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The latest engineering techniques have been
incorporated into the design and production of your Kia
Vehicle. From the moment you get behind the wheel of
your new Kia Vehicle, you’ll notice how satisfying it
feels; a feeling you’ll appreciate for as long as you own
your Kia Vehicle. You’ll also be pleased by how strongly
we stand behind every Kia Vehicle. The New vehicle 60
month/60,000 Miles Limited Warranty described in this
manual is one of the finest available.
This warranty and consumer manual details the warranties
provided by Kia. You should consult this manual and your
Owner’s Manual to ascertain the maintenance intervals
you need to follow to maintain your warranty coverage.
In addition, your Authorized Kia Dealer will take care of
your service needs using Kia Genuine Parts and Kia
Genuine Accessories. These parts are covered by a
“Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty”.
Please see the contents of this manual for coverage
terms.
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in the showroom. We’re committed to making sure you
enjoy your Kia for years to come.
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Subject to the other terms and conditions of this limited
warranty manual, Kia Motors America, Inc. (“Kia”)
warrants that it will arrange for an Authorized Kia dealer
at locations of its choice to provide for the repair of your
vehicle if it fails to function properly during normal use.
Authorized service facilities will remedy such failures to
function properly at Kia’s expense, if you present your
vehicle to such a service facility during its normal
operating hours, provide sufficient information to permit
a proper identification and diagnosis of the failure to
function, and permit the facility adequate time to
perform the necessary repair. As this obligation is
subject to the terms, conditions and limitations of this
manual, you should refer to the manual to understand
which repairs and replacements are covered by this
warranty. When an Authorized Kia Dealer makes
necessary repairs pursuant to the warranty, it may do so
using parts that are new, repaired, remanufactured,
reconditioned, or otherwise authorized by Kia. These
parts will be covered by the terms and conditions of the
Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty. If
an Authorized Kia Dealer declines or fails to carry out a
proper repair or replacement covered by this limitedwarranty without charge to you, Kia will (a) determine if
the repair or replacement requested by you is covered by
this New Vehicle Limited Warranty and, if so, (b) obtain
cooperation from an Authorized Kia Dealer to conduct
such repair or replacement without charge to you.
However, Kia’s obligation to do (a) and (b) requires you
to contact the Kia Consumer Assistance Center and
provide all materials needed by them to carry out those
obligations to you. The Center can be contacted at the
address or phone number provided in the Kia Owner
Satisfaction and Assistance Section of this manual, or
can also be found at the Kia website at
http://www.kia.com.
Parts replaced under any warranties in the Manual
become the property of Kia.
1. The Warranty Period
The New Vehicle Limited Warranty is divided into
various warranty periods. For the purpose of all
warranties contained in this Manual(other than
warranties on replacement parts or accessories
installed after the Kia Vehicle was placed into use),
What is Covered
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
New Vehicle Limited Warranty

Subject to the other terms and conditions of this limited
warranty manual, Kia Motors America, Inc. (“Kia”)
warrants that it will arrange for independent Kia brand
service facilities at locations of its choice to provide for the
repair of your vehicle if it fails to function properly during
normal use. Such service facilities will remedy such failures
to function properly at KMA’s expense, if you present your
vehicle to such a service facility during its normal operating
hours, provide sufficient information to permit a proper
identification and diagnosis of the failure to function, and
permit the facility adequate time to perform the necessary
repair. As this obligation is subject to the terms, conditions
and limitations of this Manual, you should refer to the
manual to understand which repairs and replacements are
covered by this warranty. If an Authorized Kia Dealer
declines or fails to carry out a proper repair or replacement
of a factory installed part covered by this limited warranty
without charge to you, Kia will (a) determine if the repair or
replacement requested by you is covered by this Anti
Perforation Limited Warranty and, if so, (b) obtain
cooperation from an Authorized Kia Dealer to conduct
such repair or replacement without charge to you. However,
Kia’s obligation to do (a) and (b) requires you to contact the
Kia Consumer Assistance Center and provide all materials
needed by them to carry out those obligations to you. TheCenter can be contacted at the address or phone number
provided in the Kia Owner Satisfaction and Assistance
Section of this manual, or can also be found at the Kia
website at http://www.kia.com.
1. Warranty Period
The warranty period is for the first 60 month/100,000
miles from the date of first retail delivery or when it is
first put into service, whichever comes first.
2. What is Not Covered • Any perforation due to corrosion of the Kia Vehiclewhich is caused by industrial fallout, accident,
damage, abuse, vehicle modifications or damaging
or corrosive cargo in the Kia Vehicle.
• Any surface corrosion of the Kia Vehicle which
does not result in perforation, such as that caused
typically by sand, salt, hail or stones.
• Any perforation due to corrosion of a part of the Kia Vehicle which is not a body sheet metal panel. As
used herein, “body sheet metal panel” specifically
excludes all parts which are components of the
exhaust system of the Kia Vehicle.
• Defects or damage resulting from the use of parts
not sold or approved by Kia including the resultant
damage to associated parts or systems.
