2015 KIA Cerato Esc

Maintenance
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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 is
less 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. The ABS works by comparing the
speed of the wheels. Tire size can
affect wheel speed. When replacing
tires, all 4 tires must use the same
size originally supplied with the vehi-
cle. Using tires of a different size can
cause the ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) and ESC (Electronic
Stability Control) (if equipped) to
work irregularly.
Compact spare tire replacement
A compact spare tire has a shorter
tread life than a regular size tire.
Replace it when you can see the
tread wear indicator bars on the tire.
The replacement compact spare tire
should be the same size and design
tire as the one provided with your
new vehicle and should be mounted
on the same compact spare tire
wheel. The compact spare tire is not
designed to be mounted on a regular
size wheel, and the compact spare
tire wheel is not designed for mount-
ing a regular size tire.
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Maintenance
Wheel replacement
When replacing the metal wheels for
any reason, make sure the new
wheels are equivalent to the original
factory units in diameter, rim width
and offset.
A wheel that is not the correct size
may adversely affect wheel and
bearing life, braking and stopping
abilities, handling characteristics,
ground clearance, body-to-tire clear-
ance, snow chain clearance,
speedometer and odometer calibra-
tion, headlight aim and bumper
height.
Tire traction
Tire traction can be reduced if you
drive on worn tires, tires that are
improperly inflated or on slippery
road surfaces. Tires should be
replaced when tread wear indicators
appear. Slow down whenever there
is rain, snow or ice on the road, to
reduce the possibility of losing con-
trol of the vehicle.
Tire maintenance
In addition to proper inflation, correct
wheel alignment helps to decrease
tire wear. If you find a tire is worn
unevenly, have your dealer check the
wheel alignment.
When you have new tires installed,
make sure they are balanced. This
will increase vehicle ride comfort and
tire life. Additionally, a tire should
always be rebalanced if it is removed
from the wheel.
Tire sidewall labeling
This information identifies and
describes the fundamental charac-
teristics of the tire and also provides
the tire identification number (TIN)
for safety standard certification. The
TIN can be used to identify the tire in
case of a recall.
1. Manufacturer or brand name
Manufacturer or Brand name is
shown.
CAUTION - Wheel
Wheels that do not meet Kia'sspecifications may fit poorlyand result in damage to thevehicle or unusual handling andpoor vehicle control.
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Maintenance
Fuse/relay panel description
Inside the fuse/relay panel covers,
you can find the fuse/relay label
describing fuse/relay name and
capacity.
✽ ✽NOTICE
Not all fuse panel descriptions in
this manual may be applicable to
your vehicle. It is accurate at the
time of printing. When you inspect
the fuse panel in your vehicle, refer
to the fuse panel label.
OYDNMC5014
OYDDMC2012

Maintenance
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Engine compartment fuse
panel
✽ ✽
NOTICE
Not all fuse panel descriptions in
this manual may be applicable to
your vehicle. It is accurate at the
time of printing. When you inspect
the fuse panel in your vehicle, refer
to the fuse panel label.
OYDNMC5015
OYDDMC2013

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Maintenance
Engine room
(Battery terminal cover)
✽ ✽NOTICE
Not all fuse panel descriptions in
this manual may be applicable to
your vehicle. It is accurate at the
time of printing. When you inspect
the fuse panel in your vehicle, refer
to the fuse panel label.
OYDNMC2048
OYDNMC2059

