Maintenance
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OWNER MAINTENANCE
The following lists are vehicle checks
and inspections that should be per-
formed by the owner or an author-
ized Kia dealer at the frequencies
indicated to help ensure safe,
dependable operation of your vehi-
cle.
Any adverse conditions should be
brought to the attention of your deal-
er as soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance Checks
are generally not covered by war-
ranties and you may be charged for
labor, parts and lubricants used.Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
Check the engine oil level.
Check the coolant level in coolantreservoir.
Check the windshield washer fluid level.
Look for low or under-inflated tires.
While operating your vehicle:
Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust or any smell of
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased steer-
ing effort or looseness in the steer-
ing wheel, or change in its straight-
ahead position.
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side
when traveling on smooth, level
road.
When stopping, listen and check for unusual sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel
or “hard-to-push” brake pedal.
If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transaxle occurs,
check the transaxle fluid level.
Check the automatic transaxle P (Park) function.
Check the parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
WARNING - Hot coolant
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot
coolant and steam may blow
out under pressure.
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At least monthly:
Check the coolant level in theengine coolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flash-
ers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
Check the radiator, heater and air conditioning hoses for leaks or
damage.
Check the windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean
the wiper blades with clean cloth
dampened with washer fluid.
Check the headlight alignment.
Check the muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts.
At least once a year :
Clean the body and door drainholes.
Lubricate the door hinges and check the hood hinges.
Lubricate the door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate the door rubber weather- strips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Check the power steering fluid level.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean the battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level.
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FUSES
A vehicle’s electrical system is pro-
tected from electrical overload dam-
age by fuses.
This vehicle has 2 fuse panels, one
located in the driver’s side panel bol-
ster, the other in the engine compart-
ment near the battery.
If any of your vehicle’s lights, acces-
sories, or controls do not work, check
the appropriate circuit fuse. If a fuse
has blown, the element inside the
fuse will melt.
If the electrical system does not
work, first check the driver’s side
fuse panel.
Before replacing a blown fuse, dis-
connect the negative battery cable.
Always replace a blown fuse with
one of the same rating.
If the replacement fuse blows, this
indicates an electrical problem. Avoid
using the system involved and imme-
diately consult an authorized Kia
dealer.
Three kinds of fuses are used: blade
type for lower amperage rating, car-tridge type, and multi fuse for higheramperage ratings.
WARNING - Fuse replace-
ment
Never replace a fuse with any- thing but another fuse of the
same rating.
A higher capacity fuse could cause damage and possibly a
fire.
Never install a wire or alu- minum foil instead of the
proper fuse - even as a tem-
porary repair. It may cause
extensive wiring damage and
a possible fire.
CAUTION - Fuse replace-
ment
Do not use a screwdriver or anyother metal object to removefuses because it may cause ashort circuit and damage thesystem.
OLM079051N
Normal
Normal
Blade type
Cartridge type
Multi fuse
Main fuse Blown
Blown
Normal Blown
Normal Blown
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Maintenance
LIGHT BULBS
Use only the bulbs of the specifiedwattage.
If you don’t have necessary tools, the
correct bulbs and the expertise, con-
sult an authorized Kia dealer. In
many cases, it is difficult to replace
vehicle light bulbs because other
parts of the vehicle must be removed
before you can get to the bulb. This is
especially true if you have to remove
the headlight assembly to get to the
bulb(s). Removing/installing the
headlight assembly can result in
damage to the vehicle.Headlight, position light, turn
signal light, side marker light,
and front fog light bulb
replacementWARNING - Lights
Prior to working on the light,
firmly apply the parking brake,
ensure that the ignition switch
is turned to the “LOCK” position
and turn off the lights to avoid
burning your fingers or receiv-
ing an electric shock.
CAUTION - Light replacement
Be sure to replace the burned-out bulb with one of the samewattage rating. Otherwise, itmay cause damage to the fuseor electric wiring system.
OTFH074027N
OTFH074090N
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(1) Headlight (High)
(2) Headlight (Low)
(3) Side marker
(4) Front turn signal light
(and Front position light*)
(5) Front position light*
(6) Front fog light*
* : if equippedHeadlight bulbAlways handle them carefully, and
avoid scratches and abrasions. If the
bulbs are lit, avoid contact with liq-
uids. Never touch the glass with bare
hands. Residual oil may cause the
bulb to overheat and burst when lit. A
bulb should be operated only when
installed in a headlight.
If a bulb becomes damaged or
cracked, replace it immediately and
carefully dispose of it.
Wear eye protection when changing
a bulb. Allow the bulb to cool down
before handling it.
OHD076046
WARNING- Halogen
bulbs
Handle halogen bulbs with care.
Halogen bulbs contain pressur-
ized gas that will produce flying
pieces of glass if broken.
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Interior light bulb replacement
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,
gently pry the lens from the interi-
or light housing.
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Align the lens tabs with the interior light housing notches and snap
the lens into place.
WARNING
Prior to working on the Interior
Lights, ensure that the “OFF”
button is pressed to avoid burn-
ing your fingers or receiving an
electric shock.
CAUTION
Be careful not to dirty or dam-age lens, lens tab, and plastichousings.
■Type A
Front map lamp
OTFH074038N/OTF070039/OTF070040
Room lamp
■Type B
Vanity mirror lamp
Luggage room lamp
Glove box lamp OVG079040/OTF070041/OTF070042
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APPEARANCE CARE
Exterior care
Exterior general caution
It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warning
and caution statements that appear
on the label.
Finish maintenance
Washing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish
from rust and deterioration, wash it
thoroughly 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 and
clean.
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 be
used.
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water.
Do not allow soap to dry on the fin-
ish.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 forward
speed.
CAUTION - Headlight
Lens
To prevent damage, do not
clean headlight lens with chem-ical solvents or strong deter-gents.
Index
2I
Active ECO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-43\
Air bag warning label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-56
Air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37
Air bags. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 3-34Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
Air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37
SRS components and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-38
Occupant detection system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-40
Driver's and passenger's front air bag . . . . . . . . . . . 3-45
Side air bag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-48
Curtain air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-49
Inflation and non-inflation conditions . . . . . . . . . . 3-50
SRS Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-55
Air bag warning label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-56
Air cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-39\
Air ventilation seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Airconditioning system Automatic climatecontrol system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-102
Alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Antenna see the Glass antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-126
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
Appearance care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-87 Exterior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-87
Interior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-92
Armrest (rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Audio system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-126 Glass antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-126
Steering wheel audio controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-127
Aux, USB and iPod®port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-128
Auto defogging system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-117
Auto Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-\
27
Auto light position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-90
Automatic climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-102 Automatic heating and air conditioning. . . . . . . . . 4-103
Manual heating and air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . 4-104
Air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-110
Automatic transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12 Sports mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
Shift-lock override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
Aux, USB and iPod
®port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-128
Back-Up Warning System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-83 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-83
Non-operational conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-84
Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . 7-45
Battery saver function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-88
Before driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Blind spot detection system(BSD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-44 BSD (Blind Spot Detection)/LCA (Lane Change Assist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-45
RCTA (Rear cross traffic alert) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-47
Brake system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
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B