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What to do in an emergency
✽ ✽NOTICE
If the TPMS, Low Tire Pressure
indicator does not illuminate for 3
seconds when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position or if they
remain illuminated after coming on
for approximately 3 seconds, take
your vehicle to your nearest author-
ized Kia dealer and have the system
checked.
Low tire pressure
telltale
Low tire pressure position tell-
tale
When the tire pressure monitoring
system warning indicators are illumi-
nated, one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated.
If the telltale illuminates, immediately
reduce your speed, avoid hard cor-
nering and anticipate increased stop-
ping distances. You should stop and
check your tires as soon as possible. Inflate the tires to the proper pres-
sure as indicated on the vehicle’s
placard or tire inflation pressure label
located on the driver’s side center pil-
lar outer panel. If you cannot reach a
service station or if the tire cannot
hold the newly added air, replace the
low pressure tire with the spare tire.
Then the TPMS malfunction indicator
and the Low Tire Pressure telltale
may turn on and illuminate after
restarting and about 20 minutes of
continuous driving before you have
the low pressure tire repaired and
replaced on the vehicle.
In winter or cold weather, the low tire
pressure telltale may be illuminated if
the tire pressure was adjusted to the
recommended tire inflation pressure
in warm weather. It does not mean
your TPMS is malfunctioning
because the decreased temperature
leads to a proportional lowering of
tire pressure.
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When you drive your vehicle from a
warm area to a cold area or from a
cold area to a warm area, or the out-
side temperature is greatly higher or
lower, you should check the tire infla-
tion pressure and adjust the tires to
the recommended tire inflation pres-
sure.
When filling tires with more air, con-
ditions to turn off the low tire pres-
sure telltale may not be met. This is
because a tire inflator has a margin
of error in performance. The low tire
pressure telltale will be turned off if
the tire pressure is above the recom-
mended tire inflation pressure.TPMS (Tire Pressure
Monitoring System)malfunction indicator
The low tire pressure telltale will illu-
minate after it blinks for approximate-
ly one minute when there is a prob-
lem with the Tire Pressure
Monitoring System. If the system is
able to correctly detect an underinfla-
tion warning at the same time as sys-
tem failure then it will illuminate both
the TPMS malfunction and low tire
pressure position telltales e.g. if
Front Left sensor fails, the TPMS
malfunction indicator illuminates, but
if the Front Right, Rear Left, or Rear
Right tire is under-inflated, the low
tire pressure position telltales may
illuminate together with the TPMS
malfunction indicator.
Have the system checked by an
authorized Kia dealer as soon as
possible to determine the cause of
the problem. The TPMS malfunction indicator
may be illuminated if the vehicle is
moving around electric power sup-
ply cables or radios transmitters
such as at police stations, govern-
ment and public offices, broadcast-
ing stations, military installations,
airports, or transmitting towers,
etc. This can interfere with normal
operation of the Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS).
The TPMS malfunction indicator may be illuminated if snow chains
are used or some separate elec-
tronic devices such as notebook
computer, mobile charger, remote
starter or navigation etc., are used
in the vehicle. This can interfere
with normal operation of the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS).
WARNING- Low pressure
damage
Do not drive on low pressure
tires. Significantly low tire pres-
sure can cause the tires to over-
heat and fail making the vehicle
unstable resulting in increased
braking distances and a loss of
vehicle control.

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9. Connect between compressor and
the vehicle power outlet using the
cable and connectors (4).
✽ ✽NOTICE
Only use the front passenger side
power outlet.
10. With the engine start/stop button
position on: switch on the com-
pressor and let it run for approxi-
mately 5~7 minutes to fill the
sealant up to proper pressure
(refer to the "Tires and wheels" in
chapter 9). Be careful not to overinflate the
tire and stay away from the tire
when filling it. When the tire and
wheel are damaged, do not use
Tire Mobility Kit for your safety.
11. Switch off the compressor.
12. Detach the hose from the sealant bottle connector and from the tire
valve.
Return the Tire Mobility Kit to its stor-
age location in the vehicle.
Distributing the sealant
13. Immediately drive approximately 4~6 miles (7~10 km or, about 10
min) to evenly distribute the
sealant in the tire.
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WARNING
Do not attempt to drive your
vehicle if the tire pressure is
below 29 psi (200 kPa). This
could result in an accident due
to sudden tire failure.
WARNING
Carbon monoxide poisoning
and suffocation is possible if the
engine is left running in a poorly
ventilated or unventilated loca-
tion (such as inside a building).
CAUTION
When you use the Tire MobilityKit, the tire pressure sensorsand wheel may be stained bysealant. Therefore, remove thetire pressure sensors and wheelstained by sealant and haveyour vehicle inspected by anauthorized Kia dealer.

