Get Maintenance Guide for Kia Sorento SUV Second Generation (2011-2015)

Engine compartment / 7-2

Maintenance services / 7-5

Owner maintenance / 7-6

Explanation of scheduled maintenance items / 7-15

Engine oil / 7-18

Engine coolant / 7-19

Brake/clutch fluid / 7-22

Power steering fluid / 7-23

Washer fluid / 7-24

Parking brake / 7-24

Air cleaner / 7-25

Climate control air filter / 7-27

Wiper blades / 7-29

Battery / 7-33

Tires and wheels / 7-36

Fuses / 7-49

Appearance care / 7-58

Emission control system / 7-64

Maintenance

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

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OXM079001N

1. Engine Coolant Reservoir

2. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir

3. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir*

4. Radiator Cap

5. Engine Oil Filler Cap

6. Engine Oil Dipstick

7. Brake Fluid Reservoir

8. Air Cleaner

9. Fuse Box

10. Negative Battery Terminal

11. Positive Battery Terminal

* if equipped

❇ The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

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2.4L MPI

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Maintenance

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* The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

1. Engine coolant reservoir

2. Engine oil filler cap

3. Brake fluid reservoir

4. Air cleaner

5. Fuse box

6. Positive battery terminal

7. Negative battery terminal

8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

9. Radiator cap

10. Engine oil dipstick

* : if equipped

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2.4L GDI

Maintenance

OXM079100

1. Engine coolant reservoir

2. Engine oil filler cap

3. Brake fluid reservoir

4. Air cleaner

5. Fuse box

6. Negative battery terminal

7. Positive battery terminal

8. Radiator cap

9. Engine oil dipstick

10. Power steering fluid reservoir*

11. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

* if equipped

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3.5L MPI

❇ The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

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Maintenance

MAINTENANCE SERVICES

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You should exercise the utmost care to

prevent damage to your vehicle and

injury to yourself whenever performing

any maintenance or inspection proce-

dures.

Should you have any doubts concerning

the inspection or servicing of your vehi-

cle, we strongly recommend that you

have an authorized KIA dealer perform

this work.

An authorized KIA dealer has factory

trained technicians and genuine KIA

parts to service your vehicle properly. For

expert advice and quality service, see an

authorized KIA dealer.

Inadequate, incomplete or insufficient

servicing may result in operational prob-

lems with your vehicle that could lead to

vehicle damage, an accident, or person-

al injury.

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Owner’s responsibility

✽✽

NOTICE

Maintenance Service and Record

Retention are the owner's responsibility.

You should retain documents that show

proper maintenance has been performed

on your vehicle in accordance with the

scheduled maintenance service charts

shown on the following pages. You need

this information to establish your compli-

ance with the servicing and maintenance

requirements of your vehicle warranties.

Detailed warranty information is provided

in your Warranty & Consumer Information

manual.

Repairs and adjustments required as a

result of improper maintenance or a lack

of required maintenance are not covered.

We recommend you have your vehicle

maintained and repaired by an author-

ized KIA dealer. An authorized KIA deal-

er meets KIA’s high service quality stan-

dards and receives technical support

from KIA in order to provide you with a

high level of service satisfaction.

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Owner maintenance precautions

Improper or incomplete service may

result in problems. This section gives

instructions only for the maintenance

items that are easy to perform.

As explained earlier in this section, sev-

eral procedures can be done only by an

authorized KIA dealer with special tools.

✽✽

NOTICE

Improper owner maintenance during

the warranty period may affect warran-

ty coverage. For details, read the sepa-

rate Warranty & Consumer Information

manual provided with the vehicle. If

you're unsure about any servicing or

maintenance procedure, have it done by

an authorized KIA dealer.

Maintenance

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The following lists are vehicle checks and

inspections that should be performed by

the owner or an authorized KIA dealer at

the frequencies indicated to help ensure

safe, dependable operation of your vehi-

cle.

Any adverse conditions should be

brought to the attention of your dealer as

soon as possible.

These Owner Maintenance Checks are

generally not covered by warranties and

you may be charged for labor, parts and

lubricants used.

Owner maintenance schedule

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When you stop for fuel:

• Check the engine oil level.

• Check the coolant level in the coolant

reservoir.

• Check the windshield washer fluid

level.

• Look for low or under-inflated tires.