Maintenance
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Engine compartment fuse panel
Fuse Name Fuse rating Circuit Protected
MULTI FUSE MDPS 80A MDPS Unit
B+1 60A Smart Junction Box (ARISU-LT IPS 1 (4CH), Fuse - MODULE 6, MODULE 7, P/WDW LH,
P/WDW RH, TRUNK)
ABS 1 40A ESC Module
C/FAN 40A C/Fan 1 Relay, C/Fan 2 Relay
RR HTD 40A RR HTD Relay
BLOWER 40A Blower Relay
GSL PTC 60A GSL PTC Relay
B+2 60A Smart Junction Box (ARISU-LT IPS 3 (4CH), ARISU-LT IPS 4 (4CH), IPS 5 (2CH), Fuse - PDM
1, P/SEAT DRV BRAKE SWITCH, S/HEATER RR)
FUSE B/UP LAMP 10A
A/T : Electro Chromic Mirror, Audio, A/V & Navigation Head Unit, Rear Combination Lamp (In)
LH/RH Smart Junction Box (IPS Control Module), M/T : Back-Up Lamp Switch
TCU 1 15A Transaxle Range Switch, Vehicle Speed Sensor, Oil Pump Inverter, E/R Fuse & Relay Box
(Fuse - B/UP LAMP )
ABS 3 10A ESC Module, Yaw Rate Sensor
ECU 3 10A ECM/PCM
A/CON
SWITCH 10A A/C Control Module, Blower Motor, Blower Relay, ECM/PCM, Blower Resistor
WIPER 10A ECM/PCM, Wiper Motor, E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Wiper Relay) B+3 50A Smart Junction Box (Leak Current Autocut Device, Fuse - PDM 2, DR LOCK, SUNROOF)
EMS 40A EMS Box (Engine Control Relay, Fuse -ECU 4, A/CON, F/PUMP)
ISG
INVERTER 50A Oil Pump Inverter
DEICER 15A ICM Relay Box (Front Deicer Relay)
F/PUMP 20A F/Pump Relay

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Fuse Name Fuse ratingCircuit Protected
FUSE STOP LAMP 15A Stop Signal Electronic Module
S/HEATER FRT 20A Driver CCS Control Module, Passenger Seat Warmer Module
HORN 15A Horn Relay, ICM Relay Box (Burglar Alarm Horn Relay)
ECU 5 15A G4NC : ECM/PCM
IG 2 40A W/O Smart Key : Ignition Switch, Start Relay,
With Smart Key : PDM 4 (IG2) Relay, Start 1 Relay
ABS 2 40A ESC Module IG 1 40A W/O Smart Key : Ignition Switch, With Smart Key : PDM 3 (IG1) Relay, PDM 2 (ACC) Relay

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Maintenance
Keep your vehicle clean
The best way to prevent corrosion is
to keep your vehicle clean and free
of corrosive materials. Attention to
the underside of the vehicle is partic-
ularly important.
If you live in a high-corrosion area— where road salts are used, near
the ocean, areas with industrial
pollution, acid rain, etc.—, you
should take extra care to prevent
corrosion. In winter, hose off the
underside of your vehicle at least
once a month and be sure to clean
the underside thoroughly when
winter is over.
vehicle, give particular attention to
the components under the fenders
and other areas that are hidden
from view. Do a thorough job; just
dampening the accumulated mud
rather than washing it away will
accelerate corrosion rather than
prevent it. Water under high pres-
sure and steam are particularly
effective in removing accumulated
mud and corrosive materials. When cleaning lower door panels,
rocker panels and frame mem-
bers, be sure that drain holes are
kept open so that moisture can
escape and not be trapped inside
to accelerate corrosion.
Keep your garage dry
Don't park your vehicle in a damp,
poorly ventilated garage. This cre-
ates a favorable environment for cor-
rosion. This is particularly true if you
wash your vehicle in the garage or
drive it into the garage when it is still
wet or covered with snow, ice or
mud. Even a heated garage can con-
tribute to corrosion unless it is well
ventilated so moisture is dispersed. Keep paint and trim in good condi-
tion
Scratches or chips in the finish
should be covered with "touch-up"
paint as soon as possible to reduce
the possibility of corrosion. If bare
metal is showing through, the atten-
tion of a qualified body and paint
shop is recommended.
Bird droppings : Bird droppings are
highly corrosive and may damage
painted surfaces in just a few hours.
Always remove bird droppings as
soon as possible.
Don't neglect the interior
Moisture can collect under the floor
mats and carpeting and cause corro-
sion. Check under the mats periodi-
cally to be sure the carpeting is dry.
Use particular care if you carry fertil-
izers, cleaning materials or chemi-
cals in the car.
These should be carried only in
proper containers and any spills or
leaks should be cleaned up, flushed
with clean water and thoroughly
dried.