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Maintenance
ENGINE COOLANT
The high-pressure cooling system has a
reservoir filled with year-round antifreeze
coolant. The reservoir is filled at the fac-
tory.
Check the antifreeze protection and
coolant concentration level at least once a
year, at the beginning of the winter season,
and before traveling to a colder climate. Checking the coolant level
WARNING
Removing radiatorcap
Never attempt to remove the radi- ator cap while the engine is oper-
ating or hot. Doing so might leadto cooling system and engine
damage and could result in seri-
ous personal injury from escap-ing hot coolant or steam.
Turn the engine off and wait until it cools down. Use extreme care
when removing the radiator cap.
Wrap a thick towel around it, and
turn it counterclockwise slowly to
the first stop. Step back while the
pressure is released from the cool-
ing system. When you are sure allthe pressure has been released,
press down on the cap, using a
thick towel, and continue turning
counterclockwise to remove it.
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Even if the engine is not operat-ing, do not remove the radiator cap or the drain plug while the
engine and radiator are hot. Hot
coolant and steam may still blow
out under pressure, causing seri-
ous injury.
CAUTION
When the engine overheats from
low engine coolant, suddenlyadding engine coolant may causecracks in the engine. To preventdamage, add engine coolant
slowly in small quantities.
Do not drive with no engine coolant. It may cause water pumpfailure and engine seizure, etc.
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Check the condition and connections of all cooling system hoses and heater
hoses. Replace any swollen or deterio-
rated hoses.
The coolant level should be filled
between F (MAX) and L (MIN) marks on
the side of the coolant reservoir when theengine is cool.
If the coolant level is low, add enough
distilled (deionized) water. Bring the level
to F (MAX), but do not overfill. If frequent
coolant refill is required, we recommend
that the system be inspected by an
authorized Kia dealer.
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WARNING
The electric motor (cool-
ing fan) is controlled byengine coolant tempera-
ture, refrigerant pres-
sure and vehicle speed.
It may sometimes operate evenwhen the engine is not running.
Use extreme caution when working
near the blades of the cooling fan
so that you are not injured by a
rotating fan blades. As the engine
coolant temperature decreases, the
electric motor will automatically
shut off. This is a normal condition.
If your vehicle is equipped with
GDI, the electric motor (cooling fan)
may operate until you disconnect
the negative battery cable.
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Maintenance
WASHER FLUID
Checking the washer fluid level
Check the fluid level in the washer fluid
reservoir and add fluid if necessary.
Plain water may be used if washer fluid is
not available. However, use washer sol-
vent with antifreeze characteristics in
cold climates to prevent freezing. Checking the parking brake
Check the stroke of the parking brake by
counting the number of “clicks’’ heardwhile fully applying it from the released
position. Also, the parking brake alone
should securely hold the vehicle on a fair-
ly steep grade. If the stroke is more or
less than specified, we recommend that
the system be serviced by an authorized
Kia dealer.
Stroke :
6~8 “clicks’’ at a force of
20 kg (44 lbs, 196 N).
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WARNING - Coolant
Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when sprayed
on the windshield and may cause
loss of vehicle control or damage
to paint and body trim.
Windshield Washer fluid agents contain some amounts of alcohol
and can be flammable under cer-
tain circumstances. Do not allowsparks or flame to contact thewasher fluid or the washer fluid
reservoir. Damage to the vehicle
or occupants could occur.
Windshield washer fluid is poi- sonous to humans and animals.
Do not drink and avoid contacting
windshield washer fluid. Serious
injury or death could occur.
PARKING BRAKE - HAND TYPE
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Engine coolant ..............................................................7-29
Changing the coolant ..................................................7-31
Checking the coolant level..........................................7-29
Engine number ..............................................................8-14
Engine oil ......................................................................7-27 Changing the engine oil and filter ..............................7-28
Checking the engine oil level ....................................7-27
Engine start/stop button ..................................................5-9 Engine start/stop button position ..................................5-9
Illuminated engine start/stop button ............................5-9
Starting the engine ......................................................5-12
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ..............7-24
Exterior features ..........................................................4-182 Mounting bracket for roof carrier ............................4-182
Roof rack ..................................................................4-183
Exterior overview (Front) ................................................2-2
Exterior overview (Rear) ................................................2-3
Fuel filler lid ..................................................................4-31 Closing the fuel filler lid ............................................4-31
Opening the fuel filler lid ..........................................4-31
Fuel filter (for Diesel)....................................................7-34 Draining water from fuel filter ..................................7-34
Fuel requirements ............................................................1-2 Diesel engine ................................................................1-4
Gasoline engine ............................................................1-2 Fuses ..............................................................................7-56
Fuse/relay panel description ......................................7-61
Gross vehicle weight ......................................................8-5
Hazard warning flasher................................................4-120
Hood ..............................................................................4-29 Closing the hood ........................................................4-30
Opening the hood ........................................................4-29
How to use this manual ..................................................1-2
If the engine overheats ....................................................6-8
If the engine will not start ..............................................6-4 If engine doesn’t turn over or turns over slowly ..........6-4
If engine turns over normally but does not start ..........6-4
If you have a flat tire (with spare tire) ............................6-9 Changing tires ............................................................6-10
EC Declaration of Conformity for Jack......................6-18
Jack and tools ................................................................6-9
Jack label ....................................................................6-17
Removing and storing the spare tire ..........................6-10
Wheel nut tightening torque ......................................6-14
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Washer fluid ..................................................................7-33
Checking the washer fluid level ................................7-33
Welcome system ..........................................................4-138 Headlamp welcome ..................................................4-138
Interior light ..............................................................4-138
Puddle lamp ..............................................................4-138
Windows ........................................................................4-24 Manual windows ........................................................4-28
Power windows ..........................................................4-25
Windshield defrosting and defogging..........................4-161 Automatic climate control system ............................4-162
Manual climate control system ................................4-161
Winter driving ................................................................5-86 Carry emergency equipment ......................................5-89
Change to “winter weight” oil if necessary ................5-88
Check battery and cables ............................................5-88
Check spark plugs and ignition system ......................5-88
Don't let ice and snow accumulate underneath ..........5-89
Don't let your parking brake freeze ............................5-89
Snowy or Icy conditions ............................................5-86
To keep locks from freezing ......................................5-89
Use approved window washer anti-freeze in system ..5-89
Use high quality ethylene glycol coolant ..................5-88
Wiper blades ..................................................................7-39 Blade inspection ..........................................................7-39
Blade replacement ......................................................7-39 Wipers and washers ....................................................4-131
Rear window wiper and washer switch ....................4-134
Windshield washers (Front) ......................................4-133
Windshield wipers (Front) ........................................4-131
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