2017-2023 Kia Rio 4 Door Maintenance User Manual
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Maintenance for Your Kia Rio 4 Door Third Generation (2017-2023)

Maintenance  
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4  
Climate control air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-31  
• Filter inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-31  
Maintenance services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5  
• Owner’s responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5  
• Owner maintenance precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6  
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-33  
• Blade inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-33  
• Blade replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-33  
Owner maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7  
• Owner maintenance schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7  
Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-37  
• For best battery service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-37  
• Recharging the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-38  
• Reset items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-39  
Scheduled maintenance service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9  
• Scheduled maintenance service precaution . . . . . . . . 8-9  
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items . . . 8-15  
Checking fluid levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-20  
Tires and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-40  
• Tire care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-40  
• Recommended cold tire inflation pressures . . . . . . . 8-40  
• Tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-41  
• Checking tire inflation pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-41  
• Tire rotation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-42  
• Wheel alignment and tire balance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-43  
• Tire replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-44  
• Wheel replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-45  
• Tire traction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-45  
• Tire maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-45  
• Tire sidewall labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-45  
• All season tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-52  
• Summer tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-52  
• Snow tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-52  
• Tire chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-53  
Engine oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21  
• Checking the engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21  
• Changing the engine oil and filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22  
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-23  
• Checking the coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-23  
• Changing the coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-25  
Brake/clutch fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-26  
• Checking the brake/clutch fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-26  
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-27  
• Checking the washer fluid level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-27  
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Parking brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-28  
• Checking the parking brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-28  
Air cleaner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-29  
• Filter replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-29  
• Radial-ply tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-53  
• Low aspect ratio tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-54  
• Side marker (Front) (LED type) bulb replacement  
(Headlamp Type B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-80  
• Position lamp + DRL (LED type) bulb replacement . 8-80  
• Daytime running lamp (Bulb type) bulb  
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-55  
• Inner panel fuse replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-57  
• Memory fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-58  
• Engine compartment fuse replacement. . . . . . . . . . . 8-59  
• Fuse/relay panel description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-61  
replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-81  
• Side repeater lamp (LED type) bulb Replacement. 8-81  
• Side repeater lamp (Bulb type) bulb Replacement . 8-82  
• Stop and tail lamp bulb replacement (for 5 door) . . 8-82  
• Rear turn signal lamp bulb replacement (for 5 door)8-84  
• Stop and tail lamp (LED type) bulb replacement  
(for 5 door). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-85  
• Back-up lamp bulb replacement (for 5 door). . . . . . 8-85  
• Tail lamp (Inside) bulb replacement (for 5 door) . . 8-86  
• Side marker (Rear) (Bulb type) bulb replacement  
(Rear combination lamp Type A) (for 5 door) . . . . 8-87  
• Side marker (Rear) (LED type) bulb replacement  
(Rear combination lamp Type B) (for 5 door) . . . . 8-88  
• High mounted stop lamp bulb replacement  
Light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-70  
• Bulb replacement precaution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-70  
• Light bulb position (Front). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-72  
• Light bulb position (Rear) (5 door). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-73  
• Light bulb position (Rear) (4 door). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-74  
• Light bulb position (Side). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-75  
• Headlamp (Low/High beam) (Bulb type) bulb  
replacement (Headlamp Type A). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-75  
• Side marker (Front) (Bulb type) bulb replacement  
(Headlamp Type A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-76  
• Front turn signal lamp bulb replacement  
(for 5 door). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-88  
• License plate lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-89  
• Rear turn signal lamp bulb replacement  
(Headlamp Type A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-77  
• Headlamp (Low/High beam) (Bulb type) bulb  
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replacement (Headlamp Type B). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-78  
• Headlamp (Low/High beam) (LED type) bulb  
(for 4 door). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-89  
• Stop and tail lamp/Side marker (Bulb type)  
replacement (Headlamp Type B). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-79  
• Front turn signal lamp bulb replacement  
replacement (for 4 door). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-90  
• Side marker (Rear) (LED type) bulb replacement  
(Rear combination lamp Type B) (for 4 door) . . . . 8-91  
(Headlamp Type B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-79  
• Back-up lamp bulb replacement (for 4 door). . . . . . 8-92  
• Tail lamp (Bulb type) bulb replacement  
(for 4 door). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-92  
• Stop and tail lamp (LED type) bulb replacement  
(for 4 door). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-93  
• High mounted stop lamp bulb replacement  
(for 4 door). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-94  
• Trunk lamp bulb replacement (for 4 door) . . . . . . . 8-94  
• Map lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-95  
• Vanity mirror lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 8-96  
• Room lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-96  
• Glove box lamp bulb replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-97  
• Liftgate room lamp bulb replacement (for 5 door) . 8-98  
Appearance care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-99  
• Exterior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-99  
• Interior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-105  
Emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-108  
• Crankcase emission control system. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-108  
• Evaporative emission control (including ORVR:  
Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery) system. . . . 8-108  
• Exhaust emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-109  
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Maintenance  
ENGINE COMPARTMENT  
■ Gamma II 1.6L MPI (Gasoline engine)  
1. Engine coolant reservoir  
2. Engine oil filler cap  
3. Brake / clutch fluid reservoir  
4. Air cleaner  
5. Fuse box  
6. Negative battery terminal  
7. Positive battery terminal  
8. Engine oil dipstick  
9. Radiator cap  
10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir  
❈ The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.  
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Maintenance  
MAINTENANCE SERVICES  
You should exercise the utmost care  
to prevent damage to your vehicle  
and injury to yourself whenever per-  
forming any maintenance or inspec-  
tion procedures.  
Repairs and adjustments required as  
a result of improper maintenance or  
a lack of required maintenance are  
not covered.  
Owner’s responsibility  
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NOTICE  
Maintenance Service and Record  
Retention are the owner's responsi-  
bility.  
We recommend you have your vehi-  
cle maintained and repaired by an  
authorized Kia dealer. An authorized  
Kia dealer meets Kia’s high service  
quality standards and receives tech-  
nical support from Kia in order to pro-  
vide you with a high level of service  
satisfaction.  
Should you have any doubts con-  
cerning the inspection or servicing of  
your vehicle, we strongly recom-  
mend that you have an authorized  
Kia dealer perform this work.  
You should retain documents that  
show proper maintenance has been  
performed on your vehicle in accor-  
dance with the scheduled mainte-  
nance service charts shown on the  
following pages. You need this infor-  
mation to establish your compliance  
with the servicing and maintenance  
requirements of your vehicle war-  
ranties.  
An authorized Kia dealer has factory-  
trained technicians and genuine Kia  
parts to service your vehicle proper-  
ly. For expert advice and quality serv-  
ice, see an authorized Kia dealer.  
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NOTICE - NHTSA Safety  
Corrosion Alert  
Inadequate, incomplete or insuffi-  
cient servicing may result in opera-  
tional problems with your vehicle that  
could lead to vehicle damage, an  
accident, or personal injury.  
The  
National  
Highway  
Traffic  
Detailed warranty information is  
Safety Administration (NHTSA) has  
issued a general warning to all vehi-  
cle owners of all brands regarding  
the risks associated with vehicle  
underbody corrosion. From your  
initial purchase, take the following  
steps to prevent unsafe corrosion  
damage to your vehicle:  
provided  
in  
your  
Warranty  
&
Consumer Information manual.  
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Owner maintenance precau-  
tions  
WARNING - Maintenance  
work  
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Wash the undercarriage of your  
vehicle regularly during the win-  
ter and whenever your vehicle has  
been exposed to such salts or  
chemicals.  
Improper or incomplete service may  
result in problems. This section gives  
instructions only for the maintenance  
items that are easy to perform.  
Do not wear jewelry or loose  
clothing while working under  
the hood of your vehicle with  
the engine running. These can  
become entangled in moving  
parts, if you must run the  
engine while working under the  
hood, make certain that you  
remove all jewelry (especially  
rings, bracelets, watches, and  
necklaces) and all neckties,  
scarves, and similar loose  
clothing before getting near the  
engine or cooling fans.  
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Do  
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thorough washing of the  
As explained earlier in this section,  
several procedures can be done only  
by an authorized Kia dealer with spe-  
cial tools.  
undercarriage at the end of the  
winter.  
Use professional service techni-  
cians or governmental inspection  
stations to annually inspect for  
corrosion.  
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NOTICE  
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Immediately seek an inspection of  
your vehicle if you become visual-  
ly aware of corrosion flaking or  
scaling or if you become aware of  
a change in vehicle performance,  
such as soft or spongy brakes, flu-  
ids leaking, impairment of direc-  
tional control, suspension noises  
or rattling metal straps.  
Improper owner maintenance dur-  
ing the warranty period may affect  
warranty coverage. For details, read  
the separate Warranty & Consumer  
Information manual provided with  
the vehicle. If you're unsure about  
any servicing or maintenance proce-  
dure, have it done by an authorized  
Kia dealer.  
WARNING - Touching  
metal parts  
NHTSA further advises that after  
a vehicle is 7 years old, it is essen-  
tial that you take these indicated  
maintenance steps to ensure that  
you protect yourself from unsafe  
corrosion conditions.  
Do not touch metal parts  
(including strut bars) while the  
engine is operating or hot.  
Doing so could result in serious  
personal injury. Turn the engine  
off and wait until the metal parts  
cool down to perform mainte-  
nance work on the vehicle.  
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Maintenance  
OWNER MAINTENANCE  
The following lists are vehicle checks  
and inspections that should be per-  
formed by the owner or an author-  
ized Kia dealer at the frequencies  
indicated to help ensure safe,  
dependable operation of your vehi-  
cle.  
While operating your vehicle:  
Owner maintenance schedule  
• Note any changes in the sound of  
the exhaust or any smell of  
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.  
When you stop for fuel:  
• Check the engine oil level.  
• Check the coolant level in coolant  
reservoir.  
• Check for vibrations in the steering  
wheel. Notice any increased steer-  
ing effort or looseness in the steer-  
ing wheel, or change in its straight-  
ahead position.  
• Check the windshield washer fluid  
level.  
Any adverse conditions should be  
brought to the attention of your deal-  
er as soon as possible.  
• Look for low or under-inflated tires.  
• Notice if your vehicle constantly  
turns slightly or “pulls” to one side  
when traveling on smooth, level  
road.  
These Owner Maintenance Checks  
are generally not covered by war-  
ranties and you may be charged for  
labor, parts and lubricants used.  
WARNING - Hot coolant  
Be careful when checking your  
engine coolant level when the  
engine is hot. Scalding hot  
coolant and steam may blow  
out under pressure.  
• When stopping, listen and check  
for unusual sounds, pulling to one  
side, increased brake pedal travel  
or “hard-to-push” brake pedal.  
• If any slipping or changes in the  
operation of your transmission  
occurs, check the transmission  
fluid level.  
• Check manual transmission opera-  
tion, including clutch operation.  
• Check the intelligent variable trans-  
mission P (Park) function.  
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• Check the parking brake.  
At least twice a year  
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :  
At least once a year :  
• Check for fluid leaks under your  
vehicle (water dripping from the air  
conditioning system during or after  
use is normal).  
• Clean the body and door drain  
holes.  
• Check the radiator, heater and air  
conditioning hoses for leaks or  
damage.  
• Lubricate the door hinges and  
check the hood hinges.  
• Check the windshield washer  
spray and wiper operation. Clean  
the wiper blades with a clean cloth  
dampened with washer fluid.  
• Lubricate the door and hood locks  
and latches.  
At least monthly:  
• Lubricate the door rubber weather-  
strips.  
• Check the coolant level in the  
engine coolant reservoir.  
• Check the headlight alignment.  
• Check the air conditioning system.  
• Check the operation of all exterior  
lights, including the stoplights, turn  
signals and hazard warning flash-  
ers.  
• Check the muffler, exhaust pipes,  
shields and clamps.  
• Inspect and lubricate intelligent  
variable transmission linkage and  
controls.  
• Check the lap/shoulder belts for  
wear and function.  
• Check the inflation pressures of all  
tires including the spare for tires  
that are worn, show uneven wear,  
or are damaged.  
• Clean the battery and terminals.  
• Check the brake/clutch fluid level.  
• Check for loose wheel lug nuts.  
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Maintenance  
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICE  
Scheduled maintenance service precaution  
Follow the Normal Maintenance Schedule if the vehicle is usually operated where none of the following conditions apply.  
If any of the following conditions apply, follow the Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions.  
• Repeated driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km) in  
freezing temperature  
• Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances  
• Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-spread roads  
• Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather  
• Driving in heavy dust condition  
• Driving in heavy traffic area  
• Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road repeatedly  
• Towing a trailer or using a camper, or roof rack  
• Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use of vehicle towing  
• Driving over 106 mph (170 km/h)  
• Frequently driving in stop-and-go condition  
If your vehicle is operated under the above conditions, you should inspect, replace or refill more frequently than the  
following Normal Maintenance Schedule. After 120 months or 150,000 miles continue to follow the prescribed main-  
tenance intervals.  
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Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models  
The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission control and performance.  
Keep receipts for all vehicle emission services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the  
frequency of service is determined by whichever occurs first.  
MAINTENANCE  
INTERVALS  
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first  
Months  
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Miles×1,000  
Km×1,000  
7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5  
12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180  
MAINTENANCE  
ITEM  
At first, inspect at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 72 months,  
after that, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 24 months  
Drive belts *1  
Engine oil and engine oil Gamma II 1.6L  
filter  
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Fuel additives *2  
Air cleaner filter  
Add every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months  
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Spark plugs  
Rotate tires  
Replace every 97,500 miles (156,000 km)  
Rotate every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)  
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R : Replace or change.  
*1 : The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced.  
*2 : If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your  
authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.  
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Maintenance  
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models(CONT.)  
MAINTENANCE  
INTERVALS  
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first  
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180  
Miles×1,000 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5  
Km×1,000 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180  
MAINTENANCE  
ITEM  
Climate control air filter  
(for evaporator and blower unit)  
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At first, replace at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years,  
after that, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months  
Coolant (Engine)  
Battery condition  
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Brake lines, hoses and connections  
Brake discs and pads  
Steering gear rack, linkage and boots  
Drive shaft and boots  
Suspension ball joints and mounting  
bolts  
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Maintenance  
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models (CONT.)  
MAINTENANCE  
INTERVALS  
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first  
Months  
12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180  
Miles×1,000  
Km×1,000  
7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5  
12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180  
MAINTENANCE  
ITEM  
Air conditioner compressor/refrigerant  
Exhaust system  
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Cooling system  
Intelligent variable transmission fluid  
Manual transmission fluid *3  
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap  
Fuel tank air filter *4  
No check, No service required  
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Fuel lines, hoses and connections  
Parking brake  
Brake/clutch (if equipped) fluid  
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.  
R : Replace or change.  
*3 : Manual transmission fluid should be changed anytime it has been submerged in water.  
*4 : Fuel tank air filter is considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended as the level of maintenance  
will be dependent upon the quality fuel used in the vehicle.  
8 12  
Maintenance  
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions - Non Turbo Models  
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer  
to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.  
R : Replace  
I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary  
MAINTENANCE  
OPERATION  
DRIVING  
CONDITION  
MAINTENANCE ITEM  
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS  
Engine oil and  
Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km)  
or 6 months  
A, B, C, D, E,  
F, G, H, I, J, K  
Gamma II 1.6L MPI  
R
engine oil filter  
Air cleaner filter  
Spark plugs  
R
R
More frequently  
More frequently  
C, E  
A, B, F, G, H, I, K  
A, C, D, E,  
F, G, H, I, J  
Intelligent variable transmission fluid  
Manual transmission fluid  
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)  
Every 75,000 miles (120,000 km)  
R
R
C, D, E, F,  
G, H, I, J  
Brake discs and pads, calipers and rotors  
Parking brake  
I
I
I
I
More frequently  
More frequently  
More frequently  
More frequently  
C, D, E, G, H  
C, D, G, H  
Steering gear rack, linkage and boots  
Suspension ball joints and mounting bolts  
C, D, E, F, G  
C, D, E, F, G  
8 13  
Maintenance  
MAINTENANCE  
OPERATION  
DRIVING  
CONDITION  
MAINTENANCE ITEM  
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS  
More frequently  
C, D, E, F,  
G, H, I, J  
Drive shafts and boots  
I
Climate control air filter  
(for evaporator and blower unit)  
More frequently  
C, E, G  
R
Severe driving conditions  
E-Driving in heavy dust condition  
F -Driving in heavy traffic area  
A-Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km)  
in normal temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freez-  
ing temperature  
G-Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road repeatedly  
H-Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack  
B-Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long dis-  
tances  
I -Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle  
towing  
C-Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-  
spread roads  
J -Driving over 106 mph (170 km/h)  
D-Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in  
very cold weather  
K-Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions  
8 14  
Maintenance  
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS  
Engine oil and filter  
Fuel filter (for gasoline)  
Fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-  
nections  
The engine oil and filter should be Kia gasoline vehicle is equipped a  
changed at the intervals specified in lifetime fuel filter that integrated with  
the maintenance schedule. If the the fuel tank. Regular maintenance  
vehicle is being driven in severe con- or replacement is not needed but  
ditions, more frequent oil and filter depends on fuel quality. If there are  
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and  
connections for leakage and dam-  
age. Have an authorized Kia dealer  
replace any damaged or leaking  
parts immediately.  
changes are required.  
some important safety matters like  
fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of  
power, hard starting problem, etc.,  
fuel filter inspection or replace is  
Drive belts  
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap  
The vapor hose and fuel filler cap  
should be inspected at the intervals  
specified in the maintenance sched-  
ule. Make sure that a new vapor hose  
or fuel filler cap is installed correctly.  
