Get What to do in an emergency Guide for Kia Picanto 4 Door First Generation (2004-2010)

Road warning / 6-2

In case of an emergency while driving / 6-2

If the engine will not start / 6-3

Emergency starting / 6-4

If the engine overheats / 6-6

If you have a flat tire (with spare tire) / 6-7

If you have a flat tire (with TireMobilityKit) / 6-15

Towing / 6-24

Emergency commodity / 6-28

What to do in an emergency

6

What to do in an emergency

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY

WHILE DRIVING

ROAD WARNING

It should be used whenever emergency

repairs are being made or when the vehi-

cle is stopped near the edge of a road-

way.

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If the engine stalls at a crossroad

or crossing

Depress the flasher switch with the igni-

tion switch in any position. The flasher

switch is located in the center console

switch panel. All turn signal lights will

flash simultaneously.

• If the engine stalls at a crossroad or

crossing, set the shift lever in the N

(Neutral) position and then push the

vehicle to a safe place.

• If your vehicle has a manual transaxle

not equipped with a ignition lock

switch, the vehicle can move forward

by shifting to the 2 (second) or 3 (third)

gear and then turning the starter with-

out depressing the clutch pedal.

• The hazard warning flasher operates

whether your vehicle is running or not.

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• The turn signals do not work when the

hazard flasher is on.

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Hazard warning flasher

• The hazard warning flasher should

always be on while the vehicle is being

towed.

The hazard warning flasher serves as a

warning to other drivers to exercise

extreme caution when approaching,

overtaking, or passing your vehicle.

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If you have a flat tire while driving

If a tire goes flat while you are driving:

1.Take your foot off the accelerator pedal

and let the car slow down while driving

straight ahead. Do not apply the brakes

immediately or attempt to pull off the

road as this may cause a loss of con-

trol. When the car has slowed to such

a speed that it is safe to do so, brake

carefully and pull off the road. Drive off

the road as far as possible and park on

a firm level ground. If you are on a

divided highway, do not park in the

median area between the two traffic

lanes.

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What to do in an emergency

IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START

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2.When the car is stopped, turn on your

emergency hazard flashers, set the

parking brake and put the transaxle in

P (automatic transaxle) or Reverse

(manual transaxle).

If engine doesn't turn over or

turns over slowly

If engine turns over normally but

does not start

1. If your car has an automatic transaxle,

be sure the gear selector lever is in N

(Neutral) or P (Park) and the emer-

gency brake is set.

1. Check the fuel level.

2. With the ignition switch in the LOCK

position, check all connectors at the

ignition coils and spark plugs.

Reconnect any that may be discon-

nected or loose.

3.Have all passengers get out of the car.

Be sure they all get out on the side of

the car that is away from traffic.

2. Check the battery connections to be

sure they are clean and tight.

4.When changing a flat tire, follow the

instruction provided later in this sec-

tion.

3. Turn on the interior light. If the light

dims or goes out when you operate the

starter, the battery is discharged.

3. Check the fuel line in the engine com-

partment.

4. If the engine still does not start, call an

authorized KIA dealer or seek other

qualified assistance.

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4. Check the starter connections to be

sure they are securely tightened.

If engine stalls while driving

5. Do not push or pull the vehicle to start

it. See instructions for "Jump starting".

1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping

a straight line. Move cautiously off the

road to a safe place.

2. Turn on your emergency flashers.

WARNING

3. Try to start the engine again. If your

vehicle will not start, contact an

authorized KIA dealer or seek other

qualified assistance.

If the engine will not start, do not

push or pull the car to start it. This

could result in a collision or cause

other damage. In addition, push or

pull starting may cause the catalyt-

ic converter to be overloaded and

create a fire hazard.

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What to do in an emergency

EMERGENCY STARTING

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Jumper Cables

Jump starting

WARNING - Battery

• Keep all flames or sparks away

from the battery. The battery pro-

duces hydrogen gas which may

explode if exposed to flame or

sparks.

Jump starting can be dangerous if done

incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm to

yourself or damage to your vehicle or

battery, follow the jump starting proce-

dures. If in doubt, we strongly recom-

mend that you have a competent techni-

cian or towing service jump start your

vehicle.

(-)

(+)

(-)

• Do not attempt to jump start the

vehicle if the discharged battery

is frozen or if the electrolyte level

is low; the battery may rupture or

explode.

(+)

Discharged

battery

Booster

battery

CAUTION

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Use only a 12-volt jumper system.

