KIA Carens II - Part 2

DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE
Ddvlng Condltlon Requlred ldleTlme

* NOTICE Startlng and StopPing the Fngine Nol necessary
Normal drivinq
lor Turbo Charger lntercooler
If the engine were not startcd within 2 High speod Up to 80 krn/tr About 20 seconds
seconds after the preheating is com- 1. Do not race or accelerate the driving Up to 100 krn/h About 1 minub
oleted. turn the ignition key once more engine immediately after starting' steep mountain slop€s or I
io the LOCK Position during 10 sec' ll the engine is cold, allow the continued driving in excess About 2 minut€s
onds, and then to the ON Position, in enoine toldte lor several seconds ol 100 kmltr
order to preheat again. beiore it is driven to ensure suffi-
cient lubrication ol the turbo charg-
er unit. * NOTICE
2. After high speed or extended driv- Do not turn the engine off immedirrte'
- ino. reo-uirin.q a heavy engine load, lv after it has been subjected to a
th6'enbine should be allowed to heavy load. Doing so may cause-severe
idle, aishown in the chart below, damage to the engine or turbo charger
before turning it otf. uniL
This idle time will allow the turbo
charger to cool prior to shutting the
engine off'
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NANUAL TRANSAXLE
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0F EQUTPPED) Make sure the vehicte is completetv A wannlnc
s,topped before shifting iitto "R
(Reverse) B_efore leaving the driver's seat,
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alw.aV! set the parklng brake lully
and shut the engine off.Then mak6
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* NOTICE sure the transaxle is shifted into
To avoid premature clutch wear and lst gear. Unexpected and sudden
damage, do not drive with your foot vehicle movement can occur if
resting on the clutch pedal. Also, don't these precautions are not followed
use the clutch pedal to hold the vehicle in the order identified.
te- fopped 91an upgrade. (while waiting
E for a traffic light, etc.)
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Fr Ianual Transaxle Operation
The manual transaxle has live for-
ward gears.
Plq:r .tlq clutch pedat down fuily
while shifting, then release it slowly. A
special satety leature prevents inad-
rcrtent shifting lrom 5 (Fifth)
' to R
lReverse). The gearshift levei must
be returned to the Neutral position
before shifting into R (Reversb).
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Recommended Shift Speed Downshifting

The chart shows when to shift lor When you must slow down in a heavy
smooth driving and best fuel econo- traffic or while driving up steep hills,
my. downshift before the engine starts to
This data has been obtained through labor. Downshifting reduces the
tests. You are encouraged to follow chance of stalling and gives better
this shift schedule. Bcceleration when you again need to
You may have to up shifi at higher increase your speed. When the vehi-
speeds than those above il you need cle is traveling down sleep hills,
more power while you are driving on downshifting helps maintain safe
speed and prolongs brake's life.
a hill or passing another vehicle.
However, never operate the engine
with the tachometer (RPM) in the red
area.
Gear Posltiqn -
Speeds Mph(kmlh)
1 0-13 (0-21)
2 13-25 (21-40)
3 25-37 (40-60)
4 37-45 (60-72)
5 Over45 (over 72)
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AUTOMATTC TRANSAXLE (tF EQUtppED)

O/D (Overdrive) System
ITYPE A TTYPE B
Lock release button

pr€vents shift lerrcr
movement without first
depressing the button.
O/D System
Pressing the button de-
activates the O/D mode,
Pressing again re-activates
the O/D mode,
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Shift pattern indicator
shows shift lever position and
n n The shift tever can be moved without
deprossing the lock release button. gear range of the transaxle.
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Automatic Tiansaxle Operation

Z CAUTION A WAnNING - Auromatic
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All normal fonrard driving is done . Do not accelerate the engine in R Transaxle ir
with the shitt lever in the-D (Drive) (Reuerce) or any torward gear
position. To move the shift lever from positlon with the brakes on.- Before leaving the driver's seat, I
the P (Park) position, the brake pedat always make sure the shift lever is
must be depressed, and the lock
. When stopped on an upgrade, ln the P (Park) position; rhen appty
release button must be depressed. do not hold the vehiele siation- the parking brake lulty and ihut
ary wlth engine power. Use the the engine off.
For smooth operation, depress the service brake or the parking
brake pedal when shifting from N brake.
(Neutral) to a fonrard oi Reverse
gear.
o Da not shift from N (Neutral) or p
ParA into 1 (lst), L (Low), 2
(2nd), 3 (3rd), D (Drive), or R
(Reverse) when the engine is
above idle speed.
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Wll"L driving down a stoping road

with the transaxle in O/D (+tti), you
can decrease the vehicle sfeed wltn_
Irllu:rlg the brakes by prbssing the
O/D OFF button.
W,["1j[" ignftion is switched OFF,
O/D OFF mode is automatically can_
celled
OlD OFF lndicator

O/D (Over Drive) System This indicator light illuminates in the
(lf equipped) rnstrument panelwhen the O/D mode HOLD Mode (tf equipped)
is cancelled-
Pressing the O/D system button can_
cels and engages the overdrive sys_ * NOTICE
* NOTICE
tem. When the O/D system is cin- The transaxle will remain in the
celled, the O/D OFF iidicator iilumi_ If the O/D OFF indicator ftashes, it unrit you again depress
nates and the transaxle gear range is indicates an electrical pmblem with YOlp^fSe
the HOLD button, or you shui the
limited to 1st through grO. =fne the transaxle. Should this occur, have engine OFF. While in the HOLD mode,
transaxle will not shift to 4th gear until the vehicle checked by an Authorized do not exceed maximum engine RpM,
the.O/D system button is-presieO Kia Dealer as soon as possible. or you will damage the engine.
again to release the switch.
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This system modilies the automatic Under HOLD mode operating condi- Upshift patterns with HOLD
gear change while in lorward driving ttons the transaxle starts in 2nd gear engaged:
only. and shifts through 3rd and then to 4th
gear, with the gear selector in When the ignition is switched OFF,
Under normal operating conditions D
HOLD mode is automatically can-
the transaxle starts in 1st gear and (Drive).
celled.
shifts through 2nd, 3rd and then to
4lh gear, wilh the gear selector in D shift
HOLD mode
Normal mode
(Drive). position
Use the HOLD mode system when D '1st-4th gear 2nd-4th gear
starting the vehicle from a complete J 1st-3rd gear 2nd'3rd gear
stop on slippery surfaces such as z 1st-2nd gear 2nd gear
snowy, slushy, or muddy roads, when
1 st gear 1st gear
driving up steep inclines, and for L
braking assistance when going down
hills.
Pushing the HOLD button activates
the HOLD mode. Pushing the button
again deactivates this mode.
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HOLD lndicator Light Transaxle ranges D (Drive)

This indicator light illuminates in the P (Park) This is the normal forward driving
rnstrument panel when the HOLD This position locks the transaxle and position. The transaxle will automatl
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mode is selected. prevents the front wheels from rotat_ cally shift through a 4th gear
ing.. Alway_s come to a complete stop sequence, providing the best econo-
- * NOTICE before shifting into this position. my and power.
I If the HOLD indicator flashes, it indi- R (Reverse)
-J tates an electrical problem in the Use this position-for backing-up the 3 (Third, If equipped)
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transaxle. Should this occur, have the vehicle. Move shift lever to this position for
-l vehicle checked try an authorized Kia N (Neutral) towing a trailer during hill climbing
dealer as soon as possible. The wheels and transaxle are not This position also provides engine
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locked. The vehicle wiil roll freely

I braking when going bown hills.
J even on the slightest incline unless
the parking brake or service brakes
are applied.
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2 (Second) * NOTICE A wRnnrNc

Use 2 (second gear) for more power
The transaxle may be damaged if you
. Shifting into P {Park) while the
climbing hills and lor increased brak- vehicle is in motion will cause
ing when going down hills. When the shift into P (Park) while the vehicle is
in motion the drive wheels to lock and you
shitt lever is placed in 2 (second will lose control of the vehicle.
gear), ihe transaxle will automatically
* NOTICE . Always make sure the shift lever
shift lrom 1st to 2nd gear. is latched in the P (Park) position
Always come to a complete stop before so that it cannot be moved
shifting into or out of R(Reverse); you unless the lock release button is
L (Loq If equipped)
may damage transaxle if you shift into depressed.
Move the shitt lever to this position in
R while the vehicle is in motion. .
hard pulling situations and lor climb- Never leave a child unattached in
ing steep grades, a vehicle.
f (First" If equipped)
Move the shift lever to this position in
hard pulling situations and lor climb-
ing or descending steep grades.
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Moving Up a Steep Grade lrom a Shift Lock System (tf equipped) lf. the brqke pedal is repeatedty
Standing Starts depressed and released with the shfft
For your safety, the Automatic lever in the P (Park) position, a chat-
To mcve up a steep grade lrom a stand- Transaxle has a shift lock system
ing start, press the brake pedal, shift the which prevents shifting the transaxle t9riry nols9 near the shift lever may
shift lerer to D (Drive), 3 (3rd ; lf out ol P (Park) unless the brake pedal be heard. This is a normal condition'.
equipped), 2 (2rd)' 1 (lst ; tf equipped) is depressed. Also, the ignition key cannot be
or L (Lo,rv ; lf equipped) depending on To shift the transaxte out ol P (park): removed unless the shift lever is in
load weight and steepness of the grade, the P (Park) position. lf the ignition
and release the parking brake. l.Depress and hold the brake pedal. switch is in any other position, the key
Press the accelerator gradually while 2.Pullthe lever toward you and move cannot be removed.
releasing the service brake. the shift lever.
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BRAKE SYSTEM
Power Brakes ln the Event ol Brake Failure A WnnnlNG - Brakes
Your vehicle has power-assisted lf service brakes fail to operate while
. Do not drive with your loot rest-
brakes that adjust automatically the vehicle is in motion, you can ing on the brake pedal. This will
through normal usage. make an emergency stop with the create abnormal high brake tem-
parking brake. The stopping distance, peratures, excessive brake lining
ln the event that the power-assisted and pad wear, and increased
brakes lose power because of a however, will be much greater than
normal. stopping distances.
stalled engine or some other reason,
you can still stop your vehicle by . When descending a long or
steep hill, shift to a lower gear
applying greater lorce to the brake
pedal than you normally would. The
A wnnrulNc - Parking Brake and avoid continuous applica-
stopping distance, however, will be Pulling on the parking brake while tion ol the brakes. Continuous
longer. the vehicle is moving at normal brake application will cause the
speeds can cause a sudden loss brakes to overheat and could
When the engine is not running, the of control of the vehicle. lf you result in a temporary loss of
reserve brake power is partially must use the parking brake to stop braking performance.
depleted each time the brake pedal is the vehicle, use great caution in
applied. Do not pump the brake pedal (Continued)
applying the brake.
when the power assist has been
interrupted. Pump the brake pedal
only when necessary to maintain
sleering control on slippery surfaces.
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{Continued) Disc Brakes Wear lndicator Rear Drum Brakes (il equipped)
. Wet brakes may result in the
vehicle not slowing down at the Your vehicle has front disc brakes. Your rear drum brakes do not have
usual rate and pulling to one Whgn your front brake pads are worn wear indicators. Therelore, have the
side when thd bra-kes are and it's time for new pads, you will rear brake linings inspected if you
applied. Applying the brakes hear a high-pitched warning sound hear a rear brake rubbing noise. Also
llghtly will indicatC whether thev tront brakes. you
trom your front
from You riav
may hear have your rear brakes inspected each
have been aflected in this waf. this souno
mrs sound come and go oo or it
it mav
may time you change or rolaie your tires
Always test your brakes in this occur whenever you depressdepresr the and when you have the froht brakes
lashion after drlvinq throuoh brake pedal. replaced.
deep water. To dry the brake's,
apply them lightly white main- *
taining a safe forward speed NOTICE Z CAUTION
until brake perlormance reiurns To avoid costly brake rrpairs, do not Always replace brake pads or lin-
to normal. continue to drive with worn brake ings as complete fronf ar rear axle
pads. sefs.
A WAnMNG - Brakewear
This brake wear warning sound
means your vehicle needs service.
lf you ig.nore this audible warning,
you- will eventually lose brakin!
performance, which could lead t6
a serious accident.
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DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE I
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Z CAUTION
When stopped, do not use the
gearchlft lever ln Place of the Park'
ing brake. Always set llre Parktlg
Onke fully and make sure the
qearchift lever is securelY Posi-
lioned in lst (First) gear or R
(Reverse) tor manual transaxle
equipryd vahicles and in P (Park)
for automatic transaxle equlPPed
vehlcles.
Parking Brake To release the parking brake, pullthe
handle up slightlY and Push the
To appty the parking brake, Pull the release button. Then lower the handle
parking brake handle fully and firmly to the released position while holding
upward while aPPlYing the service the button in.
brake.
z cAuTloN
Drlvlng with the Parking brake on
witl ciuse excessive wear of the
brake pads.
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ll the brake warning light remains on Parking on Curbed Streets