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What to do in an emergency
Attach a towing strap to the towhook.
Use only a cable or chain specifical- ly intended for use in towing vehi-
cles. Securely fasten the cable or
chain to the towing hook provided.
Before emergency towing, check if the hook is not broken or damaged.
Fasten the towing cable or chain securely to the hook.
Do not jerk the hook. Apply it steadily and with even force.
To avoid damaging the hook, do not pull from the side or at a vertical
angle. Always pull straight ahead. Use a towing strap less than 16
feet (5 m) long. Attach a white or
red cloth (about 12 inches (30 cm)
wide) in the middle of the strap for
easy visibility.
Drive carefully so that the towing strap is not loosened during tow-
ing.
CAUTION
Using a portion of the vehicleother than the tow hooks fortowing may damage the body ofyour vehicle.
WARNING- Emergency
Towing Precautions
Use extreme caution when tow-
ing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which
would place excessive stress
on the emergency towing hook
and towing cable or chain. The
hook and towing cable or
chain may break and cause
serious injury or damage.
If the disabled vehicle is unable to be moved, do not
forcibly continue the towing.
We recommend that you con-
tact an authorized Kia dealer
or a commercial tow truck
service for assistance.
Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as possible.
Keep away from the vehicle during towing.
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Maintenance
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Maintenance services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
• Owner’s responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
• Owner maintenance precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Owner maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
• Owner maintenance schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Scheduled maintenance service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items . . . 8-14
Checking fluid levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17
Engine oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18
• Checking the engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18
• Changing the engine oil and filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19
Engine maintenance mode (for plug-in Hybrid) . 8-20
• Starting engine maintenance mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-20
• Stopping engine maintenance mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-20
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21\
• Checking the coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21
• Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22
• Inverter coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22
• Recommended coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-23
• Changing the coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-25
• Checking the brake fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-25
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-26
• Checking the washer fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-26
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-27
• Checking the parking brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-27
Air cleaner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-28
• Filter replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-28
Climate control air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-30
• Filter inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-30
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-32
• Blade inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-32
• Blade replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-32
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-\
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• For best battery service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-36
• Recharging the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-37
• Reset items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-38\
Tires and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-39
• Tire care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-\
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• Recommended cold tire inflation pressures . . . . . . . 8-39
• Tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-40
• Checking tire inflation pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-40
• Tire rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-41
• Wheel alignment and tire balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-42
• Tire replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-43
• Wheel replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-43
• Tire traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-44
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Maintenance
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Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions - Non Turbo Model
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer
to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if neces\
sary
MAINTENANCE ITEMMAINTENANCE
OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALSDRIVING
CONDITION
Engine oil and engine oil filterNu 2.0L GDIREvery 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 monthsA, B, C, D, E,
F, G, H, I, J, K
Air cleaner filterRMore frequentlyC, E
Spark plugs RMore frequentlyA, B, F, G, H, I, K
Automatic transmission fluidREvery 60,000 miles (96,000 km)A, C, D, E,
F, G, H, I, J
HSG (Hybrid Starter & Generator) belt
REvery 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 monthsC, D, E, K
IEvery 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 monthsC, D, E, K
Brake discs and pads, calipers and rotorsIMore frequentlyC, D, E, G, H
Parking brake (Foot Type)IMore frequentlyC, D, G, H
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIMore frequentlyC, D, E, F, G
Suspension ball jointsIMore frequentlyC, D, E, F, G

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EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Engine oil and filter
The engine oil and filter should be
changed at the intervals specified in
the maintenance schedule. If the
vehicle is being driven in severe con-
ditions, more frequent oil and filter
changes are required.
HSG (Hybrid starter & genera-
tor) belt
The HSG belt should be changed at
the intervals specified in the mainte-
nance schedule.
Fuel filter (for gasoline)
Kia gasoline vehicles are equipped a
lifetime fuel filter that is integrated
with the fuel tank. Regular mainte-
nance or replacement is generally
not needed but depends on fuel
quality. If there are some important
fuel related problems like fuel flow
restriction, surging, loss of power,
hard starting problem etc, fuel filter
inspection or replace is needed.
The fuel filter be Inspected or
replaced by an authorized Kia dealer.
Fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-
nections
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections for leakage and dam-
age. Have an authorized Kia dealer
replace any damaged or leaking
parts immediately.
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap
The vapor hose and fuel filler cap
should be inspected at those inter-
vals specified in the maintenance
schedule. Make sure that a new
vapor hose or fuel filler cap is cor-
rectly replaced.
Vacuum crankcase ventilation
hoses
Inspect the surface of hoses for evi-
dence of heat and/or mechanical
damage. Hard and brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and
excessive swelling indicate deterio-
ration. Particular attention should be
paid to examine those hose surfaces
nearest to high heat sources, such
as the exhaust manifold.
Inspect the hose routing to assure
that the hoses do not come in con-
tact with any heat source, sharp
edges or moving component which
might cause heat damage or
mechanical wear. Inspect all hose
connections, such as clamps and
couplings, to make sure they are
secure, and that no leaks are pres-
ent. Hoses should be replaced
immediately if there is any evidence
of deterioration or damage.

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NOTICE - NHTSA Safety
Corrosion Alert
NHTSA has warned all vehicle own-
ers of all brands that they must main-
tain their vehicles in a manner which
will prevent brake hose and brake line
failures due to corrosion when such
vehicles are exposed to winter road
salt and related chemicals. While seri-
ous corrosion conditions typically only
manifest themselves as safety issues
after 7 years of vehicle use, the corro-
sion process starts immediately and
thus underbody cleaning maintenance
must commence from your vehicle's
first exposure to road salts and chem-
icals. NHTSA urges vehicle owners to
take the following steps to prevent
corrosion:
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1. Wash the undercarriage of your
vehicle regularly throughout the
winter and do a thorough washing
in the spring to remove road salt
and other de-icing chemicals.
2. Monitor the brake system for signs of corrosion by having regu-
lar professional inspections and
watching for signs of problems,
including loss of brake fluid,
unusual leaks and soft or spongy
feel in the brake pedal.
3. Replace the entire brake pipe assembly if you find severe corro-
sion that causes scaling or flaking
of brake components.
Brake fluid
Check the brake fluid level in the
brake fluid reservoir. The level should
be between “MIN” and “MAX” marks
on the side of the reservoir. Use only
hydraulic brake fluid conforming to
DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification.
Parking brake
Inspect the parking brake system
including the parking brake pedal
and cables.
Brake discs, pads, calipers
and rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear,
discs for run out and wear, and
calipers for fluid leakage.