You can damage a 12-volt starting

motor, ignition system, and other

electrical parts beyond repair by

use of a 24-volt power supply (either

two 12-volt batteries in series or a

24-volt motor generator set).

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Connect cables in numerical order and

disconnect in reverse order.

WARNING - Battery

Never attempt to check the elec-

trolyte level of the battery as this

may cause the battery to rupture or

explode causing serious injury.

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What to do in an emergency

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Do not allow the jumper cables to con-

tact anything except the correct battery

terminals or the correct ground. Do not

lean over the battery when making

connections.

Jump starting procedure

Push-starting

1. Make sure the booster battery is 12-

volt and that its negative terminal is

grounded.

Your manual transaxle-equipped vehicle

should not be push-started because it

might damage the emission control sys-

tem.

2. If the booster battery is in another

vehicle, do not allow the vehicles come

in contact.

CAUTION - Battery cables

Vehicles equipped with automatic

transaxle cannot be push-started.

Do not connect the jumper cable

from the negative terminal of the

booster battery to the negative ter-

minal of the discharged battery.

This can cause the discharged bat-

tery to overheat and crack, releas-

ing battery acid.

3. Turn off all unnecessary electrical

loads.

Follow the directions in this section for

jump-starting.

4. Connect the jumper cables in the exact

sequence shown in the illustration.

First connect one end of a jumper

cable to the positive terminal of the

discharged battery (1), then connect

the other end to the positive terminal

on the booster battery (2).

WARNING

Never tow a vehicle to start it

because the sudden surge forward

when the engine starts could cause

a collision with the tow vehicle.

5. Start the engine of the vehicle with the

booster battery and let it run at 2,000

rpm, then start the engine of the vehi-

cle with the discharged battery.

Proceed to connect one end of the

other jumper cable to the negative ter-

minal of the booster battery (3), then

the other end to a solid, stationary,

metallic point (for example, the engine

lifting bracket) away from the battery

(4). Do not connect it to or near any

part that moves when the engine is

cranked.

If the cause of your battery discharging is

not apparent, you should have your vehi-

cle checked by an authorized KIA dealer.

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What to do in an emergency

IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS

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4. Check to see if the water pump drive

belt is missing. If it is not missing,

check to see that it is tight. If the drive

belt seems to be satisfactory, check for

coolant leaking from the radiator,

hoses or under the car. (If the air con-

ditioning had been in use, it is normal

for cold water to be draining from it

when you stop).

6.If you cannot find the cause of over-

heating, wait until the engine tempera-

ture has returned to normal. Then,

check to see if the coolant has been

lost, carefully add coolant to the reser-

voir to bring the fluid level in the reser-

voir up to the halfway mark.

If your temperature gauge indicates over-

heating, you experience a loss of power,

or hear loud pinging or knocking, the

engine is probably too hot. If this hap-

pens, you should:

1. Pull off the road and stop as soon as it

is safe to do so.

7.Proceed with caution, keeping alert for

further signs of overheating. If over-

heating happens again, call an author-

ized KIA dealer for assistance.

2. Place the gear selector lever in P (auto-

matic transaxle) or Neutral (manual

transaxle) and set the parking brake. If

the air conditioning is on, turn it off.

WARNING

While the engine is running, keep

hair, hands and clothing away from

moving parts such as the fan and

drive belts to prevent injury.

CAUTION

3. If the engine coolant is running out

under the car or steam is coming out

from the hood, stop the engine. Do not

open the hood until the coolant has

stopped running or the steaming has

stopped. If there is no visible loss of

engine coolant and no steam, leave

the engine running and check to be

sure the engine cooling fan is operat-

ing. If the fan is not running, turn the

engine off.

Serious loss of coolant indicates

there is a leak in the cooling system

and this should be checked as soon

as possible by an authorized KIA

dealer.

5. If the water pump drive belt is broken

or engine coolant is leaking out, stop

the engine immediately and call the

nearest authorized KIA dealer for

assistance.

WARNING

Do not remove the radiator cap

when the engine is hot. This can

allow coolant to be blown out of the

opening and cause serious burns.

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What to do in an emergency

IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE (WITH SPARE TIRE, IF EQUIPPED)

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(1) Jack handle

(2) Jack

Jacking instructions

The jack is provided for emergency

tire changing only.

(3) Wheel lug nut wrench

To prevent the jack from “rattling”

while the vehicle is in motion, store it

properly.

Follow jacking instructions to reduce

the possibility of personal injury.