after the parking brake is released,
there may be a malfunction in the . When parking your vehicle on an
@@ brake system. lmmediate attention is

necessary.
lf at all possible, cease driving the
vehicle immediately. lf that is not-pos-
uphill grade, park as close to the
curb as possible and turn the lront
wheels away from the curb so that
the front wheels will contact the
curb il the vehicle moves backward.
EII?AKE sible, use extreme caution while
operating the vehicle and only contin- . When parking your vehicle on a
ue to drive the vehicle until you can downhill grade, park as close to the
reach a safe location or repair shop. curb as possible and turn the front
Check the brake warning light by wheels toward the curb so that the
turning the ignition switch 6N (Oo not front wheels will contact the curb if
start the engine). This light witt Ue the vehicle moves fonnrard.
illum.inated when the parking brake is
applied with the ignitibn swilch in the
START or ON position.
Belore driving, be sure the parkino
brake is fully reteased and thb brak6
warning light is off.
During normal driving conditions, lhe . Even with the anti-lock brake sys-
anti-lock brake system operates the tem, your vehicle still requires a
same as a conventional brake sys- suflicient stopping distance. Always
tem. When the anti-lock brake system maintain a sale distance from the
is engaged due to imminent loss of vehicle in lront of you.
traction, a pulsation of the brake . Always slow down when cornering.
pedalwill result and you may hear or The anti-lock brake system cannot
feel"chattering".This is a normal con- prevent accidents resulting lrom
dition and indicates the system is excessive speeds.
functioning properly. . On loose or uneven road surfaces,
When driving a vehicle equipped with operation of the anti-lock brake sys-
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) anti-lock brakes, adjust your driving tem may resull in a longer stopping
(ll equipped) according to lhe road and iratlic con- distance than lor vehicles equipped
ditions and keep the following in with a conventional brake system.
The anti-lock brake system is mind: . Avoid high speeds on wet roads.
designed to prevent lock-up ol the . Do not pump the brakes as you The anti-lock brake system cannot
wheels during sudden braking or would when driving a vehicle not
braking on slippery surfaces. equipped with an anti-lock brake
eliminate the risk of hydroplaning. lf
the anti-lock brake system should
Oompared to a conventional brake system (ABS). ln order lor the ABS
system, the anti-lock brake system fail, the brake system will lunction
provides greater steering control dur-
to lunction normally, press the as a conventional brake system.
brake pedal lirmly, without pumping Have your vehicle checked by an
ing braking in such situations. the pedal. Authorized Kia Dealer or other
competent repair shop as soon as
possible.
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:T NOTICE * NOTICE A WnnUNG - ABS Brakes

. If the ABS warning light is on and . If the battery is discharged and the . The Antl-Lock Brake System
stays on, you rnay hrve a prnblem engine is jump started, the ABS (ABS) cannot compensate for
with the ABS systen. In this case, waming light may come on. This bad road conditions, lor unsale
however, your regular brakes will condition occurs because of a dis- or reckless driving or lor bad
work normally. charged battery and not because ludgment.
. The ABS warning light will stay on therr is an anti-lock brake system . The ABS is designed to improve
for 2-3 seconds after the ignition is malfunction. maximum braking ettectiveness
ON. During that time, the ABS will . Have the battery recharged before on typical highways and roads ln
go through selfdiagnosis and the driving the vehicle. good condition. On road sur-
light will go off if everything is nor- faces which are in poor condi-
mal. If the light stays on you may tion, the ABS may actually
have a problem with your ABS. reduce braking eflectlveness.
Contact an Authorized Kia Dester
for service ts soon as possible.
. Always operate your vehicle at
reasonable speGds that are sale
for weather and lraffic condi-
tions.
. lf the both ABS and Brake warn-
ing lights are ON and stay ON,
your vehicle's brake system will
not work normally. So you may
experience an unoxpected and
dangerous situation when
abrupt braking. ln this case,
avoid high speed driving and
abrupt braking. Have your vehi-
cle checked by Authorized Kia
Dealer or other competent repair
shop as soon aa possible.
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STEERING WHEEL
Power Steering * NOTICE * NOTICE
Power Steering uses energy from lhe
. Never hold the steering wheel If the vehicle is parked for extended
against a stop {extreme right or left periods outside in cold weather (below
engine to assist you in sleering the
turn) for more than 5 seconds with 14 "F/ -10 "C), the power steering may
vehicle. lf the engine is off or if the
power steering system becomes the engine running. Holding the require increased effort when the
steering wheel for more than 5 sec- engine is first started. This is caused by
inoperative, ihe vehicle may still be
steered, but it will require increased onds in either position may cause increased fluid viscosity due to the cold
damage to the power steering PumP. weather and does not indicate a mal-
steering effort.
Should you notice any change in the
. If the power steering drive belt function.
breaks or if the power steering pump When this happens, increase the
effort required to steer during normal engine RPM by depressing accelerator
vehicle operation, have the Power malfunctions, the steering effort will
greatly increase. until the RPM reaches 1,500 rPm then
steering checked by an Authorized release or let the engine idle for two or
Kia Dealer or another competent three minutes to warm uP the fluid.
service centre.
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To tilt the wheel, hold the steerino

wheel and pull the lock release leve'r
down. Move the steering wheel to a
comfortable level, then push the lock
release lever up to lock the steering
wheel in place.
A wnRnlruc
. Never adjust the angle of steer-
ing wheelwhile drivihg.you may
lose your steering control ani
Tilt Steering (tf equipped) caui9 severe personal injury or Horn
A.lilt steering wheel allows you to accidents.
qdjust the steering wheet before you . After adjueting, push the eteer- To sound the horn, press the horn
symbol on your steering wheel.
drive.You can also raise it to the high- ing wheel both up and down to
est levelto give your legs more ro6m be certain it is locked in position. Check the horn regularly to be sure it
when you exit and enter the vehicle. operates properly.
The steering wheel should be posi-

tioned so that it is comlortable foi you
to drive, while permitting you to 6ee
the. Instrument panel warning lights
and gauges.
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Z CAUTION
. To sound the horn, press the
area indlcated by the horn sym-
bol on your stea'ring wheel (see
illustration). The horn will oper-
ate only when this area is
pressed.
. Do not strlke the horn severly to
operate lt, or hit lt with your fist.
Do not press on the horn with a
eharp-pointed obJect.
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TRACTION CONTROL
SYSTEM {( IF
rF EOUIPPI
EQUIPPED ) TCS ON/OFF Mode
2z CAUTION
When the TCS indieator blinks, ln the TCS ON mode, the indicator in
SLIP control function has been the instrument cluster will not be illu-
activated. It also means that the minated.
road is slippery or yaur car is The indicator will illuminate when the
accelerating excessively. ln this ignition key is turned to the "ON" posi-
situatian, release foot pressure tion, but should go off after 3 sec-
from the accelerator pedal and onds. lt means the TCS is in the
maintain moderate speed. stand-by status and at the moment of
the actual operation of the TCS, the
A wRnrurruc indicator will blink.
On slippery road surfaces, the trac- Traction control is a driving aid; all To switch to TCS OFF mode, press
tion control system(TCS) limits the normal precautions for driving in the TCS switch. System will be deac-
drive wheels from spinning exces- inclement weather and on slippery tivated and the TCS indicator in the
sively, thus helping the car to acceler- road surfaces should be observed. instrument cluster will illuminate.
ate. lt also provides improved driving
lorce and steering performance as lf the TCS indicator slays on in the
the car turns at accelerated speeds. TCS ON mode, take your car to your
Authorized Kia Dealer and have the
system checked.
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* NOTICE
. Stop the engine once. Then restart
the engine, and the TCS mode vill
automatically turn ON.
. When the traction control is operat-
ing properly, you crn feel a slight
pulsation in the velricle. This is only
thc effect of brake contml and indi-
cates nothing unusual.
. When the engine strrts, a click is
heard from the engine compart-
ment; however, this is only the sound
of traction control being checked.
. When moving out of the mud or
fresh snown pressing the accelerator
pedal may not cause the engine
speed to increase.
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (GASOLINE ENGINE . WITH TACHOMETER}

ITYPE A
1. Tachometer
2. Turn signal indicators

3. Speedometer
4. Engine temperature gauge
5. Warning and indicator lights
ITYPE B 6. Tripmeter / Odometer
7. Trip meter reset button
8. Shift position indicator (A/T only)
9. Fuel gauge
RFJB4Ol 1/RFJB4Ol 1A
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INSTRUMENT CLUIITER (GASOL|NE ENGTNE - W|THOUT TACHOMETER)

rTYPE A
60 70
80
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2. Speedometer
3. Engine temperalure gauge
5. Tripmeter I Odometer
rTYPE B 6. Trip meter reset button
7. Shifl position indacator (A/T only)
B, Fuel gauge
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (DIESEL ENGINE - WITH TACHOMETER)

rTYPE A
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s 60 70 ,\
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4)
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1. Tachometer

3. Speedometer
ITYPE B 6. Tripmeter / Odometer
7, Trip meter reset button
B. Shifl position indicator (A/T onty)
9. Fuel gauge
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (D|ESEL ENctNE - WTTHOUT TACHOMETER)

rTYPE A
3',f. e
llPH
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2. Speedometer
5. Tripmeter / Odometer
rryPE B 6. Trip meter reset button
7. Shift position indicator (A/T only)
8. Fuel gauge
RFJB4Ol 4/RFJ84O144
GAUGES
Speedometer Digsel Engine Tachometer (ll equipped)
The speedometer indicates the lor- The tachometer indicates the approx-
ward speed of the vehicle. imate number ol engine revolutions
per minute (rpm).
Odometer Use the tachometer to select the cor-
The odometer indicates the total dis- rect shift points and to prevent lug-
ging and/or over-rewing the engine.
tance the vehicle has been driven.
The tachometer pointer may move
slightly when the ignition switch is in
Trip Meter 2BLA425D
ACC or ON position with ihe engine
The trip meter indicates the distance Gasoline Engine OFF. This movement is normal and
since the last time the trip meter reset will not affect lhe accuracy of the
button was pressed. tachometer once the engine is run-
It can be returned to zero by pushing ning
the reset button.
* NOTICE
Do not operate the engine within the
tachometer's RED ZONE.
2BLA426C This may sause seyene engine damage.
* NOTICE
If the gauge pointer moves beyond the
normal range ansa toward the t'Htt
position, it indicates overheating that
may damage the engine.
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Engine Temperalure Gauge Fuel Gauge

This gauge shows the temperature of The fuel gauge indicates the approx-
the engine coolant when the ignition imate amouht ol luel remaining in the
switch is ON. lueltank.
Do not conlinue driving with an over- Fuel tank capacity - 55 liters. (14.3 us
heated engine. ll your vehicle over- gal.)
heats, reler to "Overheating" in the The fuel gauge is supplemented by a
lndex. low fuel warning light, which will illu-
minate when the luel level has
dropped to about 9 liters. (2.34 us
gal.)
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WARNINGS AND INDICATORS

Warning Lights / Audible lndicators I
Traction Control lndicator O/D OFF lndicator
to/D I
equippedl i fCS
,
Lishts (lf (lf equipped)

