
What to do in an emergency
Road warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Hazard warning flasher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
In case of an emergency whilst driving . . . . . . . . . 6-3 If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing . . . . . . 6-3
If you have a flat tyre whilst driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
If engine stalls whilst driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
If the engine will not start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 If engine doesn’t turn over or turns over slowly. . . . 6-4
If engine turns over normally but does not start . . . 6-4
Emergency starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Push-starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
If the engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
If you have a flat tyre (with spare tyre). . . . . . . . . 6-9 Jack and tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Removing and storing the spare tyre . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Changing tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Wheel nut tightening torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
Jack label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
EC Declaration of Conformity for Jack . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
If you have a flat tyre (with Tyre Mobility Kit) . . 6-19 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19
Components of the Tyre Mobility Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20
Using the Tyre Mobility Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21
Distributing the sealant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-22
Producing the tyre inflation pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-22 Notes on the safe use of the Tyre
Mobility Kit . . . . . . 6-23
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . 6-24 Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) malfunction indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26
Changing a tyre with TPMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-27
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29 Towing service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29
Removable towing hook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-30
Emergency towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-30
Emergency commodity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-33 Fire extinguisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-33
First aid kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-33
Triangle reflector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-33
Tyre pressure gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-33
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EMERGENCY STARTING
Connect cables in numerical order and
disconnect in reverse order. Jump starting
Jump starting can be dangerous if done
incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm to
yourself or damage to your vehicle or
battery, follow the jump starting proce-
dures. If in doubt, we strongly recom-
mend that you have a competent techni-
cian or towing service jump start your
vehicle.
CAUTION
Use only a 12-volt jumper system.
You can damage a 12-volt starting motor, ignition system, and otherelectrical parts beyond repair by
use of a 24-volt power supply (eithertwo 12-volt batteries in series or a 24-volt motor generator set).
WARNING - Battery
• Keep all flames or sparks away from the battery. The battery pro-
duces hydrogen gas which may
explode if exposed to flame orsparks.
If these instructions are not fol-
lowed exactly, serious personal
injury and damage to the vehicle
may occur! If you are not sure
how to follow this procedure,
seek qualified assistance.
Automobile batteries contain sul-
furic acid. This is poisonous and
highly corrosive. When jump
starting, wear protective glasses
and be careful not to get acid on
yourself, your clothing or on the
vehicle.
Do not attempt to jump start the vehicle if the discharged battery
is frozen or if the electrolyte level
is low; the battery may rupture or
explode.
Do not allow the (+) and (-) jumper cables to touch. It maycause sparks.
The battery may rupture or explode when you jump start with
a low or frozen battery.
WARNING - Battery
Never attempt to check the elec-
trolyte level of the battery as this
may cause the battery to rupture or
explode causing serious injury.
1VQA4001
Discharged battery
Jumper Cables
■
Engine compartment
Booster battery(-)
(+)
(+)(-)
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Distributing the sealant
Immediately drive approximately 3 km
(2 miles) to evenly distribute the
sealant in the tyre. Producing the tyre inflation pres- sure
1) After driving approximately 3 km (2
miles), stop at a suitable location.
2) Connect the filling hose 2 of the compressor (clip mounted side) directly and then connect the fillinghose 2 (opposite side) to the tyre
valve.
3) Connect between compressor and the vehicle power outlet using the
cable and connectors.
4) Adjust the tyre inflation pressure to 220 kPa (32 psi). With the ignition
switched on, proceed as follows.
- To increase the inflation pres- sure: Switch on the compressor,
position I. To check the current
inflation pressure setting, briefly
switch off the compressor. - To reduce the inflation pres-
sure: Press the button 8 on the
compressor.
WARNING
Do not let the compressor run for
more than 10 minutes, otherwise
the device will overheat and may
be damaged.
WARNING
The tyre inflation pressure must
be at least 220 kPa (32 psi). If it is
not, do not continue driving. Call
for road side service or towing.
CAUTION
Do not exceed a speed of 80 km/h (50 mph). If possible, donot fall below a speed of 20 km/h (12 mph).
Whilst driving, if you experienceany unusual vibration, ride dis-turbance or noise, reduce yourspeed and drive with caution until you can safely pull off ofthe side of the road.
Call for road side service or tow-ing.
CAUTION
If the inflation pressure is notmaintained, drive the vehicle asecond time, refer to Distributing the sealant. Then repeat steps 1to 4.
Use of the TyreMobilityKit maybe ineffectual for tyre damagelarger than approximately 4 mm (0.16 in).
We recommend that you contactthe nearest Kia A/S centre, or aworkshop that works accordingto Kia repair procedures with cor- respondingly trained personnel ifthe tyre cannot be made road-worthy with the TyreMobilityKit.
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What to do in an emergency
CAUTION
Do not tow the vehicle backwardswith the front wheels on the
ground as this may cause dam-age to the vehicle.
Do not tow with sling-type equip- ment. Use wheel lift or flatbedequipment.
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dolly
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Towing service
If emergency towing is necessary, we
recommend having it done by an autho-
rised Kia dealer or a commercial tow-
truck service. Proper lifting and towing
procedures are necessary to prevent
damage to the vehicle. The use of wheeldollies or flatbed is recommended.