Inspect all drive belts for evidence of needed.  
cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil  
saturation, and replace if necessary.  
Drive belts should be checked peri-  
odically for proper tension and  
adjusted as necessary.  
The fuel filter be inspected or  
replaced by an authorized Kia dealer.  
8 15  
Maintenance  
Vacuum crankcase ventilation  
hoses  
Air cleaner filter  
Manual transmission fluid  
(if equipped)  
A Genuine Kia air cleaner filter is rec-  
ommended when the filter is replaced.  
Inspect the surface of hoses for evi-  
dence of heat and/or mechanical  
damage. Hard and brittle rubber,  
cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and  
excessive swelling indicate deterio-  
ration. Particular attention should be  
paid to examine those hose surfaces  
nearest to high heat sources, such  
as the exhaust manifold.  
Inspect the manual transmission  
fluid according to the maintenance  
schedule.  
Spark plugs  
Make sure to install new spark plugs  
of the correct heat range.  
Intelligent Variable  
Transmission (IVT) fluid  
(if equipped)  
Valve clearance (if equipped)  
The Intelligent Variable Transmission  
(IVT) fluid should not be checked  
under normal usage conditions.  
Inspect excessive valve noise and/or  
engine vibration and adjust if neces-  
sary. An authorized Kia dealer  
should perform the operation.  
Inspect the hose routing to assure  
that the hoses do not come in con-  
tact with any heat source, sharp  
edges or moving component which  
might cause heat damage or  
mechanical wear. Inspect all hose  
connections, such as clamps and  
couplings, to make sure they are  
secure, and that no leaks are pres-  
ent. Hoses should be replaced  
immediately if there is any evidence  
of deterioration or damage.  
But in severe conditions, the fluid  
should be changed at an authorized  
Kia dealer in accordance to the  
scheduled maintenance at the begin-  
ning of this chapter.  
Cooling system  
Check the cooling system compo-  
nents, such as the radiator, coolant  
reservoir, hoses and connections for  
leakage and damage. Replace any  
damaged parts.  
(Refer to “Maintenance Under Severe  
Usage Conditions” in chapter 8.)  
Coolant  
The coolant should be changed at  
the intervals specified in the mainte-  
nance schedule.  
8 16  
Maintenance  
Brake hoses and lines  
✽
NOTICE  
CAUTION  
The  
Intelligent  
Variable  
Visually check for proper installation,  
chafing, cracks, deterioration and  
any leakage. Replace any deteriorat-  
ed or damaged parts immediately.  
Use only specified Intelligent  
Variable Transmission (IVT)  
fluid. The use of non-specified  
fluid (even marked as compati-  
ble with genuine) could result  
in shift quality deterioration  
and vibrations, and eventually,  
transmission failure.  
Transmission (IVT) fluid color is  
amber. As the vehicle is driven, the  
Intelligent Variable Transmission  
(IVT) fluid will begin to look darker.  
This is normal, and you should not  
judge the need to replace the fluid  
based upon the changed color.  
(Refer to “Recommended lubri-  
cants and capacities” in chapter  
9.)  
OBD078066  
8 17  
Maintenance  
(Continued)  
Brake/Clutch fluid  
✽
NOTICE - NHTSA Safety  
Corrosion Alert  
1. Wash the undercarriage of your  
vehicle regularly throughout the  
winter and do a thorough washing  
in the spring to remove road salt  
and other de-icing chemicals.  
2. Monitor the brake system for  
signs of corrosion by having regu-  
lar professional inspections and  
watching for signs of problems,  
including loss of brake fluid,  
unusual leaks and soft or spongy  
feel in the brake pedal.  
Check the brake/clutch fluid level in  
the brake/clutch fluid reservoir. The  
level should be between the “MIN”  
and “MAX” marks on the side of the  
reservoir. Use only hydraulic  
brake/clutch fluid conforming to DOT  
3 or DOT 4 specification.  
NHTSA has warned all vehicle own-  
ers of all brands that they must main-  
tain their vehicles in a manner which  
will prevent brake hose and brake line  
failures due to corrosion when such  
vehicles are exposed to winter road  
salt and related chemicals. While seri-  
ous corrosion conditions typically only  
manifest themselves as safety issues  
after 7 years of vehicle use, the corro-  
sion process starts immediately and  
thus underbody cleaning maintenance  
must commence from your vehicle's  
first exposure to road salts and chem-  
icals. NHTSA urges vehicle owners to  
take the following steps to prevent  
corrosion:  
Parking brake  
Inspect the parking brake system  
including the parking brake lever and  
cables.  
3. Replace the entire brake pipe  
assembly if you find severe corro-  
sion that causes scaling or flaking  
of brake components.  
(Continued)  
8 18  
Maintenance  
Brake discs, pads, calipers  
and rotors  
Steering gear box, linkage &  
boots/lower arm ball joint  
Check the pads for excessive wear, With the vehicle stopped and engine  
discs for run out and wear, and off, check for excessive free-play in  
calipers for fluid leakage.  
the steering wheel.  
Check the linkage for bends or dam-  
age. Check the dust boots and ball  
joints for deterioration, cracks, or  
damage. Replace any damaged  
parts.  
Exhaust pipe and muffler  
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,  
muffler and hangers for cracks, dete-  
rioration, or damage. Start the  
engine and listen carefully for any  
exhaust gas leakage. Tighten con-  
nections or replace parts as neces-  
sary.  
Drive shafts and boots  
Check the drive shafts, boots and  
clamps for cracks, deterioration, or  
damage. Replace any damaged  
parts and, if necessary, repack the  
grease.  
Suspension mounting bolts  
Check the suspension connections  
for looseness or damage. Retighten  
to the specified torque.  
Air conditioning refrigerant  
Check the air conditioning lines and  
connections for leakage and damage.  
8 19  
Maintenance  
CHECKING FLUID LEVELS  
When checking engine oil, engine  
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid,  
always be sure to clean the area  
around any filler plug, drain plug, or  
dipstick before checking or draining  
any lubricant or fluid. This is espe-  
cially important in dusty or sandy  
areas and when the vehicle is used  
on unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug  
and dipstick areas will prevent dirt  
and grit from entering the engine and  
other mechanisms that could be  
damaged.  
8 20  
Maintenance  
ENGINE OIL  
■ Gamma II 1.6L MPI (Gasoline engine)  
Checking the engine oil level  
■ Gamma II 1.6L MPI (Gasoline engine)  
WARNING - Radiator hose  
Be very careful not to touch the  
radiator hose when checking or  
adding the engine oil as it may  
be hot enough to burn you.  
5. Pull the dipstick out again and  
check the level. The level should  
be between F and L.  
OSC078049N  
CAUTION - Replacing  
engine oil  
If it is near or at L, add enough oil to  
bring the level to F. Do not overfill.  
OSC078048N  
1. Be sure the vehicle is on level  
ground.  
Do not overfill the engine oil. It  
may damage the engine.  
Use a funnel to help prevent oil  
from being spilled on engine com-  
ponents.  
2. Start the engine and allow it to  
reach normal operating tempera-  
ture.  
3. Turn the engine off and wait for a  
few minutes (about 5 minutes) for  
the oil to return to the oil pan.  
Use only the specified engine oil.  
(Refer to “Recommended lubricants  
and capacities” in chapter 9.)  
4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean,  
and reinsert it fully.  
8 21  
Maintenance  
Changing the engine oil and  
filter  
Have engine oil and filter changed by  
an authorized Kia dealer according  
to the Maintenance Schedule at the  
beginning of this chapter.  
WARNING - Used engine  
oil  
Used engine oil may cause irrita-  
tion or cancer of the skin if left in  
contact with the skin for pro-  
longed periods of time. Always  
protect your skin by washing  
your hands thoroughly with  
soap and warm water as soon as  
possible after handling used oil.  
8 22  
Maintenance  
ENGINE COOLANT  
The high-pressure cooling system  
has a reservoir filled with year round  
antifreeze coolant. The reservoir is  
filled at the factory.  
• Turn the engine off and wait until it  
cools down. Use extreme care  
when removing the radiator cap.  
Wrap a thick towel around it, and  
turn it counterclockwise slowly to  
the first stop. Step back while the  
pressure is released from the cool-  
ing system.  
Checking the coolant level  
WARNING  
Removing radiator  
cap  
Check the antifreeze protection and  
coolant level at least once a year: at  
the beginning of the winter season,  
and before traveling to a colder cli-  
mate.  
When you are sure all the pressure  
has been released, press down on  
the cap, using a thick towel, and  
continue turning counterclockwise  
to remove it.  
Never attempt to remove the  
radiator cap while the engine is  
operating or hot. Doing so  
might lead to cooling system  
and engine damage and could  
result in serious personal injury  
from escaping hot coolant or  
steam.  
• Even if the engine is not operating,  
do not remove the radiator cap or  
the drain plug while the engine and  
radiator are hot. Hot coolant and  
steam may still blow out under  
pressure, causing serious injury.  
8 23  
Maintenance  
Recommended engine coolant  
WARNING - Cooling fan  
• When adding coolant, use only  
deionized water or soft water for  
your vehicle and never mix hard  
water in the coolant filled at the fac-  
tory. An improper coolant mixture  
can result in serious malfunction or  
engine damage.  
Use caution when working near  
the blade of the cooling fan.The  
electric motor (cooling fan) is  
controlled by engine coolant  
temperature, refrigerant pres-  
sure and vehicle speed. it may  
sometimes operate even when  
the engine is not running.  
• The engine in your vehicle has alu-  
minum engine parts and must be  
protected by an ethylene-glycol  
with phosphate based coolant to  
prevent corrosion and freezing.  
OSC077016N  
Check the condition and connections  
of all cooling system hoses and  
heater hoses. Replace any swollen  
or deteriorated hoses.  
• DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol  
coolant or mix them with the spec-  
ified coolant.  
The coolant level should be filled  
between F and L marks on the side  
of the coolant reservoir when the  
engine is cool.  
• Do not use a solution that contains  
more than 60% antifreeze or less  
than 35% antifreeze. This would  
reduce the effectiveness of the  
solution.  
If the coolant level is low, add enough  
specified coolant to provide protec-  
tion against freezing and corrosion.  
Bring the level to F, but do not over-  
fill. If frequent additions are required,  
see an authorized Kia dealer for a  
cooling system inspection.  
✽
NOTICE  
Make sure that the coolant cap is  
properly closed after refilling the  
coolant. Otherwise the engine could  
overheat while driving.  
8 24  
Maintenance  
For mixture percentage, refer to the  
following table.  
Changing the coolant  
Have the coolant changed by an  
authorized Kia dealer according to  
the Maintenance Schedule at the  
beginning of this chapter.  
Mixture Percentage  
(volume)  
Ambient  
Temperature  
Antifreeze  
Water  
65  
5°F (-15°C)  
-13°F (-25°C)  
-31°F (-35°C)  
-49°F (-45°C)  
35  
40  
50  
60  
CAUTION  
60  
Put a thick cloth or fabric  
around the radiator cap before  
refilling the coolant in order to  
prevent the coolant from over-  
flowing into engine parts such  
as the alternator.  
50  
40  
OSC078050N  
WARNING  
Radiator cap  
Do not remove the radiator cap  
when the engine and radiator  
are hot. Scalding hot coolant  
and steam may blow out under  
pressure which may result in  
serious injury.  
8 25  
Maintenance  
BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)  
Checking the brake/clutch  
In the event the brake system  
requires frequent additions of fluid,  
the vehicle should be inspected by  
an authorized Kia dealer.  
CAUTION - Proper fluid  
fluid level  
Only use brake/clutch fluid in  
brake system. Small amounts of  
improper fluids (such as engine  
oil) can cause damage to the  
brake system.  
When  
changing  
and  
adding  
brake/clutch fluid, handle it carefully.  
Do not let it come in contact with  
your eyes. If brake/clutch fluid should  
come in contact with your eyes,  
immediately flush them with a large  
quantity of fresh tap water. Have your  
eyes examined by a doctor as soon  
as possible.  
If the level is low, add fluid until you  
reach the MAX (Maximum) level. The  
level will fall with accumulated  
mileage. This is a normal condition  
associated with the wear of brake lin-  
ings. If the fluid level is excessively  
low, have the brake system checked  
by an authorized Kia dealer.  
OYB076013  
CAUTION - Brake/clutch  
fluid  
Check the fluid level in the reservoir  
periodically. The fluid level should be  
between the MAX (Maximum) and  
MIN (Minimum) marks on the side of  
the reservoir.  
Do not allow brake/clutch fluid to  
contact the vehicle's body paint,  
as paint damage will result.  
Use only the specified brake/clutch  
fluid. (Refer to “Recommended lubri-  
cants and capacities” in chapter 9.)  
Before removing the reservoir cap  
and adding brake/clutch fluid, clean  
the area around the reservoir cap  
thoroughly to prevent brake/clutch  
fluid contamination.  
Brake/clutch fluid which has been  
exposed to open air for an extended  
time should never be used as its  
quality cannot be guaranteed. It  
should be disposed of properly.  
Never mix different types of fluid.  
8 26  
Maintenance  
WASHER FLUID  
Checking the washer fluid  
level  
WARNING - Flammable  
fluid  
WARNING - Windshield  
fluid  
Do not allow the washer fluid to  
come in contact with open  
flames or sparks.The windshield  
washer fluid reservoir is flamma-  
ble under certain circumstances.  
This can result in a fire.  
Do not drink the windshield  
washer fluid. The windshield  
washer fluid is poisonous to  
humans and animals.  
WARNING - Coolant  
• Do not use radiator coolant or  
antifreeze in the washer fluid  
reservoir.  
OSC077019N  
The reservoir is translucent so that  
you can check the level with a quick  
visual inspection.  
• Radiator coolant can severely  
obscure visibility when sprayed  
on the windshield and may  
cause loss of vehicle control.  
Check the fluid level in the washer  
fluid reservoir and add fluid if neces-  
sary. In warm climates, plain water  
may be used if washer fluid is not  
available. However, use washer sol-  
vent with antifreeze characteristics in  
cold climates to prevent freezing.  
8 27  
Maintenance  
PARKING BRAKE  
Checking the parking brake  
OYB076016  
Check the stroke of the parking  
brake by counting the number of  
“clicks’’ heard while fully applying it  
from the released position. Also, the  
parking brake alone should securely  
hold the vehicle on a fairly steep  
grade. If the stroke is more or less  
than specified, have the parking  
brake adjusted by an authorized Kia  
dealer.  
Stroke : 5~7 “clicks’’ at a force of 44  
lbs (20 kg, 196 N).  
8 28  
Maintenance  
AIR CLEANER  
Filter replacement  
OYB076020  
OYB076021  
1. Loosen the air cleaner cover 2. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner.  
attaching clips and open the cover.  
OYB076018  
3. Replace the air cleaner filter.  
It must be replaced when necessary,  
and should not be washed.  
4. Lock the cover with the cover  
attaching clips.  
You can clean the filter when inspect-  
ing the air cleaner compartment.  
Clean the filter by using compressed  
air.  
8 29  
Maintenance  
Replace the filter according to the  
Maintenance Schedule.  