Checking operation i loFFl
All warning lights are checked by
turning the ignition switch ON (do not The TCS indicator will illuminate This indicator comes on when the
start the engine). Any light that does when the ignition key is turned to the O/D system is deactivated
not illuminate should be checked by "ON" position, but should go off after
an Authorized Kia Dealer or another 3 seconds. lt means the TCS is in the
stand-by status and at the moment of HOLD lndicator
competent service cenlre. (lf equipped)
the actual operation of the TCS, the
After starting the engine, check to indicator will blink. LTi"I
make sure that all warning lights are
otf. lf any are still on, this indicates a Press the TCS switch, then the sys- lndicates that the Automatic Transaxle
situation that needs attention. When tem will be deactivated and the TCS is in HOLD mode.
releasing the parking brake, the indicator will illuminate.
brake system warning light should go lf the TCS indicator stays on in the Anti-Lock Brake System
off. The fuel warning light will stay on TCS ON mode, take your car to your
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(ABS) Warning Light
if the fuel level is low. Authorized Kia Dealer and have the (lf equipped)
system checked.
This light illuminates when you start
the engine. The light will go off if the
ABS system is operating normally.
Also, this light illuminates if the key is
turned to ON and goes off in 2-3 sec-
onds if the system is operating nor-
mally.
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Preesure Charging System Warning
F:$ftfj;1g':"
(ll
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\tYarnlng Light equipped)
@ frl?lilino"
This warning light indicates the This warning light indicates a mal-
engine oil pressure is low. function of either the generator or
lf two warning lights illuminate at the electrical charging system.
same time while driving, your vehicle ll the warning light illuminates while
has a problem with ABS and EBD driving: lf the warning light comes on while
system. 1. Drive salely to the side of the road the vehicle is in motion:
ln this case, your ABS system and and stop. 1. Drive lo the nearest sale location.
regular brake system may not work 2. With the engine off, check the 2. With the engine off, check the gen-
normally. Have the vehicle checked engine oil level. ll the level is low, erator drive belt for looseness or
by an Authorized Kia Dealer or other add oil as required. breakage.
compelent repair shop as soon as ll the warning light remains on after 3. ll the belt is adjusted properly, a
possible. adding oil or if oil is not available, call problem exists somewhere in the
an Authorized Kia Dealer or other electrical charging system. Have
A wlnurne competent repair shop. an Authorized Kia Dealer or other
ll the both ABS and Brake warning competent repair shop to correct
the problem as soon as possible.
lights are ON and stay ON, your * NOTICE
vehicle's brake system will not If the engine is not stopped immediate-
work normally. So you may experi- ly, severe damage could result.
* NOTICE
ence an unexpected and danger' or
Do not drive the vehicle with a loose
ous iltuation when abrupt brak- broken generator belt; the engine
ing. ln this case, avoid high speed could be damaged by overheating
driving and abrupt braking. Have because this belt also drives the engine
your vehicle checked by cooling fan.
Authorized Kia Dealer or other
competent repair shop as soon aa
poesible.
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Safety BeltWarning Shift Pattern Low brake tluid level warning

lndicators It the warning light-remains on, it may
(Automatic @@@@ooo indicate that the brake fluid level in
lf the driver's laplshoulder belt is not Transaxle Only) the reservoir is low.
fastened when the key is turned ON lf the warning light remains on:
or if it is unlastened after the key is The individual indicators illuminale to
ON, a chime sounds and the salety show the shift lever selection. The P 1. Drive carelully to the nearest sale
(Park) and R (Reverse) symbols are location and stop your vehicle.
belt warning light remains on tor 6
illuminated by red lights and the N With the engine stopped, check
seconds. ll lhe system does not oper- 2.
ate as described, see an Authorized
(Neutral), D (Drive), 3 (Third), 2 the brake fluid level immediatelY
(Second), 1 (First) and L (Low) sym- and add lluid as required. Then
Kia Dealer or other competent repair
bols are illuminated by green lights. check all brake components for
shop for assistance.
fluid leaks.
Parking Brake & Brake
m
Rear Fog light lndicator 3. Do not drive the vehicle il leaks are
(tf equipped) Fluid Warning lound, the warning light remains on
Parking brake warning or the brakes do not operate ProP-
This light is illuminated when the
it
erly. Have towed to any
This light comes on when the log Authorized Kia Dealer lor a brake
lights are ON. parking brake is applied with the igni- system inspection and necessary
tion switch in the START or ON posi- repairs.
tion. The warning light should go otl
when the parking brake is released. To check bulb operation, check
whether the parking brake and brake
lluid warning light illuminates when
the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion
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A waRuuqo Rear Hatch Window lmmobilizer lndicator

Driving the vehicle with a warning Defroster lndicator (lf equipped)
light on is dangerous. lf the brake (lf equipped)
warning light remains on, have the
This light comes on when the rear hatch This light comes on when the immo-
brakes checked and repaired defroster switch is depressed to remove bilizer key is inserted and turn it to
immediately by an Authorized Kia
Dealer.
the frost on the rear hatch glass. the 'ON' opsition.
!
Press the switch again to shut off the
i defroster when the frost is removed. Glow Indicator
i
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Low Fuel LevelWarning The rear hatch window defroster will (Diesel Engine Only)
I
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This warning light indicates the fuel
It will also turn off whenever you This light is turned on during warm-
i remove the ignition key. up and turned off after it"
'
tank is nearly empty. The warning
i.
light will come on when the fuel level
i
has dropped to about 9 liters. Refuel Door Ajar Warning * NOTICE

i as soon as possible. Ifthe glow indicator continues to illu-
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minate after the engine has warmed up
Headlight High Beam This warning light comes on when a or rvhile driving, check the system tly
:
lndicator door is not closed securely with the an Authorized kia Dealer or other
ignition in any position. competent repair shop as soon as pos-
i
I sible.
ti
I This indicator activates when the
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headlights are on and in the high
t beam position or when the turn signal
I lever is pulled into the Flash-to-Pass
t
i position.
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L
Malfunction lndicator Z CAUTION Air Bag Warning

(lf equipped)
This indicator light is part of

. Prolonged driving with the (lf equipped)
Engine Control System
Malfunction lndicator Light This warning light will blink for
[H
the
Engine Control System which moni- (ce/ illuminated may cause approximately 6 seconds each time
tors various emission control system damage to the emission control you turn the ignition switch to the ON
components. lf this light illuminates sysfems which could effect dri- position.
while driving, it indicates that a poten- vability and/or fuel economy.
lf this indicator does not do this or i{ it
tial problem has been detected . It the Engine Control Sysfem illuminates while the vehicle is being
somewhere in the emission control Malfunction lndicator Light (c@ ) driven, see an Authorized Kia Dear or
systems. begins to flash ON and OFF, another competent service centre for
Generally, your vehicle will continue potential catalytic converter dam- immediate service.
lo be drivable and will not need tow- age is possible which could
ing, but have the system checked by result in loss of engine power.
an Authorized Kia Dealer or other Have the Engine Control Sysfem
competent repair shop as soon as inspected as soon as possible by
possible. an Authorized Kia Dealer.
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Sedimentor Level Warning Safety Belt Warning Chime Key Reminder Warning Chime
(Dieeel Engine Only)
ll the driver's seat belt is not fastened lf the driver's door is opened and the
with the ignition switch on, the safety ignition key is left in the ignition
The light comes on if water in the belt warning chime will sound approx- switch, the key reminder warning
sedimentor is accumulated more imately for 6 sec. chime will sound. This is lo prevent
than normal. Drain water il the light is you from locking your keys in the
turned on. Driving with the light on vehicle.
may damage the engine. Lights-On Warning Ghime
The lights-on warning chime will Overspeed Warning Ghime
sound if the headlight switch is left in (lf equipped)
the 1st or 2nd position and the door is
opened. lf you drive with the speed ol 120
km/h or more, the overspeed warning
chime will sound. This is to prevent
you from driving your vehicle with
overspeed.
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BACK WARNING SYSTEM

(rF EQUTPPED) This system will activate when the . There is a chance of malfunction of
back up light comes on with the igni- the back warning syst€m when driv.
tion switch is in "ON" position. The ing in uneyen surfaces such as
warning signal will alert 2 intervals. woods, gravel road, jagged road, or
The 1st warns intermittently and 2nd gradient"
warns consecutively. lf you hear an . Do not push, or scratch the surface
audible warning sound when shifting of the sensor, This will likety damage
the gear to "R" position, this does not
the covering.
indicate malfunction of the vehicle
---,,'\( ffi Sensor
because it is the sign that the back
. The sensor system might not necog-
warning system is operating normal- nize sharp objects, thick winter
ly. clothes or sponges which absorb the
frequency.
This system leatures lour supersonic
ware sensors in the rear bumper * NOTICE
which measure the distance from the . Back warning system should only be A wlnnrruc
nearest object. lt warns the driver considered as a supplementary func- lf you don't hear an audible warn-
when the car approaches an object to tion. The driver must check the rear ing sound or il the buzzer sounds
prevent possible damage to the view. intermittently when shifting the
bumper. . The audible warning signal can be gear to "R" position, this indicate a
different depending on the objects. malfunction in the back warning
. system. ll this occurs, have your
The audible warning signal might vehicle checked by your Kia dealer
not activate in case the sensor is as soon as possible.
frozen or stained with dirt or mud.
LIGHTING
Battery Saver Function Taillight position
, The purpose of this leature is to When the light switch is in the taillight
position (1st position), the tail, posi-
prevent the battery from being dis-
charged . The system automatically
tion, license and instrumenl Panel
lighls are ON.
lurns otl the small light when the
driver removes the ignition key and
opens the driver- side door. Headlight position
. With this leature, the tail 'light will When the light switch is in the head-
be turned ofl automaticallY il the light position (2nd position) the head,
driver parks on the side of road at tail, position, license and instrument
night. panel lights are ON.
Lighting Control
lf necessary, to keep the lighls on
when the ignition switch is removed, The light switch has a Headlight and
perform lhe lollowing : a Taillight position.
1) Open the driver-side door. To turn the lights on, turn the knob at
2) Turn the taillights OFF and ON
the end ol the control lever.
again using the light swilch on the
steering column.
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High - Beam Operation Flashing headtights Turn Signals

To iurn on the high beam headlights, To flash the headlights, pull the lever
The ignition switch must be on for the
push the lever away from you. Pull it towards you. lt will return the normal turn signals to lunction. To lurn on the
back for low beams. position when released. The head-
light switch does not need to be on to
turn signals, move the lever up or
The high-beam indicator wilt liqht use this flashing fealure'
down. Green arrow indicators on the
when tlie lreioiighi"ni;h ;";. ;;; instrument panel indicate which turn
switched on. signal is operating. They will self-can,
To prevent the battery from being dis- cel after a turn is completed. lf the
charged, do not leave the lights on for indicator continues to flash after a
a prolonged time while lhe engine is turn, manually return the lever to the
not running. OFF posilion.
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' DRtvtNG YouR vEHlcLE
Daytime Running Light (lf equipped)

Lane change signals
To sional a lane change, move the
turn s'iqnal lever slightly and hold it in
&r-7E
,ffill
Davtime Running Lights (DRL) can
make it easier lor others to see the
Fffi
oositioir. The lever will return to the
l\E front ol vour vehicle during the day'
DRL cari be helptul in many different
bFF position when released. Jrivino conditioris, and it is especially
ll an indicator stays on and does not helplui after dawn and belore sunset'
fiJJn or il it llashei abnormally, one ol The DRL sYstem will make Your low-
tne turn signal bulbs maY be burned
out and will require rePlacement' beam headlights turn OFF when:
1.The head light switch is ON.
2.The parking brake is engaged'
Front Fog Light (lf equiPPed)
3.The taillight switch is ON'
To turn the front log lights ON, turn
the headlights ON and then dePress
the lront tog lights switch.
To turn it OFF, dePress it again or
turn the headlights OFF.
Description of switch
r 5 Seats
Loadrnq on
Position hronl Kear
Trunk
seats 1st seats
1 driver
0
z persons
z persons J persons
2 z persons 3 persons 84 kq
3 1 driver 345 kq
Headlight Leveling Device r 6 Seats Rear Fog Light (lf equipped)

(lf equipped) Loadrnq on
Front Rear Rear
To turn the rear fog lights ON, turn
This device is provided to avoid daz- seab 'l$ seab 2nd seab Trunk the headlights ON and then depress
zling other road users. Headlamp l di\€r the rear fog lights switch. To turn it
level can be adjusted by rotating the 0
2 persorE OFF, depress it again or turn the
lhumb-wheel switch in accordance 2 persss 2ssrs headlights OFF.
with the following settings. 2 2 oersors 2 persors 2 persorc arla
3 1di\€r 345lq
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WIPERS AND WASHERS

