2017 KIA PICANTO air conditioning

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Driving your vehicle
Remember, your vehicle does notrequire extended warm-up. After the
engine has started, allow the engine to
run for 10 to 20 seconds prior to plac-
ing the vehicle in gear. In very cold
weather, however, give your engine a
slightly longer warm-up period.
Don't "lug" or "over-rev" the engine. Lugging is driving too slowly in too high
a gear resulting in the engine bucking. If
this happens, shift to a lower gear. Over-
revving is racing the engine beyond its
safe limit. This can be avoided by shift-
ing at the recommended speeds. Use your air conditioning sparingly.
The air conditioning system is operat-
ed by engine power so your fuel econ-
omy is reduced when you use it.
Open windows at high speeds can reduce fuel economy.
Fuel economy is less in crosswinds and headwinds. To help offset some of
this loss, slow down when driving in
these conditions.
Keeping a vehicle in good operating con-
dition is important both for economy and
safety. Therefore, we recommend that the
system be serviced by an authorized Kia
dealer.
WARNING - Engine off
during motion
Never turn the engine off to coast
down hills or anytime the vehicle is
in motion. The power steering and
power brakes will not function prop-
erly without the engine running.
Instead, keep the engine on and
downshift to an appropriate gear for
engine braking effect. In addition,turning off the ignition while driving
could engage the steering wheel
lock resulting in loss of vehicle
steering which could cause seri-
ous injury or death.

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 washer 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, andhood 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 fluid level.

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Maintenance
Rear brake drums and linings (if equipped)
Check the rear brake drums and linings
for scoring, burning, leaking fluid, broken
parts, and excessive wear.
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 recommend
to refer to the Kia web site. (http://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 damage.
Check the dust boots and ball joints for
deterioration, cracks, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts.
Drive shafts and boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps
for cracks, deterioration, or damage.
Replace any damaged parts and, if nec-
essary, repack the grease.
Air conditioning refrigerant (if equipped)
Check the air conditioning lines and con-
nections for leakage and damage.