CAUTION - Air filter  
maintenance  
If the vehicle is operated in extreme-  
ly dusty or sandy areas, replace the  
element more often than the usual  
recommended intervals. (Refer to  
“Maintenance under severe usage  
conditions” in this chapter.)  
• Do not drive with the air clean-  
er removed; this will result in  
excessive engine wear.  
• When removing the air cleaner  
filter, be careful that dust or  
dirt does not enter the air  
intake, or damage may result.  
• Use a Kia genuine part. Use of  
a non-genuine part could  
damage the air flow sensor.  
8 30  
Maintenance  
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER  
Filter inspection  
The climate control air filter should  
be replaced according to the  
Maintenance Schedule. If the vehicle  
is operated in severely air-polluted  
cities or on dusty rough roads for a  
long period, it should be inspected  
more frequently and replaced earlier.  
When you replace the climate control  
air filter, replace it performing the fol-  
lowing procedure, and be careful to  
avoid damaging other components.  
OYB076022  
OYB076023  
1. Open the glove box and remove 2. With the glove box open, pull the  
the stoppers on both sides. support strap (1).  
8 31  
Maintenance  
OSC076007  
OQL075021  
3. Remove the climate control air fil- 4. Replace the climate control air fil-  
ter cover while pressing the lock  
on both sides of the cover.  
ter.  
5. Reassemble in the reverse order  
of disassembly.  
When replacing the climate control  
air filter, install it properly. Otherwise,  
the system may produce noise, and  
the effectiveness of the filter may be  
reduced.  
8 32  
Maintenance  
WIPER BLADES  
Blade inspection  
Contamination of either the wind-  
shield or the wiper blades with for-  
eign matter can reduce the effective-  
ness of the windshield wipers.  
Common sources of contamination  
are insects, tree sap, and hot wax  
treatments used by some commer-  
cial car washes. If the blades are not  
Blade replacement  
When the wipers no longer clean  
adequately, the blades may be worn  
or cracked, and require replacement.  
To prevent damage to the wiper arms  
or other components, do not attempt  
to move the wipers manually.  
wiping properly, clean both the win- Aftermarket wiper blades may result  
dow and the blades with a good in wiper malfunction and/or failure. It  
cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse is recommended to use certified Kia  
thoroughly with clean water.  
parts.  
1JBA5122  
CAUTION - Wiper blades  
Commercial hot waxes applied by  
automatic car washes have been  
known to make the windshield diffi-  
cult to clean.  
To prevent damage to the wiper  
blades, do not use gasoline,  
kerosene, paint thinner, or other  
solvents on or near them.  
8 33  
Maintenance  
Front windshield wiper blade  
CAUTION - Wiper arms  
Do not allow the wiper arm to  
fall against the windshield,  
since it may chip or crack the  
windshield.  
1JBA7037  
1LDA5023  
Type A  
1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the  
wiper blade assembly to expose  
the plastic locking clip.  
1JBA7038  
2. Compress the clip (1) and slide  
the blade assembly downward (2).  
3. Lift it off the arm.  
4. Install the blade assembly in the  
reverse order of removal.  
8 34  
Maintenance  
Rear window wiper blade  
(for 5 door)  
OHM078060  
OHM078059  
Type B  
1. Raise the wiper arm.  
OHM078062  
1. Raise the wiper arm and pull out  
the wiper blade assembly.  
OHM078061  
2. Lift up the wiper blade clip. Then  
pull down the blade assembly and  
remove it.  
3. Install the new blade assembly in  
the reverse order of removal.  
8 35  
Maintenance  
OHM078063  
2. Install the new blade assembly by  
inserting the center part into the  
slot in the wiper arm until it clicks  
into place.  
3. Make sure the blade assembly is  
installed firmly by trying to pull it  
slightly.  
To prevent damage to the wiper arms  
or other components, have an  
authorized Kia dealer replace the  
wiper blade.  
8 36  
Maintenance  
BATTERY  
Always read the following  
instructions carefully when  
handling a battery.  
For best battery service  
WARNING - Risk of  
explosion  
If any electrolyte gets into  
your eyes, flush your eyes  
with clean water for at least  
15 minutes and get immedi-  
ate medical attention.  
Keep lit cigarettes and  
all other flames or  
sparks away from the  
battery.  
The battery contains  
hydrogen -- a highly  
combustible gas which  
will explode if it comes  
in contact with a flame or  
spark.  
If electrolyte gets on your  
skin, thoroughly wash the  
contacted area. If you feel  
pain or a burning sensation,  
get medical attention imme-  
diately.  
OYB076025  
Keep batteries out of the  
children  
• Keep the battery securely mount-  
ed.  
An inappropriately disposed  
battery can be harmful to the  
environment and human  
health. Dispose the battery  
according to your local law(s)  
or regulation.  
reach  
of  
because batteries con-  
tain highly corrosive  
SULFURIC ACID and  
electrolytes. Do not  
allow battery acid to  
contact your skin, eyes,  
clothing or paint finish.  
• Keep the battery top clean and dry.  
• Keep the terminals and connec-  
tions clean, tight, and coated with  
petroleum jelly or terminal grease.  
The battery contains lead. Do  
not dispose of it after use.  
Please return the battery to  
an authorized Kia dealer to  
be recycled.  
• Rinse any spilled electrolyte from  
the battery immediately with a  
solution of water and baking soda.  
Wear eye protection  
when charging or work-  
• If the vehicle is not going to be  
used for an extended time, discon-  
nect the battery cables.  
ing near  
a
battery.  
Always provide ventila-  
tion when working in an  
enclosed space.  
Never attempt to recharge the bat-  
tery when the battery cables are con-  
nected.  
8 37  
Maintenance  
Recharging the battery  
WARNING - Risk of elec-  
trocution  
WARNING - Battery lead  
compound  
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,  
calcium-based battery.  
Never touch the electrical igni-  
tion system while the vehicle is  
running. This system works  
with high voltage which can  
shock you.  
Battery posts, terminals, and  
related accessories contain  
lead and lead compounds.  
Wash hands after handling.  
• If the battery becomes discharged  
in a short time (because, for exam-  
ple, the headlamps or interior  
lamps were left on while the vehi-  
cle was not in use), recharge it by  
slow charging (trickle) for 10 hours.  
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NOTICE  
• If the battery gradually discharges  
because of high electric load while  
the vehicle is being used, recharge  
it at 20-30A for two hours.  
If you connect unauthorized elec-  
tronic devices to the battery, the bat-  
tery may be discharged. Never use  
unauthorized devices.  
WARNING - Recharging  
Battery  
Never attempt to recharge the  
battery when the battery cables  
are connected.  
8 38  
Maintenance  
When recharging the battery, • Before performing maintenance or  
recharging the battery, turn off all  
accessories and stop the engine.  
Reset items  
observe the following precautions:  
The following items should be reset  
after the battery has been dis-  
charged or the battery has been dis-  
connected.  
• The battery must be removed from  
the vehicle and placed in an area • The negative battery cable must be  
with good ventilation.  
removed first and installed last  
when the battery is disconnected.  
• Do not allow cigarettes, sparks, or  
flame near the battery.  
• Auto up/down window  
• Sunroof  
• Watch the battery during charging,  
and stop or reduce the charging  
rate if the battery cells begin  
gassing (boiling) violently or if the  
temperature of the electrolyte of  
any cell exceeds 120°F (49°C).  
• Trip computer  
• Climate control system  
• Wear eye protection when check-  
ing the battery during charging.  
• Disconnect the battery charger in  
the following order.  
1. Turn off the battery charger main  
switch.  
2. Unhook the negative clamp from  
the negative battery terminal.  
3. Unhook the positive clamp from  
the positive battery terminal.  
8 39  
Maintenance  
TIRES AND WHEELS  
Tire care  
WARNING  
- Checking the tire inflation  
pressure  
For proper maintenance, safety, and  
maximum fuel economy, you must  
always maintain recommended tire  
inflation pressures and stay within  
the load limits and weight distribution  
recommended for your vehicle.  
Inflate your tires consistent with  
the instructions provided in this  
manual.  
Regularly check the tire infla-  
tion pressure, and correct it as  
needed: at least twice a month  
and before a long trip.  
Recommended cold tire infla-  
tion pressures  
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All tire pressures (including the  
spare) should be checked when the  
tires are cold. “Cold Tires” means the  
vehicle has not been driven for at  
least three hours or driven less than  
1 mile (1.6 km).  
If you fail to observe this pre-  
caution, you may be driving on  
tires with incorrect tire pres-  
sures, a condition that may not  
only compromise your vehicle's  
driving stability, but also lead to  
tire damage and the risk of an  
accident.  
All specifications (sizes and pres-  
sures) can be found on a label  
attached to the driver’s side center  
pillar.  
Recommended pressures must be  
maintained for the best ride, top vehi-  
cle handling, and minimum tire wear.  
This risk is much higher on hot  
days and when driving for long  
periods at high speeds.  
For recommended inflation pressure  
refer to “Tire and wheels” in chapter 9.  
8 40  
Maintenance  
• Underinflation also results in  
excessive wear, poor handling and  
reduced fuel economy. Wheel  
deformation also is possible. Keep  
your tire pressures at the proper  
levels. If a tire frequently needs  
refilling, have it checked by an  
authorized Kia dealer.  
Tire pressure  
Checking tire inflation pres-  
sure  
Always observe the following:  
Check your tires once a month or  
more.  
• Check tire pressure when the tires  
are cold. (After vehicle has been  
parked for at least three hours or  
hasn't been driven more than 1  
mile (1.6 km) since startup.)  
Also, check the tire pressure of the  
spare tire.  
• Check the pressure of your spare  
tire each time you check the pres-  
sure of other tires.  
• Overinflation produces a harsh  
ride, excessive wear at the center  
of the tire tread, and a greater pos-  
How to check  
Use a good quality gauge to check  
tire pressure. You cannot tell if your  
tires are properly inflated simply by  
looking at them. Radial tires may  
look properly inflated even when  
they're underinflated.  
sibility of damage from road haz- • Never overload your vehicle. Be  
ards.  
careful not to overload a vehicle  
luggage rack if your vehicle is  
equipped with one.  
• Warm tires normally exceed rec-  
ommended cold tire pressures by 4  
to 6 psi (28 to 41 kPa). Do not  
release air from warm tires to  
adjust the pressure or the tires will  
be underinflated.  
Check the tire's inflation pressure  
when the tires are cold. - "Cold"  
means your vehicle has been sitting  
for at least three hours or driven no  
more than 1 mile (1.6 km).  
WARNING - Tire Inflation  
Overinflation or underinflation  
can reduce tire life, adversely  
affect vehicle handling, and  
lead to sudden tire failure. This  
could result in loss of vehicle  
control and potential injury.  
• Be sure to reinstall the tire inflation  
valve caps. Without the valve cap,  
dirt or moisture could get into the  
valve core and cause air leakage. If  
a valve cap is missing, install a  
new one as soon as possible.  
8 41  
Maintenance  
Remove the valve cap from the tire • Inspect your tires frequently for  
Tire rotation  
valve stem. Press the tire gauge firm-  
ly onto the valve to get a pressure  
measurement. If the cold tire inflation  
pressure matches the recommended  
pressure on the tire and loading  
information label, no further adjust-  
ment is necessary. If the pressure is  
low, add air until you reach the rec-  
ommended amount.  
proper inflation as well as wear and  
damage. Always use a tire pres-  
sure gauge.  
To equalize tread wear, it is recom-  
mended that the tires be rotated  
every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or  
sooner if irregular wear develops.  
• Tires with too much or too little  
pressure can cause tires to wear  
unevenly, causing poor handling,  
loss of vehicle control, and sudden  
tire failure leading to accidents,  
injuries, and even death. The rec-  
ommended cold tire pressure for  
your vehicle can be found in this  
manual and on the tire label locat-  
ed on the driver's side center pillar.  
During rotation, check the tires for  
correct balance.  
When rotating tires, check for uneven  
wear and damage. Abnormal wear is  
usually caused by incorrect tire pres-  
sure, improper wheel alignment, out-  
of-balance wheels, severe braking or  
severe cornering. Look for bumps or  
bulges in the tread or side of the tire.  
Replace the tire if you find either of  
these conditions. Replace the tire if  
fabric or cord is visible. After rotation,  
be sure to bring the front and rear tire  
pressures to specification and check  
lug nut tightness.  
If you overfill the tire, release air by  
pushing on the metal stem in the  
center of the tire valve. Recheck the  
tire pressure with the tire gauge. Be  
sure to put the valve caps back on  
the valve stems. They help prevent  
leaks by keeping out dirt and mois-  
ture.  
• Remember to check the pressure  
of your spare tire. Kia recommends  
that you check the spare every  
time you check the pressure of the  
other tires on your vehicle.  
Refer to “Tire and wheels” in chapter  
9.  
8 42  
Maintenance  
Without a spare tire  
Disc brake pads should be inspected  
for wear whenever tires are rotated.  
Wheel alignment and tire bal-  
ance  
Rotate radial tires that have an  
asymmetric tread pattern only from  
front to rear and not from right to left.  
The wheels on your vehicle were  
aligned and balanced carefully at the  
factory to give you the longest tire life  
and best overall performance.  
In most cases, you will not need to  
have your wheels aligned again.  
However, if you notice unusual tire  
wear or your vehicle pulling one way  
or the other, the alignment may need  
to be reset.  
WARNING - Mixing tires  
• Do not use the compact spare  
tire (if equipped) for tire rota-  
tion.  
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Directional tires (if equipped)  
• Do not mix bias ply and radial  
ply tires under any circum-  
stances. This may cause  
unusual handling characteris-  
tics.  
If you notice your vehicle vibrating  
when driving on a smooth road, your  
wheels may need to be rebalanced.  
CAUTION - Wheel weight  
Improper wheel weights can  
damage your vehicle's alu-  
minum wheels. Use only  
approved wheel weights.  
CBGQ0707A  
8 43  
Maintenance  
The ABS works by comparing the Compact spare tire replacement  
speed of the wheels. The tire size  
Tire replacement  
A compact spare tire has a shorter  
affects wheel speed. When replacing  
tread life than a regular size tire.  
tires, all 4 tires must use the same  
Replace it when you can see the  
size originally supplied with the vehi-  
tread wear indicator bars on the tire.  
cle. Using tires of a different size can  
The replacement compact spare tire  
cause the ABS (Anti-lock Brake  
should be the same size and design  
System) and ESC (Electronic  
tire as the one provided with your  
Stability Control) to work irregularly.  
new vehicle and should be mounted  
on the same compact spare tire  
wheel. The compact spare tire is not  
designed to be mounted on a regular  
size wheel, and the compact spare  
tire wheel is not designed for mount-  
ing a regular size tire.  
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NOTICE  
•
•
We recommend that when replac-  
ing tires, use the same which were  
originally supplied with the vehi-  
cle. If not, driving performance  
could be altered.  
It is best to replace all four tires at  
the same time. If that is not possi-  
ble, or necessary, then replace the  
two front or two rear tires as a pair.  
Replacing just one tire can serious-  
ly affect your vehicle's handling.  
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If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear  
Indicator (A) will appear as a solid  
band across the tread. This shows  
there is less than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm)  
of tread left on the tire. Replace the  
tire when this happens.  
Do not wait for the band to appear  
across the entire tread before replac-  
ing the tire.  
8 44  
Maintenance  
Wheel replacement  
Tire traction  
Tire sidewall labeling  
When replacing the metal wheels for Tire traction can be reduced if you  
any reason, make sure the new drive on worn tires, tires that are  
wheels are equivalent to the original improperly inflated or on slippery  
factory units in diameter, rim width road surfaces. Tires should be  
and offset.  
replaced when tread wear indicators  
appear. Slow down whenever there  
is rain, snow or ice on the road, to  
reduce the possibility of losing con-  
trol of the vehicle.  
A wheel that is not the correct size  
may adversely affect wheel and  
bearing life, braking and stopping  
abilities, handling characteristics,  
ground clearance, body-to-tire clear-  
ance, snow chain clearance,  
speedometer and odometer calibra-  
tion, headlight aim and bumper  
height.  
Tire maintenance  
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In addition to proper inflation, correct  
wheel alignment helps to decrease  
tire wear. If you find a tire is worn  
unevenly, have your dealer check the  
wheel alignment.  
This information identifies and  
describes the fundamental charac-  
teristics of the tire and also provides  
the tire identification number (TIN)  
for safety standard certification. The  
TIN can be used to identify the tire in  
case of a recall.  