* NOTICE
If there is a heavy accumulation of
snow or ice on the windshield, you
have to wait for about 10 minutes for
the proper windshield operation.
ttllindshleld Wipere Auto Control (if equipped)

The ignition switch must be ON to When the windshield wiper switch is
operate the wipers and washers. placed in the "AUTO" position, the
Move the switch to desired position. rain sensor located on the upper end
INT - lnlermitent wiper operation ol windshield glass sen.sbs the
1 - Normalwiper speed amount ol rainfalland controls for the
appropriate lengrth of the intervals
2 - Fasl wiper speed between wipes appropriately.
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A WARNING
When the ignition switch is on and
the windshield wiper switch is
placed in the "AUTO'mode, please
use caution in the lollowing cases
to avoid any hand injury :
. Do not touch the upper end of
the windshield glass lacing the
ratn sensor.
Do not wipe the upper end ol the RFJ&1030
windshield glass with a cloth.
Variable lnterm ittent Wipers
Do not put pressure on the wind-
shield glass. Set the lever to the INT/AUTO posi-
tion and choose the desired wiper
interval by turning the ring.
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* NOTICE
. To prcvent possible damage to tlre
wipers or windshield, do not operate
the wipers when the windshield is
dry.
. To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, do not use gasoline, kerosene,
paint thinner, or other solvents on or
near them.
. To prevent damage to the wiper
arms and other components, do not
One -TouchWiper attempt to move the wipers manual- Windshield Washers
For a single wiping cycle, push the ly. ln the OFF position, pull the lever
lever loruard and release it with the gently toward you to spray washer
lever in the OFF position, fluid on the windshield and to run the
The wipers will operate continuously wipers 2-3 cycles.
il the lever is pushed forward and Use this function when the wind-
held. shield is dirty.
The spray and wiper operation will
continue until you release the lever.
448
lf the washer does not work, check Z CAUTION

the washer fluid level. lf the fluid level Do not use the washer in freezing
is not sufficient, you will need to add temperatures without 1st warming
appropriate non-abrasive windshield the windshield with the defrosters:
washer fluid to the washer reservoir. the washer solution could freeze on
The reservoir filler neck is located in cantact with the windshield and
the front of the engine compartment obscure your vision.
on the driver side.
* NOTICE
To prevent possitrle damage to the RearWindow Wiper and Washer
washer pump, do not oPerate the
washer when the fluid reservoir is Switch {lf equipped)
empty. Push the lower switch to operate the
rear wiper only. Push the uPPer
switch to spray washer fluid and to
operate the wiper. Washer fluid con-
tinues to be sprayed when the switch
is pushed and held.
Release the switch to stop the spray-
ing operation.
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DEFROSTER
Font (ll oquippod) The defroster clears frost, log and lf your vehicle is equipped with the
thin ice lrom the interior and exterior outside rearview mirror defroster, you
l:
jili#i:::i:l:.:::::::r:l of the lront windshield and rear win- can also clear frost from the mirror by
F:iii:::::il '::i.I
l::\rj#:ll dow, while the engine is running. depressing this rear window delroster
t1',iii$iii;ti,h switch.
ItlffiI'llV
!,t,iilji:lli:llil : i::i * NOTICE To activate the defroster, depress the
l:iffil . corresponding defroster switch. Front
Irili&rdlll To prevent damage to the conductors
bonded to the inside surface of the windshield and rear window delroster
bottom of the front windshield and indicators illuminate when the
the rcar window, never use sharp defrosters are on. The delrosters
instruments or window cleaners con- automatically turn ofl after about 20
taining sbrasives to clean the win- minutes, or when the ignition switch
dow. is turned off. To turn otf the defroster,
. press the corresponding delroster
To prevent the battery from being
ffi
switch again.
discharged, operate the defroster
only while the engine is running. ll there is heavy accumulation ol
. The front snow on the rear window, brush it otl
windshield defroster is
designed to defrost yiper blades. If
belore operating the rear delrosler.
\strsl you want to defmst and defog on the
front windshield, refer to
lf your vehicle is equipped with an
outside rearview mirror defroster, it
"Windshield Defrosting and will be operating at the same time
Defoggingi' in this section. when you operate the rear window
defroster.
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
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\sEla /
The hazard warning flasher causes
the rear tail lights and front turn sig-
nal lights to flash on and ofi, whiCh
serves as a warning to other drivers
lo exercise caution when approach-
ing or passing your vehicle.
To activate the flasher, depress the
hazard warning flasher switch. This
switch operates in any ignition switch
position.
To turn the flashers off, depress the
switch again.
MANUAL CLTMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (tF EOUtppED)
1. Fan speed control knob

2. Mode selection knob
3. Temperature control knob
4. Air flow control builon
5. Air conditioning button
(if equipped)
Fan $peed Control Knob

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Temperature Control Knob
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Mode Selection Knob

Four (4) adjustable lan speeds are The temperature control knob allows The mode selection knob controls the
provided which increase as the num- you lo control the temperature of the direction ol lhe air flow through the
ber increases. The ignition switch air llorving from the ventilation sys- ventilation system.
rnust be in the ON position lor lan tem.To change the air temperature in
operation. the passenger compartment turn the
0 - Fan otl knob to the right for warm and hot air
1 - Low speed or left for cooler air
2 - Medium speed
3 - High speed
4 - Maximum speed
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Face position
@ Air flow is directed toward
* the upper body and face.
Additionally, each outlet
can be controlled to direct
the air discharged from the
outlet. (outlet Port: i$,:, i0)
C{C
ir
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The air from outlet port D flows at any mode. Close the ventilation outlets
using the knob to bl6ck the air flow if you do not want the air'
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Face - lloor position Floor - defrost position Defrost position

Air flow is directed towards Most of the air llow is
the lace and the floor. The directed to the floor and
Most ol the air flow is
air to the lloor is warmer directed to the windshield
the windshield with a small with a small amount of air
than the air to the face amount directed
(except when the tempera- to the directed to the side window
side window defrosters. defrosters.
ture control is set td tne (outlet port: @, @,@)
extreme cold position). (outlet port: @, @)
(outlet port:@,@', When the floor-defrost
O) position is selected the air- When the defrost position
co.nditioning (lf euqipped) is selected the air-condi-
Floor position will be auromdiiiaily tioning (if equipped) wiil be
automatically turned on
t---:l Most of rhe air flow is turned on and outsid6 and outside (fresh) air
(fresh) air mode wilt be
iU I directed to rhe floor, with a mode will be selected.
i ' I smail amount ol the air selected. ll you don't want
the air-conditioninq refer to ll you don't want the air-
being directed to the wind_
"How to cancel foiced air- conditioning reler to ,,How
shield and side window to cancel forced air-condi-
defroster. conditioning operation in
(ouilet port:O,@) floor-defrost and defrost tioning operation in floor-
position" in windshield defrost and defrost posi-
defrosting and defogging lion" in windshield delrost-
sectron. ing and delogging section.
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Air Flow Gontrol Button Z CAUTION Outside (fresh) air position

Reclrculated alr posltlon Continued climate control sYstem
operation in the recirculated air
poeition may allow humiditY to Air will enter the ventilation system
increase inside the vehicle which from outside the vehicle. Use this
Almost all outside air flow into the may fog the glase and obscure vis' position lor normal ventilation and
vehicle is shut otf, and air wiihin the ibitw heating.
vehicle will be recirculated. Whenever you stari the engine, the
This position can be used temporari-
ly lor maximum heating or cooling (il
A wnRntnc air flow control will be sel at outside
(lresh) air position. lf you want lhe
Don't sleep in a vehicle with air recirculated air position, press the
equipped with an air conditioning) conditioning system on. lt maY
and to help prevent undesirable out- corresponding button.
cauge serious harm or death to To cancel the forced outside(fresh)
side air flow into the vehicle. passengers due to rare densitY of air position when the engine has
oxygen and drop ol bodY temPera' started, refer to the canceling proce-
ture. dure in "Windshield Delrosting and
Delogging" section.
System Operation 3. Set the temperature control knob

Ventilation to the desired position.
1. Set the mode selection knob to the 4. Set the fan speed control knob to
n
s !f Position. the desired speed.
d 2. Set the air intake control button to 5. ll dehumidilied heating is desired,
the desired air position. turn the air conditioning system (if
3. Set the temperature control knob equipped) on.
e
e to the desired position. . ll cool air is desired at face level lor
o 4. Set the lan speed control knob to bi-level operation, set the mode
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the desired speed. selection knob to the €J position.
Air Conditioning Button . ll the windshield fogs up, set the
l (lf equlpped) Heating mode selection knob lo the W
1. Set the mode selection knob to the position.
Push the AIC button to turn the air
; conditioning system on. The indicator rrf position.
light in the button will illuminate when 2. Set the air intake control button to
the lan speed control knob is on. the desired air position.
Push the button again to turn the air
conditioning system off.
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Air canditianing (if equipped) 6. Adjust the fan speed control knob * NOTICE
All Kia Air Conditioning Systems are and temperature control knob to When using the air conditioning sys-
filled with environmentally lriendly maintain maximum comfort. tem, monitor the temperature gauge
R134a refrigerant which is not dam- . lf warmer air is desired at lloor closely while driving up hills or in
aging to the ozone layer. level for bi-level operation, set the heavy traflic when outside tempera-
't. $tart the engine. Push the air con- mode selection knob to the tures are high. Air conditioning sys-
ditioning button. r? position and adjust the tem- tem operation may cause engine over-
perature control knob to maintain heating. Continue to use the blower
2. Set the mode selection knob to the
lace position.
maximum comfort. fan but turn the air conditioning sys-
3. Set the air intake control button to
. When maximum cooling is tem off if the temperature gauge indi-
desired, rotate the temperature cates engine overheating.
the outside air or recirculated air control knob to the extreme lelt
position.
position and set the air intake con-
4. Set the temperature control knob trol button to the recirculated air
to the desired position. position, then set the lan speed
5. Set the lan speed control knob to control knob to the highest speed.
the desired speed.
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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CON.

TROL SYSTEM (tF EQUTPPED)
sys- Your vehicle is equipped with an
nge automatic climate control system
rin controlled by simply setting the
tra- desired temperature.
sys.
rer-
rer
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1. Fan Speed Control Button 7. OFF Button

2. AUTO (Automatic Control) Button 8. Defrost Bulton
3. lndicator Light 9. Air Flow Control Butlon
4. Mode Selection Buiton 10. Air Quality Control System (lf [quipped)
5. Temperature Control Button 1 1. Ambient Button
6. Air Conditioning Button
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Automatic Operation 3. To turn the automatic operation off, * NOTICE

press any button except tempera- If the battery has been discharged or
ture control button and AMB but- disconnected, the temperature mode
ton. lf you control mode selection
The Full Automatic Temperature button, air- conditioning bufion,
will reset as Centigrade degree.
Control(FATC) system automatically defrost button, air intake control This is normal condition and you can
controls the heating and cooling sys- adjust the temperature mode from
tem as follows;
button, lan speed button, the
selected function will be controlled Centigrade to Fahrenheit as follows;
1. Push the AUTO button. The indica- manually while other functions Press the temperature down button 3
tor light will come on and the operate automatically upon AUTO seconds or mone with ths AMB button
modes, fan speeds, air intake and indication off. held down. The display shows that the
air-conditioning will be controlled unit of temperature is adjusted to
automatically upon temperature * NOTICE Centigrade or Fahrenheit.
setting.
Never place anything covers the sensor
2. Push the TEMP button to set the which is located on the instrument
desired temperature.
panel to ensune better contml of the
It thetemperature setting is at heating and cooling system.
17'C (62"F), the air conditioning
system will operate continuously.
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ManualOperation Temperature Control Ambient Butlon

r Button
3
The heating and cooling system can
be controlled manually as well by
pushing buttons other than the AUTO The temperature will increase to the The ambient temperature will be dis-
I button. ln this case, the sysiem maximum 32'C (90'F) by pushing on played for 5 sec. before returning to
N
sequentially works according the the up button. Each push ol the button the previous indication.
order of buttons selected. will cause the temperature to increase ll you press OUTSIDE TEMP button
t The functions ol the buttons which by 0.5 "C (1'F) again, the previous indication will be
I are nol selected will be controlled The temperature will decrease to the displayed.
: automatically. minimum 17'C (62"F) by pushing the
)
Press the AUTO button in order to down button. Each push of the button
will cause the temperature to decrease
converl to automatic control of the
by 0.5'C (1"F).
system.
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DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE I
Fan Speed Control Air Flow Control Button Outslde (tresh) air posltion Cg
Button With the outside (fresh) air position l
selected, air enters the vehicle lrom