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Air bags ..........................................................................3-41
Air bag warning label ................................................3-63
Air bag warning light ..................................................3-44
Curtain air bag ............................................................3-54
Driver's and passenger's front air bag ........................3-48
Side air bag ................................................................3-53
Air cleaner ......................................................................7-33
Air conditioner compressor label ....................................8-8
Antenna ........................................................................4-119
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)........................................5-30
Appearance care..............................................................7-76 Exterior care ................................................................7-76
Interior care ................................................................7-81
Ashtray ..........................................................................4-112
Audio system ................................................................4-119 Antenna ....................................................................4-119
Aux, USB and iPod ..................................................4-121
Steering wheel audio control ....................................4-120
Automatic climate control system ................................4-100 Air conditioning ........................................................4-106
Automatic heating and air conditioning ..................4-101
Manual heating and air conditioning ........................4-102
Automatic transaxle ........................................................5-21 Shift lock system ........................................................5-24 Base curb weight ............................................................5-62
Battery ............................................................................7-38
Battery saver function ....................................................4-75
Before driving ..................................................................5-3
Bottle holders, see cup holders ....................................4-113
Brake fluid ......................................................................7-29
Brake system ..................................................................5-27
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)....................................5-30
Electronic stability control (ESC) ..............................5-32
Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) ....................................5-37
Hill-start assist control (HAC) ....................................5-36
Parking brake ..............................................................5-28
Power brakes ..............................................................5-27
Vehicle stability management (VSM) ........................5-36
Bulb replacement ............................................................7-68
Bulb wattage ....................................................................8-2
Button start/stop, see engine start/stop button ..................5-6
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Capacities (Lubricants) ....................................................8-5 Care
Exterior care ................................................................7-76
Interior care ................................................................7-81
Tire care ......................................................................7-44
Cargo weight ..................................................................5-62
Central door lock switch ................................................4-17
Chains ............................................................................5-59 Tire chains ..................................................................5-59
Changing tires ................................................................6-10
Checking tire inflation pressure ......................................7-45
Child restraint system ....................................................3-30 Lap belt ......................................................................3-34
Lap/shoulder belt ........................................................3-33
with ISOFIX ..............................................................3-35
with Tether anchor ......................................................3-34
Child-protector rear door lock ........................................4-18
Cigarette lighter ............................................................4-112
Climate control air filter ........................................4-98, 7-35
Climate control system (Automatic) ............................4-100 Air conditioning ........................................................4-106
Automatic heating and air conditioning ..................4-101
Manual heating and air conditioning ........................4-102
Climate control system (Manual) ..................................4-91 Air conditioning ..........................................................4-96
Climate control air filter ............................................4-98 Heating and air conditioning ......................................4-92
Clock (Digital) ..............................................................4-116
Clothes hanger ..............................................................4-117
Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ................4-42
Coolant ............................................................................7-26
Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ..................................7-26
Crankcase emission control system ................................7-82
Cruise cotrol system ......................................................5-44
Cup holder ....................................................................4-113
Curtain air bag ................................................................3-54
Dashboard, see instrument cluster ..................................4-42
Daytime running light ....................................................4-75
Declaration of conformity ................................................8-9
Defogging (Windshield) ..............................................4-107
Defogging logic (Windshield) ......................................4-109
Defroster (Rear window) ................................................4-90
Defrosting (Windshield) ..............................................4-108
Digital clock..................................................................4-116
Dimensions ......................................................................8-2
Displays, see instrument cluster ....................................4-42
Door locks ......................................................................4-15 Central door lock switch ............................................4-17
Child-protector rear door lock ....................................4-18
Drink holders, see cup holders ....................................4-113
Driver's air bag ................................................................3-48
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Fuel gauge ..................................................................4-46
Engine coolant temperature gauge..............................4-46
Transaxle shift indicator ............................................4-48
GAW (Gross axle weight) ..............................................5-62
GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ................................5-62
Glassroof, see sunroof ....................................................4-31
Glove box ......................................................................4-110
GVW (Gross vehicle weight) ........................................5-62
GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) ............................5-62
Hazard warning flasher ..................................................4-74
Hazardous driving conditions ........................................5-54
Headlight escort function................................................4-75
Headlight leveling device................................................4-82
Headlight welcome function ..........................................4-75
Headrest ..................................................................3-6, 3-11
Heating and air conditioning ..........................................4-92
Highway driving ............................................................5-57
Hill-start assist control (HAC) ........................................5-36
Hood................................................................................4-26
Horn ................................................................................4-37
How to use this manual ....................................................1-2 Idle stop and go (ISG) system ........................................5-39
Immobilizer system ..........................................................4-4
Indicators and warnings ..................................................4-60
Inside rearview mirror ....................................................4-38
Instrument cluster ..........................................................4-42
Engine coolant temperature gauge..............................4-46
LCD dispay warning ..................................................4-54
Odometer ....................................................................4-47
Outside thermometer ..................................................4-47
Speedometer................................................................4-45
Tachometer ..................................................................4-45
Trip computer..............................................................4-50
Warning and indicators ..............................................4-60
Instrument panel overview................................................2-3
Interior care ....................................................................7-81
Interior features ............................................................4-112 Ashtray ......................................................................4-112
Cigarette lighter ........................................................4-112
Clothes hanger ..........................................................4-117
Cup holder ................................................................4-113
Digital clock ..............................................................4-116Floor mat anchor(s) ..................................................4-118
Power outlet ..............................................................4-115
Sunvisor ....................................................................4-114
Vanity mirror lamp ....................................................4-115
Interior light ....................................................................4-87
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Interior overview ..............................................................2-2
Jack and tools....................................................................6-9
Jump starting ....................................................................6-5
Key positions ....................................................................5-5
Keys ..................................................................................4-3 Label
Air bag warning label ................................................3-63
Tire sidewall labeling ..................................................7-50
Tire specification and pressure label ............................8-8
Vehicle certification label ............................................8-7
LCD dispay warning ......................................................4-54
Light bulbs ......................................................................7-68
Lighting ..........................................................................4-75 Battery saver function ................................................4-75
Daytime running light ................................................4-75
Headlight escort function ............................................4-75
Headlight welcome function ......................................4-75
Lubricants and capacities ..................................................8-5 Maintenance
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ............7-21
Maintenance services ....................................................7-3
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ..............7-19
Normal maintenance schedule ......................................7-8
Owner maintenance ......................................................7-5
Scheduled maintenance service ....................................7-7
Tire maintenance ........................................................7-49
Maintenance services ........................................................7-3
Manual climate control system ......................................4-91 Air conditioning ..........................................................4-96
Climate control air filter ............................................4-98
Heating and air conditioning ......................................4-92
Manual heating and air conditioning ............................4-102
Manual transaxle ............................................................5-18
Memory fuse ..................................................................7-56
Mirrors ............................................................................4-38 Day/night rearview mirror ..........................................4-38
Inside rearview mirror ................................................4-38
Outside rearview mirror ..............................................4-39
Moonroof, see sunroof ....................................................4-31
Multi fuse ........................................................................7-57
Neck restraints, see headrest ..................................3-6, 3-11
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