CAUTION - Wheel  
Wheels that do not meet Kia's  
specifications may fit poorly  
and result in damage to the  
vehicle or unusual handling and  
poor vehicle control.  
When you have new tires installed,  
make sure they are balanced. This  
will increase vehicle ride comfort and  
tire life. Additionally, a tire should  
always be rebalanced if it is removed  
from the wheel.  
1. Manufacturer or brand name  
Manufacturer or Brand name is  
shown.  
8 45  
Maintenance  
Tire speed ratings  
2. Tire size designation  
89 - Load Index, a numerical code  
associated with the maximum  
load the tire can carry.  
The chart below lists many of the dif-  
ferent speed ratings currently being  
used for passenger vehicles. The  
speed rating is part of the tire size  
designation on the sidewall of the  
tire. This symbol corresponds to that  
tire's designed maximum safe oper-  
ating speed.  
A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire  
size designation. You will need this  
information when selecting replace- H - Speed Rating Symbol. See the  
ment tires for your car. The following  
explains what the letters and num-  
bers in the tire size designation  
mean.  
speed rating chart in this section  
for additional information.  
Wheel size designation  
Example tire size designation:  
Wheels are also marked with impor-  
tant information that you need if you  
ever have to replace one. The follow-  
ing explains what the letters and  
numbers in the wheel size designa-  
tion mean.  
(These numbers are provided as an  
example only; your tire size designa-  
tor could vary depending on your  
vehicle.)  
Speed  
Rating  
Symbol  
Maximum Speed  
S
T
H
V
Z
112 mph (180 km/h)  
118 mph (190 km/h)  
P205/55R16 89H  
P - Applicable vehicle type (tires  
marked with the prefix “P’’ are  
intended for use on passenger  
vehicles or light trucks; however,  
not all tires have this marking).  
130 mph (210 km/h)  
Example wheel size designation:  
149 mph (240 km/h)  
6.0JX16  
Above 149 mph (240 km/h)  
6.0 - Rim width in inches.  
J - Rim contour designation.  
16 - Rim diameter in inches.  
205 - Tire width in millimeters.  
55 - Aspect ratio. The tire’s section  
height as a percentage of its  
width.  
R - Tire construction code (Radial).  
16 - Rim diameter in inches.  
8 46  
Maintenance  
3. Checking tire life (TIN :Tire  
Identification Number)  
5. Maximum permissible inflation  
pressure  
WARNING - Tire age  
Replace tires within the recom-  
mended time frame. Failure to  
replace tires as recommended  
can result in sudden tire failure,  
which could lead to a loss of  
control and an accident.  
Any tires that are over 6 years old,  
based on the manufacturing date,  
(including the spare tire) should be  
replaced by new ones. You can find  
the manufacturing date on the tire  
sidewall (possibly on the inside of the  
wheel), displaying the DOT Code.  
The DOT Code is a series of num-  
bers on a tire consisting of numbers  
and English letters. The manufactur-  
ing date is designated by the last four  
digits (characters) of the DOT code.  
This number is the greatest amount of  
air pressure that should be put in the  
tire. Do not exceed the maximum per-  
missible inflation pressure. Refer to  
the Tire and Loading Information label  
for recommended inflation pressure.  
6. Maximum load rating  
4. Tire ply composition and mate-  
rial  
This number indicates the maximum  
load in kilograms and pounds that can  
be carried by the tire. When replacing  
the tires on the vehicle, always use a  
tire that has the same load rating as  
the factory installed tire.  
The number of layers or plies of rub-  
ber-coated fabric in the tire. Tire  
manufacturers also must indicate the  
materials in the tire, which include  
steel, nylon, polyester, and others.  
The letter "R" means radial ply con-  
struction; the letter "D" means diago-  
nal or bias ply construction; and the  
letter "B" means belted-bias ply con-  
struction.  
DOT : XXXX XXXX OOOO  
The front part of the DOT means a  
plant code number, tire size and  
tread pattern and the last four num-  
bers indicate week and year manu-  
factured.  
7. Uniform tire quality grading  
Quality grades can be found where  
applicable on the tire sidewall  
between tread shoulder and maxi-  
mum section width.  
For example:  
DOT XXXX XXXX 1619 represents  
that the tire was produced in the 16th  
week of 2019.  
For example:  
TREADWEAR 440  
TRACTION A  
TEMPERATURE A  
8 47  
Maintenance  
Tread wear  
Traction - AA, A, B & C  
Tires degrade over time, even when  
they are not being used. Regardless  
of the remaining tread, we recom-  
mend that tires be replaced after  
approximately six (6) years of normal  
service. Heat caused by hot climates  
or frequent high loading conditions  
can accelerate the aging process.  
The tread wear grade is a compara-  
tive rating based on the wear rate of  
the tire when tested under controlled  
conditions on a specified govern-  
ment test course. For example, a tire  
graded 150 would wear one-and-a-  
half times (1½) as well on the gov-  
ernment course as a tire graded 100.  
The traction grades, from highest to  
lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those  
grades represent the tires ability to  
stop on wet pavement as measured  
under controlled conditions on spec-  
ified government test surfaces of  
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked  
C may have poor traction perform-  
ance.  
These grades are molded on the  
side-walls of passenger vehicle tires.  
The tires available as standard or  
optional equipment on your vehicles  
may vary with respect to grade.  
The relative performance of tires  
depends upon the actual conditions  
of their use, however, and may  
depart significantly from the norm  
due to variations in driving habits,  
service practices and differences in  
road characteristics and climate.  
The traction grade assigned to this  
tire is based on straight-ahead brak-  
ing traction tests, and does not  
include acceleration, cornering,  
hydroplaning, or peak traction char-  
acteristics.  
8 48  
Maintenance  
Temperature -A, B & C  
Tire terminology and definitions  
Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of  
air pressure in a tire, measured in  
kilopascals (kPa) or pounds per  
square inch (psi) before a tire has  
built up heat from driving.  
The temperature grades are A (the  
highest), B and C representing the  
tire’s resistance to the generation of  
heat and its ability to dissipate heat  
when tested under controlled condi-  
tions on a specified indoor laboratory  
test wheel.  
Air Pressure: The amount of air  
inside the tire pressing outward on  
the tire. Air pressure is expressed in  
kilopascal (kPa) or pounds per  
square inch (psi).  
Curb Weight: This means the weight  
of a motor vehicle with standard and  
optional equipment including the  
maximum capacity of fuel, oil and  
coolant, but without passengers and  
cargo.  
Accessory Weight: This means the  
combined weight of optional acces-  
sories. Some examples of optional  
accessories are, intelligent variable  
transmission, power seats, and air  
conditioning.  
Sustained high temperature can  
cause the material of the tire to  
degenerate and reduce tire life, and  
excessive temperature can lead to  
sudden tire failure. The grade C cor-  
responds to a level of performance  
which all passenger car tires must  
meet under the Federal Motor  
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109.  
Grades B and A represent higher  
levels of performance on the labora-  
tory test wheel than the minimum  
required by law.  
DOT Markings: A code molded into  
the sidewall of a tire signifying that  
the tire is in compliance with the U.S.  
Department of Transportation motor  
vehicle safety standards. The DOT  
code includes the Tire Identification  
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric des-  
ignator which can also identify the  
tire manufacturer, production plant,  
brand and date of production.  
Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a  
tire's height to its width.  
Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords  
that is located between the plies and  
the tread. Cords may be made from  
steel or other reinforcing materials.  
Bead: The tire bead contains steel  
wires wrapped by steel cords that  
hold the tire onto the rim.  
Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in  
which the plies are laid at alternate  
angles less than 90 degrees to the  
centerline of the tread.  
8 49  
Maintenance  
GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Maximum Inflation Pressure: The Occupant Distribution: Designated  
maximum air pressure to which a seating positions.  
GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight  
Rating for the Front Axle.  
cold tire may be inflated. The maxi-  
mum air pressure is molded onto the  
sidewall.  
Outward Facing Sidewall: The side  
of a asymmetrical tire that has a par-  
ticular side that faces outward when  
GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight  
Rating for the Rear axle.  
Maximum Load Rating: The load mounted on a vehicle. The outward  
rating for a tire at the maximum per- facing sidewall bears white lettering  
missible inflation pressure for that or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or  
Intended Outboard Sidewall: The  
side of an asymmetrical tire, that  
must always face outward when  
mounted on a vehicle.  
tire.  
model name molding that is higher or  
deeper than the same moldings on  
the inner facing sidewall.  
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight:  
The sum of curb weight; accessory  
weight; vehicle capacity weight; and Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire  
Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for  
air pressure.  
Light truck(LT) tire: A tire designat-  
ed by its manufacturer as primarily  
intended for use on lightweight trucks  
or multipurpose passenger vehicles.  
production options weight.  
used on passenger cars and some  
light duty trucks and multipurpose  
vehicles.  
Normal Occupant Weight: The  
number of occupants a vehicle is  
designed to seat multiplied by 150 Ply: A layer of rubber-coated parallel  
lbs. (68kg).  
Load Index: An assigned number  
ranging from 1 to 279 that corre-  
sponds to the load carrying capacity  
of a tire.  
cords  
Pneumatic tire:  
A
mechanical  
device made of rubber, chemicals,  
fabric and steel or other materials,  
that, when mounted on an automo-  
tive wheel, provides the traction and  
contains the gas or fluid that sustains  
the load.  
Load ratings: The maximum load  
that a tire is rated to carry for a given  
inflation pressure.  
8 50  
Maintenance  
Production options weight: The Speed Rating: An alphanumeric Vehicle Maximum Load on the  
combined weight of installed regular code assigned to a tire indicating the Tire: Load on an individual tire due  
production options weighing over 5 maximum speed at which a tire can to curb and accessory weight plus  
lb.(2.3 kg) in excess of the standard operate.  
items which they replace, not previ-  
maximum occupant and cargo  
weight.  
Traction: The friction between the  
tire and the road surface. The Vehicle Normal Load on the Tire:  
ously considered in curb weight or  
accessory weight, including heavy  
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,  
heavy duty battery, and special trim.  
amount of grip provided.  
Load on an individual tire that is  
determined by distributing to each  
axle its share of the curb weight,  
accessory weight, and normal occu-  
pant weight and driving by 2.  
Tread: The portion of a tire that  
comes into contact with the road.  
Recommended Inflation Pressure:  
Vehicle manufacturer's recommend-  
ed tire inflation pressure and shown  
on the tire placard.  
Treadwear Indicators: Narrow  
bands, sometimes called "wear  
bars," that show across the tread of a  
tire when only 1/16 inch of tread  
remains.  
Vehicle Placard: A label permanent-  
ly attached to a vehicle showing the  
original equipment tire size and rec-  
ommended inflation pressure.  
Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in  
which the ply cords that extend to the  
beads are laid at 90 degrees to the  
centerline of the tread.  
UTQGS: Uniform Tire Quality  
Grading Standards, a tire information  
system that provides consumers with  
ratings for a tire's traction, tempera-  
ture and treadwear. Ratings are  
determined by tire manufacturers  
Rim: A metal support for a tire and  
upon which the tire beads are seat-  
ed.  
Sidewall: The portion of a tire using government testing proce-  
between the tread and the bead.  
dures. The ratings are molded into  
the sidewall of the tire.  
Vehicle Capacity Weight: The num-  
ber of designated seating positions  
multiplied by 150 lbs. (68kg) plus the  
rated cargo and luggage load.  
8 51  
Maintenance  
All season tires  
Snow tires  
WARNING  
Kia specifies all season tires on  
some models to provide good per-  
formance for use all year round,  
including snowy and icy road condi-  
tions. All season tires are identified  
by ALL SEASON and/or M+S (Mud  
and Snow) on the tire sidewall. Snow  
tires have better snow traction than  
all season tires and may be more  
appropriate in some areas.  
If you equip your car with snow tires,  
they should be the same size and  
have the same load capacity as the  
original tires. Snow tires should be  
installed on all four wheels; other-  
wise, poor handling may result.  
Do not use summer tires at tem-  
peratures below 45°F (7°C) or  
when driving on snow or ice. At  
temperatures below 45°F (7°C),  
summer tires can lose elastici-  
ty, and therefore traction and  
braking power as well. Change  
the tires on your vehicle to win-  
ter or all-weather tires of the  
same size as the standard tires  
of the vehicle. Both types of  
tires are identified by the M+S  
(Mud and Snow) marking. Using  
summer tires at very cold tem-  
peratures could cause cracks to  
form, thereby damaging the  
tires permanently.  
Snow tires should carry 4 psi (28  
kPa) more air pressure than the  
pressure recommended for the stan-  
dard tires on the tire label on the dri-  
ver's side of the center pillar, or up to  
the maximum pressure shown on the  
tire sidewall, whichever is less.  
Summer tires  
Kia specifies summer tires on some  
models to provide superior perform-  
ance on dry roads. Summer tire per-  
formance is substantially reduced in  
snow and ice. Summer tires do not  
have the tire traction rating M+S  
(Mud and Snow) on the tire side wall.  
If you plan to operate your vehicle in  
snowy or icy conditions, Kia recom-  
mends the use of snow tires or all  
season tires on all four wheels.  
Do not drive faster than 75 mph (120  
km/h) when your vehicle is equipped  
with snow tires.  
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Maintenance  
Longer wearing tires can be more  
susceptible to irregular tread wear. It  
is very important to follow the tire  
rotation interval shown in this section  
to achieve the tread life potential of  
these tires. Cuts and punctures in  
radial-ply tires are repairable only in  
the tread area, because of sidewall  
flexing. Consult your tire dealer for  
radial-ply tire repairs.  
Tire chains  
Radial-ply tires  
Tire chains, if necessary, should be Radial-ply tires provide improved  
installed on the front wheels.  
tread life, road hazard resistance and  
smoother high speed ride. The radi-  
al-ply tires used on this vehicle are  
of belted construction and are select-  
ed to complement the ride and han-  
dling characteristics of your vehicle.  
Be sure that the chains are installed  
in accordance with the manufactur-  
er's instructions.  
To minimize tire and chain wear, do  
not continue to use tire chains when  
they are no longer needed.  
Radial-ply tires have the same load  
carrying capacity as bias-ply or bias  
belted tires of the same size and use  
the same recommended inflation  
pressure. Mixing of radial-ply tires  
with bias-ply or bias belted tires is  
not recommended. Any combina-  
tions of radial-ply and bias-ply or bias  
belted tires when used on the same  
vehicle will seriously deteriorate  
vehicle handling. The best rule to fol-  
low is: identical radial-ply tires should  
always be used as a set of four.  
• When driving on roads covered  
with snow or ice, drive at less than  
20 mph (30 km/h).  
• Use the SAE “S” class or wire  
chains.  
• If you hear noise caused by chains  
contacting the body, retighten the  
chain to avoid contact with the  
vehicle body.  
• To prevent body damage, retighten  
the chains after driving 0.3~0.6  
miles (0.5~1.0 km).  
• Do not use tire chains on vehicles  
equipped with aluminum wheels.  
In unavoidable circumstances, use  
a wire type chain.  
• Use wire chains less than 0.47  
inches (12 mm) in width to prevent  
damage to the chain’s connection.  
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Maintenance  
• It is not easy to recognize the tire  
damage with your own eyes. In the  
event that the tire is impacted, have  
the tire checked or replaced  
because the tire damage may  
cause air leakage from the tire.  
Low aspect ratio tire  
(if equipped)  
CAUTION  
Because the sidewall of a low  
aspect ratio tire is shorter than  
normal, the wheel and tire of a  
low aspect ratio tire is more eas-  
ily damaged. Therefore, follow  
the instructions below.  
Low aspect ratio tires, whose aspect  
ratio is lower than 50, are provided  
for sporty looks.  
Because the low aspect ratio tires  
are optimized for handling and brak-  
ing, they may be more uncomfortable  
to ride in and more noisy when com-  
pared with normal tires.  
• If the tire is damaged by driving on  
a rough road, off road, pothole,  
manhole, or curb stone, the dam-  
age will not be covered by the war-  
ranty.  
• When driving on a rough road  
or off road, drive cautiously  
because the tires and wheels  
may become damaged. And  
after driving, inspect the tires  
and wheels.  
• You can find out tire information on  
the tire sidewall.  
• When passing over a pothole,  
speed bump, manhole, or curb  
stone, drive slowly so that the  
tires and wheels are not dam-  
aged.  
• If the tire is impacted, we rec-  
ommend that you inspect the  
tire condition or contact an  
authorized Kia dealer.  
