What to do in an emergency
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Use a towing strap less than 5 m
(16 feet) long. Attach a white or red cloth (about 30 cm (12 inches)
wide) in the middle of the strap for
easy visibility.
Drive carefully so that the towing strap is not loosened during tow-ing.
Emergency towing precautions
Turn the ignition switch to ACC sothe steering wheel isn’t locked.
Place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral).
Release the parking bake.
Press the brake pedal with more force than normal since you will
have reduced brake performance.
More steering effort will be required because the power steer-
ing system will be disabled.
If you are driving down a long hill, the brakes may overheat and brake
performance will be reduced. Stop
often and let the brakes cool off.
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CAUTION - Automatic transaxle
If the car is being towed with all
four wheels on the ground, itcan be towed only from the front. Be sure that the transaxleis in neutral. Be sure the steer-ing is unlocked by placing the ignition switch in the ACC posi-tion. A driver must be in thetowed vehicle to operate the steering and brakes.
To avoid serious damage to the automatic transaxle, limitthe vehicle speed to 15 km/h(10 mph) and drive less than 1.5 km (1 mile) when towing.
Before towing, check the auto- matic transaxle for fluid leaksunder your vehicle. If the auto-matic transaxle fluid is leak- ing, flatbed equipment or atowing dolly must be used.
Maintenance
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OWNER MAINTENANCE
The following lists are vehicle checks and inspections that should be per-
formed at the frequencies indicated
to help ensure safe, dependable
operation of your vehicle.
If you have any question, we recom-
mend that you consult an authorized
Kia dealer.
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 the
coolant reservoir.
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, levelroad.
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
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot
coolant and steam may blow out
under pressure. This could cause
burns or other serious injury.
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Maintenance
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 checks, and 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 the automat- ic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean the battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level.
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Maintenance
Brake discs, pads, calipers
and rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear,
discs for run out and wear, and
calipers for fluid leakage.
For more information on checking
the pads or lining wear limit, we rec-
ommend to refer to the Kia web site. (https://www
.kia-hotline.com)
Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections
for looseness or damage. Retighten
to the specified torque. Steering gear box, linkage &
boots/lower arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine
off, check for excessive free-play in
the steering wheel.
Check the linkage for bends or dam-
age. Check the dust boots and ball
joints for deterioration, cracks, or dam-
age. Replace any damaged parts.
Power steering pump, belt and hoses
Check the power steering pump and
hoses for leakage and damage.
Replace any damaged or leaking
parts immediately. Inspect the power
steering belt (or drive belt) for evi-
dence of cuts, cracks, excessive
wear, oiliness and proper tension.
Replace or adjust it if necessary.Drive shafts and boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration, or
damage. Replace any damaged
parts and, if necessary, repack the
grease.
Air conditioning refrigerant (if equipped)
Check the air conditioning lines and
connections for leakage and dam-
age.
Maintenance
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Tire replacement
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear indicator (A) will appear as a solid
band across the tread. This showsthere is less than 1.6 mm (1/16 in.) of
tread left on the tire. Replace the tire
when this happens.
Do not wait for the band to appear
across the entire tread before replac-
ing the tire.✽✽
NOTICE
We recommend that when replacing
tires, use the same originally sup-
plied with the vehicles.
If not, that affects driving perform-
ance.
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CAUTION
When replacing the tires, recheck and tighten the wheelnuts after driving about 50km (31miles) and recheck after driv-ing about 1,000km (620miles). Ifthe steering wheel shakes or the vehicle vibrates while driving,the tire is out of balance. Alignthe tire balance. If the problemis not solved, we recommend that you contact an authorizedkia dealer.
WARNING - Replacing
tires
To reduce the chance of serious
or fatal injuries from an acci-
dent caused by tire failure or
loss of vehicle control:
Replace tires that are worn, show uneven wear, or are dam-
aged. Worn tires can cause
loss of braking effectiveness,
steering control, and traction.
Do not drive your vehicle with too little or too much pressure
in your tires. This can lead to
uneven wear and tire failure.
When replacing tires, never mix radial and bias-ply tires
on the same car. You must
replace all tires (including the
spare) if moving from radial to
bias-ply tires.