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Federal
Emission Control Warranty
Federal Emission Control Warranty
Air Induction System
Air Cleaner Assembly
Intake Manifold
Surge Tank-Air Intake
Turbo Charger
Fuel Metering System Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECT)
Mass Air Flow Sensor (MAF)
Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAP)
Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)
Wheel Speed Sensor (WSS)
Fuel Injector
Fuel Delivery Line
Throttle Body (ETC Actuator)
Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
Idle Speed Control System
Oxygen Sensor
Pulsation Damper
Engine Control Module (ECM)
* 8/80 All vehiclesHigh Pressure Pump
High Pressure Sensor
Ignition System Spark Plugs
Spark Plugs Cable Set
Ignition Coil
Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS)
Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS)
Generator Valve Timing System
CVVT Assy
Oil Control Valve Assy
Oil Temperature Sensor
Evaporative Control System Vapor Storage Canister
Canister Close Valve (CCV)
Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV)
Fuel Pump
Fuel Pump Module
Fuel Tank
Fuel Filler Cap
Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor (FTP)
ORVR(Vent) Valve
Rollover(Cut) Valve
Positive Crankcase Ventilation System PCV Valve and Hose
Catalyst and Exhaust System Exhaust Manifold
Exhaust Manifold Catalytic Assembly * 8/80 All vehiclesExhaust Pipe (Manifold to Catalyst)
Catalytic Converter Assembly * 8/80 All vehiclesMiscellaneous Items Used In Above SystemsHose, Clamps,Gasket or Seals
Wires, Harnesses Connectors
All Sensor(Switches,Solenoid Valves, Battery) associated with the ECMOnboard Emission Diagnostic Device Malfunction Indicator Light and Bulb * 8/80 All vehiclesData Link Connector * 8/80 All vehicles
Spark Plugs shall be warranted for the emissions warranty period, or the\
first scheduled replacement time or mileage, whichever occurs first.
NOTE 1 : Specific emission parts covered up to 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever\
occurs first, or up to the first required scheduled maintenance, whichever occurs first (See Owner's Manual for required scheduled maint\
enance).
NOTE 2 : Parts designated by "8/80" are warranted for 8 years or 80,000 miles, wh\
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California
Emission Control Warranty
California Emission Control Warranty
Air Induction System
Air Cleaner Assembly
Intake Manifold
* 7/70 Rio, Soul, Forte 1.8, Optima, Sportage, Sorento 2.4, K900 5.0, Cade\
nzaSurge Tank -Air Intake * 7/70 Sorento 3.3, Cadenza, Sedona, K900 3.8Turbo Charger
Fuel Metering System Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECT)
Mass Air Flow Sensor (MAF)
Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAP)
Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)
Wheel Speed Sensor (WSS)
Fuel Injector
Fuel Delivery Line
Throttle Body (ETC Actuator)
*7/70 Forte 1.6Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
Idle Speed Control System
Oxygen Sensor
Pulsation Damper
Engine Control Module (ECM)
* 8/80 All vehiclesHigh Pressure Pump * 7/70 Rio, Soul, Forte 1.6, 2.0, Optima 2.0, 2.4, Sportage, Sorento, C\
adenza, K900, SedonaHigh Pressure Sensor
Ignition System Generator
*7/70 Forte, Soul, Optima 2.0, 2.4, Sportage, Sorento, Rio, K900, Sedona\
Spark Plugs
Spark Plugs Cable Set
Ignition Coil
Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS)
Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) Valve Timing System
CVVT Assy
Oil Control Valve Assy
Oil Temperature Sensor
Evaporative Control System Vapor Storage Canister
Canister Close Valve (CCV)
Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV)
Fuel Pump
Fuel Pump Module
Fuel Tank
*7/70 Rio, Soul, Forte, Optima, Sportage, Sorento, Cadenza, Sedona, K900\
Fuel Filler Cap
Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor (FTP)
ORVR(Vent) Valve
Rollover(Cut) Valve
Fuel Pump & Sender Assy
* 7/70 Sportage 2.0, K900 3.8Positive Crankcase Ventilation SystemPCV Valve and Hose
Catalyst and Exhaust System Exhaust Manifold
Exhaust Manifold Catalytic Assembly
* 8/80 All vehiclesExhaust Pipe (Manifold to Catalyst) * 7/70 Sorento 3.3, Cadenza, Sedona, K900 Catalytic Converter Assembly * 8/80 All vehiclesMiscellaneous Items Used In Above SystemsHose, Clamps,Gasket or Seals
Wires, Harnesses Connectors
All Sensor(Switches, Solenoid Valves, Battery) associated with the ECM\
Onboard Emission Diagnostic DeviceMalfunction Indicator Light and Bulb * 8/80 All vehiclesData Link Connector * 8/80 All vehiclesSpark Plugs shall be warranted for the emissions warranty period, or the\
first scheduled replacement time or mileage, whichever occurs first.
NOTE 1 : Specific emission parts covered up to 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever\
occurs first, or up to the first required scheduled maintenance, whichever occurs first (See Owner's Manual for required scheduled maint\
enance.)
