2016 KIA Rio warning

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Features of your vehicle
Windshield washers
In the OFF position, pull the lever gently
toward you to spray washer fluid on the
windshield and to run the wipers 1-3
cycles.
Use this function when the windshield is
dirty.
The spray and wiper operation will con-
tinue until you release the lever. If the
washer does not work, check the washer
fluid level.
If the fluid level is not sufficient, you will
need to add appropriate non-abrasive
windshield washer fluid to the washer
reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in the
front of the engine compartment on the
passenger side.CAUTION - Washer pump
To prevent possible damage to thewasher pump, do not operate thewasher when the fluid reservoir is empty.
WARNING- Obscured visibility
Do not use the washer in freezing
temperatures without first warming
the windshield with the defrosters;
the washer solution could freeze on
the windshield and obscure your
vision.
CAUTION - Wiper position
When washing the vehicle, set the
wiper switch in the off position tostop the auto wiper operation.
The wiper may operate and be dam-aged if the switch is set in the AUTOmode while washing the vehicle.

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Features of your vehicle
Do not use the interior lights for extended
periods when the engine is not running.
It may cause battery discharge.
Map lamp (if equipped)
1. Push the lens to turn the light on or off.
2. DOOR : The light comes on or goesoff when a door is opened or
closed.
3. OFF (Door switch is not pressed) :
The light stays off at all times even when
a door is opened.
When the light is turned on with the lens
pressed, the light is not turned off even
with the switch in the OFF position.
Room lamp
1. ON : The light stays on at all times.
2. DOOR : The light comes on or off when a door is opened or
closed.
3. OFF : The light stays off at all times even when a door is opened.
Do not leave the switch in the ON posi-
tion for an extended period of time when
the vehicle is not running.
INTERIOR LIGHT
WARNING - Interior light
Do not use the interior lights when
driving in the dark. The glare from
the interior lights may obstruct
your view and cause an accident.
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Features of your vehicle
Fan speed control
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position for fan operation.
The fan speed control knob allows you to
control the fan speed of the air flowing
from the ventilation system. To change
the fan speed, turn the knob to the right
for higher speed or left for lower speed.
To turn off the blowers
To turn off the blowers, turn the fan
speed control knob to the “0” position.
WARNING - Recirculatedair
Continuous use of the climate con-
trol system in the recirculated air
position can cause drowsiness or
sleepiness, and loss of vehicle con-
trol. Set the air intake control to the
outside (fresh) air position as much
as possible while driving.
WARNING- Reduced visi- bility
Continuous use of the climate con-
trol system in the recirculated air
position may allow humidity to
increase inside the vehicle which
may fog the glass and obscure vis-
ibility.
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Features of your vehicle
Checking the amount of air con-
ditioner refrigerant and compres-
sor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is low,
the performance of the air conditioning is
reduced. Overfilling also has a negative
influence on the air conditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation is
found, have the system inspected by an
authorized Kia dealer.The air conditioning system should be
serviced by an authorized Kia dealer.
CAUTION - AC Repair
It is important that the correct typeand amount of oil and refrigerant isused, otherwise damage to thevehicle may occur. To prevent dam-age, the air conditioning system inyour vehicle should only be serv- iced by trained and certified techni-cians.
WARNING - AC Repair
The oil and refrigerant in your vehi-
cle’s air conditioning system is
under very high pressure. If proper
service procedures are not followed
an explosion may result. To reduce
the risk of serious injury or death,
the air conditioning system in your
vehicle should only be serviced by
trained and certified technicians.

Features of your vehicle
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4
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NOTICE
Prolonged operation of the heater in the
recirculated air position (without air
conditioning selected) may cause fogging
of the windshield and side windows and
the air within the passenger compart-
ment may become stale.
In addition, prolonged use of the air con-
ditioning with the recirculated air posi-
tion selected will result in excessively dry
air in the passenger compartment.
Fan speed control
The fan speed can be set to the desired
speed by operating the fan speed control
knob.
The higher the fan speed is, the more air
is delivered.
Pressing the OFF button turns off the
fan.
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WARNING- Reduced visi-
bility
Continued use of the climate con-
trol system in the recirculated air
position may allow humidity to
increase inside the vehicle which
may fog the glass and obscure vis-
ibility.
WARNING- Sleeping withAC on
Do not sleep in a vehicle with the
air conditioning or heating system
on as this may cause serious harm
or death due to a drop in the oxy-
gen level and/or body temperature.
WARNING- Recirculatedair
Continued use of the climate con-
trol system in the recirculated air
position can cause drowsiness or
sleepiness, and loss of vehicle con-
trol. Set the air intake control to the
outside (fresh) air position as much
as possible while driving.

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4
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NOTICE
• Replace the filter according to the
Maintenance Schedule.
If the vehicle is being driven in severe
conditions such as dusty or rough
roads, more frequent air conditioner
filter inspections and changes are
required.
• When the air flow rate suddenly decreases, we recommend that the
system be checked by an authorized
Kia dealer.
Checking the amount of air con-
ditioner refrigerant and compres-
sor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is low,
the performance of the air conditioning is
reduced. Overfilling also has a negative
impact on the air conditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation is
found, we recommend that the system be
inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
It is important that the correct type and
amount of oil and refrigerant is used.
Otherwise, damage to the compressor
and abnormal system operation may
occur.
WARNING
The air conditioning system should
be serviced by an authorized Kia
dealer.
Improper service may cause seri-
ous injury to the person performing
the service.

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WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING
For maximum defrosting, set the tem-perature 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 position.
Before driving, clear all snow and ice from the windshield, rear window, out-
side rear view mirrors, and all side win-
dows.
Clear all snow and ice from the hood and air inlet in the cowl grill to improve
heater and defroster efficiency and to
reduce the probability of fogging up
the inside of the windshield.
Manual climate control system
To defog inside windshield
1. Select any fan speed except “0” posi- tion.
2. Select desired temperature.
3. Select the or position.
4. The outside (fresh) air will be selected automatically.
If the outside (fresh) air position is not
selected automatically, press the corre-
sponding button manually.
WARNING - Windshield heating
Do not use the or position
during cooling operation in
extremely humid weather. The dif-
ference between the temperature of
the outside air and the windshield
could cause the outer surface of
the windshield 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 a lower
speed.
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4
These compartments can be used to
store small items.
To avoid possible theft, do not leave valu-
ables in the storage compartment.
Always keep the storage compartment
covers closed while driving. Do not
attempt to place so many items in the
storage compartment that the storage
compartment cover can not close
securely.
Center console storage
(if equipped)
To open the center console storage, pull
up the lever.
Glove box
To open the glove box, pull the handle
and the glove box will automatically
open. Close the glove box after use.
Always keep the glove box closed while
the vehicle is in operation.
STORAGE COMPARTMENT
WARNING- Flammable
materials
Do not store, propane cylinders, or
other flammable/explosive materi-
als in the vehicle. These items may
catch fire and/or explode if the
vehicle is exposed to hot tempera-
tures for extended periods.
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