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Maintenance
Inner fuse panel (Instrument panel)
DescriptionFuse ratingProtected component
AUDIO15AAudio, A/V & Navigation Head Unit, MTS E-Call Module
MEMORY7.5A
Front/Rear A/C Control Module, Instrument Cluster(IND.), FAM, RAM,
Driver/Passenger Door Module, IMS Control Module, Tilt & Telescopic Module,
RF Receiver
IG2-17.5A
Front A/C Control Module, Multifunction Switch, Driver/Passenger Seat Warmer Module,
Rain Sensor, Around View Monitor, Smart Key Control Module,
Relay Block(Front/Rear Blower Relay), E/R Sub Block (COOLING FAN2 Relay,
Fuel Heater Relay), Driver/Passenger CCS Control Module
HEATED S/WHEEL15ASteering Wheel Heated
IG2-27.5ARear A/C Control Module, Driver/Passenger Door Module, FAM
OBD-II7.5AStart Stop Button Switch
ROOM7.5AHazard Switch, Map Lamp, Vanity Lamp Switch LH/RH,
Front/Rear A/C Control Module, Center Room Lamp, Rear Room Lamp
K/LOCK7.5ASport Mode Switch, Driver/Passenger Door Module, Ignition Key Interlock
ILLUMI7.5AIPM
RR S/WARMER20ARear Seat Warmer Relay
SEAT WARMER20ADriver Seat Warmer Module, Passenger Seat Warmer Module,
Driver / Passenger CCS Control Module
SUNROOF25ASunroof Module
TPMS7.5ATire Pressure Monitoring Module
S/TILT20ATilt & Telescopic Module
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Maintenance
Interior care
Interior general precautions
Prevent chemicals such as perfume, cosmetic oil, sun cream, hand clean-
er, and air freshener from contacting
the interior parts because they may
cause damage or discoloration. If
they do contact the interior parts,
wipe them off immediately. If neces-
sary, use a vinyle cleaner, see
instructions for correct usage.
Cleaning the upholstery and inte-rior trim
Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from
vinyl with a whisk broom or vacuum
cleaner. Clean vinyl surfaces with a
vinyl cleaner.
Fabric
Remove dust and loose dirt from fab-
ric with a whisk broom or vacuum
cleaner. Clean with a mild soap solu-
tion recommended for upholstery or
carpets. Remove fresh spots imme-
diately with a fabric spot cleaner. If
fresh spots do not receive immediate
attention, the fabric can be stained
and its color can be affected. Also, its
fire-resistant properties can be
reduced if the material is not proper-ly maintained.
CAUTION - Nappa leather
seat cover (If equipped)
Nappa leather retains the hide’s own soft texture with visiblepores, scars or blood vessels, etc. Pressure marks or wrinklesmay be made when used.Prolonged exposure to sunlight or heat may cause discol-oration. These things occur dueto the natural characteristics ofcowhides. If the leather is exposed to rain or gets wet,remove water with a dry clothand dry the leather in the shade to minimize damage. Make sureto keep sharp objects away fromthe leather as these can create scratches on the surface. Forlight-colored leather, be carefulof spots or color transfer, such as from jeans.
CAUTION
Using anything but recommend-ed cleaners and procedures mayaffect the fabric’s appearance and fire-resistant properties.
CAUTION
Never allow water or other liq-uids to come in contact withelectrical/electronic compo- nents inside the vehicle as thismay damage them.
CAUTION
When cleaning leather products(steering wheel, seats etc.), useneutral detergents or low alco- hol content solutions. If you usehigh alcohol content solutionsor acid/alkaline detergents, the color of the leather may fade orthe surface may get stripped off.
Index
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A/V Mode (cluster)........................................................4-60
Air bag warning label ....................................................3-72
Air bag warning light ....................................................3-55
Air bags..........................................................................3-51
Operation ....................................................................3-52
Air bag warning light ..................................................3-55
SRS components and functions ..................................3-56
Driver's and passenger's front air bag ........................3-59
Side air bag ................................................................3-61
Curtain air bag ............................................................3-63
Inflation conditions ....................................................3-67
Non-inflation conditions ............................................3-68
SRS Care ....................................................................3-70
Air bag warning label ................................................3-72
Air cleaner ....................................................................8-31 Filter replacement ......................................................8-31
Air conditioner compressor label ..................................9-10
Air conditioning system lubricants..................................9-4
Air leveling system (ALS) ............................................6-49 N (Normal) - Ordinary driving mode ........................6-49
HI (High) - Off road driving mode ............................6-49
LO (Low) - Loading mode ........................................6-50
Air ventilation seat ......................................................4-146
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......................................6-38
Appearance care ............................................................8-77 Exterior care ................................................................8-77 Interior care ................................................................8-83
Armed stage ..................................................................4-14
AUDIO (With Touch Screen) ........................................5-7 Feature of Your Audio ..................................................5-8
Radio Mode (Type-1)..................................................5-20
Radio Mode (Type-2)..................................................5-23
Media Mode ................................................................5-25
Phone Mode ................................................................5-40 Bluetooth ®
Wireless Technology (Type-1) ................5-41
Bluetooth ®
Wireless Technology (Type-2) ................5-48
Voice Recognition Mode ............................................5-55
Setup Mode (Type-1) ..................................................5-63
Setup Mode (Type-2) ..................................................5-72
Audio system ..................................................................5-2 Antenna ........................................................................5-2
Steering wheel audio controls ......................................5-3
Aux, USB port ..............................................................5-4
How vehicle audio works ............................................5-4
Auto light ....................................................................4-100
Automatic transaxle ......................................................6-16 Manual mode ..............................................................6-19
Shift-lock override ......................................................6-20
Battery............................................................................8-38 For best battery service ..............................................8-38Battery capacity label..................................................8-40
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