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D210000BEND210100AHM Map lamp
Push the lens to turn the map lamp on or
off. This light produces a spot beam for
convenient use as a map lamp at night or
as a personal lamp for the driver and the
front passenger.D210200AHM-EE Room lamp
DOOR: The light comes on when any
door (or tailgate) is opened
regardless of the ignition switch
position. When doors are
unlocked by the transmitter (or
smart key), the light comes on
for approximately 30 seconds
as long as any door is not
opened. The light goes out
gradually after approximately30 seconds if the door is
closed. However, if the ignition
switch is ON or all doors are
locked, the light will turn off
immediately.
INTERIOR LIGHT
CAUTION
Do not use the interior lights for
extended periods when the engineis not running.
It may cause battery discharge.
OHM048077OHM048079
WARNING
Do not use the interior lights when
driving in the dark. Accidents could
happen because the view may be
obscured by interior lights.
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For improving the effectiveness of the
cool box, do as follows;
1. Set the temperature to the hot
(extreme right) position for warm air or
to the cold (extreme left) position for
cool air.
Turn on the air conditioning system forcooler air.
2. Set the fan speed to the highest (extreme right) position.
3. Set the mode to the face ( ) posi- tion.
✽✽ NOTICE
If some items in the cool box block the
vent, the warming or cooling effective-
ness of the cool box is reduceD270200BEN
Glove box
The glove box can be locked and
unlocked with a master key.
To open the glove box, pull the handle
and the glove box will automatically
open. Close the glove box after use. D270300CHM Sunglass holder
To open the sunglass holder, press the
cover and the holder will slowly open.
Place your sunglasses with the lenses
facing out. To close the sunglass holder,
push it up.
OHM048127OHM048126
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury in an
accident or sudden stop, always
keep the glove box door closedwhile driving.
WARNING
Do not put the perishable food in
the cool box because it may not be
able to maintain the necessary con-sistent temperature to keep the
food fresh.
CAUTION
Do not keep food in the glove box for a long time.
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If you use devices such as a USB hub you purchased separately,the vehicle’s audio system maynot recognize the USB device.
Connect the USB device directly to the multimedia terminal of thevehicle.
If the USB device is divided by logical drives, only the music fileson the highest-priority drive arerecognized by the vehicle’s audio.
Devices such as MP3 Player/ Cellular phone/Digital camera,
those are not recognizable bystandard USB I/F (IMPLE-MENTERS FORUM) can be unrec- ognizable.
USB devices other than standard- ized goods (METAL COVER TYPEUSB) can be unrecognizable.
USB flash memory reader (such as CF, SD, microSD, etc.) or exter-
nal-HDD type devices can beunrecognizable.
Music files protected by DRM(DIGITAL RIGHTS MANAGE-MENT) are not recognizable.
(Continued)(Continued) The data in the USB memory may get lost while using this AUDIO. Itis recommended to back up impor-tant data.
Please avoid using USB memory products which can be used askey chains or cellular phoneaccessories as they could cause
damage to the USB jack. Pleasemake sure only to use plug typeconnector products as shown below.
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If the USB device is divided by logical drives, only the music fileson the highest-priority drive arerecognized by car audio.
Devices such as MP3 Player/ Cellular phone/Digital camera canbe unrecognizable by standardUSB I/F can be unrecognizable.
Some non-standard USB devices (METAL COVER TYPE USB) can beunrecognizable.
Some USB flash memory readers (such as CF, SD, microSD, etc.) orexternal-HDD type devices can be unrecognizable.
Music files protected by DRM (DIGITAL RIGHTS MANAGEMENT)are not recognizable.
The data in the USB memory may be lost while using this audio.
Always back up important data ona personal storage device.
(Continued)(Continued) Please avoid using USB memory products which can be used askey chains or cellular phone
accessories as they could causedamage to the USB jack. Pleasemake certain only to use plug type
connector products as shownbelow.
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Before driving / 5-3
Key positions / 5-4
ENGINE START/STOP button / 5-6
Starting the engine / 5-8
Automatic transmission / 5-12
Four wheel drive (4WD) / 5-18
Brake system / 5-28
Locking differential / 5-40
Air leveling system / 5-41
Cruise control system / 5-44
Economical operation / 5-48
Special driving conditions / 5-50
Winter driving / 5-54
Trailer Towing / 5-58
Vehicle weight / 5-66
Driving your vehicle
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E030100AHM
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
E030201AUN
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.
OEN056001OUN036002
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.
KEY POSITIONS (IF EQUIPPED)
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E030202AHM
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.
E030203AUN
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.
E030204APB
START
Turn the ignition switch to the START
position to start the engine. The engine
will crank until you release the key; then
it returns to the ON position. The brake
warning light can be checked in this posi-tion. E030205AHM
WARNING - Ignition
switch
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 is not a substitute for the parking
brake. Before leaving the driver’s
seat, always make sure the shift
lever is engaged in P (Park), set the
parking brake fully and shut the
engine off. Unexpected and sud-
den vehicle movement may occurif these precautions are not taken.
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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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Illuminated ENGINE START/STOP
button E030100AHM
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 E030701AHM
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
changed 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 (IF EQUIPPED)
OHM058001
CAUTION
You are able to turn off the engine (START/RUN) or vehicle power (ON), only when the vehicle is not in
motion. In an emergency situationwhile the vehicle is in motion, you are able to turn the engine off and to theACC position by pressing the ENGINE
START/STOP button for more than 2 seconds or 3 times successively within 3 seconds. If the vehicle is stillmoving, you can restart the engine
without depressing the brake pedalby pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button with the shift lever in the N(Neutral) position.
Not illuminated