• To prevent damage to the tire,  
inspect the tire condition and  
pressure every 1,900 miles  
(3,000 km).  
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Maintenance  
FUSES  
■ Blade type  
A vehicle’s electrical system is pro-  
tected from electrical overload dam-  
age by fuses.  
WARNING - Fuse replace-  
ment  
This vehicle has 2 (or 3) fuse panels,  
one located in the driver’s side panel  
bolster, the other in the engine com-  
partment near the battery.  
• Never replace a fuse with any-  
thing but another fuse of the  
same rating.  
■ Cartridge type  
• A higher capacity fuse could  
cause damage and possibly a  
fire.  
If any of your vehicle’s lights, acces-  
sories, or controls do not work, check  
the appropriate circuit fuse. If a fuse  
has blown, the element inside the  
fuse will melt.  
• Never install a wire or alu-  
minum foil instead of the  
proper fuse - even as a tem-  
porary repair. It may cause  
extensive wiring damage and  
a possible fire.  
■ Multi fuse  
If the electrical system does not  
work, first check the driver’s side  
fuse panel.  
Always replace a blown fuse with  
one of the same rating.  
• Do not modify or add-on elec-  
tric wiring to the vehicle.  
If the replacement fuse blows, this  
indicates an electrical problem. Avoid  
using the system involved and imme-  
diately consult an authorized Kia  
dealer.  
■ BFT  
CAUTION  
Do not use a screwdriver or any  
other metal object to remove  
fuses because it may cause a  
short circuit and damage the  
system.  
Three kinds of fuses are used: blade  
type for lower amperage rating, car-  
tridge type, and multi fuse for higher  
amperage ratings.  
OJF075021  
❈ Left side : Normal , Right side : Blown  
8 55  
Maintenance  
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NOTICE  
When replacing fuse, turn the  
ignition “OFF” and turn off  
switches of all electrical devices  
then remove battery (-) terminal.  
The actual fuse/relay panel label  
may differ from equipped items.  
CAUTION  
CAUTION  
•
• When replacing a blown fuse  
or relay, make sure the new  
fuse or relay fits tightly into  
the clips. Failure to tightly  
install the fuse or relay may  
cause damage to the wiring  
and electric systems.  
• Do not input any other objects  
except fuses or relays into  
fuse/relay terminals such as a  
driver or wiring. It may cause  
contact failure and system  
malfunction.  
•
• Do not plug in screwdrivers or  
aftermarket wiring into the ter-  
minal originally designed for  
fuse and relays only. The elec-  
trical system and wiring of the  
vehicle interior may be dam-  
aged or burned due to contact  
failure.  
WARNING - Electrical Fire  
• Do not remove fuses, relays  
and terminals fastened with  
bolts or nuts.The fuses, relays  
and terminals may not be fas-  
tened correctly which may  
cause vehicle damage.  
Always ensure replacements  
fuses and relays are securely  
fastened when installed. Failure  
to do so can result in a vehicle  
fire.  
• If you directly connect the  
wire on the taillight or replace  
the bulb which is over the reg-  
ulated capacity to install trail-  
ers etc., the inner junction  
block can get burned.  
8 56  
Maintenance  
If you do not have a spare, use a  
fuse of the same rating from a circuit  
you may not need for operating the  
vehicle, such as the power outlet  
fuse.  
Inner panel fuse replacement  
If the head lamp, turn signal lamp,  
stop signal lamp, fog lamp, DRL, tail  
lamp, HMSL do not work and the  
fuses are OK, check the fuse panel  
in the engine compartment. If a fuse  
is blown, it must be replaced.  
OYB076027  
3. Pull the suspected fuse straight  
out. Use the removal tool provided  
on the engine compartment fuse  
panel cover.  
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NOTICE  
OYB076026  
If the headlamp, fog lamp, turn signal  
lamp, or tail lamp malfunction even  
without any problem to the lamps,  
have the vehicle checked by an  
authorized Kia dealer for assistance.  
1. Turn the ignition switch and all  
other switches off.  
2. Open the fuse panel cover.  
4. Check the removed fuse; replace it  
if it is blown.  
If the switch is located in the “OFF”  
position, a caution indicator will be  
displayed in the cluster.  
Spare fuses are provided in the  
engine compartment fuse panel.  
5. Push in a new fuse of the same  
rating, and make sure it fits tightly  
in the clips.  
If it fits loosely, consult an authorized  
Kia dealer.  
8 57  
Maintenance  
If the memory fuse is pulled up from  
the fuse panel, the warning chime,  
audio, clock and interior lamps, etc.,  
will not operate. Some items must be  
reset after replacement. Refer to  
“Battery” in this section.  
Memory fuse  
CAUTION - Fuse Panel  
Covers  
The contact points of the  
switches may wear out with  
excessive use. Please refrain  
from excessive use of the  
switches (except for long-term  
parking for over 1 month).  
Even though the memory fuse is  
pulled up, the battery can still be dis-  
charged by operation of the head-  
lights or other electrical devices.  
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NOTICE  
Set all switches to ON before driv-  
ing.  
•
OYB076037  
•
If the vehicle is going to be unused  
for over 1 month, set all switches  
to OFF to prevent the batteries  
from draining.  
Your vehicle is equipped with the  
memory fuse to prevent battery dis-  
charge if your vehicle is parked with-  
out being operated for prolonged  
periods. Use the following proce-  
dures before parking the vehicle for  
prolonged periods.  
1. Turn off the engine.  
2. Turn off the headlights and tail  
lights.  
3. Open the driver’s side panel cover  
and pull up the memory fuse.  
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Maintenance  
3. Check the removed fuse; replace it Multi fuse  
if it is blown. To remove or insert  
the fuse, use the fuse puller in the  
Engine compartment fuse  
replacement  
engine compartment fuse panel.  
4. Push in a new fuse of the same  
rating, and make sure it fits tightly  
in the clips. If it fits loosely, consult  
an authorized Kia dealer.  
CAUTION  
After checking the fuse panel in  
the  
engine  
compartment,  
OYB076029  
securely install the fuse panel  
cover through the audible click-  
ing sound.  
OYB076028  
If the multi fuse is blown, it must be  
removed as follows:  
1. Turn the ignition switch and all  
other switches off.  
If not, electrical failures may  
occur from water contact.  
1. Turn off the engine.  
2. Remove the fuse panel cover by  
pressing the tab and pulling the  
cover up. When the blade type  
fuse is disconnected, remove it by  
using the clip designed for chang-  
ing fuses located in the engine  
compartment fuse box. Upon  
removal, securely insert reserve  
fuse of the same rating.  
2. Disconnect the negative battery  
cable.  
3. Remove the nuts shown in the pic-  
ture above.  
4. Replace the fuse with a new one  
of the same rating.  
5. Reverse these steps to reinstall  
the multi fuse.  
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Maintenance  
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NOTICE - Window tinting pre-  
caution  
CAUTION  
CAUTION - Random  
wiring prohibited when  
retrofitting equipment  
Do not disassemble nor assem-  
ble the multi fuse when it is  
secured with nuts and bolts.  
Incorrect or partial assembly  
torque may cause a fire. Have  
the vehicle checked by an  
authorized Kia dealer.  
Window  
tint(especially  
metallic  
film) might cause communication  
disorder or poor radio reception,  
and malfunction of the automatic  
lighting system due to excessive  
change of illumination inside the  
vehicle. The solution used might also  
flow into electric, electronic devices  
causing disorder and failure.  
Use of random wiring in the  
vehicle might cause danger due  
to failure and damage of the  
vehicle’s performance.  
Using random wires especially  
when retrofitting AVN or theft  
alarm system, remote engine  
control, car phone or radio  
might damage the vehicle or  
cause fire.  
CAUTION  
Visually inspect the battery cap  
to ensure it is securely closed.  
If the battery cap is not securely  
closed, moisture may enter the  
system and damage the electri-  
cal components.  
CAUTION - Remodeling  
Prohibited  
Do not try remodeling the vehi-  
cle in any way. It is illegal, and  
may affect the vehicle's perform-  
ance, durability, and safety. The  
manufacturer's warranty does  
not cover any problems caused  
by remodeling. Remodeling the  
vehicle can cause malfunction of  
the vehicle, wiring damage, bat-  
tery discharge, connector dam-  
age, or fire.  
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Maintenance  
Fuse/relay panel description  
Driver’s side fuse panel  
OYB076030  
Inside the fuse/relay panel covers,  
you can find the fuse/relay label  
describing fuse/relay name and  
capacity.  
OSC076008  
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NOTICE  
Not all fuse panel descriptions in  
this manual may be applicable to  
your vehicle. It is accurate at the  
time of printing. When you inspect  
the fuse panel in your vehicle, refer  
to the fuse panel label.  
8 61  
Maintenance  
Instrument panel (Driver’s side fuse panel)  
Fuse Name  
Fuse rating  
Circuit Protected  
DOOR LOCK  
20A  
Tail Gate Unlock Relay, Door Lock/Unlock Relay, Two Turn Unlock Relay  
POWER OUTLET  
SAFETY P/WINDOW  
STOP LAMP  
20A  
25A  
15A  
15A  
20A  
Power Outlet  
Driver Safety Power Window Module  
Stop Signal Electronic Module  
BCM (Body Control Module), SLM (Seat Belt & Lighting Module)  
Cigarette Lighter  
T/SIGNAL LAMP  
C/LIGHTER  
HEATED  
MIRROR  
Driver Power Outside Mirror, Passenger Power Outside Mirror, Air Conditioner Control Module, ECM  
(Engine Control Module)/PCM (Power train Control Module)  
10A  
DRL2  
P/WINDOW RH  
S/HEATER  
DRL1  
10A  
25A  
20A  
10A  
BCM (Body Control Module)  
Power Window Main Switch, Passenger Power Window Switch  
Front Seat Warmer Control Module  
-
With Immobilizer : ECM (Engine Control Module)/PCM (Power train Control Module), Engine Room  
Junction Block(Start Relay)  
Without Immobilizer : Burglar Alarm Relay  
START  
7.5A  
Head Lamp Right Handle side, Rear Combination Lamp (OUT) Right Handle side, License Lamp Right  
Handle side, Rear Combination Lamp (IN) Right Handle side, Illumination (+)  
TAIL LAMP RH  
MODULE2  
7.5A  
10A  
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) Unit, Crash Pad Switch  
8 62  
Maintenance  
Fuse Name  
Fuse rating  
Circuit Protected  
Engine Room Junction Block(Back-Up Lamp Switch), Intelligent variable transmission Shift Lever,  
Transmission Range Switch, Stop Lamp Switch  
TCU  
15A  
P/WINDOW LH  
SPARE1  
25A  
25A  
10A  
15A  
Power Window Main Switch  
Spare  
FOG LAMP REAR  
HEATED STEERING  
-
Steering Wheel Heated  
Head Lamp Left Handle side, License Lamp Left Handle side, Rear Combination Lamp (OUT) Left  
Handle side, Rear Combination Lamp (IN) Left Handle side, Glove Box Lamp  
TAIL LAMP LH  
MODULE3  
7.5A  
7.5A  
Front Seat Warmer Control Module, Audio, Electro Chromic Mirror, Air Conditioner Control Module,  
Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit, Clock Spring, Intelligent variable transmission Shift Lever Indicator  
ABS  
BRAKE SWITCH  
SPARE4  
7.5A  
10A  
15A  
15A  
7.5A  
Engine Room Junction Block(Multipurpose Check Connector), ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Module  
Stop Lamp Switch  
Spare  
FOG LAMP FRONT  
A/CON1  
Front Fog Lamp Relay  
Engine Room Junction Block(Blower Relay), Air Conditioner Control Module  
Engine Room Junction Block(Head Lamp Relay, Head Lamp Hi Relay), Rain Sensor, Sunroof Motor,  
Front Seat Warmer Control Module, Driver Safety Power Window Module  
MODULE5  
10A  
MODULE7  
ECU  
10A  
10A  
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Unit  
ECM (Engine Control Module)/PCM (Power train Control Module), Immobilizer Module  
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Maintenance  
Fuse Name  
Fuse rating  
Circuit Protected  
SUNROOF  
15A  
Sunroof Motor  
IMMO  
MODULE6  
SPARE2  
10A  
10A  
10A  
7.5A  
10A  
10A  
7.5A  
7.5A  
15A  
25A  
Immobilizer Module  
Key Solenoid, Center Facia Switch  
Spare  
MODULE4  
SPARE5  
SLM (Seat Belt & Lighting Module), BCM (Body Control Module)  
Spare  
AIR BAG  
MODULE1  
A/CON2  
ACU (Airbag Control Unit), Passenger Occupant Detection Sensor  
BCM (Body Control Module), SLM (Seat Belt & Lighting Module), Key Interlock  
-
WIPER RR  
WIPER FRT  
Multifunction Switch, Rear Wiper Motor, Rear Wiper Relay  
Multifunction Switch, Front Wiper Motor, Engine Room Junction Block(Wiper Low Relay)  
Power Outlet Relay, BCM (Body Control Module), SLM (Seat Belt & Lighting Module), Audio, Key Interlock,  
Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit, USB Charging Connector, Power Outside Mirror Switch  
ACC  
10A  
8 64  
Maintenance  
Fuse Name  
Fuse rating  
Circuit Protected  
SPARE3  
20A  
Spare  
A/BAG IND  
CLUSTER  
MDPS  
7.5A  
7.5A  
7.5A  
20A  
Instrument Cluster  
Instrument Cluster  
MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) Unit  
Audio, Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit  
AUDIO  
Room Lamp Relay, Glove Box Lamp, Air Conditioner Control Module, SLM (Seat Belt & Lighting Module),  
BCM (Body Control Module), Auto Light & Photo Sensor, TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Unit,  
Instrument Cluster, Data Link Connector, Room Lamp, Trunk Room Lamp  
ROOM LP  
10A  
8 65  
Maintenance  
Engine compartment fuse panel  
OYB076031  
OSC076012  
8 66  
Maintenance  
Engine room compartment fuse panel  
Fuse Name  
Fuse rating  
Circuit Protected  
MDPS  
80A  
MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) Unit  
ALT  
REAR HEATED  
ABS1  
150A  
40A  
40A  
40A  
40A  
10A  
15A  
Fuse - ABS1, BAS2, BLOWER, REAR HEATED  
Instrument Panel Junction Block (Rear Defogger Relay)  
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Module, Multipurpose Check Connector  
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Module  
ABS2  
BLOWER  
WIPER  
Blower Relay  
Front Wiper Motor, Multifunction Switch, Wiper Low Relay  
ECM (Engine Control Module)/PCM (Power train Control Module)  
ECU4  
Oil Control Valve #1/#2, Cooling Fan1/2 Relay, Oxygen Sensor (Up), Oxygen Sensor (Down), Variable  
Intake Solenoid Valve, Air Conditioner Relay, Purge Control Solenoid Valve, Canister Close Valve  
SENSOR  
10A  
ECU2  
ECU3  
15A  
20A  
10A  
10A  
20A  
15A  
ECM (Engine Control Module)/PCM (Power train Control Module)  
ECM (Engine Control Module)/PCM (Power train Control Module)  
Head Lamp Right Handle side  
HEAD LAMP RH  
HEAD LAMP LH  
IGN COIL  
Head Lamp Left Handle side  
Ignition Coil #1~#4, Condenser  
ECU5  
ECM (Engine Control Module)/PCM (Power train Control Module), Fuel Pump Relay  
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Maintenance  
Fuse Name  
Fuse rating  
Circuit Protected  
B/UP LAMP  
10A  
Back-Up Lamp Switch  
Instrument Panel Junction Block (Fuse - DRL2, FOGLAMP FRONT, STOP LAMP, MODULE6, Power  
Connector (AUDIO, ROOM LAMP))  
B+1  
B+2  
40A  
50A  
Instrument Panel Junction Block (Fuse - IMMO, BRAKE SWITCH, SAFETY P/WINDOW, S/HEATER,  
SUNROOF, Power Window Relay)  
IG2  
40A  
40A  
30A  
20A  
Ignition Switch, IG2 Relay, Start Relay  
Cooling Fan1/2 Relay  
COOLING FAN  
ECU1  
Fuse - ECU3, ECU4, Main Relay  
Head Lamp Relay  
HEAD LAMP  
With CANADA DRL : SLM(Seat Belt & Lighting Module) or BCM(Body Control Module)  
Without CANADA DRL : Head Lamp HI Relay  
H/LAMP HI  
20A  
FUEL PUMP  
HORN  
20A  
15A  
10A  
10A  
40A  
40A  
40A  
Fuel Pump Relay  
Horn Relay/ Burglar Alarm Horn Relay  
Air Conditioner Relay  
A/CON  
AMS  
Battery Sensor  
B+3  
Instrument Panel Junction Block (Fuse - T/SIGNAL LAMP, DOOR LOCK, Tail Lamp Relay)  
Ignition Switch, IG1 Relay, ACC Relay  
Instrument Panel Junction Block (Power Outlet Relay)  
IG1  
POWER OUTLET  
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Maintenance  
Relay  
Relay Name  
Type  
Main Relay  
MINI  
Start Relay  
Fuel Pump Relay  
Wiper HI Relay  
H/Lamp HI Relay  
Cooling Fan2 Relay  
B/Alarm Horn Relay  
Blower Relay  
MICRO  
MICRO  
MICRO  
MICRO  
MICRO  
MICRO  
MICRO  
MICRO  
MICRO  
MICRO  
MICRO  
MICRO  
Cooling Fan1 Relay  
Wiper LO Relay  
Head Lamp Relay  
Horn Relay  
A/Con Relay  
8 69  
Maintenance  
LIGHT BULBS  
Use only bulbs of the specified • Lamp part malfunction due to  
wattage.  