WARNING - Changing tires

• Never attempt vehicle repairs

in the traffic lanes of a public

road or highway.

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Jack and tools

The jack, jack handle, wheel lug nut

wrench are stored in the luggage

compartment.

• Always move the vehicle com-

pletely off the road and onto

the shoulder before trying to

change a tire. The jack should

be used on a firm level

ground. If you cannot find a

firm level place off the road,

call a towing service company

for assistance.

Pull up the luggage box cover to

reach this equipment.

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What to do in an emergency

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• Be sure to use the correct

front and rear jacking posi-

tions on the vehicle; never

use the bumpers or any other

part of the vehicle for jack

support.

• The vehicle can easily roll off

the jack causing serious

injury or death. No person

should place any portion of

their body under a vehicle that

is supported only by a jack;

use vehicle support stands.

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Removing and storing the spare

tire

Changing tires

1. Park on a level surface and apply

the parking brake firmly.

• Do not start or run the engine

while the vehicle is on the

jack.

Turn the tire hold-down wing bolt

counterclockwise.

2. Shift the shift lever into

R

Store the tire in the reverse order of

removal.

(Reverse) with manual transaxle or

P (Park) with automatic transaxle.

• Do not allow anyone remain in

the vehicle while it is on the

jack.

To prevent the spare tire and tools 3. Activate the hazard warning flash-

from “rattling” while the vehicle is in

motion, store them properly.

er.

• Make sure any children pres-

ent are in a secure place away

from the road and from the

vehicle that is to be raised

with the jack.

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What to do in an emergency

WARNING - Changing a tire

• To prevent vehicle movement

while changing a tire, always

set the parking brake fully,

and always block the wheel

diagonally opposite of the

wheel being changed.

• We recommend that the

wheels of the vehicle be

blocked, and that no person

remain in a vehicle that is

being jacked.

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4. Remove the wheel lug nut wrench,

jack, jack handle, and spare tire

from the vehicle.

6. Loosen the wheel lug nuts coun-

terclockwise one turn each, but do

not remove any nut until the tire

has been raised off the ground.

5. Block both the front and rear of

wheel that is diagonally opposite

of the jack position.

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9. Loosen the wheel nuts and

remove them with your fingers.

Slide the wheel off the studs and

lay it flat so it cannot roll away. To

put the wheel on the hub, pick up

the spare tire, line up the holes

with the studs and slide the wheel

onto them. If this is difficult, tip the

wheel slightly and get the top hole

in the wheel lined up with the top

stud. Then jiggle the wheel back

and forth until the wheel can be

slid over the other studs.

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7. Place the jack at the front or rear 8. Insert the jack handle into the jack

jacking position closest to the tire

you are changing. Place the jack

at the designated locations under

the frame. The jacking positions

are plates welded to the frame

with two tabs and a raised dot to

index with the jack.

and turn it clockwise, raising the

vehicle until the tire just clears the

ground. This measurement is

approximately 30 mm (1.2 in).

Before removing the wheel lug

nuts, make sure the vehicle is sta-

ble and that there is no chance for

movement or slippage.

WARNING - Jack location

To reduce the possibility of

injury, be sure to use only the

jack provided with the vehicle

and in the correct jack position;

never use any other part of the

vehicle for jack support.

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10. To reinstall the wheel, hold it on

the studs, put the wheel nuts on

the studs and tighten them finger

tight.The nuts should be installed

with their tapered small diameter

ends directed inward. Jiggle the

tire to be sure it is completely

seated, then tighten the nuts as

much as possible with your fin-

gers again.

WARNING

Wheels and wheel covers may

have sharp edges. Handle them

carefully to avoid possible

severe injury. Before putting the

wheel into place, be sure that

there is nothing on the hub or

wheel (such as mud, tar, gravel,

etc.) that interferes with the

wheel from fitting solidly

against the hub.

11. Lower the car to the ground by

turning the wheel nut wrench

counterclockwise.

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If there is, remove it. If the con-

tact of the mounting surface

between the wheel and hub is

not good, the wheel nuts could

come loose and cause the loss

of a wheel. Loss of a wheel may

result in loss of control of the

vehicle. This may cause serious

injury or death.

Then position the wrench as shown

in the drawing and tighten the wheel

nuts. Be sure the socket is seated

completely over the nut. Do not stand

on the wrench handle or use an

extension pipe over the wrench han-

dle. Go around the wheel tightening

every other nut until they are all tight.

