2020 KIA CADENZA brake light

Maintenance
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OWNER MAINTENANCE
The following lists are vehicle checks
and inspections that should be per-
formed by the owner or an author-
ized Kia dealer at the frequencies
indicated to help ensure safe,
dependable operation of your vehi-
cle.
Any adverse conditions should be
brought to the attention of your deal-
er as soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance Checks
are generally not covered by war-
ranties and you may be charged for
labor, parts and lubricants used.Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
Check the engine oil level.
Check the coolant level in coolant
reservoir.
Check the windshield washer fluid
level.
Look for low or under-inflated tires.
While operating your vehicle:
Note any changes in the sound of
the exhaust or any smell of
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
Check for vibrations in the steering
wheel. Notice any increased steer-
ing effort or looseness in the steer-
ing wheel, or change in its straight-
ahead position.
Notice if your vehicle constantly
turns slightly or “pulls” to one side
when traveling on smooth, level
road.
When stopping, listen and check
for unusual sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel
or “hard-to-push” brake pedal.
If any slipping or changes in the
operation of your transmission
occurs, check the transaxle fluid
level.
Check the automatic transaxle P
(Park) function.
Check the parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your
vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
WARNING- Hot coolant
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot
coolant and steam may blow
out under pressure.

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At least monthly:
Check the coolant level in the
engine coolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flash-
ers.
Check the inflation pressures of all
tires including the spare for tires
that are worn, show uneven wear,
or are damaged.
Check for loose wheel lug nuts.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
Check the radiator, heater and air
conditioning hoses for leaks or
damage.
Check the windshield washer
spray and wiper operation. Clean
the wiper blades with clean cloth
dampened with washer fluid.
Check the headlight alignment.
Check the muffler, exhaust pipes,
shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for
wear and function.
At least once a year :
Clean the body and door drain
holes.
Lubricate the door hinges and
check the hood hinges.
Lubricate the door and hood locks
and latches.
Lubricate the door rubber weather-
strips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate automatic
transmission linkage and controls.
Clean the battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level.

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Maintenance
LIGHT BULBS
Bulb replacement precaution
Please keep extra bulbs on hand
with appropriate wattage ratings in
case of emergencies.
Refer to “Bulb Wattage” in chapter 8.
When changing lamps, first turn off
the engine at a safe place, firmly
apply the parking brake and detach
the battery’s negative (-) terminal.
Use only bulbs of the specified
wattage.
net-work failure
The headlamp, taillight, and fog light
may light up when the head lamp
switch is turned ON, and not light up
when the taillight or for light switch is
turned ON. This may be cause by
network failure or vehicle electrical
control system malfunction. If there is
a problem, we recommend the sys-
tem be serviced by an authorized Kia
dealer.

trical control system stabilization
A normally functioning lamp may
flicker momentarily. This momentary
occurrence is due to the stabilization
function of the vehicle's electrical on
control system. If the lamp stops
flickering after a few moments, the
vehicle does not require service.
However, if the lamp goes out after
the momentary flickering, or the flick-
ering continues, we recommend the
system be serviced by an authorized
Kia dealer.
WARNING- Working on
the lights
Prior to working on the light,
firmly apply the parking brake,
ensure that the ignition switch
is turned to the LOCK position
and turn off the lights to avoid
sudden movement of the vehi-
cle, burns to your skin or fin-
gers, or an electric shock.
CAUTION -Light replace-
ment
Be sure to replace the burned-
out bulb with one of the same
wattage rating. Otherwise, it
may cause damage to the fuse
or electric wiring system.
CAUTION -Headlamp
Lens
To prevent damage, do not
clean the headlamp lens with
chemical solvents or strong
detergents.

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APPEARANCE CARE
Exterior care
Exterior general caution
It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warning
and caution statements that appear
on the label.
Finish maintenance
Washing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish
from rust and deterioration, wash it
thoroughly and frequently at least
once a month with lukewarm or cold
water.
If you use your vehicle for off-road
driving, you should wash it after each
off-road trip. Pay special attention to
the removal of any accumulation of
salt, dirt, mud, and other foreign mate-
rials. Make sure the drain holes in the
lower edges of the doors and rocker
panels are kept clear and clean.
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial pollution and similar
deposits can damage your vehicle’s
finish if not removed immediately.
Even prompt washing with plain water
may not completely remove all these
deposits. A mild soap, safe for use on
painted surfaces, may be used.
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water.
Do not allow soap to dry on the finish.After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired, dry
the brakes by applying them lightly
while maintaining a slow forward
speed.

Index
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Air bag - advanced supplemental restraint system ........3-39
Adding equipment to or modifying your air bag
-equipped vehicle ......................................................3-65
Air bag warning label ................................................3-65
Air bag warning light ..................................................3-42
Curtain air bag ............................................................3-58
Driver's and passenger's front air bag ........................3-54
How does the air bag system operate ........................3-40
Occupant Detection System (ODS) ............................3-46
Side air bag ................................................................3-56
SRS care ......................................................................3-64
SRS components and functions ..................................3-43
Air cleaner ....................................................................7-25
Filter replacement ......................................................7-25
Air conditioning system ..................................................8-5
Appearance care ............................................................7-79
Exterior care ................................................................7-79
Interior care ................................................................7-84
Automatic climate control system ..............................4-133
Activate upon washer fluid use ................................4-145
Air Conditioning refrigerant label ............................4-146
Automatic air ventilation ..........................................4-144
Automatic heating and air conditioning ..................4-134
Checking the amount of air conditioner refrigerant
and compressor lubricant ........................................4-147
Climate control air filter ..........................................4-146Manual heating and air conditioning ........................4-136
Sunroof inside air recirculation ................................4-145
System operation ......................................................4-142
Automatic transmission ................................................5-10
Automatic transmission operation ..............................5-10
Good driving practices ................................................5-16
Battery ..........................................................................7-32
For best battery service ..............................................7-32
Recharging the battery ................................................7-33
Reset items ..................................................................7-34
Before driving ..................................................................5-4
Before entering vehicle ................................................5-4
Before starting ..............................................................5-4
Necessary inspections ..................................................5-4
Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)/
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) ..........5-71
Limitations of the system............................................5-81
System description ......................................................5-71
System setting and activation ....................................5-72
Warning message and control ....................................5-75
Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM)..................................5-93
Brake fluid ....................................................................7-23
Checking the brake fluid level ....................................7-23
Brake system..................................................................5-17
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)....................................5-30
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Index
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Washer fluid ..................................................................7-24
Checking the washer fluid level..................................7-24
Welcome system ..........................................................4-130
Interior light ............................................................4-131
Windows ........................................................................4-29
Power windows ..........................................................4-30
Windshield defrosting and defogging..........................4-149
Auto defogging system ............................................4-151
Automatic climate control system ............................4-149
Defogging logic ........................................................4-150
Winter driving ..............................................................5-155
Carry emergency equipment ....................................5-158
Change to "winter weight" oil if necessary ..............5-157
Check battery and cables ..........................................5-157
Check spark plugs and ignition system ....................5-157
Don’t let your parking brake freeze..........................5-158
Don't let ice and snow accumulate underneath ........5-158
Snowy or icy conditions ..........................................5-155
To keep locks from freezing ....................................5-158
Use approved window washer anti-freeze in system..5-158
Use high quality ethylene glycol coolant ................5-157
Wiper blades ..................................................................7-29
Blade inspection ..........................................................7-29
Blade replacement ......................................................7-29
Wipers and washers ....................................................4-124
Front windshield washers ........................................4-126
Windshield wipers ..................................................4-124