The fan speed can be set to the This is used to select outside (fresh) outside and is heated and cooled
desired speed by pressing the appro- air position or recirculated air posi- according to the function selected.
priate fan speed control button. tion. When you start the engine with man-
The higher the fan speed is, the more To change the air intake control posi- ually selected recirculated air posi-
air is delivered. tion, push the control button. tion belore the engine off, the air llow
control will be set at outside(fresh) air
Pressing the "OFF' button turns otl position.
the lan. Recircutated air position G
With the recirculated air position To cancel the forced outside(fresh)
S - Fan otf selected, air from passenger com- air position when the engine has
{b - Low speed partment will be drawn tlrough the started, reler to the canceling proce-
* - Medium speed heating system and heated or cooled dure in windshield defrosting and
according to the lunction selected. delogging section.
* - nign speed
i - Maximum speed
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* NOTICE A wRRlttxc Mode Selection Button

It should be noted that prolonged . Continued
operation of the heating in recirculat-
ed air position will causc fogging of the
climate control sys-
tem operation in the recirculated
air.position may allow humidity
ttmooe
I
The mode selection button controls

I
windshield and side windows and the to increase inside vehicle which
air within the passenger compartment may log the glass and obscure the direction of the air flow through
will become stale. the ventilation system.
visibility.
In addition, prolonged use of the air . Do not sleep in a vehicle with air
The air flow outlet port is same as
manual climate control system.
conditioning with the..recirculated air conditioning system on. lt may
position" selected, will result in exces- cause serious harm or death dui
sively dry air in the passenger com- to rare density of oxygen and
partmenL drop of body temperaturb. f?*tij.rr,aj-r.91
Face position
Air llow is directed toward
lhe upper body and face.
Additionally, each outlet
can be controlled to direct
the air discharged lrom the
outlet. (outlet port: @, @)
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Face - floor position Floor - defmst position Defrost Button

Air flow is directed towards Most ol the air llow is
the face and the floor. The directed to the floor and
air to the floor is warmer the windshield with a small When the defrost button is pressed
than the air to the face amouni directed to the side the outside(fresh) air position will
(except when the tempera- window defrosters. automatically selected and the air will
ture control is set to the (outlet port: @, @, @ ) be discharged through the windshield
extreme cold position). The air conditioning will def rost vents. The air conditioning will
(outlet port:@,O,O) automatically on based on automatically operate based on
the ambient temperature ambient temperature. ll you don't
Floor position and outside(fresh) air posi- want the air-conditioning or outside
tion will be selected auto- (fresh) air position press the corre-
Most of the air llow is
matically. lf you don't want sponding button t0 cancel the
direcled to the tloor, with a the air-conditioning or out- opeation.
small amount ol the air side (lresh) air position
being directed to the wind- press the corresponding
shield and side window button to cancel the
defroster. opeation,
(outlet port: @, @)
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1. Start lhe engine. Push the air con-

ditioning button.
* NOTICE
When using the air conditioning sys-
2. Push the mode selection button to tem, monitor the temperature gauge
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3. Select outside air position or recir-
culated air position.
closely while driving up long hills or in
heavy traffic when outside tempera-
tures are high. Air conditioning system
II 4. Select the desired temperature. opertion mav cause engine overheat-
_tt_ 5. Select the desired fan speed
ing. Continue to use the trlower fan but
furn the air conditioning svstem off if
88',€ '/L'tnill,Uill 6. Adjust the fan speed control button
and temperature control button to
the temperature gauge indicates
engine overheating.
Air conditioning operation maintain maximum comfort.
All Kia air conditioning systems are
filled with environmentally friendty
R'134a refrigerant which is not dam-
aging to the ozone layer.
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DRIVING YOUR VEHIGLE
Air Conditioning System . Use the air conditioning system . When operating the air conditioning
OperationTips every month il only lor a few min- system use the outside (fresh) air
utes. position.
. ll the vehicle has been parked in . After the use ol the air conditioning .
direct sunlight during hot wealher, Operating the air conditioning sys-
open the windows lor a short time system, you may notice clear water tem in the recirculated air position
to let the hot air inside the vehicle dripping (or even pudding) on the does provide maximum cooling,
escape.
ground under the passenger side however, continual operation in this
of the vehicle. This is a normal sys- mode may cause the air inside the
. To help reduce moisture inside of tem operation characteristics. vehicle to become stale.
windows on rainy humid days, . The air conditioning syslem
decrease the humidity inside the
vehicle by operating the air condi- includes a function that will aulo-
tioning system. matically turns the air conditioning
. compressor off if engine coolant
During air condiiioning system temperature approaches an over
operation, you may occasionally heating level. The air conditioning
notice a slight change in engine compressor operation will resume
speed at idle as the air conditioning once engine coolant temperature
compressor cycles on. This is a returns to the normal range. Also,
normal system operation charac- the air conditioning compressor is
teristics. automalically turns otf for a lew
seconds when the accelerator is
fully depressed.
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Air Quality Control System

(lf equipped)
Ttre air inllow lrom the outside vehi-
cle be-automatically controlled. press
Ine ( l8-) button to activate tne,Rir
eyatry Gontrol System". To deacti_
vare the.system, press the ( r&
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ron or air intake control bution 6r
set
mod.es setection knob to (
position.
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WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING
AND DEFOGGING ll you don't want the air conditioning
(MANUAL TYPE) or outside (lresh) air position press
the corresponding button to cancel
the operation.
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Do not use defrost position during
cooling operation in extremely
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shield could cause the outer sur-
faee of the windshietd to fog up,
causing loss of visibility.
To Defrost Outside Windshield
1. Select the defrost (tF) position.
To Delog lnside Windshield 2. Set the fan speed to the "3" or "4"
position.
1. Select the lloor-defrost (..9 ) or
delrost (W) position. 3" Set the temperature to the extreme
2. $elect desired temperature. hot position.
4. The air-conditioning will be turned
3" Select the fan speed except "0"
position. on according to the detected ambi-
ent temperature and outside(fresh)
4.The air-conditioning(if equipped) air will be selected.
will be turned on automatically and
outside(fresh) air will be selected. lf you don't want the air condilioning
or outside (fresh) air position press
the operalion.
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. For maximum defrosting, set the 1) Turn the fan speed control knob to
temperature control knob to the the "0" position.
.
exlreme righVhot position and the
lan speed control knob to the high-
est speed.
ll warm air to the floor is desired
@l@ 2) Turn the mode selection knob to
the defrost position (ffi).
3) Push the recirculated air position
button ( c) at least 5 times with-
while delrosting or defogging, set
the mode selection knob to the in 3 seconds.
floor- defrost position. Then the indicator light in the recircu-
. Before driving, clear all snow and lated air position bufion will blink 3
times with 0.5 second ol interval.
ice from the windshield, rear win-
dow, outside rear view mirrors, and How to cancel lorced air-condition-
allside windows. ing operatlon and outside(fresh) ll you want to return to the aulomatic
. Clear all snow and ice from the air posltion in floor4efrost and air conditioning system and
outside(tresh) air position, repeat the
hood and air inlet in the cowlgrillto defrost posltion ;
improve heater and defrostei etfi- same procedure.
When you select the Floor-Defrost or
ciency and to reduce the probabili- Delrost position, the system automat-
ty ol logging up inside ol the wind- ically turns on the air-conditioning Follow the same procedure il you
shield. want to cancel or return to the lorced
system .and outside(fresh) air posi-
tion will be selected. outside(fresh) air position when you
start the engine.
lf you don't want air-conditioning and
outside(fresh) air position when
operating in either of these modes
you can turn ofl the air-conditioning
9y9tem operation by perlorming the
followings:
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WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING
AND DEFOGGING lf you don't want the air-conditioning
or outside (fresh) air position press -*r
fI-l: *
{AUTOMATTC TYPE) the corresponding button to cancel r t-
the operation.
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Do not use defrost position during
cooling operation ln extremely
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outside air and that of the wind-
shield could cause the outer sur- To Defrost Outside Windshield
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causing loss of visibility.
I To Defog Inside Windshield 2. Set the fan speed to the S or &
t position.
1 . Press the defrost button (ffi ).
3. Set temperature to the extreme hot
I 2. Select desired temperature.
(25"C*32"C) position.
I 3. Select the fan speed except OFF
4. The air-conditioning will be turned
i ($ ) position. on according to the detected ambi-
4. The air-conditioning will be turned ent temperature and outside(fresh)
on according to the detected ambi- air position will be selected.
ent temperature and outside(fresh)
air position will be selected. lf you don't want the air-conditioning
or outside (fresh) air position press
the operation.
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Then the indicator light will blink

times wiih 0.5 second of interval.
Follow the same procedure if you

want to cancel or return to the forced
outside(fresh) air position when you
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position selected manually before the
engine off.
How to cancel forced air-condition-

ing operation and outside(fresh)
air position in floor-defrost and
defrost position ;
1. Select the defrost position press-
ing defrost button (W).
2. While holding the air conditioning
button A/C depressed, depress the
recirculated air position button
(6 )at least 5 times within 3 sec-
onds.
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DRIVING TIPS
Fuel Requirements ...S-z

Emissioncontrorsystei :::::::::::.,::.. ....s-4
BeforeDriving ......5-6
SuggestionsforEconomical Operation .. .. .... .. i-g
SpecialDrivingConditions ........5-9
TrailerTowing.... ..5-lS
Overloading .......5-24
Vehicleldentification Number ......5-24
Label lnformation. ..5-25
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DRIVING TIPS
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
Gaeoline Englne (Unleaded) Gasoline Engine (Leaded) Gasoline Containing Alcohol and
Your new Kia vehicle is designed to ln countries using LEADED FUEL, Methanol
use only unleaded luel having an your new Kia vehicle must use LEAD- Gasohol, a mixture ol gasoline and
octan€ rating ol91 or higher. ED FUEL. Your new Kia Vehicle is ethanol (also known as grain alco-
Your new Kia is designed to obtain designed to correspond to LEADED hol), and gasoline or gasohol con-
maximum performance with FUEL specifically. Please check your taining methanol (also known as
UNLEADED FUEL, as well as mini- vehicle whether your vehicle can use wood alcohol) are being marketed
mize exhaust emissions and spark LEADED FUEL or not. along with or instead of leaded or
plug fouling. unleaded gasoline.
Do not use gasohol containing more
* NOTICE than 10o/o ethanol, and do not use
gasoline or gasohol containing any
NEVER USE LEADED FUEL. The
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ucc of leaded fuel is detrimental to the
methanol. Either ol these luels may
i catalytic convertcr rnd witl damage cause drivability problems and dam-
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the engine contml system's oxygen age to the luel system.