Then double-check each nut for

tightness. After changing wheels,

have an authorized KIA dealer tight-

en the wheel nuts to their proper

torque as soon as possible.

Wheel nut tightening torque:

Steel wheel & aluminum alloy wheel:

9~11 kg·m (65~79 lb·ft)

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What to do in an emergency

If you have a tire gauge, remove the

valve cap and check the air pressure.

If the pressure is lower than recom-

mended, drive slowly to the nearest

service station and inflate to the cor-

rect pressure. If it is too high, adjust

it until it is correct. Always reinstall

the valve cap after checking or

adjusting tire pressure. If the cap is

not replaced, air may leak from the

tire. If you lose a valve cap, buy

another and install it as soon as pos-

sible.

CAUTION

WARNING - Wheel studs

If the studs are damaged, they

may lose their ability to retain

the wheel.This could lead to the

loss of the wheel and a collision

resulting in serious injuries.

Your vehicle has metric threads

on the wheel studs and nuts.

Make certain during wheel

removal that the same nuts that

were removed are reinstalled -

or, if replaced, that nuts with

metric threads and the same

chamfer configuration are used.

Installation of a non-metric

thread nut on a metric stud or

vice-versa will not secure the

wheel to the hub properly and

will damage the stud so that it

must be replaced.

To prevent the jack, jack handle,

wheel lug nut wrench and spare tire

from rattling while the vehicle is in

motion, store them properly.

After you have changed wheels,

always secure the flat tire in its place

and return the jack and tools to their

proper storage locations.

WARNING - Inadequate

spare tire pressure

Note that most lug nuts do not

have metric threads. Be sure to

be extremely cautious in check-

ing for thread style before

installing aftermarket lug nuts

or wheels. If in doubt, consult an

authorized KIA dealer.

Check the inflation pressures

as soon as possible after

installing the spare tire. Adjust

it to the specified pressure, if

necessary. Refer to “Tires and

wheels” in section 8.

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When using a compact spare tire,

observe the following precautions:

Important - use of compact spare tire

(if equipped)

WARNING

The compact spare tire is for

emergency use only. Do not

operate your vehicle on this

compact spare at the speed

over 80 km/h (50 mph). The

original tire should be repaired

or replaced as soon as possible

to avoid failure of the spare

possibly leading to personal

injury or death.

• Under no circumstances should

you exceed 80 km/h (50 mph); a

higher speed could damage the

tire.

Your vehicle is equipped with a com-

pact spare tire. This compact spare

tire takes up less space than a regu-

lar-size tire.This tire is smaller than a

conventional tire and is designed for

temporary use only.

• Ensure that you drive slowly

enough to avoid all hazards. Any

road hazard, such as a pothole or

debris, could seriously damage the

compact spare.

CAUTION

• You should drive carefully

when the compact spare is in

use. The compact spare

should be replaced by the

proper conventional tire and

rim at the first opportunity.

• Any continuous road use of this tire

could result in tire failure, loss of

vehicle control, and possible per-

sonal injury.

The compact spare should be inflat-

ed to 420 kPa (60 psi).

• Do not exceed the vehicle’s maxi-

mum load rating or the load-carry-

ing capacity shown on the sidewall

of the compact spare tire.

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NOTICE

• The operation of this vehicle

is not recommended with

more than one compact spare

tire in use at the same time.

Check the inflation pressure after

installing the spare tire. Adjust it to

the specified pressure, as necessary.

• Avoid driving over obstacles. The

compact spare tire diameter is

smaller than the diameter of a con-

ventional tire and reduces the

ground clearance approximately

25 mm (1 inch), which could result

in damage to the vehicle.

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What to do in an emergency

• Do not take this vehicle through an • The compact spare tire should not

automatic car wash while the com-

pact spare tire is installed.

be used on any other wheels, nor

should standard tires, snow tires,

wheel covers or trim rings be used

with the compact spare wheel. If

such use is attempted, damage to

these items or other car compo-

nents may occur.

• Do not use tire chains on the com-

pact spare tire. Because of the

smaller size, a tire chain will not fit

properly. This could damage the

vehicle and result in loss of the

chain.

• Do not use more than one compact

spare tire at a time.

• The compact spare tire should not

be installed on the front axle if the • Do not tow a trailer while the com-

vehicle must be driven in snow or

on ice.

pact spare tire is installed.

• Do not use the compact spare tire

on any other vehicle because this

tire has been designed especially

for your vehicle.