Bulb replacement precaution  
net-work failure  
Please keep extra bulbs on hand  
with appropriate wattage ratings in  
case of emergencies.  
The headlamp, taillight, and fog light  
may light up when the head lamp  
switch is turned ON, and not light up  
when the taillight or for light switch is  
turned ON. This may be cause by  
network failure or vehicle electrical  
control system malfunction. If there is  
a problem, we recommend the sys-  
tem be serviced by an authorized Kia  
dealer.  
CAUTION - Light replace-  
ment  
Refer to “Bulb Wattage” in chapter 9.  
Be sure to replace the burned-  
out bulb with one of the same  
wattage rating. Otherwise, it  
may cause damage to the fuse  
or electric wiring system.  
When changing lamps, first turn off  
the engine at a safe place, firmly  
apply the parking brake and detach  
the battery’s negative (-) terminal.  
WARNING - Working on  
the lights  
CAUTION - Headlamp  
Lens  
• Lamp part malfunction due to elec-  
trical control system stabilization  
Prior to working on the light,  
firmly apply the parking brake,  
ensure that the ignition switch  
is turned to the LOCK position  
and turn off the lights to avoid  
sudden movement of the vehi-  
cle and burning your fingers or  
receiving an electric shock.  
To prevent damage, do not  
clean the headlamp lens with  
chemical solvents or strong  
detergents.  
A normally functioning lamp may  
flicker momentarily. This momentary  
occurrence is due to stabilization  
function of the vehicle's electrical on  
control system. If the lamp soon  
returns to normal, the vehicle does  
not require service.  
However, if the lamp goes out after  
the momentary flickering, or the flick-  
ering continues, we recommend the  
system be serviced by an authorized  
Kia dealer.  
8 70  
Maintenance  
If you don’t have the necessary tools,  
the correct bulbs and the expertise,  
consult an authorized Kia dealer. In  
many cases, it is difficult to replace  
vehicle light bulbs because other  
parts of the vehicle must be removed  
before you can get to the bulb.This is  
especially true if you have to remove  
the headlamp assembly to get to the  
bulb(s).  
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NOTICE  
NOTICE  
•
If the light bulb or lamp connector  
is removed while the lamp is still  
on, the fuse box's electronic sys-  
tem may log it as a malfunction.  
Therefore,  
incident may be recorded as  
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) in  
the fuse box.  
It is normal for an operating lamp  
to flicker momentarily. This is due  
We recommend that the headlight  
aiming be adjusted after an accident  
or after the headlight assembly is rein-  
stalled at an authorized Kia dealer.  
a
lamp malfunction  
a
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NOTICE  
You can find moisture inside the lens  
of lamps after a car wash or driving  
•
in the rain. It is  
a
natural event  
Removing/installing the headlamp  
assembly can result in damage to  
the vehicle.  
caused by the temperature differ-  
ence between the inside and the out-  
side of the lamp and does not mean a  
problem with its functions. The  
moisture inside the lamp would dis-  
appear if you drive the vehicle with  
the headlamp turned on, however,  
the level at which the moisture is  
removed may differ depending on  
the size / location / condition of the  
lamp. If the moisture continues to  
stay inside the lamp, we recommend  
that you have the vehicle checked by  
an authorized Kia dealer.  
to  
a
stabilization function of the  
vehicle’s electronic control device.  
If the lamp lights up normally  
after momentarily blinking, then  
it is functioning as normal.  
However, if the lamp continues to  
flicker several times or turns off  
completely, there may be an error  
in the vehicle’s electronic control  
device. Please have the vehicle  
checked by an authorized Kia  
dealer immediately.  
If non-genuine parts or substandard  
bulbs are used, it may lead to blow-  
ing a fuse or other wiring damages.  
Do not install extra lamps or LEDs to  
the vehicle. If additional lights are  
installed, it may lead to lamp mal-  
functions and flickering. Additionally,  
the fuse box and other wiring may be  
damaged.  
8 71  
Maintenance  
(1) Headlamp (Low/High)  
(Bulb type)  
Light bulb position (Front)  
■ Head lamp - Type A  
■ D.R.L. Lamp - Type A  
(2) Side marker (Bulb type)  
(3) Front turn signal lamp/  
Position lamp  
(4) Front turn signal lamp  
(Bulb type)  
(5) Headlamp (Low/High)  
(Bulb/LED type)  
(6) Side marker (LED type)  
OSC077021N  
OSC078045N  
(7) Position lamp (LED type)  
or  
■ Head lamp - Type B  
■ D.R.L. Lamp - Type B  
Position lamp/Day time running  
lamp (LED type)  
(8) Day time running lamp  
(Bulb type)  
OSC078022N  
OSC078046N  
8 72  
Maintenance  
(1) Rear turn signal lamp (Bulb type)  
(2) Back up lamp (Bulb type)  
(3) Stop and tail lamp (Bulb type)  
(4) Tail lamp (Bulb type)  
Light bulb position (Rear) (5 Door)  
■ Rear combination lamp (5 Door) - Type A  
■ License plate lamp (5 Door)  
(5) Side marker (Bulb type)  
(6) Stop and tail lamp (LED type)  
(7) Side marker (LED type)  
(8) License plate lamp  
(9) High mounted stop lamp  
OSC077023N  
OSC077025N  
■ Rear combination lamp (5 Door) - Type B  
■ High mounted stop lamp (5 Door)  
OSC077024N  
OSC077026N  
8 73  
Maintenance  
(1) Rear turn signal lamp (Bulb type)  
(2) Back up lamp (Bulb type)  
Light bulb position (Rear) (4 Door)  
■ Rear combination lamp (4 Door) - Type A  
■ License plate lamp (4 Door)  
(3) Stop and tail lamp/Side marker  
(Bulb type)  
(4) Tail lamp (Bulb type)  
(5) Stop lamp (LED type)  
(6) Tail lamp (LED type)  
(7) Side marker (LED type)  
(8) License plate lamp  
(9) High mounted stop lamp  
OSC077027N  
OSC077025N  
■ Rear combination lamp (4 Door) - Type B  
■ High mounted stop lamp (4 Door)  
OSC077028N  
OSC077029N  
8 74  
Maintenance  
6. Install a new headlamp bulb and  
snap the headlamp bulb retaining  
wire into position by aligning the  
wire with the groove on the bulb.  
Light bulb position (Side)  
Headlamp (Low/High beam)  
(Bulb type) bulb replacement  
(Headlamp Type A)  
■ Type A  
7. Connect the headlamp bulb sock-  
et-connector.  
8. Install the headlamp bulb cover by  
turning it clockwise.  
OYB076047  
■ Type B  
OYB076049  
1. Open the hood.  
2. Remove the headlamp bulb cover  
by turning it counterclockwise.  
3. Disconnect the headlamp bulb  
socket-connector.  
4. Unsnap the headlamp bulb retain-  
ing wire by pressing the end and  
pushing it upward.  
OYB076048  
(1) Side repeater lamp (LED type)  
(2) Side repeater lamp (bulb type)  
5. Remove the bulb from the head  
lamp assembly.  
8 75  
Maintenance  
Headlamp bulb  
Side marker (front) (Bulb type)  
bulb replacement (Headlamp  
Type A)  
(Continued)  
• Always handle them carefully,  
and avoid scratches and abra-  
sions. If the bulbs are lit, avoid  
contact with liquids. Never  
touch the glass with bare  
hands. Residual oil may cause  
the bulb to overheat and burst  
when lit. A bulb should be  
operated only when installed  
in a headlamp.  
• If a bulb becomes damaged or  
cracked, replace it immediate-  
ly and carefully dispose of it.  
OHD076046  
OSC078051N  
• Wear eye protection when  
changing a bulb. Allow the  
bulb to cool down before han-  
dling it.  
WARNING - Halogen  
bulbs  
1. Open the hood.  
2. Remove the bulb-socket from the  
headlamp assembly by turning the  
bulb-socket counterclockwise until  
the tabs on the bulb-socket align  
with the slots on the headlamp  
assembly.  
Handle halogen bulbs with care.  
• Halogen bulbs contain pres-  
surized gas that will produce  
flying pieces of glass if bro-  
ken.  
(Continued)  
3. Remove the bulb from the bulb-  
socket by pulling it out.  
8 76  
Maintenance  
4. Insert a new bulb by inserting it  
into the bulb-socket.  
4. Insert a new bulb by inserting it  
into the bulb-socket and rotating it  
until it locks into place.  
Front turn signal lamp bulb  
replacement (Headlamp Type A)  
5. Install the socket in the headlamp  
assembly by aligning the tabs on  
the bulb-socket with the slots in  
the assembly. Push the bulb-sock-  
et into the headlamp assembly  
and turn the socket clockwise.  
5. Install the socket in the headlamp  
assembly by aligning the tabs on  
the bulb-socket with the slots in  
the assembly. Push the bulb-sock-  
et into the headlamp assembly  
and turn the socket clockwise.  
OYB076051  
1. Open the hood.  
2. Remove the bulb-socket from the  
headlamp assembly by turning the  
bulb-socket counterclockwise until  
the tabs on the bulb-socket align  
with the slots on the headlamp  
assembly.  
3. Remove the bulb from the bulb-  
socket by pressing it in and rotat-  
ing it counterclockwise until the  
tabs on the bulb align with the  
slots in the bulb-socket. Pull the  
bulb out of the bulb-socket  
8 77  
Maintenance  
5. Install a new bulb-socket assem- Headlamp bulb  
bly in the headlamp assembly by  
aligning the tabs on the bulb-sock-  
et with the slots in the headlamp  
assembly. Push the bulb-socket  
into the headlamp assembly and  
turn the bulb-socket clockwise.  
Headlamp (Low/High beam)  
(Bulb type) bulb replacement  
(Headlamp Type B)  
6. Install the headlamp bulb cover by  
turning it clockwise.  
OQL075058  
OYB076052  
WARNING - Halogen  
bulbs  
1. Open the hood.  
2. Remove the headlamp bulb cover  
by turning it counterclockwise.  
Handle halogen bulbs with care.  
• Halogen bulbs contain pres-  
surized gas that will produce  
flying pieces of glass if bro-  
ken.  
3. Disconnect the headlamp bulb  
socket-connector.  
4. Remove the bulb-socket from the  
headlamp assembly by turning the  
bulb-socket counterclockwise until  
the tabs on the bulb-socket align  
with the slots on the headlamp  
assembly.  
(Continued)  
8 78  
Maintenance  
Headlamp (Low/High beam)  
(LED type) bulb replacement  
(Headlamp Type B)  
Front turn signal lamp bulb  
replacement (Headlamp Type B)  
(Continued)  
• Always handle them carefully,  
and avoid scratches and abra-  
sions. If the bulbs are lit, avoid  
contact with liquids. Never  
touch the glass with bare  
hands. Residual oil may cause  
the bulb to overheat and burst  
when lit. A bulb should be  
operated only when installed  
in a headlamp.  
• If a bulb becomes damaged or  
cracked, replace it immediate-  
ly and carefully dispose of it.  
OYB076054  
OSC078038  
• Wear eye protection when  
changing a bulb. Allow the  
bulb to cool down before han-  
dling it.  
1. Open the hood.  
If the headlamp (Low/High beam) (1)  
does not operate, have the vehicle  
checked by an authorized Kia dealer.  
2. Remove the headlamp bulb cover  
by turning it counterclockwise.  
3. Remove the bulb-socket from the  
headlamp assembly by turning the  
bulb-socket counterclockwise until  
the tabs on the bulb-socket align  
with the slots on the headlamp  
assembly.  
8 79  
Maintenance  
4. Remove the bulb from the bulb  
socket by pressing it in and rotat-  
ing it counterclockwise until the  
tabs on the bulb align with the  
slots in the bulb-socket. Pull the  
bulb out of the bulb-socket  
Side marker (front) (LED type)  
bulb replacement (Headlamp  
Type B)  
Position lamp + DRL (LED  
type) bulb replacement  
5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it  
into the bulb-socket and rotating it  
until it locks into place.  
6. Install the socket in the headlamp  
assembly by aligning the tabs on  
the bulb-socket with the slots in  
the assembly. Push the bulb-sock  
et into the headlamp assembly  
and turn the socket clockwise.  
OSC077037N  
OSC078053N  
If the position lamp + DRL (LED) (1)  
does not operate, have the vehicle  
checked by an authorized Kia dealer.  
7. Install the headlamp bulb cover by  
turning it clockwise.  
If the Side marker (LED) (1) does not  
operate, have the vehicle checked by  
an authorized Kia dealer.  
The LED lamps cannot be replaced  
as a single component because it is  
part of an integrated unit. The LED  
lamps have to be replaced with the  
unit.  
The LED lamps cannot be replaced  
as a single component because it is  
part of an integrated unit. The LED  
lamps have to be replaced with the  
unit.  
A skilled technician should check or  
repair the position lamp + DRL  
(LED), for it may damage related  
parts of the vehicle.  
A skilled technician should check or  
repair the Side marker (LED), for it  
may damage related parts of the  
vehicle.  
8 80  
Maintenance  
A skilled technician should check or  
repair the DRL bulb, for it may dam-  
age related parts of the vehicle.  
Daytime running lamp (Bulb  
type) bulb replacement  
Side repeater lamp (LED type)  
bulb Replacement  
■ Type A  
OYB076057  
■ Type B  
OYB076047  
If the side repeater lamp (LED) (1)  
does not operate, have the vehicle  
checked by an authorized Kia dealer.  
The LED lamps cannot be replaced  
as a single component because it is  
part of an integrated unit. The LED  
lamps have to be replaced with the  
unit.  
OYB076058  
A skilled technician should check or  
repair the side repeater lamp (LED),  
for it may damage related parts of  
the vehicle.  
If the DRL (1) does not operate, have  
the vehicle checked by an authorized  
Kia dealer.  
8 81  
Maintenance  
4. Remove the bulb by pulling it  
straight out.  
Side repeater lamp (bulb type)  
bulb Replacement  
Stop and tail lamp bulb  
replacement (for 5 door)  
5. Insert a new bulb in the socket.  
6. Reassemble the socket and the  
lens part.  
7. Connect the bulb electrical con-  
nector.  
8. Reinstall the lamp assembly to the  
body of the vehicle.  
OYB076059  
OYB076060  
1. Remove the lamp assembly from  
the vehicle by prying the lens and  
pulling the assembly out.  
1. Open the trunk lid.  
2. Loosen the light assembly retain-  
ing screws with a cross-tip screw-  
driver.  
2. Disconnect the bulb electrical con-  
nector.  
3. Separate the socket and the lens  
parts by turning the socket coun-  
terclockwise until the tabs on the  
socket align with the slots on the  
lens part.  
8 82  
Maintenance  
8. Install the socket in the assembly  
by aligning the tabs on the socket  
with the slots in the assembly.  
Push the socket into the assembly  
and turn the socket clockwise.  
9. Install the rear combination lamp  
assembly to the body of the vehi-  
cle.  
OYB076061  
OYB076062  
3. Remove the rear combination 5. Remove the socket from the  
lamp assembly from the body of  
the vehicle.  
assembly by turning the socket  
counterclockwise until the tabs on  
the socket align with the slots on  
the assembly.  
