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What to do in an emergency
When towing your vehicle in an
emergency without wheel dollies :
1. Set the ignition switch in the ACCposition.
2. Place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral).
3. Release the parking brake.Removable towing hook
1. Remove the 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
fully secured.
4. Remove the towing hook and install the cover after use.
CAUTION- Towing gear
position
Failure to place the shift lever inN (Neutral) may cause internaldamage to the transaxle.
WARNING
If you tow the vehicle while the front wheels are touching the
ground, the vehicle motor may
generate electricity and the
motor components may be
damaged or a fire may occur.
When a vehicle fire occurs due to the battery, there is a
risk of a second fire. Contact
the fire department when tow-
ing the vehicle.
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Maintenance
3. Pull the suspected fuse straightout. Use the fuse puller provided
on the motor compartment fuse
panel cover.
4. Check the removed fuse; replace it if it is blown.
Spare fuses are provided in themotor compartment fuse panel.
5. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly
in the clips.
If it fits loosely, consult an authorized
Kia dealer.
If you do not have a spare, use a fuse of the same rating from a circuityou may not need for operating thevehicle, such as the power outletfuse.
If the headlights or other electrical
components do not work and the
fuses are OK, check the fuse panel
in the motor compartment. If a fuse is
blown, it must be replaced.
Fuse switch
Always, put the fuse switch at the ON
position.
If you move the switch to the OFF
position, some items such as audio
and digital clock must be reset and
transmitter (or smart key) may not
work properly.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
If you need to park your vehicle for
prolonged periods more than 1
month, move the transportation fuse
switch to the OFF position to pre-
vent the battery being discharged.
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