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BRAKE FLUID
Checking the brake fluid level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir
periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the
side of the reservoir.
Before removing the reservoir cap
and adding brake fluid, clean the
area around the reservoir cap thor-
oughly to prevent brake fluid contam-ination.
If the level is low, add fluid to the
MAX level. The level will fall with
accumulated mileage. This is a nor-mal condition associated with the
wear of the brake linings. If the fluid level is excessively low, werecommend that the system be
checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
Use only the specified brake fluid.
(Refer to “Recommended lubricantsor capacities” in section 8.)
Never mix different types of fluid.
WARNING - Brake fluid
When changing and adding
brake fluid, handle it carefully.Do not let it come in contact
with your eyes. If brake fluidshould come in contact with
your eyes, immediately flush
them with a large quantity of
fresh tap water. Have your eyes
examined by a doctor as soon
as possible.
WARNING - Loss of brake fluid
In the event the brake system
requires frequent additions of
fluid, we recommend that the
system be inspected by an
authorized Kia dealer.
CAUTION
Do not allow brake fluid to con- tact the vehicle's body paint, aspaint damage will result. Brake fluid, which has been exposedto open air for an extended timeshould never be used as itsquality cannot be guaranteed. It should be disposed of properly.Don't put in the wrong kind offluid. A few drops of mineral- based oil, such as engine oil, inyour brake system can damagebrake system parts.
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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 bal- ance
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.
S2BLA790
S2BLA790A
CBGQ0707A
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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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.
OEN076053
Tread wear indicator
WARNING - 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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Fuse NameSymbolFuse rastingCircuit Protected
AUDIO 210AA/V & Navigation Head Unit
MODULE 310A
A/C Control Module, Electro Chromic Mirror, Rear Seat Console Switch, Driver Haptic Control
Module, Rear CCS Control Module LH/RH, Driver/Passenger IMS Control Module,
Driver Power Seat Module, Rear Seat Warmer Control Module LH/RH,
Rear Smart Junction Box (IPS Control Module)
MODULE 210ASteering Tile & Telescopic Module, LDWS Camera Module, Crash Pad Switch, Stop Lamp Switch,
A/T Console Switch, Electric Parking Brake Switch, Console Switch, Smart Cruse Control Radar
SPARE10ASpare
WIPER10AAuto Light & Rain Sensor
MODULE 110ABCM, Trunk Lid Main Switch, Low Panel Switch
MEMORY 210AExternal Buzzer, Driver Smart Connector, Passenger Smart Connector
DRV HEAT15ADriver Haptic Control Module, Driver CCS Module
PASS HEAT15APassenger CCS Module
WINDOW LH30ARear Power Window Module LH, Rear Power Window Module RH
HEADREST15AActive Headrest Sensor
BCM10ABCM, Multifunction Switch, Driver/Passenger Power Seat Switch, Driver/Passenger Power Seat Switch, Rear Door Module LH/RH
EPB 115AElectric Parking Brake Module
P/HANDLE15ASteering Tilt & Telescopic Module
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Fuse NameSymbolFuse rastingCircuit Protected
MODULE 610ASmart Key Control Module, BCM
A/BAG15ADriver Seat Belt Pretensioner, Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner, SRS Control Module
A/BAG IND10AInstrument Cluster
IGN 120AE/R Fuse & Relay Box LH (FUSE : F20, F21, F23, F25, F26, F27)
MEMORY 110APassenger IMS Control Module, Driver/Passenger Door Module, Driver/Passenger Power Seat
Switch, Rear Door Module LH/RH, Power Trunk Module, Instrument Cluster, BCM,
Security Sensor, Analogue Clock, A/C Control Module, Head-Up Display
MULTI MEDIA10AExternal Buzzer, Driver/Passenger Smart Connector, Rear Monitor Module, Keyboard, A/V
