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Center console storage
To open the center console storage, push
the lever and then lift up the cover.Sliding armrest (if equipped)
To move forward
Grab the front portion of the armrest (1)
then pull it forward
To move rearward
Push the armrest rearward with your palm.
STORAGE COMPARTMENT
WARNING
- Flammable
materials
Do not store cigarette lighters,
propane cylinders, or other flamma-
ble/explosive materials in the vehi-
cle. These items may catch fire
and/or explode if the vehicle is
exposed to hot temperatures for
extended periods.
CAUTION
To avoid possible theft, do not leave valuables in the storage
compartment.
Always keep the storage com- partment covers closed whiledriving. Do not attempt to place
so many items in the storage compartment that the storagecompartment cover can not closesecurely.
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WARNING
Do not grab the front portion of the
armrest (1) when moving the arm-
rest rearward. It may pinch your fin-
gers.
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Cigarette lighter (if equipped)
For the cigarette lighter to work, the igni-
tion switch must be in the ACC positionor the ON position.
To use the cigarette lighter:
Push the lighter all the way into the socket.When the element has heated, the lighter will pop out to the "ready" position.
We recommend that you use parts for
replacement from an authorized Kia
dealer. Ashtray (if equipped)
To use the ashtray, open the cover. (Type B)
To clean or empty the ashtray, pull it out.
INTERIOR FEATURES
OJD042134
CAUTION
The use of plug-in accessories
(shavers, hand-held vacuums, and coffee pots, etc.) may damage the
socket or cause electrical failure.
WARNING
Holding the lighter in after it is heated will cause it to overheat.
If the lighter does not pop out within 30 seconds, remove it to
prevent overheating.
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■Type A
■Type B
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Cup holderCups or small beverage cans may be
placed in the cup holders.
Type B
To use the cup holder, open the cover.
WARNING- Hot liquids
Do not place uncovered cups of hot liquid in the cup holder while
the vehicle is in motion. If the hot
liquid spills, you may burn your-
self. Such a burn to the driver
could lead to loss of control of
the vehicle.
To reduce the risk of personal injury in the event of sudden stop
or collision, do not place uncov-
ered or unsecured bottles, glass-
es, cans, etc., in the cup holder
while the vehicle is in motion.
WARNING
Keep cans and bottles out of direct
sunlight. Placing them in a hot vehi-
cle can cause them to explode.
WARNING - Ashtray use
Do not use the vehicle’s ashtray as a waste receptacle.
Putting lit cigarettes or matches in an ashtray with other com-
bustible materials may cause a
fire.
CAUTION
When cleaning spilled liquid, do not
dry the cup holder at high tempera-tures. This may damage the chrome
part of the cup holder.
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OJD042138
■ Front
Type A
Type B
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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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■ Type A
■Type B
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■ Rear, 5Door (if equipped)
■Rear, wagon (if equipped)
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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CAUTION
Operating the device while driv-ing could lead to accidents due to
a lack of attention to external sur- roundings. First park the vehiclebefore operating the device.
Adjust the volume to levels that allow the driver to hear soundsfrom outside of the vehicle. Driving in a state where external sounds cannot be heard may lead
to accidents.
Pay attention to the volume set- ting when turning the device on.A sudden output of extreme vol-
ume upon turning the device oncould lead to hearing impairment. (Adjust the volume to a suitablelevels before turning off the
device.)
If you want to change the position of device installation, pleaseinquire with your place of pur-chase or service maintenance
center. Technical expertise isrequired to install or disassemble the device.
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WARNING
Do not stare at the screen whiledriving. Staring at the screen for
prolonged periods of time couldlead to traffic accidents.
Do not disassemble, assemble, or modify the audio system. Such
acts could result in accidents, fire, or electric shock.
Using the phone while driving may lead to a lack of attention of trafficconditions and increase the likeli-
hood of accidents. Use the phone feature after parking thevehicle.
Heed caution not to spill water or introduce foreign objects into thedevice. Such acts could lead tosmoke, fire, or product malfunc-tion.
Please refrain from use if the screen is blank or no sound canbe heard as these signs may indi-cate product malfunction.Continued use in such conditions
could lead to accidents(fires,electric shock) or product mal-functions.
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(Continued) Do not touch the antenna during thunder or lightening as suchacts may lead to lightninginduced electric shock.
Do not stop or park in parking- restricted areas to operate theproduct. Such acts could lead to traffic accidents.
Use the system with the vehicle ignition turned on. Prolonged usewith the ignition turned off could result in battery discharge.
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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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Illuminated ignition switch
Whenever a front door is opened, the
ignition switch will be illuminated for your
convenience, provided the ignition switch
is not in the ON position. The light will go
off immediately when the ignition switch
is turned on or go off after about 30 sec-onds when the door is closed.KEY POSITIONS
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 judgement.Driving while under the influence of
drugs is as dangerous or more dan-
gerous than 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,
don’t drive. Do not ride with a driv-er who has been drinking or taking
drugs. Choose a designated driveror call a cab.WARNING
When you intend to park or stop the vehicle with the engine on, be careful not to depress the accel-
erator pedal for a long period of
time. It may overheat the engine
or exhaust system and cause fire.
When you make a sudden stop or turn the steering wheel rapidly,
loose objects may drop on the
floor and it could interfere with
the operation of the foot pedals,
possibly causing an accident.
Keep all things in the vehicle
safely stored.
If you do not focus on driving, it may cause an accident. Be care-
ful when operating what may dis-
turb driving such as audio or
heater. It is the responsibility of
the driver to always drive safely.
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ACC
ON
START
LOCK
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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, turnthe 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 battery
discharge.
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 thisposition.
WARNING - Ignition key
Never turn the ignition switch to LOCK or ACC while the vehicle is
moving. This would result in loss of
directional control and braking
function, which could cause anaccident.
The anti-theft steering column lock (if equipped) is not a substitute for
the parking brake. Before leaving
the driver’s seat, always make sure
the shift lever is engaged in 1 st
gear
for the manual transaxle or P (Park)
for the automatic transaxle, set the
parking brake fully and shut the
engine off. Unexpected and sud-
den vehicle movement may occur ifthese precautions are not taken.
Never reach for the ignition switch, or any other controls through the
steering wheel while the vehicle is
in motion. The presence of yourhand or arm in this area could
cause a loss of vehicle control, an
accident and serious bodily injuryor death.
Do not place any movable objects around the driver’s seat as they
may move while driving, interferewith the driver and lead to an acci-dent.
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