2017 KIA CEED wiper blades

Features of your vehicle
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AUTO (Automatic) control
(if equipped)
The rain sensor located on the upper end of the windshield glass senses the
amount of rainfall and controls the wiping
cycle for the proper interval. The more it
rains, the faster the wiper operates. When
the rain stops, the wiper stops. To vary the speed setting, turn the speedcontrol knob (1).
If the wiper switch is set in AUTO mode
when the ignition switch is ON, the wiper
will operate once to perform a self-check
of the system. Set the wiper to off posi-
tion when the wiper is not in use.
CAUTION
When the ignition switch is ON and
the windshield wiper switch isplaced in the AUTO mode, use cau-tion in the following situations to
avoid any injury to the hands orother parts of the body:
Do not touch the upper end of the windshield glass facing the rain
sensor.
Do not wipe the upper end of the windshield glass with a damp orwet cloth.
Do not put pressure on the wind- shield glass.
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Rain sensor
CAUTION
When washing the vehicle, set thewiper switch in the off position to
stop the auto wiper operation.
The wiper may operate and be dam-aged if the switch is set in the AUTOmode while washing the vehicle.
Do not remove the sensor coverlocated on the upper end of the pas- senger side windshield glass.Damage to system parts couldoccur and may not be covered by
your vehicle warranty.
When starting the vehicle in winter,set the wiper switch in the off posi- tion. Otherwise, wipers may operateand ice may damage the windshield
wiper blades. Always remove allsnow and ice and defrost the wind- shield properly prior to operatingthe windshield wipers.

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Features of your vehicle
Windshield washers (front) (if equipped)
In the O (Off) position, pull the lever gen-
tly 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 appropri-
ate 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.
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WARNING
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 yourvision.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield, do notoperate the wipers when the
windshield is dry.
To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, do
not attempt to move the wipersmanually.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the
washer pump, do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir isempty.

Driving your vehicle
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NOTICE
The ESC system should be turned OFF
prior to rocking the vehicle.
Smooth cornering
Avoid braking or gear changing in cor-
ners, especially when roads are wet.
Ideally, corners should always be taken
under gentle acceleration. If you follow
these suggestions, tire wear will be held
to a minimum. Driving at night
Because night driving presents more
hazards than driving in the daylight, here
are some important tips to remember:
Slow down and keep more distance between you and other vehicles, as it
may be more difficult to see at night,
especially in areas where there may
not be any street lights.
Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare from other driver's headlights.
Keep your headlights clean and prop- erly aimed on vehicles not equippedwith the automatic headlight aiming
feature. Dirty or improperly aimed
headlights will make it much more diffi-cult to see at night.
Avoid staring directly at the headlights of oncoming vehicles. You could be
temporarily blinded, and it will take
several seconds for your eyes to read-
just to the darkness. Driving in the rain
Rain and wet roads can make driving
dangerous, especially if you’re not pre-
pared for the slick pavement. Here are a
few things to consider when driving in the
rain:
A heavy rainfall will make it harder to
see and will increase the distance
needed to stop your vehicle, so slow
down.
Keep your windshield wiping equip- ment in good shape. Replace your
windshield wiper blades when they
show signs of streaking or missingareas on the windshield.
If your tires are not in good condition, making a quick stop on wet pavement
can cause a skid and possibly lead to
an accident. Be sure your tires are in
good shape.
Turn on your headlights to make it eas- ier for others to see you.
Driving too fast through large puddles can affect your brakes. If you must go
through puddles, try to drive through
them slowly.
If you believe you may have gotten your brakes wet, apply them lightly
while driving until normal braking oper-
ation returns.
WARNING - Spinning tires
Do not spin the wheels, especially at speeds more than 56 km/h (35
mph). Spinning the wheels at high
speeds when the vehicle is station-
ary could cause a tire to overheat
which could result in tire damage
that may injure bystanders.
WARNING
If your vehicle becomes stuck in
snow, mud, sand, etc., then you
may attempt to rock the vehicle free
by moving it forward and backward.
Do not attempt this procedure if
people or objects are anywhere
near the vehicle. During the rocking
operation the vehicle may suddenly
move forward or backward as it
becomes unstuck, causing injury
or damage to nearby people orobjects.

Maintenance
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Maintenance services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 Owner’s responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
 Owner maintenance precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
 Engine compartment precautions (Diesel engine). . . 7-8
Owner maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9  Owner maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
Scheduled maintenance service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11  Normal maintenance schedule - for Europe (Except Russia). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12
 Maintenance under severe usage conditions - for Europe (Except Russia). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16
 Normal maintenance schedule - except Europe (Including Russia) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18
 Maintenance under severe usage conditions - except Europe (Including Russia) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items . . . . 7-24
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-27  Checking the engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-27
 Changing the engine oil and filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-28
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-29  Checking the coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-29
 Changing the coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-31
Brake/clutch fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-32  Checking the brake fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-32 Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-33
 Checking the washer fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-33
Parking brake - hand type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-33  Checking the parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-33
Fuel filter (for Diesel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-34  Draining water from fuel filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-34
Air cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-35  Filter replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-35
Climate control air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-37  Filter inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-37
 Filter replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-37
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-39  Blade inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-39
 Blade replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-39
Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-42  For best battery service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-42
 Battery capacity label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-43
 Battery recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-43
 Reset items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-44
Tires and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-45  Tire care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-45
 Recommended cold tire inflation pressures. . . . . . . . 7-45
 Checking tire inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-47
 Tire rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-48
 Wheel alignment and tire balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-49
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Maintenance
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At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
Check radiator, heater and air condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with clean cloth dampened with wash-er fluid.
Check headlight alignment.
Check 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 body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and checks, and
hood hinges.
Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake (and clutch) fluid level.
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Maintenance
WIPER BLADES
Blade inspection
✽✽ NOTICE
Commercial hot waxes applied by auto-
matic car washes have been known to
make the windshield difficult to clean.
Contamination of either the windshield or
the wiper blades with foreign matter can
reduce the effectiveness of the wind-
shield wipers. Common sources of con-
tamination are insects, tree sap, and hot
wax treatments used by some commer-
cial car washes. If the blades are not wip-
ing properly, clean both the window and
the blades with a good cleaner or mild
detergent, and rinse thoroughly with
clean water. Blade replacement When the wipers no longer clean ade-
quately, the blades may be worn or
cracked, and require replacement.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper armsor other components, do not attempt
to move the wipers manually.
CAUTION
The use of a non-specified wiperblade could result in wiper malfunc- tion and failure.
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Index
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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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