Navigation Head Unit, Front Monitor, Rear Monitor LH/RH
ROOM LAMP10ARear Seat Foot Lamp LH/RH, Trunk Room Lamp LH/RH, Driver/Passenger Foot Lamp,
Room Lamp, Overhead Console Lamp, Front Vanity Lamp Switch LH/RH, Rear Vanity Lamp
Switch LH/RH, Garnish Lamp LH/RH, Garnish Center Lamp, Glove Box Lamp
MEMORY 310ARF Receiver
EPB 115AElectric Parking Brake Module
SPARE15ASpare
IGN 220AE/R Fuse & Relay Box LH (Fuse : F29, F30)
A/CON10AA/C Control Module, Ionizer, AQS Sensor, Incar Sensor, Metal Core Block (PCB #2) (Blower
Relay)
AFLS15AAdaptive Front Lighting Module, HEAD LAMP LH/RH
SPARE10ASpare
P/OUTLET FR15AFront Power Outlet
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Fuse NameSymbolFuse rastingCircuit Protected
Stop Lamp15AStop Signal Electronic Module
Brake SW10AStop Lamp Switch, Smart Key Control Module
AAF10ANot Used
Injector15ANot Used
SMK (IGN1)40AE/R Fuse & Relay Box LH (RLY.5)
ESP 140AESP Control Module
ALT200AE/R Fuse & Relay Box LH (Fuse : F9, F15, F16, F18, F19), Alternator
Cooling70AE/R Fuse & Relay Box LH (RLY.6)
SMK (IGN2)30AE/R Fuse & Relay Box LH (RLY.3)
ESP 240AESP Control Module
Diagnosis25AMultipurpose Check Connector
H/Lamp Washer25AE/R Fuse & Relay Box LH (RLY.7)
Battery 340ASmart Junction Box (Fuse : F5, F6, F8, F9, F10)
SMK (ACC)40AE/R Fuse & Relay Box LH (RLY.9)
TCU10AECM, Transmission Range Switch, Transmission Park Postilion Sensor & Switch
ESP 310ASteering Angle Sensor, ESP Control Module
B/UP Lamp 110AE/R Fuse & Relay Box LH (RLY.4)
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LIGHT BULBS
Use only the bulbs of the specified
wattage.
✽✽ NOTICE
After driving in heavy rain or wash-
ing the vehicle, headlight and tail-
light lenses could appear frosty. This
condition is caused by the tempera-
ture 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, we recom-
mend that the system be checked by
an authorized Kia dealer.WARNING - Working on
the lights
Prior to working on the light,
firmly apply the parking brake,
ensure that the ignition switchis turned to the LOCK position
and turn off the lights to avoid
sudden movement of the vehi-
cle and burning your fingers or
receiving an electric shock.
CAUTION
Be sure to replace the burned- out bulb with one of the samewattage rating. Otherwise, it may cause damage to the fuseor electric wiring system.
CAUTION
If you don’t have necessary tools, the correct bulbs andthe expertise, we recommend that you consult an authorizedKia dealer. In many cases, it isdifficult to replace vehicle light bulbs because otherparts of the vehicle must beremoved before you can get to the bulb. This is especially trueif you have to remove the head-light assembly to get to the bulb(s). Removing/installingthe headlight assembly canresult in damage to the vehicle.
Do not install additional bulb or LED. If you install that, thelamp may not be operatedproperly and fuse box or elec-tric wiring system may have problem.
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Exterior care
Exterior general caution
It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warningand caution statements that appearon the label.
Finish maintenance
Washing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish
from rust and deterioration, wash itthoroughly and frequently at least
once a month with lukewarm or cold
water.
If you use your vehicle for off-road
driving, 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 kept clear andclean.
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 beused.
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water.
Do not allow soap to dry on the fin-ish.
APPEARANCE CARECAUTION
Do not use strong soap, chem-
ical detergents or hot water,and do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight or when thebody of the vehicle is warm.
Be careful when washing the side windows of your vehicle.Especially, with high-pressure water, water may leak throughthe windows and wet the inte-rior.
parts and lamps, do not cleanwith chemical solvents orstrong 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 forwardspeed.