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Features of your vehicle
Power outletCAUTION
Use the power outlet onlywhen the engine is runningand remove the accessory plug after use. Using theaccessory plug for prolongedperiods of time with the engine off could cause thebattery to discharge.
Only use 12V electric acces- sories which are less than 10Ain electric capacity.
Adjust the air-conditioner or heater to the lowest operatinglevel when using the poweroutlet.
Close the cover when not in use.
Some electronic devices can cause electronic interferencewhen plugged into a vehicle’spower outlet. These devicesmay cause excessive audiostatic and malfunctions in other electronic systems ordevices used in your vehicle.
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The power outlet is designed to provide power for mobile telephones or
other devices designed to operate with vehicle electrical systems. The
devices should draw less than 10 amps with the engine running.
Audio system
54Aux, USB port
You can use an aux port to connect
audio devices and an USB port to
plug in an USB or iPod
®
.
✽✽ NOTICE
When using a portable audio device
connected to the power outlet, noise
may occur during playback. If this
happens, use the power source of the
portable audio device.
* iPod
®
is a trademark of Apple Inc. How vehicle radio works
FM reception
AM and FM radio signals are broad-
cast from transmitter towers located
around your city. They are intercept-
ed by the radio antenna on your vehi-
cle. This signal is then received by
the radio and sent to your vehicle
speakers.
When a strong radio signal has
reached your vehicle, the precise
engineering of your audio system
ensures the best possible quality
reproduction. However, in some
cases the signal coming to your vehi-
cle may not be strong and clear. This can be due to factors, such as
the distance from the radio station,
closeness of other strong radio sta-
tions or the presence of buildings,
bridges or other large obstructions inthe area.
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Audio system
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NOTICE - Usingthe USB
Devices
Connect the USB device after turning on the engine. The USB
device may become damaged if it
is already connected when the
ignition is turned on. The USB
device may not operate properly if
the car ignition is turned on or off
with the USB device connected.
Be careful for static electricity when connecting/disconnecting
USB devices.
Encoded MP3 Players will not be recognized when connected as an
external device.
When connecting an external USB device, the vehicle's audio system
may not recognize the USB
depending on what firmware is
used by USB device or what files
are on the USB.
Only products formatted with byte/sectors under 64Kbyte will be
recognized.
This device recognizes USB devices formatted in FAT 12/16/32
file formats. This device does not
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Some USB devices may not be sup-
ported due to compatibility issues.
Avoid contact between the USB connector and bodily parts or for-
eign objects.
Repeated connecting/disconnect- ing of USB devices within short
periods of time may result in prod-
uct malfunction.
A strange noise may occur when disconnecting the USB.
Make sure to connect/disconnect external USB devices with the
audio power turned off.
The amount of time required to recognize the USB device may dif-
fer depending on the type, size or
file formats stored on the USB.
Such differences in time are not
indications of malfunctions.
The vehicle audio system only sup- ports USB devices designed to
play music files.
USB images and videos are not supported. (Continued)(Continued)
Do not use the USB I/F to charge
batteries or USB accessories that
generate heat. Doing so may lead
to worsened performance or dam-
age to the audio system.
The audio system may not recog- nize the USB device if separately
purchased USB hubs and exten-
sion cables are being used.
Connect the USB device directly
with the USB port of the vehicle.
When using mass storage USB devices with separate logical
drives, only files saved to the root
drive can be played.
Files may not properly operate if application programs are installed
on the USBs.
The audio system may not operate normally if MP3 Players, cellular
phones, digital cameras, or other
electronic devices (USB devices
not recognized as portable disk
drives) are connected with the
audio system. (Continued)
Driving your vehicle
Before driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4• Before entering vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
key positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Engine start/stop button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Automatic transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21
Four wheel drive (4WD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-27
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-31
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-34
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-36
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-40
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-45
Locking differential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48
Air Leveling System (ALS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-49
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-49
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-50
Cruise Control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-53
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-55
cruise control on:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-56
do one of the following: . . 6-56
approximately 40 km/h (25 mph). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57
do one of the following:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57
Lane departure warning system (LDWS) . . . . . . 6-58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-60
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-61
if the vehicle leaves the lane, or may warn you even
if the vehicle does not leave the lane when: . . . . . . 6-61
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WARNING- ENGINE EXHAUST CAN BE DANGEROUS!
Engine exhaust fumes can be extremely dangerous. If, at any time, you smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle,
open the windows immediately.
• Do not inhale exhaust fumes. Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can cause unconsciousness and death
by asphyxiation.
The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the oil or for any other purpose.