4. Disconnect the rear combination  
lamp connector.  
6. Remove the bulb from the socket by  
pressing it in and rotating it counter-  
clockwise until the tabs on the bulb  
align with the slots in the socket.  
Pull the bulb out of the socket.  
7. Insert a new bulb by inserting it  
into the socket and rotating it until  
it locks into place.  
8 83  
Maintenance  
Rear turn signal lamp bulb  
replacement (for 5 door)  
OYB076061  
OYB076063  
3. Remove the rear combination 5. Remove the socket from the  
lamp assembly from the body of  
the vehicle.  
assembly by turning the socket  
counterclockwise until the tabs on  
the socket align with the slots on  
the assembly.  
OYB076060  
1. Open the trunk lid.  
4. Disconnect the rear combination  
lamp connector.  
2. Loosen the light assembly retain-  
ing screws with a cross-tip screw-  
driver.  
6. Remove the bulb from the socket by  
pressing it in and rotating it counter-  
clockwise until the tabs on the bulb  
align with the slots in the socket.  
Pull the bulb out of the socket.  
7. Insert a new bulb by inserting it  
into the socket and rotating it until  
it locks into place.  
8 84  
Maintenance  
8. Install the socket in the assembly  
by aligning the tabs on the socket  
with the slots in the assembly.  
Push the socket into the assembly  
and turn the socket clockwise.  
Stop and tail lamp (LED type)  
bulb replacement (for 5 door)  
Back-up lamp bulb replace-  
ment (for 5 door)  
9. Install the rear combination lamp  
assembly to the body of the vehi-  
cle.  
OYB076064  
OYB076065  
If the stop and tail lamp (LED) (1) 1. Open the liftgate.  
does not operate, have the vehicle  
checked by an authorized Kia dealer.  
2. Remove the service cover.  
The LED lamps cannot be replaced  
as a single component because it is  
part of an integrated unit. The LED  
lamps have to be replaced with the  
unit.  
A skilled technician should check or  
repair the stop and tail lamp (LED),  
for it may damage related parts of  
the vehicle.  
8 85  
Maintenance  
Tail lamp (inside) bulb replace-  
ment (for 5 door)  
OYB076066  
OYB076067  
3. Remove the socket from the  
assembly by turning the socket  
counterclockwise until the tabs on  
the socket align with the slots on  
the assembly.  
3. Remove the socket from the  
assembly by turning the socket  
counterclockwise until the tabs on  
the socket align with the slots on  
the assembly.  
OYB076065  
1. Open the liftgate.  
2. Remove the service cover.  
4. Remove the bulb from bulb-socket  
by pulling it out.  
4. Remove the bulb from bulb-socket  
by pulling it out.  
5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it  
into the bulb-socket.  
5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it  
into the bulb-socket.  
6. Install the socket in the assembly  
by aligning the tabs on the socket  
with the slots in the assembly.  
Push the socket into the assembly  
and turn the socket clockwise.  
6. Install the socket in the assembly  
by aligning the tabs on the socket  
with the slots in the assembly.  
Push the socket into the assembly  
and turn the socket clockwise.  
7. Install the service cover by putting  
it into the service hole.  
7. Install the service cover by putting  
it into the service hole.  
8 86  
Maintenance  
Side marker (rear) (Bulb type)  
bulb replacement (Rear combi-  
nation lampType A) (for 5 door)  
OYB076061  
OSC078052N  
4. Remove the rear combination 6. Remove the socket from the  
lamp assembly from the body of  
the vehicle.  
assembly by turning the socket  
counterclockwise until the tabs on  
the socket align with the slots on  
the assembly.  
OYB076060  
5. Disconnect the rear combination  
lamp connector.  
1. Open the liftgate.  
2. Remove the service cover.  
7. Remove the bulb from bulb-socket  
by pulling it out.  
3. Loosen the light assembly retain-  
ing screws with a cross-tip screw-  
driver.  
8. Insert a new bulb by inserting it  
into the bulb-socket.  
9. Install the socket in the assembly  
by aligning the tabs on the socket  
with the slots in the assembly.  
Push the socket into the assembly  
and turn the socket clockwise.  
8 87  
Maintenance  
10. Connect the rear combination  
lamp connector.  
Side marker (rear) (LED type)  
bulb replacement (Rear combi-  
nation lampType B) (for 5 door)  
High mounted stop lamp bulb  
replacement (for 5 door)  
11. Install the rear combination lamp  
assembly to the body of the vehi-  
cle.  
12. Install the service cover.  
OYB076089  
OSC078024N  
If the high mounted stop lamp (1)  
does not operate, have the vehicle  
checked by an authorized Kia dealer.  
If the Side marker (LED) (1) does not  
operate, have the vehicle checked by  
an authorized Kia dealer.  
A skilled technician should check or  
repair the high mounted stop lamp,  
for it may damage related parts of  
the vehicle.  
The LED lamps cannot be replaced  
as a single component because it is  
part of an integrated unit. The LED  
lamps have to be replaced with the  
unit.  
A skilled technician should check or  
repair the Side marker (LED), for it  
may damage related parts of the  
vehicle.  
8 88  
Maintenance  
3. Remove the bulb from bulb-socket  
by pulling it out.  
License plate lamp bulb  
replacement  
Rear turn signal lamp bulb  
replacement (for 4 door)  
4. Insert a new bulb by inserting it  
into the bulb-socket.  
5. Install the socket in the assembly  
by aligning the tabs on the socket  
with the slots in the assembly.  
Push the socket into the assembly  
and turn the socket clockwise.  
6. Align the lens cover tabs with the  
lamp housing notches and snap  
the lens into place.  
OYB076069  
OSC077030N  
1. Open the trunk lid.  
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,  
gently pry the lens cover from  
lamp housing.  
2. Remove the service cover by  
pulling out the service cover.  
2. Remove the socket from the  
assembly by turning the socket  
counterclockwise until the tabs on  
the socket align with the slots on  
the assembly.  
8 89  
Maintenance  
6. Install the socket in the assembly  
by aligning the tabs on the socket  
with the slots in the assembly.  
Push the socket into the assembly  
and turn the socket clockwise.  
Stop and tail lamp / Side mark-  
er (Bulb type) replacement  
(for 4 door)  
7. Install the service cover.  
OSC077031N  
3. Remove the socket from the  
assembly by turning the socket  
counterclockwise until the tabs on  
the socket align with the slots on  
the assembly.  
OSC077030N  
1. Open the trunk lid.  
2. Remove the service cover by  
pulling out the service cover.  
4. Remove the bulb from the socket  
by pressing it in and rotating it  
counterclockwise until the tabs on  
the bulb align with the slots in the  
socket. Pull the bulb out of the  
socket.  
5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it  
into the socket and rotating it until  
it locks into place.  
8 90  
Maintenance  
6. Install the socket in the assembly  
by aligning the tabs on the socket  
with the slots in the assembly.  
Push the socket into the assembly  
and turn the socket clockwise.  
Side marker (rear) (LED type)  
bulb replacement (Rear combi-  
nation lampType B) (for 4 door)  
7. Install the service cover.  
OSC077032N  
3. Remove the socket from the  
assembly by turning the socket  
counterclockwise until the tabs on  
the socket align with the slots on  
the assembly.  
OSC078028N  
If the Side marker (LED) (1) does not  
operate, have the vehicle checked by  
an authorized Kia dealer.  
4. Remove the bulb from the socket  
by pressing it in and rotating it  
counterclockwise until the tabs on  
the bulb align with the slots in the  
socket. Pull the bulb out of the  
socket.  
The LED lamps cannot be replaced  
as a single component because it is  
part of an integrated unit. The LED  
lamps have to be replaced with the  
unit.  
5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it  
into the socket and rotating it until  
it locks into place.  
A skilled technician should check or  
repair the Side marker (LED), for it  
may damage related parts of the  
vehicle.  
8 91  
Maintenance  
Back-up lamp bulb replace-  
ment (for 4 door)  
Tail lamp (Bulb type) bulb  
replacement (for 4 door)  
OSC077035N  
3. Remove the socket from the  
assembly by turning the socket  
counterclockwise until the tabs on  
the socket align with the slots on  
the assembly.  
OSC077034N  
OSC077034N  
1. Open the trunk lid.  
1. Open the trunk lid.  
2. Loosen the retaining screw of the  
trunk lid cover and then remove  
the cover.  
2. Loosen the retaining screw of the  
trunk lid cover and then remove  
the cover.  
4. Remove the bulb from bulb-socket  
by pulling it out.  
5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it  
into the bulb-socket.  
6. Install the socket in the assembly  
by aligning the tabs on the socket  
with the slots in the assembly.  
Push the socket into the assembly  
and turn the socket clockwise.  
7. Install the trunk lid cover.  
8 92  
Maintenance  
6. Install the socket in the assembly  
by aligning the tabs on the socket  
with the slots in the assembly.  
Push the socket into the assembly  
and turn the socket clockwise.  
Stop and tail lamp (LED type)  
bulb replacement (for 4 door)  
7. Install the trunk lid cover.  
OSC077036N  
3. Remove the socket from the  
assembly by turning the socket  
counterclockwise until the tabs on  
the socket align with the slots on  
the assembly.  
OSC077033N  
If the stop and tail lamp (LED) (1,2)  
does not operate, have the vehicle  
checked by an authorized Kia dealer.  
4. Remove the bulb from the socket  
by pressing it in and rotating it  
counterclockwise until the tabs on  
the bulb align with the slots in the  
socket. Pull the bulb out of the  
socket.  
The LED lamps cannot be replaced  
as a single component because it is  
part of an integrated unit. The LED  
lamps have to be replaced with the  
unit.  
A skilled technician should check or  
repair the stop and tail lamp (LED),  
for it may damage related parts of  
the vehicle.  
5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it  
into the socket and rotating it until  
it locks into place.  
8 93  
Maintenance  
4. Insert a new bulb by inserting it  
into the bulb-socket.  
High mounted stop lamp bulb  
replacement (for 4 door)  
Trunk lamp bulb replacement  
(for 4 door)  
5. Install the socket in the housing by  
aligning the tabs on the socket  
with the slots in the housing. Push  
the socket into the housing and  
turn the socket clockwise.  
OUC076063  
OUC076061  
1. Open the trunk lid.  
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,  
gently pry the lens cover from  
lamp housing.  
2. Remove the socket from the hous-  
ing by turning the socket counter-  
clockwise until the tabs on the  
socket align with the slots on the  
housing.  
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it  
straight out.  
3. Install a new bulb in the socket.  
3. Remove the bulb from bulb-socket  
by pulling it out.  
4. Align the lens cover tabs with the  
lamp housing notches and snap  
the lens into place.  
8 94  
Maintenance  
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,  
gently pry the lamp assembly from  
interior.  
Map lamp bulb replacement  
CAUTION  
Be careful not to dirty or dam-  
age the lens, lens tab, and plas-  
tic housings.  
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it  
straight out.  
3. Install a new bulb in the socket.  
4. Install the lamp assembly to interior.  
CAUTION  
Be careful not to dirty or dam-  
age the lens, lens tab, and plas-  
tic housings.  
OYB076070  
WARNING - Interior lamps  
Prior to working on the Interior  
lamps, ensure that the “OFF”  
button is depressed to avoid  
burning your fingers or receiv-  
ing an electric shock.  
8 95  
Maintenance  
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,  
gently pry the lamp assembly from  
interior.  
Vanity mirror lamp bulb  
replacement  
Room lamp bulb replacement  
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it  
straight out.  
3. Install a new bulb in the socket.  
4. Install the lamp assembly to interior.  
CAUTION  
Be careful not to dirty or dam-  
age the lens, lens tab, and plas-  
tic housings.  
OYB076071  
OQL075067  
WARNING - Interior lamps  
WARNING - Interior lamps  
Prior to working on the Interior  
lamps, ensure that the “OFF”  
button is depressed to avoid  
burning your fingers or receiv-  
ing an electric shock.  
Prior to working on the Interior  
lamps, ensure that the “OFF”  
button is depressed to avoid  
burning your fingers or receiv-  
ing an electric shock.  
8 96  
Maintenance  
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,  
gently pry the lens cover from  
lamp housing.  
Glove box lamp bulb  
replacement  
CAUTION  
Be careful not to dirty or dam-  
age the lens, lens tab, and plas-  
tic housings.  
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it  
straight out.  
3. Install a new bulb in the socket.  
4. Align the lens cover tabs with the  
lamp housing notches and snap  
the lens into place.  
CAUTION  
Be careful not to dirty or dam-  
age the lens, lens tab, and plas-  
tic housings.  
OYB076072  
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,  
gently pry the lamp assembly from  
interior.  
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it  
straight out.  
3. Install a new bulb in the socket.  
4. Install the lamp assembly to interior.  
8 97  
Maintenance  
Liftgate room lamp bulb  
replacement (for 5 door)  
CAUTION  
Be careful not to dirty or dam-  
age the lens, lens tab, and plas-  
tic housings.  
OYB076073  
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,  
gently pry the lens cover from  
lamp housing.  
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it  
straight out.  
3. Install a new bulb in the socket.  
4. Align the lens cover tabs with the  
lamp housing notches and snap  
the lens into place.  
8 98  
Maintenance  
APPEARANCE CARE  
Exterior care  
Finish maintenance  
WARNING  
Washing  
Exterior general caution  
After washing the vehicle, test  
the brakes while driving slowly  
to see if they have been affected  
by water. If braking performance  
is impaired, dry the brakes by  
applying them lightly while  
maintaining a slow forward  
speed.  
To help protect your vehicle’s finish  
from rust and deterioration, wash it  
thoroughly and frequently at least  
once a month with lukewarm or cold  
water.  
It is very important to follow the label  
directions when using any chemical  
cleaner or polish. Read all warning  
and caution statements that appear  
on the label.  
If you use your vehicle for off-road  
driving, you should wash it after each  
off-road trip. Pay special attention to  
the removal of any accumulation of  
salt, dirt, mud, and other foreign mate-  
rials. Make sure the drain holes in the  
lower edges of the doors and rocker  
panels are kept clear and clean.  
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,  
industrial pollution and similar  
deposits can damage your vehicle’s  
finish if not removed immediately.  
Even prompt washing with plain water  
may not completely remove all these  
deposits. A mild soap, safe for use on  
painted surfaces, may be used.  
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-  
oughly with lukewarm or cold water.  
Do not allow soap to dry on the finish.  
8 99  
Maintenance  
High-pressure washing  
Waxing  
• When using high-pressure wash-  
ers, make sure to maintain suffi-  
cient distance from the vehicle.  
Wax the vehicle when water will no  
longer bead on the paint.  
Always wash and dry the vehicle  
before waxing. Use a good quality  
liquid or paste wax, and follow the  
manufacturer’s instructions. Wax all  
metal trim to protect it and to main-  
tain its luster.  
Insufficient clearance or excessive  
pressure can lead to component  
damage or water penetration.  
• Do not spray the camera, sensors  
or its surrounding area directly with  
a high pressure washer. Shock  
applied from high pressure water  
may cause the device to not oper-  
ate normally.  
Removing oil, tar, and similar materi-  
als with a spot remover will usually  
strip the wax from the finish. Be sure  
to re-wax these areas even if the rest  
of the vehicle does not yet need wax-  
ing.  
OJB037800  
CAUTION - Wet engine  
• Do not bring the nozzle tip close to  
boots (rubber or plastic covers) or  
connectors as they may be dam-  
aged if they come into contact with  
high pressure water.  
• Washing the engine compart-  
ment with water, including  
high pressure water, may  
cause the failure of electrical  
circuits located in the engine  
compartment.  
Do not apply wax on an embossed  
unpainted unit, as it may tarnish the  
unit.  
• Never allow water or other liq-  
uids to come in contact with  
electrical/electronic compo-  
nents inside the vehicle as  
this may damage them.  
8 100  
Maintenance  
Finish damage repair  
Bright-metal maintenance  
CAUTION - Drying vehicle  
Deep scratches or stone chips in the • To remove road tar and insects,  
• Wiping dust or dirt off the  
body with a dry cloth will  
scratch the finish.  
painted surface must be repaired  
promptly. Exposed metal will quickly  
rust and may develop into a major  
repair expense.  
use a tar remover, not a scraper or  
other sharp object.  
• To protect the surfaces of bright-  
metal parts from corrosion, apply a  
coating of wax or chrome preser-  
vative and rub to a high luster.  