• The compact spare tire’s tread life

is shorter than a regular tire.

Inspect your compact spare tire

regularly and replace worn com-

pact spare tires with the same size

and design, mounted on the same

wheel.

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What to do in an emergency

IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE (WITH TIREMOBILITYKIT, IF EQUIPPED)

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This instruction shows you step by

step how to temporarily seal the

puncture simply and reliably. Read

the section "Notes on the safe use of

the TireMobilityKit".

Introduction

With the TireMobilityKit you will stay

mobile even after experiencing a tire

puncture. The system of the com-

pressor and sealing compound effec-

tively and comfortably seals most

punctures in a passenger car tire

caused by nails or similar objects

and reinflates the tire. After you are

WARNING

Do not use the TireMobilityKit if

a tire is severely damaged by

driving on a flat tire or with

insufficient air pressure. Only

punctured areas located within

the tread region of the tire can

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ensured that the tire is properly

sealed you can drive cautiously on

the tire (up to 200 km / 120 miles) at

a max. speed of 80 km/h / 50 mph in

order to reach a vehicle or tire dealer

to have the tire replaced.

be

sealed

using

the

TireMobilityKit. Damage to the

sidewall must not be repaired

due to safety reasons.

It is possible that some tires, espe-

cially with larger punctures or dam-

age to the sidewall, cannot be sealed

completely. Air pressure loss in the

tire may adversely effect tire per-

formance. For this reason, you

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should avoid abrupt steering or other

driving maneuvers, especially if the

vehicle is heavily loaded or if a trailer

is in use. The TireMobilityKit is not

designed or intended as a perma-

nent tire repair method and is to be

used for only one tire.

Please read the instructions before

using the TireMobilityKit.

(1) TireMobilityKit

(2) Sealant bottle

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What to do when a tire is punc-

tured

A punctured tire is repaired in two

stages. In the 1st stage, sealing com-

pound and air is inflated into the tire

and the vehicle driven a short dis-

tance (3 km / 2 miles) to spread the

compound inside the tire. In the 2nd

stage, the inflation pressure is

checked and, if necessary, more air

is added into the tire. It is then possi-

ble to drive cautiously with the tire up

to 200 km (120 miles) at a maximum

speed of 80 km/h (50 mph) in order

to reach a vehicle or tire dealer to

have the tire replaced. If so inform

other drivers that the TireMobilityKit

has been used and provide advice

and warnings about changed driving

behaviour.

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2. Remove the hose (2) and the

power cable (3) from the

TireMobilityKit.

1st Stage: Pump sealing compound

and air into the tire

1. Open the lid and remove the

speed label (1) from the

TireMobilityKit and place it in the

car, within clear view of the driver.

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What to do in an emergency

5. Unscrew the valve cap from the

defective tire.

6. Screw the hose (7) of the

TireMobilityKit firmly onto the tire

valve.

7. Ensure that the On/Off switch (8)

is in the "O"-position.

8. Place the electric plug (9) into the

cigarette lighter socket (12 Volt).

Do not use any other electric sock-

et in the car.

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9. Start the engine of the vehicle.

(Only if the vehicle is outdoors!)

3. Unscrew the bottle holder cap (4) 4. Screw the bottle clockwise into the

and the lid of the sealant bottle (5).

bottle socket (6) until it is tight.

CAUTION

WARNING

Carbonmonoxide

and suffocation is possible if

the engine is left running in a

poorly ventilated or unventilat-

ed location (such as inside a

building).

Screwing the sealant bottle into

the socket will break the bottle

seal. Do not unscrew the filled

bottle from the socket - sealant

could come out.

poisoning

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What to do in an emergency

11. Inflate the tire to at least 1.8 bar

(26 psi) and at most 3.5 bar (51

psi) within 7 minutes. Switch off

the compressor briefly by press-

ing "O" so you are be able to read

the actual tire inflation pressure

on the gauge.

CAUTION

During the tire inflation opera-

tion do not stand next to the

damaged tire. Check the side-

wall of the tire for unusual

bulges

or

deformations.

Discontinue the inflation opera-

tion and deflate the tire by using

the pressure release (10), if any

unusual appearance is noticed.

CAUTION

If a tire inflation pressure of 1.8

bar (26 psi) is not achievable

within 7 minutes, the tire is too

severely damaged and you must

not drive on the tire. Call for

road side service or towing.

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10. Switch the On/Off switch (8) to

the "I"-position.