NOTE 2 : Parts designated by "8/80" are warranted for 8 years or 80,000 miles, wh\
ichever occurs first.
NOTE 3 : Parts designated by "7/70" are warranted for 7 years or 70,000 miles, wh\
ichever occurs first.
NOTE 4 : The above parts for a Forte & Forte Koup, Optima 2.4, Sportage SULEV veh\
icle, certified as a partial zero-emission vehicle(PZEV) only, are warranted for 15 years or 150,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

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Accessories Limited Warranty30
Subject to the other terms and conditions of this limited
warranty manual, Kia Motors America, Inc. (“Kia”)
warrants that it will arrange for an Authorized Kia dealer
at locations of its choice to provide for the repair of your
vehicle if it fails to function properly during normal use.
Authorized service facilities will remedy such failures to
function properly at Kia’s expense, if you present your
vehicle to such a service facility during its normal
operating hours, provide sufficient information to permit
a proper identification and diagnosis of the failure to
function, and permit the facility adequate time to
perform the necessary repair. As this obligation is
subject to the terms, conditions and limitations of this
manual, you should refer to the manual to understand
which repairs and replacements are covered by this
warranty. When an Authorized Kia Dealer makes
necessary repairs pursuant to the warranty, it may do so
using parts that are new, repaired, remanufactured,
reconditioned, or otherwise authorized by Kia. These
parts will be covered by the terms and conditions of the
Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty. If
an Authorized Kia Dealer declines or fails to carry out a
proper repair or replacement covered by this limitedwarranty without charge to you, Kia will (a) determine if
the repair or replacement requested by you is covered by
Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty
and, if so, (b) obtain cooperation from an Authorized
Kia Dealer to conduct such repair or replacement
without charge to you. However, Kia’s obligation to do
(a) and (b) requires you to contact the Kia Consumer
Assistance Center and provide all materials needed by
them to carry out those obligations to you. The Center
can be contacted at the address or phone number
provided in the Kia Owner Satisfaction and Assistance
Section of this manual, or can also be found at the Kia
website at http://www.kia.com.
This warranty covers Kia Genuine new or
remanufactured replacement parts and Kia Accessories
supplied from Kia Motors America, Inc. and sold by an
Authorized Kia Dealer. This includes Kia Accessories
installed by an Authorized Kia Dealer or Kia Motors
America, Inc. prior to the retail delivery of a new Kia
V
ehicle.
If a covered replacement part or accessory was installed
by anyone other than an Authorized Kia Dealer, the
Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty

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Accessories Limited Warranty32
•Accessories
A Kia Genuine accessory installed by Kia or an
Authorized Kia Dealer on a new vehicle at the
time of, or prior to the vehicle’s date of delivery
to the original retail purchaser, or the date the
vehicle is first put into service, is covered under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty and is limited
to 60 months from the date of original retail
delivery date of first use, or 60,000 miles,
whichever occurs first.
A Kia Genuine accessory installed by an
Authorized Kia Dealer after the vehicle was
delivered to the original retail purchaser or first
put into service shall be warranted for the greater
(1)the duration of the New Vehicle Limited
W arranty or (2)12 months or 12,000 miles from
the date of purchase or installation.
Kia Genuine AM/FM Radios, satellite radios,
CD players or other audio equipment purchased
after the vehicle is first put into service are
covered for 12 months/unlimited miles.
A Kia Genuine Air Conditioning System
installed by an Authorized Kia Dealer after the
vehicle is first put into service is covered for 12
months/12,000 miles, whichever comes first, or the remainder of the New Vehicle Limited
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arranty, whichever is greater, from the date of
installation. A Kia Genuine Air Conditioning
System purchased over the counter is warranted
for 12 months/unlimited miles.
What Is Not Covered
•Damage or corrosion due to such factors as
accidents, negligence, improper repairs or
adjustments, misuse, alterations or collision.
•Damage or surface corrosion from environment
such as acid rain, airborne fallout (chemicals, tree
sap), stones, salt, road hazards, hail, wind storm,
lightning, floods and other acts of God.
•Normal wear, tear or deterioration such as
discoloration, fading, deformation, etc.
•Air conditioner refrigerant charge after the first
12 months, unless replenished as part of a
warranty repair.
•Replacement parts or accessories installed on a
Kia Vehicle in which the odometer has been
altered, or on which the actual mileage cannot be
readily determined.

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Consumer Affairs Procedures
Both Kia Motors America and your Kia dealer are dedicated to serving all\
of your automotive needs. Your complete
satisfaction is our primary concern. Your Kia dealer is available to assist you with all of your automobile sa\
les, parts
and service requirements.
If, however a situation arises that has not been addressed to your satis\
faction, we ask that you take the following steps:
STEP 1 :
Discuss the situation with the dealership management. If a problem still\
exists, contact the dealership General Manager
or Owner. Your Kia dealership is best equipped to resolve the matter for you.
STEP 2 :
If the problem has still not been addressed to your satisfaction, please\
contact our Kia Consumer Assistance Center
using our toll free number:
1-800-333-4KIA(4542)
Kia Owner Satisfaction and Assistance