I sensor and afiect emission control. Discontinue using gasohol of any
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Never add any fuel system cleaning kind il drivability problems occur.
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agents to the fuel tank other than what
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Kla has specified. (Consult an
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DRIVING TIPS
Vehicle damage or driveability prob-

lems may not be covered by the man-
* NOTICE
Never use gasohol which contains
ufacture/s wananty il lhey result from methanol. Discontinue use of any gaso-
il the use of:
I' hol product which impairs drivability.
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1" Gasohol containing more than
s 10olo elhanol.
d 2. Gasoline or gasohol containing
r methanol.
3. Leaded fuelor leaded gasohol.
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DRIVING TIPS
EMISSION CONTROL
SYSTEM Engine Exhaust Gas Precautions . When the vehicle is stopped in an
(Carbon Monoxide) open area lor more than a shori
Vehicle Modifications time with the engine running, adjust
This vehicle should not be modified. Fngine exhaust gases contain car- the ventilation system (as needed)
Modification of your Kia could aflect bon monoxide. Though colorless and to draw outside air into the vehicle.
its performance, safety or durability odorless, it is dangerous and could . Never sit in a parked or stopped
and may even violate governmental be lethal if inhaled.
vehicle for any extended time with
safety and emissions regulations. . Carbon monoxide can be present the engine running.
ln addition, damage or performance with other exhaust fumes.
problems resulting from any modifi- Therefore, if you smell exhaust
cation may not be covered under fumes of any kind inside your vehi-
lvarranty. cle, have it inspected and repaired
immediately by an authorized Kia
dealer or other competent repair
shop. lf you ever suspect exhaust
fumes are coming into your vehicle,
drive it only with all the windows
lully open. Have your vehicle
checked and repaired immediately.
. Do not operate the engine in con-
fined or closed areas (such as
garages) any more than what is
necessary to move the vehicle in or
out of the area.
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Operating Precautions lor . Do not operale the engine at high

Catalytlc Convertere idle speed for extended periods (5
minutes or more).
Your vehicle is equipped with a cat-
alytic converler emission control . Do not modify or tamper with any
device. part ol the engine or emission con-
Therefore, the tollowing precautions
trol system. All inspections and
adjustments must be made by a
must be observed: qualified technician.
. Use only UNLEADED FUEL lor Failure to observe these precautions
gasoline engine (unleaded).
could result in damage to the catalyt-
. Do not park the vehicle over or near ic converter and to your vehicle.
flammable objects, such as dry Additionally, such actions could void
gras$, paper, leaves, etc. Under your warranties.
certain conditions, they could be
ignited by a hot exhaust system.
. Do not operate the vehicle when
there are signs ol engine malfunc-
tion, such as mislire or a noticeable
loss ol performance.
. Do not misuse or abuse the engine.
Examples of misuse are coasting
with the ignition otl and descending
steep grades in gear with the igni-
tion otf.
5-5
DRIVING TIPS
BEFORE DRIVING
Before entering vehicle: Necessary Inspections Before Slarting
. Be sure that all windows, outside Fluid levels, such as engine oil, . Close and lock all doors.
mirror(s), and outside lights are
clean.
engine coolant, brake/clutch fluid, . Position the seat so that all controls
and washer lluid should be checked are easily reached.
. Check the condition of the tires. on a regular basis, with the exact . Adjust the inside and
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. Check under the vehicle for any interval depending on the fluid. outside
Further details are provided in rearview mirrors.
sign of leaks. . Be sure that all lighls work.
. Bs sure there are no obstacles Section 7, Maintenance.
. Check all gauges.
behind you if you intend to back up.
. Check the operation ol warning
lights when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position.
. Release the parking brake and
make sure the brake warning light
goes oul.
For sale operation, be sure you are
familiar with your vehicle and its
equipment.
5-6
DRIVING TIPS
*unk Drlvlng Drugs and Driving

Orhking and driving is dangerous. Driving while under the inlluence ol
mL'@ Drunk driving is the number one con- drugs is as dangerous or more dan-
trlxrtor tothe highway death toll each gerous than driving drunk, depending
par. Alcohol impairs a drive/s judg- on the drug used and the quantity
)ut9f,P ilEnt, vision and muscular coordina- consumed. Don't take drugs and
tun. Even a small amount of alcohol drive.
* atlect a drive/s rellexes, percep-
krs and judgrnenl.
rar"ftrs Pkse don't drink and drive, or ride
vilcF lr *r a driver who has been drinking.
Choose a designated driver il you're
(eAt dh a group, or il you're alone, call a
r€ frrr d_
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5-7
DRIVING TIPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR ECO. . Open windows at high sPeeds can

NOMICAL OPERATION
. Do not use the air conditioner
unnecessarilY. reduce fuel economY.
Your vehicle's luel economy depends . Slow down when driving on rough
. Fuel economy is less in crosswinds
mainly on your style of driving, where roads. and headwi-nds. To helP olfset
you diive and when You drive.
. For longer tire life and better fuel some of this loss, slow down wher
Each of these factors aflects how driving in these conditions.
economy, alwaYs keeP the tires
manv miles (kilometers) you can get inflated io the recommended Pres-
frorna gallon (litre) of fuel. To operate sures. Keeping a vehicle in good.operating
vour vehicle as economically as pos- . conditlon is important both for econ&
3ibte, use the lollowing driving sug- Maintain a safe distance lrom other my and safetY. Therefore' have a'
gestions to helP save money in both vehicles to avoid sudden stoPs' arithorized Kia dealer perform schec.
fuel and repairs: This will reduce wear on brake lin- uled inspections and maintenance'
ings and Pads. Driving ,in. such a
. Avoid lengthy warm-up idling. Once wav will also save fuel because
the engine is running smoothly, extia fuel is required to accelerate A wnnnlNc - Engine off Motiss
beqin driving. Remember, engine back to driving sPeed. off to coa$
waim-uP maY take a little longer on Never turn the engine
cold days.
. Do not carry unnecessary weight in down hills or anYtime the vehich
. Save tuel by accelerating slowlY the vehicle. is in motion. The Power steering
. Do not rest your loot on the brake and power brakes will not functior
alter stoPPing.
pedal while driving. This can cause withbut the engine running'
. Keep the engine in tune and follow heedless wear, Possible damage to lnstead, downshitt to an appropnt"
the iecommended Periodic mainte- the brakes, and Poor fuei economY' ate gear for engine braking effect
nance schedule. This will increase .
the life of all Parts and lower Your lmproper wheel alignment results
operating costs. in'fasier tire wear and lower fuel
economy.
5-8
DRIVING TIPS
$PECIAL DRIVING
ca.: CONDITIONS a wnnNlNG - Downshlfting Rocking the Vehicle
Hazardous Drlving Conditions Downshlfting into l(Flrst) gear lf it is necessary to rock the vehicle to
ilncs wfth a manual transaxle, or L (Low)
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When hazardous driving conditlons lree it from snow sand, or mud, first
wlth an automatic iransaxle, while turn the steering wheel right and left
Al€- are encountered such as water, driving on slippery gurfacee can
snow, ice, mud, sand, or similar haz- to clear the area around your front
cau3e an accident. The sudden wheels. Then, shift back and forth
ards, lollow these suggestions:
change in tire speed could cause
fai't: . Drive cautiously and allow extra the tires to skld. Be carelul when
between 1 (First) and R (Reverse) in
vehicles equipped with a manual
distance lor braking. downshlftlng on slippery surfaces. transaxle or R (Reverse) and any for-
ET . Avoid sudden movements in brak- ward gear in vehicles equipped wiih
^hs-- ing or steering. an automatic transaxle. Do not race
K-€ . When braking, pump the brake the engine. ll you are still stuck after
pedal with a light up-and-down a couple minutes ol rocking, have the
ldion motion uniilthe vehicle is stopped. vehicle pulled out by a tow vehicle to
coes . ll stalled in snow, mud, or sand, use avoid engine overheating and possi-
ehmc second gear. Accelerate slowly to ble damage to the transaxle.
e€rhrry avoid spinning the drive wheels.
nctifrlnr . Use sand, rock salt, tire chains, or
nnnrr& other non-slip material under the
pfqP drive wheels to provide traction
efied" when stalled in ice, snow, or mud.
5-9
DRIVING TIPS
* NOTICE Oriving at Night Driving in the Rain

Prolonged mcking may cause engine Because night driving presents more Rain and wet roads can make driving
over-heating, transaxle damag€ or fail' hazards than driving in the daylight, dangerous, especially il you're not
ure, and tire damage. here are some imPorlant tiPs to prepared for the slick pavement. Here
remember: bre a lew things to consider when
A WnnUNG - spinning Tires . Slow down and keep more distance driving in the rain:
between you and other vehicles, as r A heaW rainlall will make it harder
Do not spin lhe wheels esPeciallY to see and will increase the dis-
at speeds more than 35 mph it may be more ditlicult to see at
(56 km/h). Spinning the wheels at night, especially in areas where tance needed to stoP Your vehicle,
there may not be anY street lights. so slow down.
high speeds when the vehicle is . Keep your windshield wiping equip-
stationary could cause a tire to . Adjust your mirrors to reduce the
overheat, explode and iniure bYst- glare lrom other driver's headlights. ment in good shaPe. RePlace Your
anders. . KeeP your headlights clean and windshield wiPer blades when theY
properly aimed. Dirty or improperly show signs ol streaking or missing
areas on the windshield.
aimed headlights will make it much
more difficult to see at night. , ll your tires are not in good condi-
. Avoid staring directly at the head- tion, making a quick stop on wet
pavement can cause a skid and
lights ol oncoming vehicles. You possibly lead to an accident. Be
could be temporarily blinded, and it
will take several seconds lor Your sure your tires are in good shaPe.
eyes to readiust to the darkness. . Turn on your headlights to make il
easier lor others to see You.
5-10
DRIVING TIPS
. Driving too last through large pud- Winter Driving . Use antifreeze-formulated wind-
dles can aflecl your brakes. lf you shield washer lluid. (Do not use
must go lhrough puddles, try to
, We recommend that you carry
engine coolant antilreeze.)
emergency equipment, including
drive through them slowly. . Do not use the parking brake il it
. lf you believe you may have gotten
tire chains, a window scraper, wind-
shield de-icer, a bag ol sand or salt, might freeze. When parking, shift to
your brakes wet, apply them lightly flares, a small shovel and jumper P (Park) with an aulomatic
while driving until normal braking cables. transaxle, or to 1 (First) or R
operation returng. . Make sure you have sutlicient eth- (Reverse) with a manual transaxle
and block the rear wheels.
ylene-glycol coolant in the radiator.
. Check the battery condition and
cables. Cold temperatures reduce
the capacity of any battery, so it
must be in excellent condition to
provide enough winter starting
power.
. Make sure the engine oil viscosity
is suitable for cold weather.
. Check the ignition system for loose
connections and damage.
5-11
DRIVING TIPS
Snow tlreE A wnnulNc - $nowTire size Tire chalne

lf you mounl snovv tires on your Kia, Snow lires should be equivalent in Mount snow chains 0n your vehicle
make sure they are radialtires ol the gize and type to the vehicle's $tan- when warranted by driving conditions
samg size and load range as the orig- dard tires. Otherwise, the salety Make sure the chains are the correc
inal lir€s. Mount snow tires on all four and handllng of your vehicle may size for your tires. lnstall the chains
wheels to balance your rchicle's han- be advercely aflacted. on the lront tires as tightly as possi-
dling in all weather conditions. Keep ble. ll metal chains are used, they
in rnind that the trac*ion provided by must be SAE class 'S". Cable-type
snolv lires on dry roads may nol be traction devices can also be used.
as high as your vehicle's original
equipmeni tires. You should drive
cautiously even when the roads are
clear. Check wiih the tire dealer lor
maximum speed recommendations.
5-12
DRIVING TIPS
Chain installation
When installing chains, follow the
A wnnNlNG -rire chains . Chains that are the wrong size or
manutacturer's instructions and
. The use ol chains may advercelv improperty lnstalled can iamiot
atlect vehicle handlln!. --' your vehlcle,s brake lines, su-s-
mount them as tighily as you can.
urve stowly with chains installed. lf . Do not exceed 18 mph (30 km/h) pension, body and wheels.
you. hear the chains contacting
the or the chaln manulabtuier's recl . Slop driving and retighten the
or.,chassis, stop anO tilniJn ommended speed limit, whlchev- g1alns any ilme you hear them
^Fdy
hem. ll they still makd contact,-slow er ls lower. hattlng the vehlcle.
clown until it stops. Remove the . prjve carefully and avoid bumps,
srarns as.soon. as you begin driving holes, eharp turns, and othei
m cleared roads. pad lqzads, which may cauae
the vehlcleto bounce.
. Avoid sharp turns or locked-
wheel braking.
5-13
DRIVING TIPS
Drivlng in Flooded Areas

Avoid driving through flooded areas
unless you are sure the water is no
higher than the bottom ol the wheel
hub. Drive through any water slowly.
Allow adequate stopping distance
because brake performance maY be
affected.
After driving through water, dry the
brakes by gently applying them sev-
eraltimes while the vehicle is moving
slowly.
5-'t4
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DRIVING TIPS
TRAILER TOWING
A WAnrulNG -Towing aTraiter Engine
lf you don't use lhe correct equip- Gasoline Engine
Diesel Engin
ment and drive properly, you cdn 15En$rre 1.8 Engine
lose control when you pull a trailer. Item 5 $eats 6 Seats 5 Seats 5 Sals 6 Seats 7 Seats
For example, if the tiailer is too Maximum
heavy, the brakes may not work Without brake 530 530 530
0 0 0
well - or even at all. you and your trailer System (1 168) (11681 (1 1 68)
passen-gers could be seriously or weight With brake 1250 1250 1250
fatally injurqd. Pult a trailer oniy if 0 0 0
you have followed all the steps in ks (lbs.) System (2756) (2756) (27561
this seclion. Maximum permissible
static vertical load on 50 50 50
i. NOTICE the coupling device (110) (110)
Pulling a trailer improperly can dam- tl10)
age your vehick and result in costly kg (lbs.)
lepairs not covered by your warranty.
Recommended distance
To pull a trailer correctly, follow tlie from rear wheel centre 1't 16 11't6 1116
advice in this section.
1o coupling point (44\ (44\ (44t
mm {tnch)
5-15
DRIVING TIPS
Your vehicle can tow a trailer.To iden-