For trailer towing guidelines information,
refer to “Trailer towing” in section 5.
It is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the
rear wheels on the ground (without dol-
lies) and the front wheels off the ground.
If any of the loaded wheels or suspen-sion components are damaged or the
vehicle is being towed with the front
wheels on the ground, use a towing dolly
under the front wheels.
When being towed by a commercial tow
truck and wheel dollies are not used, the
front of the vehicle should always be lift-
ed, not the rear.
✽✽ NOTICE
If the EPB does not release normally, we
recommend taking your vehicle to an
authorised Kia dealer by loading the
vehicle on a flatbed tow truck and have
the system checked.
TOWING
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CAUTION
Failure to place the transaxle shift
lever in N (Neutral) may cause inter-
nal damage to the transaxle.
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■ Rear (3 Door and 5 Door)
OJD062012
■Rear (wagon)
■ Front
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When towing your vehicle in an emer- gency without wheel dollies :
1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC posi-
tion.
2. Place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral).
3. Release the parking brake.
Removable towing hook (if equipped)
1. Open the tailgate/boot, and removethe towing hook from the tool case.
2. Remove the hole cover pressing the lower part of the cover on the front
bumper.
3. Install the towing hook by turning it clockwise into the hole until it is fullysecured.
4. Remove the towing hook and install the cover after use.
Emergency towing
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CAUTION
Attach a towing strap to the towhook.
Using a portion of the vehicle other than the tow hooks for tow-ing may damage the body of yourvehicle.
Use only a cable or chain specifi- cally intended for use in towingvehicles. Securely fasten thecable or chain to the towing hookprovided.WARNING
Use extreme caution when towing
the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving manoeuvres which would
place excessive stress on the
emergency towing hook and tow-
ing cable or chain. The hook and
towing cable or chain may break
and cause serious injury or dam-
age.
If the disabled vehicle is unable to be moved, do not forcibly con-
tinue the towing. We recommend
that you contact an authorised
Kia dealer or a commercial tow
truck service for assistance.
Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as possible.
Keep away from the vehicle dur- ing towing.
If towing is necessary, we recommend
you to have it done by an authorised
Kia dealer or a commercial tow truck
service.
If towing service is not available in an
emergency, your vehicle may be tem-
porarily towed using a cable or chain
secured to the emergency towing hook
under the front (or rear) of the vehicle.
Use extreme caution when towing the
vehicle. A driver must be in the vehicle to
steer it and operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done only
on hard-surfaced roads for a short dis-
tance and at low speed. Also, the wheels,
axles, power train, steering and brakes
must all be in good condition.
Do not use the towing hooks to pull a
vehicle out of mud, sand or other con-
ditions from which the vehicle cannot
be driven out under its own power.
Avoid towing a vehicle heavier than the vehicle doing the towing.
The drivers of both vehicles should com- municate with each other frequently. Before emergency towing, check that
the hook is not broken or damaged.
Fasten the towing cable or chain securely to the hook.
Do not jerk the hook. Apply steady and even force.
To avoid damaging the hook, do not pull from the side or at a vertical angle.
Always pull straight ahead.
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CAUTION - Automatic
transaxle / Double clutch transmission
If the car is being towed with all four wheels on the ground, it can
be towed only from the front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neu-tral. Be sure the steering isunlocked by placing the ignition
switch in the ACC position. Adriver must be in the towed vehi- cle to operate the steering and
brakes.
To avoid serious damage to the automatic transaxle, limit thevehicle speed to 15 km/h (10 mph) and drive less than 1.5 km (1 mile)
when towing.
Use a towing strap less than 5 m (16 feet) long. Attach a white or red cloth (about 30 cm (12 inches) wide) in the
middle of the strap for easy visibility.
Drive carefully so that the towing strap is not loosened during towing.
Emergency towing precautions
Turn the ignition switch to ACC so thesteering wheel isn’t locked.
Place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral).
Release the parking brake.
Depress the brake pedal with more force than normal since you will have
reduced brake performance.
More steering effort will be required because the power steering system
will be disabled.
If you are driving down a long hill, the brakes may overheat and brake per-
formance will be reduced. Stop often
and let the brakes cool off.
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SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
A : Repeated short distance driving
B : Extensive idling
C : Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or
salt spread roads
D : Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
E : Driving in sandy areas
F : More than 50 % driving in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 32 °C (90 °F) G : Driving in mountainous areas.
H : Towing a trailer or using a camper on roof rack
I : Driving for patrol car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle tow-
ing
J : Driving in very cold weather
K : Driving over 170 km/h (106 mile/h)
L : Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
MAINTENANCE ITEMMAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALSDRIVING
CONDITION
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIInspect more frequently depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Front suspension ball jointsIInspect more frequently depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Disc brakes and pads, calipers and rotorsIInspect more frequently depending on the conditionC, D, E, G, H
Parking brake (Hand type)IInspect more frequently depending on the conditionC, D, G, H
Drive shaft and bootsIInspect more frequently depending on the conditionC, D, E, F,
G, H, I, J, K
Climate control air filter RReplace more frequently depending on the conditionC, E, G
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