Please note: When the sealing

compound is added through the

tire valve the pressure gauge

could increase from approxi-

mately 4-6 bar (60-90 psi), but it

will drop again after about 30

seconds.

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What to do in an emergency

12. If a tire inflation pressure of 1.8

bar (26 psi) is reached, turn the

On/Off switch to the "O"-position,

quickly unscrew the hose from

the tire. Unplug the cable from

the cigarette lighter. Do not

unscrew the bottle. Stow the

TireMobilityKit, the bottle cap and

the bottle holder cap safely in the

vehicle in an easily accessible

place, as it will be needed again

to check tire pressure.

CAUTION

If the inflation pressure is below

1.3 bar (19 psi), do not continue

to drive. Call for road side serv-

ice or towing.

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13. Drive immediately and cautiously

for about 3 km (2 miles) so that

the sealing compound can seal

the puncture. Do not exceed 80

km/h (50 mph). While driving, if

you experience any unusual

vibration, ride disturbance or

noise, reduce your speed and

drive with caution until you can

safely pull off to the side of the

road. Call for road side service or

towing.

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2nd Stage: Check tire pressure

14. Stop after driving for about 3 km

(2 miles) and check the pressure

of the punctured tire as follows:

a) Ensure that the On/Off switch

(8) of the compressor is in the

"O"-position.

b) Screw the hose onto the valve of

the punctured tire.

c) Plug the power cable into the

cigarette lighter (12 volt socket).

d) Read the inflation pressure on

the gauge of the TireMobilityKit.

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What to do in an emergency

17. Do not unscrew the bottle. Stow 18. Drive to the next vehicle or tire

the TireMobilityKit safely in the

vehicle.

dealer to replace the tire.

WARNING

After a long period without driv-

ing, the inflation pressure must

be checked before driving.

After the sealing compound has

been used, the max. permissible

speed is 80 km/h (50 mph) and

the damaged tire is to be

replaced promptly, at least with-

in a distance of 200 km (120

miles). While driving, if you

experience any unusual vibra-

tion, ride disturbance or noise,

reduce your speed and drive

with caution until you can safe-

ly pull off to the side of the road.

Call for road side service or

towing.

19. After using the TireMobilityKit to

seal your tire, replace the hose,

the sealing compound and con-

nected parts. See the last page

of this instruction. When replac-

ing the damaged tire inform the

tire mechanic that a sealing com-

pound was used before the tire is

demounted!

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15. If the inflation pressure is 1.3 bar

(19 psi) or more, turn the On/Off

switch to the "I"-position and

adjust the inflation pressure to

the recommended inflation pres-

sure (Refer to “Tires and wheels”

in section 8). Reduce any exces-

sive pressure by using the pres-

sure release valve (10).

16. Turn the kit off by pressing "O".

Unscrew the hose from the tire

valve and unplug the electric plug

from the socket.

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What to do in an emergency

9. Switch the On/Off switch (8) to the

"I"-position and inflate the tire to

the recommended inflation pres-

sure.

10. Switch off the TireMobilityKit and

check the tire pressure again.

11. After you have inflated the tire,

unscrew the hose, unplug the

electric plug and stow the

TireMobilityKit safely in your

vehicle.

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4. Screw the hose (7) tightly onto the

tire valve.

3rd stage: What to do when checking

the tire inflation pressure

5. Now you can read the tire pres-

sure. If it needs to be increased,

move on to step 6.

1. Open the

TireMobilityKit.

lid

from

the

2. Remove the hose (2) and the elec-

tric lead (3).

6. Make sure that the On/Off switch

(8) is in the "O"-position.

3. Unscrew the valve cap from the

defective tire.

7. Place the electric plug (9) into the

socket of the cigarette lighter (12

volt).

8. Start the engine (only if the car is

outdoors.)

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What to do in an emergency

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• Before using the TireMobilityKit

read the precautionary advice

printed on the sealant bottle!

CAUTION

Notes on the safe use of the

TireMobilityKit

Do not use the TireMobilityKit if

the tire is severely damaged by

driving with insufficient air

pressure (e.g. if the tire has

bulges, cuts, cracks or similar

defects). Only seal punctured

areas located within the tread

region of the tire. Damage to the

sidewall should not be sealed

for safety reasons.

• Park your car at the side of the

road so that you can work with the

TireMobilityKit away from moving

traffic. Place your warning triangle

in a prominent place to make pass-

ing vehicles aware of your location.

• Provided the car is outdoors, leave

the engine running. Otherwise

operating the compressor may

eventually drain the car battery.