::,- 't I tify what the vehicle trailering capaci'
i:i,
ty is lor your vehicle, you should read
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the inlormation in nVeight of the
:;li Trailef that appears later in this sec-
tion. Remember that trailering is dif-
'l:i '1fl) rrn lerent than just driving your vehicl€
ll:-,,- by itself. Trailering means changes it'
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handling, durability, and fuel econ&
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|--.-.-.. 35 trrr my. Successful, safe trailering takes
correct equipment, and it has to be
used properly.
This section contains many time-tes:'
ed, important trailering tips and safe
ty rules. Many ol these are importar€
lor your safety and that ol your pas-
6-Mlo SOLT + t WASBEn + SPRIN<I WASHER + NUT sengers. Please read this sectts
carelully belore you pull a trailer.
RSTRA
5-16
DRIVING TIPS
Load-pulling components such as the ll You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer Weight of the trailer
engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies, How heavy can a trailer safely be? lt
and tires are forced to work harder Here are some important points if you
decide to pull a trailer:
should never weigh more than 1250
againsl the load ol the added weight. kg (2756 lbs.). But even that can be
The engine is required to operate at . Consider using a sway control. You too heavy.
relatively higher speeds and under can ask a hitch dealer about sway
greater loads. This additional burden control.
ll depends on how you plan to use
your trailer. For example, speed, alti-
generates extra heat. The trailer also . Atter your odometer indicates 500 tude, road grades, outside tempera-
adds considerably to wind resistance, miles (800 km) or more, you can
increasing the pulling requirements.
ture and how much your vehicle is
tow a trailer. For the first 500 miles used to pulla trailer are all important.
that you tow a trailer, don't drive The ideal trailer weighl can also
over 50 mph (80 km/h) and don't depend on any special equipment
make starts at lull throttle. This that you have on your vehicle.
helps your engine and other parts
of your vehicle '\ilea/' in at the
heavier loads.
. The important considerations have
to do with weight:
5-17
DRIVING TIPS
Weieht of the trailer tongue Z CAUTION Hitchas

t
Thdtongue load ol anY trailer is an . Never load a trailer with mare It's imoortant to have the correct hitc-
important weight to measure weiaht in the rear than in the equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks
qdinb Uv, and rough roads are a fev'
l
bebause it aflects the total gross troit.The lront should be loaded T'
vehicle weight {GVW) ol yourvehicle. with aPProxlmatelY 60a/o o! th9 ieas6ns why You'll need the rigl':
T
This weighf includes the curb weight totat tia'iter toad; the rear should hitch. Here are some rules to lollow: :
of the vehicle, any cargo You may be loaded wlth aPProximatelY . Will you have to make anY holes ir I
carry in it, and the PeoPle who will be 40"/o ol the total trailer laad. the 6ody ol Your vehicle when You
riding in the vehicle. Alq if you will , Never exceed the maximum installairaildr hitch?holes ll you do, then :
tow a trailer, you must add the tongue weioht timits of the trailer or trail- be sure to sealthe later wher
load lo the GVW because Your vehi- er lowing equiPment. lmProPer vou remove the hitch.
cle will also be carrying that weighl toading can result in damage to. il vou don't seal them, deadlY car-
The trailer tongue should weigh a vour Tehicle andlor Personal Oon monoxide (CO) from You:
maximum ol 10b/o of the total loaded
'injury. Check weights and load' exhaust can get into Your vehicle
trailer weight. After you've loaded lig at a commerclal scale or as well as dirt and water.
vour trailer, weiqh the trailer and then nilgnway patrol oflice eguiqqed ' The bumpers on Your vehicle are
ihe tongue, separatelY, to see if the with scales. not intended lor hitches. 3o not
weights are proper. ll they aren't, you attach rental hitches 0r other
rnay be able to correct them simPlY to them. Use
bumPer-tYPe hitches
-moving hitch that
by some items around in the only'a liam6-mounted
trailer. do6s not attach to the bumPer'
5-18
DRIVING TIPS
Safety chains Trailer brakes Driving with a traller

You should always attach chains ll your trailer weighs more than S30 Towing a trailer requires a certain
between your vehicle and your trailer. kg (1168 lbs.) loaded, then it needs amount ol experience. Eefore setting
Cross the salety chains under the its own brakes and they rnust be ade- oul for the open road, you must get to
tongue of the trailer so that the quate. Be sure to read and follow the know your trailer. Acquaint yourself
tongue will not drop to the road il it instructions for the trailer brakes so with the feel ol handling and braking
becomes separated from the hitch. you'll be able to install, adjust and with the added weight of the trailer.
lnstructions about safety chains may maintain them properly. And always keep in mind that the
be provided by the hitch manufactur- . Don't tap into your vehicle's brake vehicle you are driving is now a good
er or by the trailer manutacturer. system. deal longer and not nearly so respon-
Follow the manufacturer's recom- sive as your vehicle is by itself.
mendation lor attaching salety Z CAUTION Before you start, check the trailer
chains. Always leave just enough go not hitch and platform, salety chains,
slack so you can turn with your trailer. use a trailer with its own
brakes unless you are abeolutely electrical conneclor(s), lighls, tires
And, never allow salety chains to and mirror adjustment. lf the trailer
drag on the ground. certaln that you have properly set
has eleclric brakes, siart your vehicle
up the brake system. This is not a and trailer moving and then apply the
task for amateurs. Use an experi-
trailer brake controller by hand to be
enced, competent trailer shop for
sure the brakes are working. This lets
thls work. you check your electrical connection
al the same time.
5-19
DRIVING TIPS
During your irip, check occasionally Followlng dlstance Backlng up

to be sure that the load is secure, and Stay at least twice as lar behind the Hold the bottom of the steering wheel
that the lights and any trailer brakes vehhle ahead as you would when with one hand. Then, to move the
are stillworking. driving your vehicle without a trailer. trailer to lhe left, lust move your hand
This can help you avoid situations to the lett. To move the trailer to the
that require heavy braking and sud' right, move your hand to the right.
den turns. Always back up slowly and, il possi-
i
ble, have someone guide you.
i
Passing
You'llneed more passing distance up illaklng tums
I
ahead when you're towing a trailer. When you're turning with a trailer,
And, because you're a good deal make wider turns than normal. Do
t longel you'll need to go much farther this so your trailer won't strike sott
beyond the passed vehicle before shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees,
you can return to your lane. or other objects. Avoid ierky or sud-
I den maneuvers. Signal well in
advance.
I
s'20
L
DRIVING TIPS
Turn elgnals when towtng a trailer Do not connect a trailer lighting sys- Drlving on grades
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle tem directly to your vehicle's lighting
Reduce speed and shilt to a lower
has lo have a diflerent turn signal $ystem. Use only an approved trailer gear before you start down a long or
llasher and extra wiring. The green wiring harness. steep downgrade. lf you don't shitt
arrows on your instrument panel will Your Authorized Kia Dealer can down, you might have to use your
llash whenever you signal a turn or assist you in installing the wiring har- brakes so much that they would get
lane change. Properly connected, the ness. hot and no longer operate efficiently.
trailer lights will also llash to alert
On a long uphill grade, shift down
other drivers you're about to turn,
change lanes, or stop.
z cAuTroN and reduce your speed to around 45
Failure lo use an apprcved trailer mph (70 km/h) to reduce the possibil-
When towing a trailer, the green wlrlng harness could result ln ity ol engine and transaxle overheat-
arrows on your instrument panel will damage ta the vehlcle electrical tng.
llash lor turns even il the bulbs on lhe eystem and/or percanal lnjury. lf your trailer weighs more than 530k9
trailer are burned oul. Thus, you may (11681bs.) and you have an automat-
think drivers behind you are seeing
your signals when, in fact, they are ic transaxle, you should drive in O
not. lt's important to check occasion- {Drive) when towing a trailer.
ally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still
working. You must also check lhe
lights every time you disconnect and
then reconnect the wires.
5-21
DRIVING TIPS
Operating your vehicle in D (Drive) Parking on hills However, if you ever have to park
when towing a irailer will minimize Generally, you should not park your your trailer on a hill, here's how to do
heat buildup and extend the life of vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a it:
your transaxle. lf you have a manual hill. People can be seriously or latally 1. Apply your brakes, but don't shift
transaxle, drive in fourth gear (or, as injured, and both your vehicle and the into gear.
you need to, a lower goafl. trailer can be damaged il they begin a 2. Have someone place chocks
downhill trajectory. under the trailer wheels.
3. When the wheel chocks are in
A wnnNlNG - Parking on a Hiil place, release lhe brakes until the
Parking your vehicl€ on a hill with chocks absorb the load.
a trailq atlached could eause seri- 4. Reapply the brakes. Apply your
ous lniury or death, should a down parking brake, and then shift to Fl
hlll trafectory happen. (Reverse) lor a manual transaxle
or P (Park) lor an automatb
transaxle.
5. Release the brakes.
5-22
DRIVING TIPS
A mnNlNG - parking Brake When yau ane ready to teave after Maintenance When Traller Towing
It can be dangeroue to get out of parking on a hlll
your vehicle il the parklng brake ig Your vehicle will need service more
l.With the manual transaxle in N often when you regularly pull a trailer.
not flrmly eet. (Neutral) or automatic transaxle in
ll you have left the englne running, P (Park), apply your brakes and
lmportant items to pay particular
attention include engine oil, automat-
the vehlcle can mov€ sudden$. hold the brake pedal down while ic transaxlellluid, axle lubracant and
You or othenr could be seriousfu you:
cooling system fluid. Brake condition
or fatally lnlured. . Start your engine; is another important ilem to frequent-
. Shifi into gear;and ly check. Each item is covered in this
. Flelease the parking manual, and the Index will help you
brake.
tind them quickly. ll you're trailering,
2. Slowly remove your loot lrom the it's a good idea to review these sec-
brake pedal. tions before you start your trip.
3. Drive slowly untilthe trailer is clear Don't lorget to also maintain your
of the chocks. trailer and hitch. Follow the mainte-
4. Stop and have someone pick up nance schedule that accompanied
and store the chocks. your trailer and check it periodically.
Preferably, conduct the check at the
start ol each day's driving. Most
importantly, alt hitch nuts and bolts
should be tight.
5-23
DRIVING TIPS
OVERLOADING VEHICLE IDENTIFICAT|oN

