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Checking the amount of air
conditioner refrigerant and
compressor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is
low, the performance of the air con-
ditioning is reduced. Overfilling also
has a negative impact on the air con-
ditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation is
found, have the system inspected by
an authorized K900 Kia dealer.
Air Conditioning refrigerant
label
❈The actual Air Conditioning refrigerant
label in the vehicle may differ from the
illustration.
Each symbols and specification on
air conditioning refrigerant label
means as below ;
1. Classification of refrigerant
2. Amount of refrigerant
3. Classification of Compressor lubri- cant
Refer to chapter 8 for more detail
location of air conditioning refrigerant
label.
OXM063009
■
Example
The oil and refriger-
ant in your vehicle's
air conditioning sys-
tem is under very
high pressure. If
proper service procedures are
not followed an explosion may
result. To reduce the risk of seri-
ous injury or death, the air con-
ditioning system in your vehicle
should only be serviced by
trained and certified techni-
cians.
WARNING
It is important that the correct
type and amount of oil and
refrigerant is used, otherwise
damage to the vehicle may
occur. To prevent damage, the
air conditioning system in your
vehicle should only be serviced
by trained and certified techni-
cians.
CAUTION
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For maximum defrosting, set thetemperature control to the extreme
right/hot position and the fan speed
control to the highest speed.
If warm air to the floor is desired while defrosting or defogging, set
the mode to the floor-defrost posi-
tion.
Before driving, clear all snow and ice from the windshield, rear win-
dow, outside rear view mirrors, and
all side windows.
Clear all snow and ice from the hood and air inlet in the cowl grill to
improve heater and defroster effi-
ciency and to reduce the probabili-
ty of fogging up the inside of the
windshield. To defog inside windshield
1.Set the fan speed to the desiredposition.
2.Select desired temperature.
3.Press the defrost button ( ).
4.The air conditioning will be turned on according to the detected ambi-
ent temperature and outside (fresh)
air position will be selected auto-
matically.
OKH045225N
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING
Windshield heating
Do not use the or posi-
tion during cooling operation in
extremely humid weather. The
difference between the temper-
ature of the outside air and that
of the windshield could cause
the outer surface of the wind-
shield to fog up, causing loss of
visibility. In this case, set the
mode selection knob or button
to the position and fan
speed control knob or button to
the lower speed.
WARNING
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These compartments can be used to
store small items required by the
driver or passengers.
✽NOTICE
• To avoid possible theft, do not
leave valuables in the storage com-
partments.
• Always keep the storage compart- ment covers closed while driving.
Do not attempt to place so many
items in the storage compartment
that the storage compartment
cover cannot close securely.
Center console storage ■ Ty p e A
To open the center console storage,
pull up the lever.
■ Type B(if equipped)
To open the center console storage,
press the button.
STORAGE COMPARTMENTS
OKH043231N
Flammable materials
Do not store cigarette lighters,
propane cylinders, or other
flammable/explosive materials
in the vehicle. These items may
catch fire and/or explode if the
vehicle is exposed to hot tem-
peratures for extended periods.
WARNING
OKH045600N
■ Type A
■Type B
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Rear seat storage
To open the rear seat storage, pull up
the lever.
Glove box
The glove box can be locked and
unlocked with the mechanical key of
the smartkey (1).
To open the glove box, push the but-
ton (2) and the glove box will auto-
matically open. Close the glove box
after use.
OKH043232NOKH043275N
Glove Box Door
To help reduce the risk of injury
in an accident or sudden stop,
always keep the glove box door
closed while driving.
WARNING
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Sunglass holder
To open the sunglass holder, press
the cover and the holder will slowly
open. Place your sunglasses with the
lenses facing out.
To close the sunglass holder push it
up.
Seatback pocket
The seatback pocket is provided on
the back of the front passenger’s and
driver’s seatbacks.
OKH033016N
Sunglass holder
Do not keep objects exceptsunglasses inside the sun-
glass holder. Heavier objects
can be thrown from the holder
in the event of a sudden stop
or an accident, possibly injur-
ing the passengers.
Do not open the sunglass holder while the vehicle is
moving. The rear view mirror
of the vehicle can be blocked
by an open sunglass holder.
Do not put the glasses forcibly into a sunglass holder
to prevent breakage or defor-
mation of glasses. It may
cause personal injury if you
try to open it forcibly when the
glasses are jammed in holder.
WARNING
OKH043233N
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Map pocket
The map pocket is provided on the
doors.
OKH043292N
Seatback pocket
Do not put heavy or sharp
objects in the seatback pocket.
An occupant could contact such
objects in a crash. Heavy objects
in the front passenger seatback
could also interfere with the air
bag sensing system.
WARNING
Be careful not to nip fingers
when using the pocket.
CAUTION
Be careful not to nip fingers
when using the pocket.
CAUTION
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Cup holder✽NOTICE
• When cleaning spilled liquids, do
not dry the cup holder at high
temperature. This may damage
the cup holder.
• Keep your drinks sealed while driving to prevent spilling your
drink. If liquid spills, it may get
into the vehicle’s electrical/elec-
tronic system and damage electri-
cal/ electronic parts.
Cups or small beverage cans may be
placed in the cup holders.
INTERIOR FEATURES
OKH043236N
OKH043237N
■Type A
■Type B
Hot liquids
Do not place uncovered cups of
hot liquid in the cup holder
while the vehicle is in motion. If
the hot liquid spills, you could
be burned. Such a burn to the
driver could lead to loss of con-
trol of the vehicle.
WARNING
Keep cans or bottles out of
direct sun light and do not put
them in a vehicle that is heated
up. It may explode.
WARNING
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The power outlets provide power for
mobile telephones or other devices
designed to operate with the vehi-
cle's electrical systems. These
devices should draw less than 10
amps while the engine is running.
Use the power outlet only when theengine is running and remove the
accessory plug after use. Using the
accessory plug for prolonged peri-
ods of time with the engine off
could cause the battery to dis-
charge.
Only use 12V electric accessories which are less than 10A in electric
capacity.
Adjust the air-conditioner or heater to the lowest operating level when
using the power outlet. Close the cover when not in use.
Some electronic devices can
cause electronic interference when
plugged into a vehicle’s power out-
let. These devices may cause
excessive audio static and mal-
functions in other electronic sys-
tems or devices used in your vehi-
cle.
Electric Shock
Do not put a finger or a foreign
element (pin, etc.) into a power
outlet and do not touch with a
wet hand. You may get an elec-
tric shock.
WARNING
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