• Never leave the TireMobilityKit

unattended while it is being used.

• To be sure your vehicle won't

move, even when you're on a fairly

level ground, always set your park-

ing brake.

• Do not leave the compressor run-

ning for more than 10 min. at a time

or it may overheat.

• Do not use the TireMobilityKit if the

ambient temperature is below

-30°C (-22°F).

• Only use the TireMobilityKit for

sealing/inflation passenger car

tires. Do not use on motorcycles,

bicycles or any other type of tires.

• Do not use the sealing compound

after its expiration date which can

be found on the label of the bottle.

• Do not remove any foreign objects

- such as nails or screws - that

have penetrated the tire.

• Keep away from children.

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What to do in an emergency

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Size:

Compressor:170 x 150 x 65 mm

Sealing compound and spare parts

can be obtained and replaced at an

authorized vehicle or tire dealer.

Empty sealing compound bottles

may be disposed of at home. Liquid

residue from the sealing compound

should be disposed of by your vehi-

cle or tire dealer or in accordance

with local waste disposal regulations.

Technical Data

System voltage:

DC 12 V

(6.7 x 5.9 x 2.6 in.)

Sealant bottle:142 x 88 ø mm

(5.6 x 3.5 ø in.)

Working voltage:

DC 10 - 15 V

Compressor weight:

0.95 kg (2.1 lbs)

Amperage rating:

max. 10 A

Sealant volume:

560 ml (34.2 cu. in.)

Suitable for use at temperatures:

-30 ~ +70°C (-22 ~ +158°F)

Max. working pressure:

6 bar (87 psi)

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What to do in an emergency

TOWING

It is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the

rear wheels on the ground (without dol-

lies) and the front wheels off the ground.

If any of the loaded wheels or suspen-

sion components are damaged or the

vehicle is being towed with the front

wheels on the ground, use a towing dolly

under the front wheels.

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When being towed by a commercial tow

truck and wheel dollies are not used, the

front of the vehicle should always be lift-

ed, not the rear.

dolly

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OPA067015

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Towing service

CAUTION

If emergency towing is necessary, we

recommend having it done by an author-

ized KIA dealer or a commercial tow-

truck service. Proper lifting and towing

procedures are necessary to prevent

damage to the vehicle. The use of wheel

dollies or flatbed is recommended.

• Do not tow the vehicle backwards

with the front wheels on the

ground as this may cause dam-

age to the vehicle.

• Do not tow with sling-type equip-

ment. Use a wheel lift or flatbed

equipment.

For trailer towing guidelines information,

refer to “Trailer towing” in section 5.

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What to do in an emergency

When towing your vehicle in an emer-

gency without wheel dollies :

1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC posi-

tion.

2. Place the transaxle shift lever in N

(Neutral).

3. Release the parking brake.

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CAUTION

Failure to place the transaxle shift

lever in N (Neutral) may cause inter-

nal damage to the transaxle.

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F080200APA

Tie-down hook

(for flatbed towing) (if equipped)

Removable towing hook (front)

(if equipped)

1. Open the tailgate, and remove the tow-

ing hook from the tool case.

CAUTION

Do not use the hooks under the

front and rear of the vehicle for tow-

ing purposes. These hooks are

designed ONLY for transport tie-

down. If the tie-down hooks are

used for towing, the tie-down hooks

will be damaged and this could lead

to serious injury.

2. Remove the hole cover pressing the

lower part of the cover on the front

bumper (1).

3. Install the towing hook by turning it

clockwise into the hole until it is fully

secured (2).

4. Remove the towing hook and install

the cover after use.

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What to do in an emergency

Front

If towing service is not available in an

emergency, your vehicle may be tem-

porarily towed using a cable or chain

secured to the emergency towing hook

under the front (or rear) of the vehicle.

Use extreme caution when towing the

vehicle. A driver must be in the vehicle to

steer it and operate the brakes.

CAUTION

• Attach a towing strap to the tow

hook.

• Using a portion of the vehicle

other than the tow hooks for tow-

ing may damage the body of your

vehicle.

Towing in this manner may be done only

on hard-surfaced roads for a short dis-

tance and at low speed. Also, the wheels,

axles, power train, steering and brakes

must all be in good condition.

• Use only a cable or chain specifi-

cally intended for use in towing

vehicles. Securely fasten the

cable or chain to the towing hook

provided.

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Rear

• Do not use the tow hooks to pull a vehi-

cle out of mud, sand or other condi-

tions from which the vehicle cannot be

driven out under its own power.