Z CAUTION NUMBER (vlN)
The grosa axle welght ratlng
GAWQ and the grase vehlcle
welght ratlng (CVWil for Your
vehicla ate on the manutaeturer'g
laf*rl attachad to the driver's door.
Exc*dlng these ratlngs can
caua6 an accldent or vehlcle dam'
age. You can calculate the weight
of your load by weighing the items
(or people) 0e'forc putting them ln
the vehicle. Be careful nat lo over-
load your vehlcle.
i u-ro
I
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L
l
DRIVING TIPS
LABEL INFORMAT|oN
There are several important labels
and identification numbers located on
your vehicle. The label locations are
identified in the illustralions toilows:
FIFJB3O53
Tire Specification / Pressure Label Airbag Warning Label
5-25
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
Roadtilarning.... ...6-2
Overheating .,......6.3
EmergencyStarling ........€i-4
Electrical Gircuil Protection .,. . ... . €*7
Towlng ... . .. . ... .6-iB
llYou Have a FlatTyre .. .. .6-19
6-1
ROAD WARNING
Depress the flasher switch with lhe
ignition switch in any position. The
/ lr--Z\-tl flasher switch is located in lhe centre
console switch panel. All lurn signal
ffiit
Hil:II
\H[__-_-__]r lir lights will flash simultaneously.
\Er:g^r;ra
\ffi .
.
The hazard warning flasher oper-
ates whether your vehicle is run-
ning or not.
The turn signals do not work when
the hazard flasher is on.
Hazard Warning Flasher . Care must be taken when using the
The hazard warning flasher serves hazard warning llasher while the
as a warning to other drivers to exer- vehicle is being towed.
cise extreme caution when approach-
ing, overtaking, or passing your vehi-
cle. lt should be used whenever
emergency repairs are being made
or when the vehicle is stopped near
the edge of a roadway.
6-2
OVERHEATING
ll your tempsrature gauge indicates ll coolant is not boiling out, allow the A WARNING - Removing
overheating, if you experience a loss engine to idle and open the hood to Radiator Cap
of power, or if you hear a loud knock- permit the engine to cool gradually.
ing or pinging noise, the engine has Do not remove the radiator cap
ll the temperature does not go down when lhe engine and radiator arb
probably overheated. Should any of
these symptoms occur, use the lol-
with the engine idling, stop the hot. Scalding hot coolant and
engine and allow sutficient time lor it steam may blow out under pres.
lowing procedure: to cool. sure. This could cause serious
1. Turn on the hazard warning flash- 4. The coolant level should then be iniury.
er, then drive to the nearest safe checked. lf the level in the reservoir
location and stop your vehicle; set
the automatic transaxle in p is low, look lor leaks at the radiator lf the engine frequently overheats,
(Park), or shift the manual hoses and connections, heater have the caoling system checked and
hoses and connections, radiator, repaired.
transaxle to N (Neutral) and apply and water pump.ll you find a major
the parking brake. leak or another problem that may
2. Make sure the air conditioner is off. have caused the engine to over-
3. ll coolant or sleam is boiling out ol heat, do not operate the engine
the radiator,, stop the engine and until it has been corrected. Call an
call an Authorized Kia Dealer or Authorized Kia Dealer or other
olher competenl repair shop lor competent repair shop for assis-
assistance. tance. lf you do not lind a leak or
other problem, carelully add
coolant to the reservoir.
s3
EMERGENCY STARTING
Jump 9tarting A mnHlNG - Battery Jump starting procedure
Jump starting can be dangerous if
. KaeF all llames or sparks away 1. Make sure lhe booster batierY is
lrom the battery.The battery Pro- 12-volt and that its negative termi-
done incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid
harm to yoursell or damage to Your duces hydrogen gas which may nal is grounded.
vehicle or battery, follow the jumP explode il exposed to llame or 2. ll the booster battery is in another
starting procedures on this page. ll in sparks. vehicle, do not allow the vehicles lo
.
i
doubt, we strongly recommend that Do not attempt to jump start the touch.
you have a competent lechnician or vehicle il the digcharged battery
I
towing service jump start your vehicle is frozen or il the electrolyte level
I
is low; the battery maY ruPture or
* NOTICE explode.
Use only a l}-voltjumper system. You
can damage a l2-volt starting motor,
ignition system, and other electrical
parts beyond repair by use ofa 24'volt
power supply (either two l2-volt bat-
teries in series or a X-volt motor gen-
erator set).
6-c
Connectlng iumper cables
Connect cables in numerkxl grder and disconnect in reverse order.
Jump€r Cabl€s
o(-)
Oc+l
Discharged ban€ry
6.5
3. Turn otl all unnecessary electrical Do not allow the jumper cables to Push-$tarting
loads. contact anything except the cor'
rect battery terminals or the cor- Vehicles equipped with automatic
4. Connect the jumper cables in the transaxle cannot be push-started.
exacl sequence shown in the Pre- rect ground. Do not lean over the
vious illustration. Firsl connect one battery when making connections. A vehicle equipped with a manual
lransaxle should not be push-started
end ol a.iumper cable to the posi- 5. Start the engine of the vehicle with
because it could damage the emis-
tive terminal ol the discharged bat- the booster battery and let it run at
sion controlsystem.
tery, then connect the other end to 2,000 rpm, then start the engine of
the positive terminal on the boost- the vehicle with the discharged Follow the directions in this section
er battery. Proceed lo connect one battery. for jump-starting.
end ol the other iumper cable to lf the cause of your battery discharg-
the negative terminal ol the boost- ing is not apparent, you shauld have ',CAUTION
er battery then the olher end to a your vehicle checked by an Never tow a vehlcle to start it
solid, stationary metallic point (for Authorized Kia Dealer. because the sudden surge tonYard
example, the engine litting brackel) when the englne starfs could
away lrom the battery. Do not con- cause a collision with the tow vehi'
nect it to or near any part that cle.
I
moves when the engine is

t
cranked. Do not connect the
i
jumper cable lrom the negative ter-
I
t minal ol the booster battery to the
I
I
negative terminal ol
the dis-
I charged battery.
6.6
ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT
PROTECTION Fuses Always replace a blown fuse with one
of the same rating.
s'landardw^,m,*, A vehicle's electrical system is pro-
ll the replacement luse blows out,
lected from electrical overload dam-
age by fuses. this indicates an electrical problem.
This vehicle has two luse panels, one Avoid using the system involved and
located in the driver's side kick panel, immediately eonsult an Authorized
Kia Dealer.
"^**ffi)*^"ffi^"J*. the other in the engine compartment
near the battery. Two kinds of fuses are used: stan-
ll any ol your vehicle's lights, acces- dard tor lower amperage rating and
sories, or controls do not work, check main for higher amperage ratings.
the appropriate circuit fuse. lf a luse
has blown, the element inside the
fuse will be melted.
6-7
Fuse panel de*riptlon Engine compartment (Gasoline engine)

lnside the luse box covers, you can ,-,,'.'___:-::_-:--:-_-':::: :
find the fuse label describing luse lll,- ; :.-l l"-"1 i..,.lt
name and capacity. i-,,*"1"..,i'""t1
;gu*i8al fqF,,tr,g:rtB{lirrlBEl
,--r :";l EEEI
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Degcriplion FUSE RATING PROTECTED COIIPONEilT IRR DEF 304 Rear Delreter
INTJECTOR 't5A ECU DRL 10A DRL Unit (ll Equipped)
INJ.DSL 204 ECU FOGIAMP t5A Fog Light (lf Equipped)
ECU 104 Enoine Contrd Unit TAIL 10A TailUsht
(RR FOG) 104 Rear fuq Uqht (ll Equiooed) MMA'Eh/IOH! 1sA Aldo
OFAN 30A Coolino Fan [,lobr IG KEY1 30A lgnition lGy 1
HAZARD t5A Hazard Switch (HLLD} 104 Flead Lillt Le!€lirE Device ilt Equined
lG corl 154 ECU HEAD(LOI /) 154 Head Uoht Low
BLOI/VER 30A Blower Moior HORN 154 Horn
(S/WAMER) 20A SeatWarmer {lf Fouiooed} IG KFY2 30A lgnition lGy 2
llGglw 10A lelode ACT MND.FAN 204 Condenser Fan Motor
{ABS) 30A ABS Unit {lt Equioo€dl F/FILTER 30A Fuel Filter H€ater
{ABS) 25A ABS Unit {lf Eouiooedl RLY.COIL 104 Thenp SW
P/wIN.RH 254 ForverWrdor SW RH DAOCK 2AA Door Lrck
FUEL PUMP 10A Fuel Pumo Unit BTN 30A Stop SW Poiver Ordet
HEAP 254 Head Lioht MAIN 140A Alternator
AlcoN 10A Maonetb Cluth HEATER3 404 Water Heater 3
(s/nooR 204 Sun Flcol Unit flf Eouiooed) GLo/v 604 Glor Plug
P/WN.LH 254 fuiverWndow SW LH HEA1ER2 40A Water H€ater2
STAHT 10A Start Relav HEA]ERl 40A Water Heater 1
HEAOfiI) 204 Head Liotri Hioh
5-11
Diesel engine
Descrip{ion FUSE RANNG PRSTECTED COUPiONE}IT IRR DEF 30A Rear DelrosGr
INJECTOR 15A ECU DRL 10A DRL Unit (lf Equipged)
ItlLj-DSL 2AA ECU FOG TAMP t5A FoS USht (lf Equipped)
ECU 104 Enrine Conlrol Unii TAIL 't0A Tailthhl
{RR FOG) 104 Rear Foo Lioht {lf Eouiooedl FCOtfi,ElnOFTr 15A AJdo
C/FAN 304 Coolino Fan l\lobr IG KEY1 304 lgnilion tGy 1
HAZARD 154 Hazard Switch (HLLD) 10A Herd Lioht Levdlm Devbe {f eouboa
lG colL 154 ECU HEAD(LOW} 154 Head Uoht Low
BLOWER 30A Blower Motor r-ff3RN 15A Horn
(s/wAirER) 204 SeatWarmer 0l Eouiooed) IG KEY2 304 lgnilion Key 2
&GSn^/ 104 t{ode ACT MND.FAN 204 Condenser Fan Molor
(ABS) 304 ABS Unit (lf Eouiooed) F/FILTER 30A Fuel Filter Heater
(ABS) 23A. ABS Unit (ll Eouiooed) RLY.@IL 104 therno SW
P/wlN.RH 254 tuwerWindorSWRH DILOCK 2AA Door lock
FUEL PUMP 10A Fuel PumD Unit BTN 30A Stop SW Folver Orflet
H€AD 25A. Head Liotrt MAIN 140A Alternator
llcoN 104 Maonetic Clut*r HEATER3 40A Wal6r Healer 3
(s/rcoR 204 Sun Root Unil (lf Equipped) GLOW 604 Glo.t Plug
P/ilN.LH 25A FurerWndow SWLH HEATER2 40A Water Heater2
STANT 104 Starl Relav HEATERl 4tlA Waler Heaier 1
HEAD{HI} 20A Head Lioht Hioh
6-11

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DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE

Ddvlng Condltlon Requlred ldleTlme

Recommended Shift Speed Downshifting

AUTOMATTC TRANSAXLE (tF EQUtppED)

Lock release button

Automatic Tiansaxle Operation

Wll"L driving down a stoping road

OlD OFF lndicator

HOLD lndicator Light Transaxle ranges D (Drive)

locked. The vehicle wiil roll freely

2 (Second) * NOTICE A wRnnrNc

ll the brake warning light remains on Parking on Curbed Streets

@@ brake system. lmmediate attention is

:T NOTICE * NOTICE A WnnUNG - ABS Brakes

To tilt the wheel, hold the steerino

The steering wheel should be posi-

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (GASOLINE ENGINE . WITH TACHOMETER}

2. Turn signal indicators

INSTRUMENT CLUIITER (GASOL|NE ENGTNE - W|THOUT TACHOMETER)

1. Turn signal indicators

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (DIESEL ENGINE - WITH TACHOMETER)

2. Turn signal indicators

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (D|ESEL ENctNE - WTTHOUT TACHOMETER)

zgL 427A 2BLA428A

Engine Temperalure Gauge Fuel Gauge

WARNINGS AND INDICATORS

Lishts (lf (lf equipped)

Preesure Charging System Warning

Safety BeltWarning Shift Pattern Low brake tluid level warning

A waRuuqo Rear Hatch Window lmmobilizer lndicator

has dropped to about 9 liters. Refuel Door Ajar Warning * NOTICE

Malfunction lndicator Z CAUTION Air Bag Warning

This indicator light is part of

BACK WARNING SYSTEM

High - Beam Operation Flashing headtights Turn Signals

Daytime Running Light (lf equipped)

Headlight Leveling Device r 6 Seats Rear Fog Light (lf equipped)

WIPERS AND WASHERS

ttllindshleld Wipere Auto Control (if equipped)

lf the washer does not work, check Z CAUTION

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER

MANUAL CLTMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (tF EOUtppED)

1. Fan speed control knob

Fan $peed Control Knob

Mode Selection Knob

Face - lloor position Floor - defrost position Defrost position

Air Flow Gontrol Button Z CAUTION Outside (fresh) air position

System Operation 3. Set the temperature control knob

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CON.

1. Fan Speed Control Button 7. OFF Button

Automatic Operation 3. To turn the automatic operation off, * NOTICE

ManualOperation Temperature Control Ambient Butlon

selected, air enters the vehicle lrom

* NOTICE A wRRlttxc Mode Selection Button

The mode selection button controls

Face - floor position Floor - defmst position Defrost Button

1. Start lhe engine. Push the air con-

Air Quality Control System

Then the indicator light will blink