connected to the power outlet, noise may
occur during playback. If this happens,
use the power source of the portableaudio device.
❈ iPod ®
is a trademark of Apple Inc. Clothes hanger
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CAUTION
Do not hang heavy clothes, since
those may damage the hook.
Be careful when opening and clos- ing the doors. Clothes, etc. mayget caught between the door gap.
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WARNING
Do not put a finger or a foreign ele-
ment (pin, etc.) into a power outlet
and do not touch with a wet hand.
You may get electrocuted or fire
may occur.
CAUTION
Use power outlet only when the engine is running and remove the
accessory plug after use. Usingthe accessory plug for prolongedperiods of time with the engine off could cause the battery to dis-
charge.
Only use 12V electric accessories which are less than 10A in elec-tric capacity.
Adjust the air-conditioner or heater to the lowest operatinglevel when using the power outlet.
Close the cover when not in use. Some electronic devices can cause electronic interference
when plugged into a vehicle’spower outlet. These devices maycause excessive audio static and malfunctions in other electronic
systems or devices used in yourvehicle.
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How car audio works
AM and FM radio signals are broadcast
from transmitter towers located around your
city. They are intercepted by the radio anten-
na on your car. This signal is then received
by the radio and sent to your car speakers.
When a strong radio signal has reached
your vehicle, the precise engineering of
your audio system ensures the best pos-
sible quality reproduction. However, in
some cases the signal coming to your
vehicle may not be strong and clear. This
can be due to factors such as the dis-
tance from the radio station, closeness of
other strong radio stations or the pres-
ence of buildings, bridges or other large
obstructions in the area.AM broadcasts can be received at
greater distances than FM broadcasts.
This is because AM radio waves are
transmitted at low frequencies. These
long, low frequency radio waves can fol-
low the curvature of the earth rather than
travelling straight out into the atmos-
phere. In addition, they curve around
obstructions so that they can provide bet-
ter signal coverage.
FM broadcasts are transmitted at high
frequencies and do not bend to follow the
earth's surface. Because of this, FM
broadcasts generally begin to fade at
short distances from the station. Also,
FM signals are easily affected by build-
ings, mountains, or other obstructions.
These can result in certain listening con-
ditions which might lead you to believe a
problem exists with your radio. The fol-
lowing conditions are normal and do not
indicate radio trouble:
JBM001JBM002JBM003
FM reception AM reception FM radio station
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USING YOUR USB DEVICE
To use an external USB device,
make sure the device is not connect-
ed when starting up the vehicle.
Connect the device after starting up.
If you start the engine when the USB device is connected, it may damage
the USB device. (USB flashdrives
are very sensitive to electric shock.)
If the engine is started up or turned off while the external USB device is
connected, the external USB device
may not work.
It may not play inauthentic MP3 or WMA files.
1) It can only play MP3 files with the compression rate between
8Kbps~320Kbps.
2) It can only play WMA music files with the compression rate
between 8Kbps~320Kbps.
Take precautions for static electricity when connecting or disconnecting the
external USB device.
An encrypted MP3 PLAYER is not recognizable. Depending on the condition of the
external USB device, the connected
external USB device can be unrec-
ognizable.
When the formatted byte/sector set- ting of External USB device is noteither 512BYTE or 2048BYTE, then
the device will not be recognized.
Use only a USB device formatted to FAT 12/16/32.
USB devices without USB I/F authentica-
tion may not be recognizable.
Make sure the USB connection termi- nal does not come in contact with the
human body or other objects.
If you repeatedly connect or discon- nect the USB device in a short peri-
od of time, it may break the device.
You may hear a strange noise when connecting or disconnecting a USB
device.
If you disconnect the external USB device during playback in USB mode,
the external USB device can be dam-
aged or may malfunction. Therefore,
disconnect the external USB device
when the audio is turned off or in
another mode. (e.g, Radio, CD)
Depending on the type and capacity ofthe external USB device or the type of
the files stored in the device, there is a
difference in the time taken for recogni-
tion of the device.
Do not use the USB device for purposes other than playing music files.