• Do not use steel wool, abra-  
sive cleaners, acid detergents  
or strong detergents contain-  
ing high alkaline or caustic  
agents on chrome-plated or  
anodized aluminum parts.  
This may result in damage to  
the protective coating and  
cause discoloration or paint  
deterioration.  
If your vehicle is damaged and  
requires any metal repair or replace-  
ment, be sure the body shop applies  
anti-corrosion materials to the parts  
repaired or replaced.  
• During winter weather or in coastal  
areas, cover the bright metal parts  
with a heavier coating of wax or  
preservative. If necessary, coat the  
parts with non-corrosive petroleum  
jelly or other protective compound.  
8 101  
Maintenance  
Underbody maintenance  
• Do a thorough washing of the Aluminum wheel maintenance  
undercarriage at the end of the  
winter.  
Road salt and other corrosive chemi-  
cals are used in cold weather states to  
melt snow and prevent ice accumula- • Use professional service techni-  
The aluminum wheels are coated  
with a clear protective finish.  
• Do not use any abrasive cleaner,  
polishing compound, solvent, or  
wire brushes on aluminum wheels.  
They may scratch the finish.  
tion. If these chemicals are not regu-  
larly removed, they will corrode the  
vehicle underbody and over time dam-  
age fuel lines, the fuel tank retention  
system, the vehicle suspension, the  
exhaust system, and even the body  
frame. The National Highway Traffic  
Safety Administration has warned all  
vehicle owners of all brands of the  
need to take the following steps:  
cians or governmental inspection  
stations to annually inspect for cor-  
rosion.  
• Immediately seek an inspection of  
your vehicle if you become visually  
aware of corrosion flaking or scal-  
ing or if you become aware of a  
change in vehicle performance,  
such as soft or spongey brakes,  
fluids leaking, impairment of direc-  
tional control, suspension noises  
or rattling metal straps.  
• Clean the wheel when it has  
cooled.  
• Use only a mild soap or neutral  
detergent, and rinse thoroughly  
with water. Also, be sure to clean  
the wheels after driving on salted  
roads. This helps prevent corro-  
sion.  
• Wash the undercarriage of your  
vehicle regularly during the winter  
and whenever your vehicle has  
been exposed to such salts or  
chemicals.  
• Avoid washing the wheels with  
highspeed vehicle wash brushes.  
• Do not use any alkaline or acid  
detergents as they may damage or  
corrode aluminum wheels coated  
with a clear protective finish.  
8 102  
Maintenance  
High-corrosion areas  
Corrosion protection  
High temperatures can also acceler-  
ate corrosion of parts that are not  
properly ventilated so the moisture  
can be dispersed. For all these rea-  
sons, it is particularly important to  
keep your vehicle clean and free of  
mud or accumulations of other mate-  
rials. This applies not only to the vis-  
ible surfaces but particularly to the  
underside of the vehicle.  
If you live in an area where your vehi-  
cle is regularly exposed to corrosive  
materials, corrosion protection is  
particularly important. Some of the  
common causes of accelerated cor-  
rosion are road salts, dust control  
chemicals, ocean air and industrial  
pollution.  
Protecting your vehicle from corrosion  
By using the most advanced design  
and construction practices to combat  
corrosion, we produce vehicles of  
the highest quality. However, this is  
only part of the job. To achieve the  
long-term corrosion resistance your  
vehicle can deliver, the owner's  
cooperation and assistance is also  
required.  
Moisture breeds corrosion  
To help prevent corrosion  
Moisture creates the conditions in  
which corrosion is most likely to  
occur. For example, corrosion is  
accelerated by high humidity, partic-  
ularly when temperatures are just  
above freezing. In such conditions,  
the corrosive material is kept in con-  
tact with the vehicle’s surface by  
moisture that evaporates slowly.  
You can help prevent corrosion from  
beginning by observing the following:  
Common causes of corrosion  
The most common causes of corro-  
sion on your vehicle are:  
• Road salt, dirt and moisture that is  
allowed to accumulate underneath  
the vehicle.  
• Removal of paint or protective  
coatings by stones, gravel, abra-  
sion or minor scrapes and dents  
which leave unprotected metal  
exposed to corrosion.  
Mud is particularly corrosive  
because it dries slowly and holds  
moisture in contact with the vehicle.  
Although the mud appears to be dry,  
it can still retain moisture and pro-  
mote corrosion.  
8 103  
Maintenance  
Keep your vehicle clean  
• When cleaning lower door panels, Keep paint and trim in good con-  
rocker panels and frame members, dition  
be sure that drain holes are kept  
The best way to prevent corrosion is  
to keep your vehicle clean and free  
of corrosive materials. Attention to  
the underside of the vehicle is partic-  
ularly important.  
Scratches or chips in the finish  
open so that moisture can escape  
should be covered with "touch-up"  
and not be trapped inside to accel-  
erate corrosion.  
paint as soon as possible to reduce  
the possibility of corrosion. If bare  
metal is showing through, the atten-  
tion of a qualified body and paint  
shop is recommended.  
Keep your garage dry  
• If you live in a high-corrosion area  
— where road salts are used, near Don't park your vehicle in a damp,  
the ocean, areas with industrial poorly ventilated garage. This cre-  
pollution, acid rain, etc.—, you ates a favorable environment for cor- Bird droppings: Bird droppings are  
should take extra care to prevent rosion. This is particularly true if you highly corrosive and may damage  
corrosion. In winter, hose off the wash your vehicle in the garage or painted surfaces in just a few hours.  
underside of your vehicle at least drive it into the garage when it is still Always remove bird droppings as  
once a month and be sure to clean wet or covered with snow, ice or soon as possible.  
the underside thoroughly when mud. Even a heated garage can con-  
winter is over.  
tribute to corrosion unless it is well  
ventilated so moisture is dispersed.  
Don't neglect the interior  
• When cleaning underneath the  
vehicle, give particular attention to  
the components under the fenders  
and other areas that are hidden  
from view. Do a thorough job; just  
dampening the accumulated mud  
rather than washing it away will  
accelerate corrosion rather than  
prevent it. Water under high pres-  
sure and steam are particularly  
effective in removing accumulated  
mud and corrosive materials.  
Moisture can collect under the floor  
mats and carpeting and cause corro-  
sion. Check under the mats periodi-  
cally to be sure the carpeting is dry.  
Use particular care if you carry fertil-  
izers, cleaning materials or chemi-  
cals in the vehicle.  
These should be carried only in prop-  
er containers and any spills or leaks  
should be cleaned up, flushed with  
clean water and thoroughly dried.  
8 104  
Maintenance  
Cleaning the upholstery and inte-  
rior trim  
Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt  
webbing  
Interior care  
Interior general precautions  
Vinyl  
Clean the belt webbing with any mild  
soap solution recommended for  
cleaning upholstery or carpet. Follow  
the instructions provided with the  
soap. Do not bleach or re-dye the  
webbing because this may weaken it.  
Prevent chemicals such as perfume,  
cosmetic oil, sun cream, hand clean-  
er, and air freshener from contacting  
the interior parts because they may  
cause damage or discoloration. If  
they do contact the interior parts,  
wipe them off immediately. If neces-  
sary, use a vinyl cleaner, see product  
instructions for correct usage.  
Remove dust and loose dirt from  
vinyl with a whisk broom or vacuum  
cleaner. Clean vinyl surfaces with a  
vinyl cleaner.  
Fabric  
Cleaning the interior window  
glass  
Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric  
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.  
Clean with a mild soap solution recom-  
mended for upholstery or carpets.  
Remove fresh spots immediately with  
a fabric spot cleaner. If fresh spots do  
not receive immediate attention, the  
fabric can be stained and its color can  
be affected. Also, its fire-resistant prop-  
erties can be reduced if the material is  
not properly maintained.  
If the interior glass surfaces of the  
vehicle become fogged (that is, cov-  
ered with an oily, greasy or waxy  
film), they should be cleaned with a  
glass cleaner. Follow the directions  
on the glass cleaner container.  
CAUTION - Electrical  
components  
Never allow water or other liq-  
uids to come in contact with  
electrical/electronic  
nents inside the vehicle as this  
may damage them.  
compo-  
CAUTION - Rear window  
Do not scrape or scratch the  
inside of the rear window. This  
may result in damage of the rear  
window defroster grid.  
Using anything but recommended  
cleaners and procedures may affect  
the fabric’s appearance and fire-  
resistant properties.  
8 105  
Maintenance  
Taking care of leather seats  
(if equipped)  
Cleaning the leather seats  
(if equipped)  
CAUTION - Leather  
When cleaning leather products  
(steering wheel, seats etc.), use  
neutral detergents or low alco-  
hol content solutions. If you use  
high alcohol content solutions  
or acid/alkaline detergents, the  
color of the leather may fade or  
the surface may get stripped off.  
• Vacuum the seat periodically to • Remove all contaminations instant-  
remove dust and sand on the seat.  
It will prevent abrasion or damage of  
the leather and maintain its quality.  
ly. Refer to instructions below for  
removal of each contaminant.  
• Cosmetic products(sunscreen,  
foundation, etc.)  
• Wipe the natural leather seat cover  
often with dry or soft cloth.  
- Apply cleansing cream on a cloth  
and wipe the contaminated point.  
Wipe off the cream with a wet cloth  
and remove water with a dry cloth.  
• Sufficient use of a leather protec-  
tive may prevent abrasion of the  
cover and helps maintain the color.  
Be sure to read the instructions • Beverages(coffee, soft drink, etc.)  
and consult a specialist when  
- Apply a small amount of neutral  
using leather coating or protective  
detergent and wipe until contami-  
agents.  
nations do not smear.  
• Leather with bright colors(beige,  
• Oil  
cream beige) is easily contaminat-  
- Remove oil instantly with  
ed and clear in appearance. Clean  
absorbable cloth and wipe with  
the seats frequently.  
stain remover for natural leather  
• Avoid wiping with wet cloth. It may  
only.  
cause the surface to crack.  
• Chewing gum  
- Harden the gum with ice and  
remove gradually.  
8 106  
Maintenance  
Fabric seat cover using precau-  
tions (If equipped)  
Please clean the fabric seats regu-  
larly with a vacuum cleaner in con-  
sideration of fabric material charac-  
teristics. If they are heavily soiled  
with beverage stains, etc., use a suit-  
able interior cleaner.To prevent dam-  
age to seat covers, wipe off the seat  
covers down to the seams with a  
large wiping motion and moderate  
pressure using a soft sponge or  
microfiber cloth.  
Velcro closures on clothing or sharp  
objects may cause snagging or  
scratches on the surface of the seats.  
Make sure not to rub such objects  
against the surface.  
8 107  
Maintenance  
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM  
The emission control system of your Caution for the Inspection and  
vehicle is covered by a written limited Maintenance Test (With Electronic  
warranty. Please see the warranty Stability Control (ESC) system)  
1. Crankcase emission control  
system  
The positive crankcase ventilation  
system is employed to prevent air  
pollution caused by blow-by gases  
being emitted from the crankcase.  
This system supplies fresh filtered air  
to the crankcase through the air  
intake hose. Inside the crankcase,  
the fresh air mixes with blow-by  
gases, which then pass through the  
PCV valve into the induction system.  
information contained in the  
Warranty & Consumer Information  
manual in your vehicle.  
• To prevent the vehicle from mis-  
firing during dynamometer test-  
ing, turn the Electronic Stability  
Control (ESC) system off by  
pressing the ESC switch.  
Your vehicle is equipped with an  
emission control system to meet all  
applicable emission regulations.  
• After dynamometer testing is  
completed, turn the ESC system  
back on by pressing the ESC  
switch again.  
There are three emission control  
systems, as follows.  
(1) Crankcase emission control sys-  
tem  
2. Evaporative emission con-  
trol (including ORVR:  
Onboard Refueling Vapor  
Recovery)  
(2) Evaporative emission control sys-  
tem  
(3) Exhaust emission control system  
system  
The Evaporative Emission Control  
System is designed to prevent fuel  
vapors from escaping into the atmos-  
phere.  
In order to assure the proper function  
of the emission control systems, it is  
recommended that you have your  
vehicle inspected and maintained by  
an authorized Kia dealer in accor-  
dance with the maintenance sched-  
ule in this manual.  
(The ORVR system is designed to  
allow the vapors from the fuel tank to  
be loaded into a canister while refu-  
eling at the gas station, preventing  
the escape of fuel vapors into the  
atmosphere.)  
8 108  
Maintenance  
Canister  
Engine exhaust gas precautions  
(carbon monoxide)  
3. Exhaust emission control  
system  
Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel  
tank are absorbed and stored in the  
onboard canister.When the engine is  
running, the fuel vapors absorbed in  
the canister are drawn into the surge  
tank through the purge control sole-  
noid valve.  
• Carbon monoxide can be present  
with other exhaust fumes.  
Therefore, if you smell exhaust  
fumes of any kind inside your vehi-  
cle, have it inspected and repaired  
immediately. If you ever suspect  
exhaust fumes are coming into  
your vehicle, drive it only with all  
the windows fully open. Have your  
vehicle checked and repaired  
immediately.  
The Exhaust Emission Control  
System is a highly effective system  
which controls exhaust emissions  
while maintaining good vehicle per-  
formance.  
Purge Control Solenoid Valve  
(PCSV)  
The purge control solenoid valve is  
controlled by the Engine Control  
Module (ECM); when the engine  
coolant temperature is low during  
idling, the PCSV closes so that evap-  
orated fuel is not taken into the  
engine. After the engine warms up  
during ordinary driving, the PCSV  
opens to introduce evaporated fuel to  
the engine.  
WARNING - Exhaust  
Engine exhaust gases contain  
carbon monoxide (CO). Though  
colorless and odorless, it is  
dangerous and could be lethal if  
inhaled. Follow the instructions  
on this page to avoid CO poi-  
soning.  
8 109  
Maintenance  
• Do not operate the engine in con- Operating precautions for catalyt-  
WARNING - Fire  
fined or closed areas (such as  
garages) any more than what is  
necessary to move the vehicle in or  
out of the area.  
ic converters (if equipped)  
• Do not park, idle or drive the  
vehicle over or near flamma-  
ble objects, such as grass,  
vegetation, paper, leaves, etc.  
A hot exhaust system can  
ignite flammable items under  
your vehicle.  
WARNING - Catalytic  
converter  
• When the vehicle is stopped in an  
open area for more than a short  
time with the engine running,  
adjust the ventilation system (as  
needed) to draw outside air into the  
vehicle.  
Keep away from the catalytic  
converter and exhaust system  
while the vehicle is running or  
immediately thereafter. The  
exhaust and catalytic systems  
are very hot and may burn you.  
• Also, do not remove the heat  
sink around the exhaust sys-  
tem, do not seal the bottom of  
the vehicle or do not coat the  
vehicle for corrosion control.  
It may present a fire risk under  
certain conditions.  
• Never sit in a parked or stopped  
vehicle for any extended time with  
the engine running.  
• When the engine stalls or fails to  
start, excessive attempts to restart  
the engine may cause damage to  
the emission control system.  
8 110  
Maintenance  
CALIFORNIA  
PERCHLORATE NOTICE  
Perchlorate Material-special handling  
may apply, See  
ardouswaste/ perchlorate.  
Your vehicle is equipped with a cat- Failure to observe these precautions  
alytic converter emission control could result in damage to the catalyt-  
device.  
ic converter and to your vehicle.  
Additionally, such actions could void  
your warranties.  
Therefore, the following precautions  
must be observed:  
• Use only UNLEADED FUEL for  
gasoline engines.  
Notice to California Vehicle Dismantlers:  
Perchlorate containing materials,  
such as air bag inflators, seatbelt  
pretensioners and keyless remote  
entry batteries, must be disposed of  
according to Title 22 California Code  
of Regulations Chapter 67384.10  
(a).  
• Do not operate the vehicle when  
there are signs of engine malfunc-  
tion, such as misfire or a noticeable  
loss of performance.  
• Do not misuse or abuse the  
engine. Examples of misuse are  
coasting with the ignition off and  
descending steep grades in gear  
with the ignition off.  
• Do not operate the engine at high  
idle speed for extended periods (5  
minutes or more).  
• Do not modify or tamper with any  
part of the engine or emission con-  
trol system. All inspections and  
adjustments must be made by an  
authorized Kia dealer.  
• Avoid driving with an extremely low  
fuel level. Running out of fuel could  
cause the engine to misfire, dam-  
aging the catalytic converter.  
8 111  

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