If you hear a change in the sound of the exhaust or if you drive over something that strikes the underneath side
of the vehicle, we recommend that the system be checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
Letting the engine idle in your garage, even with the garage door open, is a hazardous practice. Never run the
engine in your garage any longer than it takes to start the engine and back the vehicle out.
If it is necessary to idle the engine for a prolonged period with people inside the vehicle, be sure to do so only in
an open area with the air intake set at "Fresh" and fan operating at one of the higher speeds so fresh air is drawn
into the interior.
If you must drive with the tailgate/trunk open because you are carrying objects that make this necessary:
1. Close all windows.
2. Open side vents.
3. Set the air intake control at "Fresh", the air flow control at "Floor" or "Face" and the fan at one of the higher speeds.
To assure proper operation of the ventilation system, be sure the ventilation air intakes located just in front of the
windshield are kept clear of snow, ice, leaves or other obstructions.
Driving your vehicle
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Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outside
mirror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up. Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil,
engine coolant, brake fluid, and
washer fluid should be checked on a
regular basis, with the exact interval
depending on the fluid. Further
details are provided in chapter 8,“Maintenance”.
Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all con-
trols are easily reached.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position.
Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning lightgoes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are
familiar with your vehicle and itsequipment.
BEFORE DRIVING
WARNING
Driving while distracted can
result in a loss of vehicle con-
trol, that may lead to an acci-
dent, severe personal injury,
and death. The driver’s primary
responsibility is in the safe and
legal operation of a vehicle, and
use of any handheld devices,
other equipment, or vehicle sys-
tems which take the driver’s
eyes, attention and focus away
from the safe operation of a
vehicle or which are not permis-
sible by law should never beused during operation of the
vehicle.
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Driving your vehicle
WARNING- Driving under
the influence of alcohol or drugs
Drinking and driving is danger-
ous. Drunk driving is the num-
ber one contributor to the high-
way death toll each year. Even asmall amount of alcohol will
affect your reflexes, percep-
tions and judgement. Drivingwhile under the influence of
drugs is as dangerous or more
dangerous than driving drunk.
You are much more likely to
have a serious accident if you
drink or take drugs and drive.
If you are drinking or taking
drugs, don’t drive. Do not ridewith a driver who has been drink-
ing or taking drugs. Choose adesignated driver or call a cab.WARNING
When you intend to park or stop the vehicle with the
engine on, be careful not todepress the accelerator pedal
for a long period of time. It may
overheat the engine or exhaust
system and cause fire.
When you make a sudden stop or turn the steering
wheel rapidly, loose objects
may drop on the floor and it
could interfere with the opera-
tion of the foot pedals, possi-
bly causing an accident. Keep
all things in the vehicle safelystored.
If you do not focus on driving, it may cause an accident. Becareful when operating what
may disturb driving such as
audio or heater. It is theresponsibility of the driver to
always drive safely.WARNING
All passengers must be proper-
ly belted whenever the vehicle
is moving. Refer to “Seat belts”
in chapter 3 for more informa-
tion on their proper use.
WARNING
Always check the surrounding
areas near your vehicle for peo-
ple, especially children, before
putting a vehicle into “D (Drive)”
or “R (Reverse)”.
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ON
The warning lights can be checked
before the engine is started. This is
the normal running position after the
engine is started.
Do not leave the ignition switch ON ifthe engine is not running to preventbattery discharge.
START
Turn the ignition key to the START
position to start the engine. The
engine will crank until you release
the key; then it returns to the ON
position. The brake warning lamp
can be checked in this position. Starting the engine
WARNING
- Ignition key
Never turn the ignition switch to LOCK or ACC while the vehi-
cle is moving. This would result
in loss of directional control
and braking function, whichcould cause an accident.
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The anti-theft steering columnlock (if equipped) is not a sub-
stitute for the parking brake.
Before leaving the driver’s seat,
always make sure the shift
lever is engaged in P (Park), set
the parking brake fully and shut
the engine off. Unexpected and
sudden vehicle movement mayoccur if these precautions arenot taken.
Never reach for the ignition switch, or any other controls
through the steering wheel
while the vehicle is in motion.
The presence of your hand orarm in this area could cause a
loss of vehicle control, an
accident and serious bodily
injury or death.
Do not place any movable objects around the driver’s
seat as they may move while
driving, interfere with the driv-er and lead to an accident.
WARNING
Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your
vehicle. Unsuitable shoes
(high heels, ski boots,etc.)
may interfere with your abilityto use the brake and accelera-tor pedal.
Do not start the vehicle with the accelerator pedal
depressed. The vehicle can
move and lead to an accident.
Wait until the engine rpm is nor- mal. The vehicle may suddenly
move if the brake padel isreleased when the rpm is high.