Playing videos through the USB is not supported.
Use of USB accessories such as rechargers or heaters using USB I/F
may lower performance or cause
trouble.
If you use devices such as a USB hub purchased separately, the vehi-
cle’s audio system may not recog-
nize the USB device. In that case,
connect the USB device directly to
the multimedia terminal of the vehi-
cle.
If the USB device is divided by logi- cal drives, only the music files on the
highest-priority drive are recognized
by car audio.
Devices such as MP3 Player/ Cellular phone/Digital camera can be
unrecognizable by standard USB I/F
can be unrecognizable.
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Audio CD Audio CD
Track Audio CD song order
Reading Media Reading Media
Not supported Not supported file format
Empty iPod Empty iPod, iPod don't have
playable data
Communication ErrorCommunication error between
audio and iPod or usb
Delete Delete the paired phone or files
in MY MUSIC
Del.All Delete all files
Del.Sel Select files to delete
Return Return menu
List List files or paired phones
Select Files Select Files
Memory is full, Memory is full, Delete
files
Over 6000 files. can Over 6000 files. can not be
copied
Over 1000 same files Over 1000 same files can not
be copied
System will automatiSystem will automatically
switchoff after 1 hour with igni-
tion off
Battery discharge Battery discharge
Start the engine
Setup Setup
Display Setup display mode
Mode Pop up This function is used to select
popup menu on or off
Scroll text This function is used to display characters longer than the LCD
text displays
Song Info Setup display information being
played
Folder/File Display Folder/file name, file
currently being played
Album/Artist/Song Display Album/Artist/Song
name, file currently being played
Sound Setup sound mode
Audio Settings Setup Audio settings that con- sist BASS,Middle,Treble,Fader
and Balance
PowerBass This function is used to improve
bass sound quality
Speed Dependent Vol.Automatically adjust the volume
according to the car speed
Volume Dialogue Adjust volume level of Dialogue Bass Bass is sound of low frequency.
It can be adjusted sound by
user
Middle Middle is sound of middle fre- quency. It can be adjusted
sound by user
Treble
Treble is sound of high frequency. It
can be adjusted sound by user
cally switchoff after 1 hour with ignition off
Delete files not be copied
can not be copied
Start the engine
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Driving your vehicle
WARNING- ENGINE EXHAUST CAN BE DANGEROUS!
Engine exhaust fumes can be extremely dangerous. If, at any time, you smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle, open the win-
dows immediately.
• Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can cause unconsciousness and death by asphyxia- tion.
Be sure the exhaust system does not leak. The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the oil or for any other purpose. If you hear
a change in the sound of the exhaust or if you drive over something that strikes the underneath side of the vehicle, we rec-
ommend that the system be checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
Do not run the engine in an enclosed area. Letting the engine idle in your garage, even with the garage door open, is a hazardous practice. Never run the engine in your
garage any longer than it takes to start the engine and back the vehicle out.
Avoid idling the engine for prolonged periods with people inside the vehicle. If it is necessary to idle the engine for a prolonged period with people inside the vehicle, be sure to do so only in an open a rea
with the air intake set at "Fresh" and fan operating at one of the higher speeds so fresh air is drawn into the interior.
If you must drive with the tailgate/trunk open because you are carrying objects that make this necessary:
1. Close all windows.
2. Open side vents.
3. Set the air intake control at "Fresh", the air flow control at "Floor" or "Face" and the fan at one of the higher speeds.
To assure proper operation of the ventilation system, be sure the ventilation air intakes located just in front of the windshield are
kept clear of snow, ice, leaves or other obstructions.
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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, espe-
cially children, before putting a vehi-
cle into “D (Drive)” or “R (Reverse)”.
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result
in a loss of vehicle control, that
may lead to an accident, severe
personal injury, and death. The dri-
ver’s primary responsibility is in
the safe and legal operation of a
vehicle, and use of any handheld
devices, other equipment, or vehi-
cle systems which take the driver’s
eyes, attention and focus away
from the safe operation of a vehicle
or which are not permissible by law
should never be used during oper-
ation of the vehicle.
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