• Before emergency towing, check if the

hook is not broken or damaged.

• Fasten the towing cable or chain

securely to the hook.

• Avoid towing a vehicle heavier than the

vehicle doing the towing.

• The drivers of both vehicles should

communicate with each other frequent-

ly.

• Do not jerk the hook. Apply it steadily

and with even force.

• To avoid damaging the hook, do not

pull from the side or at a vertical angle.

Always pull straight ahead.

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Emergency towing

If towing is necessary, we recommend

you to have it done by an authorized

KIA dealer or a commercial tow truck

service.

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What to do in an emergency

• More steering effort will be required

because the power steering system

will be disabled.

WARNING

Use extreme caution when towing

the vehicle.

• If you are driving down a long hill, the

brakes may overheat and brake per-

formance will be reduced. Stop often

and let the brakes cool off.

• Avoid sudden starts or erratic

driving maneuvers which would

place excessive stress on the

emergency towing hook and tow-

ing cable or chain. The hook and

towing cable or chain may break

and cause serious injury or dam-

age.

CAUTION - Automatic

transaxle

• If the car is being towed with all

four wheels on the ground, it can

be towed only from the front. Be

sure that the transaxle is in neu-

tral. Be sure the steering is

unlocked by placing the ignition

switch in the ACC position. A

driver must be in the towed vehi-

cle to operate the steering and

brakes.

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• If the disabled vehicle is unable

to move, do not forcibly continue

the towing. Contact an authorized

KIA dealer or a commercial tow

truck service for assistance.

• Use a towing strap less than 5 m (16

feet) long. Attach a white or red cloth

(about 30 cm (12 inches) wide) in the

middle of the strap for easy visibility.

• Drive carefully so that the towing strap

does not get loose during towing.

• Tow the vehicle as straight ahead

as possible.

• Keep away from the vehicle dur-

ing towing.

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• To avoid serious damage to the

automatic transaxle, limit the

vehicle speed to 15 km/h (10 mph)

and drive less than 1.5 km (1

mile) when towing.

Emergency towing precautions

• Turn the ignition switch to ACC so the

steering wheel isn’t locked.

• Place the transaxle shift lever in N

(Neutral).

• Release the parking bake.

• Before towing, check the level of

the automatic transaxle fluid. If it

is below the "HOT" range on the

dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot

add fluid, a towing dolly must be

used.

• Press the brake pedal with more force

than normal since you will have

reduced brake performance.

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What to do in an emergency

EMERGENCY COMMODITY (IF EQUIPPED)

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To check the tire pressure, take the fol-

lowing steps;

There are some emergency commodities

in the vehicle to help you respond to the

emergency situation.

First aid kit

1. Unscrew the inflation valve cap that is

located on the rim of the tire.

There are some items such as scissors,

bandage and adhesive tape and etc. in

the kit to give first aid to an injured per-

son.

2. Press and hold the gauge against the

tire valve. Some air will escape as you

begin and more will escape if you don't

press the gauge in firmly.

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Fire extinguisher

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If there is small fire and you know how to

use the fire extinguisher, take the follow-

ing steps carefully.

3. A firm non-leaking push will activate

the gauge.

Triangle reflector

Place the triangle reflector on the road to

warn oncoming vehicles during emer-

gencies, such as when the vehicle is

parked by the roadside due to any prob-

lems.

4. Read the tire pressure on the gauge to

know whether the tire pressure is low

or high.

1. Pull out the pin at the top of the extin-

guisher that keeps the handle from

being accidentally pressed.

5. Adjust the tire pressures to the speci-

fied pressure. Refer to “Tires and

wheels” in section 8.

2. Aim the nozzle toward the base of the

fire.

3. Stand approximately 2.5 m (8 ft) away

from the fire and squeeze the handle

to discharge the extinguisher. If you

release the handle, the discharge will

stop.

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6. Reinstall the inflation valve cap.

Tire pressure gauge

(If equipped)

Tires normally lose some air in day-to-

day use, and you may have to add a few

pounds of air periodically and it is not

usually a sign of a leaking tire, but of nor-

mal wear. Always check tire pressure

when the tires are cold because tire pres-

sure increases with temperature.

4. Sweep the nozzle back and forth at the

base of the fire. After the fire appears

to be out, watch carefully since it may

re-ignite.

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What to do in an emergency for Your Kia Picanto 4 Door First Generation (2004-2010)

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