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Introduction
Your new Kia vehicle is designed to use
only unleaded fuel having a pump octane
number ((R+M)/2) of 87 (Research
Octane Number 91) or higher.
Your new vehicle is designed to obtain
maximum performance with UNLEADED
FUEL, as well as minimize exhaust emis-
sions and spark plug fouling.
Never add any fuel system cleaning
agents to the fuel tank other than what
has been specified. (Consult an author-
ized Kia dealer for details.)
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NOTICE
Tighten the cap until it clicks one time,
otherwise the fuel cap open warning
indicator will illuminate.
Gasoline containing alcohol and
methanol
Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and
ethanol (also known as grain alcohol),
and gasoline or gasohol containing
methanol (also known as wood alcohol)
are being marketed along with or instead
of leaded or unleaded gasoline.
Pursuant to EPA regulations, ethanol
may be used in your vehicle. Do not use
gasohol containing more than 10%
ethanol, and do not use gasoline or
gasohol containing any methanol.
Ethanol provides less energy than gaso-
line and it attracts water, and it is thus
likely to reduce your fuel efficiency and
could lower your MPG results. Methanol
may cause drivability problems and dam-
age to the fuel system. Discontinue using
gasohol of any kind if drivability problems
occur. Vehicle damage or drivability prob-
lems may not be covered by the manu-
facturer's warranty if they result from the
use of:
1. Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol.
2. Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol. "E85" fuel is an alternative fuel com-
prised of 85 percent ethanol and 15 per-
cent gasoline, and is manufactured
exclusively for use in Flexible Fuel
Vehicles. “E85” is not compatible with
your vehicle. Use of “E85” may result in
poor engine performance and damage to
your vehicle's engine and fuel system.
Kia recommends that customers do not
use fuel with an ethanol content exceed-
ing 10 percent.
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NOTICE
Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty
does not cover damage to the fuel system
or any performance problems caused by
the use of “E85” fuel.
Gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains harmful man-
ganese-based fuel additives such as
MMT (Methylcyclopentadi-enyl
Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Kia does not recommend the use of
gasoline containing MMT.
This type of fuel can reduce vehicle per-
formance and affect your emission con-
trol system.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the
cluster may come on.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
WARNING - Refueling
• Do not "top off" after the nozzle
automatically shuts off when
refueling.
Always check that the fuel cap is installed securely to prevent fuel
spillage in the event of an acci-
dent.
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Use of MTBE
Kia recommends avoiding fuels contain-
ing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)
over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7%
weight) in your vehicle.
Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0% vol.
(Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) may
reduce vehicle performance and produce
vapor lock or hard starting.
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NOTICE
Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty
may not cover damage to the fuel system
and any performance problems that are
caused by the use of fuels containing
methanol or fuels containing MTBE
(Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) over
15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7%
weight.)
Do not use methanol
Fuels containing methanol (wood alco-
hol) should not be used in your vehicle.
This type of fuel can reduce vehicle per-
formance and damage components of
the fuel system.
Fuel Additives
Kia recommends that you use good qual-
ity gasolines treated with detergent addi-
tives such as TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline, which help prevent deposit for-
mation in the engine. These gasolines
will help the engine run cleaner and
enhance performance of the Emission
Control System. For more information on
TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline, please
go to the website (www
.toptiergas.com).
For customers who do not use TOP Tier
Detergent Gasoline regularly, and have
problems starting or the engine does not
run smoothly, additives that you can buy
separately may be added to the gasoline.
If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not
available, one bottle of additive added to
the fuel tank at every 12,000 km or every
engine oil change is recommended.
Additives are available from your author-
ized Kia dealer along with information on
how to use them. Do not mix other addi-
tives.
Operation in foreign countries
If you are going to drive your vehicle in
another country, be sure to:
Observe all regulations regarding reg- istration and insurance.
Determine that acceptable fuel is avail- able. No special break-in period is needed. By
following a few simple precautions for the
first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to
the performance, economy and life of
your vehicle.
Do not race the engine.
While driving, keep your engine speed
(rpm, or revolutions per minute)
between 2,000 rpm and 4,000 rpm.
Do not maintain a single speed for long periods of time, either fast or slow.
Varying engine speed is needed to
properly break-in the engine.
Avoid hard stops, except in emergen- cies, to allow the brakes to seat prop-
erly.
Don't tow a trailer during the first 2,000 km (1,200 miles) of operation.
VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS
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Introduction
INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Seat belt warning light
High beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
ABS warning light
Parking brake & Brake fluid
warning light
Engine oil pressure warning light
ESC indicator
ESC OFF indicator
Malfunction indicator light
Air bag warning light
Immobilizer indicator
Low fuel level warning light* : if equipped
Charging system warning light
Tail light indicator
Trunk (tailgate) open ajar warn-
ing light
Front fog light indicator*
Electric power steering (EPS)
system warning light*Door ajar warning light
Shift pattern indicator*
Manual transaxle shift indicator* Key out warning light*
KEY
OUT
ECO indicator*ECO
Auto stop for ISG system
indicator*
❈ For more detailed explanations, refer to “Instrument cluster” in section 4. Low tire pressure telltale* /
TPMS malfunction indicator*
Cruise SET indicator*
Cruise control indicator*
CRUISE
Fuel cap open warning indicator
2
Interior overview / 2-2
Instrument panel overview / 2-3
Engine compartment / 2-4
Your vehicle at a glance
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Your vehicle at a glance
INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
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1. Instrument cluster.............................4-41
2. Horn .................................................4-37
3. Driver’s front air bag .........................3-41
4. Light control/Turn signals .................4-70
5. Wiper/Washer ...................................4-74
6. Ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button .................................5-4, 5-6
7. Hazard warning flasher switch ......4-70, 6-2
8. Audio ..............................................4-102
9. Climate control system .....................4-81
10. Shift lever ...............................5-12, 5-15
11. Steering wheel audio control........4-103
12. Passenger’s front air bag ...............3-41
13. Glove box .......................................4-92
14. Parking brake lever ........................5-22
15. Power outlet ...................................4-99
16. Cigarette lighter ..............................4-96
17. Seat warmer .....................................3-7
❈ The actual instrument panel in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
Your vehicle at a glance
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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* The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.1. Engine Coolant Reservoir ................7-26
2. Engine Oil Filler Cap ........................7-25
3. Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir ...........7-29
4. Air Cleaner .......................................7-31
5. Fuse Box ..........................................7-49
6. Negative Battery Terminal ................7-34
7. Positive Battery Terminal ..................7-34
8. Radiator Cap ....................................7-27
9. Engine Oil Dipstick ...........................7-25
10. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir..7-30
Safety features of your vehicle
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3
When an adult is seated in the front pas-
senger seat, if the PASSENGER AIR
BAG “OFF” indicator is on, turn the igni-
tion switch to the LOCK position and ask
the passenger to sit properly (sitting
upright with the seat back in an upright
position, centered on the seat cushion
with their seat belt on, legs comfortably
extended and their feet on the floor).
Restart the engine and have the person
remain in that position. This will allow the
system to detect the person and to
enable the passenger air bag. If the PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF” indi-
cator is still on, ask the passenger to
move to the rear seat.
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NOTICE
The PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF”
indicator illuminates for about 4 sec-
onds after the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position or after the engine is
started. If the front passenger seat is
occupied, the occupant detection sensor
will then classify the front passenger
after several more seconds.
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WARNING - “AIR BAG
OFF” light
Do not allow an adult passenger to
ride in the front seat when the PAS-
SENGER AIR BAG “OFF” indicator
is illuminated, because the air bag
will not deploy in the event of a
crash. The driver must instruct the
passenger to reposition himself in
the seat. Failure to properly posi-
tion yourself may lead to airbag
deactivation resulting in airbag
non-deployment and in a collision.
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG “OFF”
indicator remains illuminated after
the passenger repositions them-
selves properly and the car is
restarted, it is recommended that
passenger move to the rear seat
because the passenger's front air
bag will not deploy.
Features of your vehicle
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Record your key number
The key code number
is stamped on the key
code tag attached to
the key set. Should
you lose your keys,
this number will enable an authorized Kia
dealer to duplicate the keys easily.
Remove the key code tag and store it in
a safe place. Also, record the key code
number and keep it in a safe and handy
place, but not in the vehicle.
Key operations
Type A
Used to start the engine, lock and unlock
the doors.
Type B
To unfold the key, press the release but-
ton then the key will unfold automatically.
To fold the key, fold the key manually
while pressing the release button.
KEYS
■Type A
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■Type B
OFD047002-A/OED036001A
CAUTION - Key button operation
Do not fold the key without press-
ing the release button. This may damage the key.