WARNING - Maintenance

work

• Performing maintenance work on

a vehicle can be dangerous. You

can be seriously injured while

performing some maintenance

procedures. If you lack sufficient

knowledge and experience or the

proper tools and equipment to do

the work, have it done by an

authorized KIA dealer.

• Working under the hood with the

engine running is dangerous. It

becomes even more dangerous

when you wear jewelry or loose

clothing. These can become

entangled in moving parts and

result in injury. Therefore, if you

must run the engine while work-

ing under the hood, make certain

that you remove all jewelry (espe-

cially rings, bracelets, watches,

and necklaces) and all neckties,

scarves, and similar loose cloth-

ing before getting near the

engine or cooling fans.

OWNER MAINTENANCE

WARNING

Be careful when checking your

engine coolant level when the

engine is hot. Scalding hot coolant

and steam may blow out under

pressure. This could cause burns

or other serious injury.

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Maintenance

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While operating your vehicle:

• Note any changes in the sound of the

exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes

in the vehicle.

• Check for vibrations in the steering

wheel. Notice any increased steering

effort or looseness in the steering

wheel, or change in its straight-ahead

position.

• Notice if your vehicle constantly turns

slightly or “pulls” to one side when trav-

eling on smooth, level road.

• When stopping, listen and check for

unusual sounds, pulling to one side,

increased brake pedal travel or “hard-

to-push” brake pedal.

• If any slipping or changes in the oper-

ation of your transaxle occurs, check

the transaxle fluid level.

• Check the automatic transaxle P

(Park) function.

• Check the parking brake.

• Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle

(water dripping from the air condition-

ing system during or after use is nor-

mal).

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At least monthly:

• Check the coolant level in the engine

coolant reservoir.

• Check the operation of all exterior

lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-

nals and hazard warning flashers.

• Check the inflation pressures of all

tires including the spare.

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At least twice a year

(i.e., every Spring and Fall):

• Check the radiator, heater and air con-

ditioning hoses for leaks or damage.

• Check the windshield washer spray

and wiper operation. Clean the wiper

blades with clean cloth dampened with

washer fluid.

• Check the headlight alignment.

• Check the muffler, exhaust pipes,

shields and clamps.

• Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear

and function.

• Check for worn tires and loose wheel

lug nuts.

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At least once a year:

• Clean the body and door drain holes.

• Lubricate the door hinges and checks,

and hood hinges.

• Lubricate the door and hood locks and

latches.

• Lubricate the door rubber weather-

strips.

• Check the air conditioning system.

• Check the power steering fluid level.

• Inspect and lubricate the automatic

transaxle linkage and controls.

• Clean the battery and terminals.

• Check the brake/clutch fluid level.

Maintenance

Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first

× 1,000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180 192

# Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96

Engine oil and oil filter

Add fuel additive (1)

Fuel filter (2) I I I I

Fuel tank/cap/canister/fuel line/

I I I I

fuel hoses/connections/vapor hose

Fuel tank air filer (CCV filter)

(2) I I I I

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

MAINTENANCE

ITEM

Replace every 12,000 km or 12 months

Add every 12,000 km or 12 months

(1) If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives ars available from your authorized KIA

dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.

(2) Fuel filter & Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule

depends on fuel quality. If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc,

replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult an authorized KIA dealer for details.

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 kilometrage and time are shown, the frequency of service is determined by whichever occurs first.

R : Replace or change I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

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Maintenance

Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first

× 1,000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180 192

# Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96

Vaccum hoses I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

Air cleaner element I I I R I I I R I I I R I I I R

Spark plugs R

Valve clearance (3) I I

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

MAINTENANCE

ITEM

(3) Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. A qualified technician should perform the operation.

R : Replace or change I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)

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NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

MAINTENANCE

ITEM

R : Replace or change I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

* if equipped

(4) The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced excessively.

(5) When adding coolant, use only deionizes water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at the factory.

An inproper coolant mixture can result in serious maifunction or engine damage.

Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first

× 1,000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180 192

# Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96

Drive belts

(4)

Engine coolant (5)

Cooling system hoses & connections I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

Manual transaxle oil

Automatic transaxle oil

Brake/clutch* fluid I I I I

Brake lines/lines & connections

I I I I I I I I

(including booster)

Clutch* & brake pedal free play I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

At first, inspect the drive belt at 96,000 km or 72 months;

after that, inspect it 24,000 km or 24 months

At first, replace at 100,000 km or 60 months;

after that, replace every 48,000 km or 24 months

Inspect every 60,000 km or 48 months

No check, No service required

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Maintenance

Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first

× 1,000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180 192

# Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96

Front brake disc/pads, calipers I I I I I I I I

Rear brake disc/pads I I I I I I I I

Parking brake I I I I

Exhaust pipes, heat shield & mountings I I I I I I I I

Front suspension ball jonts I I I I I I I I

Steering gear box, linkage & boots/

I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

lower arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint

Drive shaft dust boots I I I I I I I I

All latch, hinges and locks I I I I I I I I

Battery condition I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

MAINTENANCE

ITEM

NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)

R : Replace or change I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

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Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first

× 1,000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180 192

# Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96

Power steering pump, belt and hoses I I I I I I I I

Climate contol air filter R R R R R R R R

Air conditioner compressor operation &

I I I I I I I I

refrigerant amount

Rotate tires I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

Transfer case oil (4WD) (6)

Rear differential oil (4WD) (7)

Propellar shaft (4WD) I I I I I I I I

Tire condition & inflation pressure I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I

Wheel alignment

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

MAINTENANCE

ITEM

Inspect every 60,000 km or 48 months

NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)

R : Replace or change I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

Inspect when abnormal condition noted

(6) Transfer case oil should be changed anytime they have been submerged in water.

(7) Rear differential oil should be changed anytime they have been submerged in water.

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Maintenance

MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS

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

EVERY 6,000 km OR 6 MONTHS

MORE FREQUENTLY

EVERY 120,000 km

EVERY 96,000 km

MORE FREQUENTLY

A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K

C, E

B, H

A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J

A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I

C, D, G, H

ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER

AIR CLEANER ELEMENT

SPARK PLUGS

MANUAL TRANSAXLE FLUID

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID

FRONT BRAKE DISC/PADS, CALIPERS

REAR BRAKE DISC/PADS

PARKING BRAKE

MAINTENANCE ITEM

MAINTENANCE

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

DRIVING

CONDITION

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SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS

A - Repeatedly driving shorts distanse of less than 8 km (5 miles) in

normal temperature or less than 16 km (10 miles) in freezing tem-

perature

B - Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances

C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-spread

roads

D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very

cold weather

E - Driving in sandy areas

F - Driving in heavy traffic area over 32°C (90°F)

G - Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road

H - Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack

I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle towing

J - Driving over 170 km/h (100 mph)

K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions

MORE FREQUENTLY

EVERY 12,000 km OR 6 MONTHS

MORE FREQUENTLY

EVERY 120,000 km

EVERY 12,000 km OR 6 MONTHS

C, D, E, F, G, H, I

C, D, E, F, G

C, E

C, E, G, H, I, J

C, E

STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE & BOOTS/

LOWER ARM BALL JOINT, UPPER ARM BSALL JOINT

DRIVE SHAFTS AND BOOTS

CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER

(FOR EVAPORATOR AND BLOWER UNIT)

TRANSFER CASE OIL (4WD) (1)

REAR DIFFERENTIAL OIL (1)

PROPELLAR SHAFT

MAINTENANCE ITEM

MAINTENANCE

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

DRIVING

CONDITION

(1) Transfer case Oil and Rear Axle Oil should be changed anytime they have abeen submerged in water.

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Maintenance

EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS

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Engine oil and filter

The engine oil and filter should be

changed at the intervals specified in the

maintenance schedule. If the vehicle is

being driven in severe conditions, more

frequent oil and filter changes are

required.

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Drive belts

Inspect all drive belts for evidence of

cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil satu-

ration and replace if necessary. Drive

belts should be checked periodically for

proper tension and adjusted as neces-

sary.

G050300AUN

Fuel filter (cartridge)

A clogged filter can limit the speed at

which the vehicle may be driven, damage

the emission system and cause multiple

issues such as hard starting. If an exces-

sive amount of foreign matter accumu-

lates in the fuel tank, the filter may

require replacement more frequently.

After installing a new filter, run the engine

for several minutes, and check for leaks

at the connections. Fuel filters should be

installed by an authorized KIA dealer.

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Fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-

nections

Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-

nections for leakage and damage. Have

an authorized KIA dealer replace any

damaged or leaking parts immediately.

G050500AUN

Timing belt (if equipped)

Inspect all parts related to the timing belt

for damage and deformation. Replace

any damaged parts immediately.

G050600AUN

Vapor hose and fuel filler cap

The vapor hose and fuel filler cap should

be inspected at those intervals specified

in the maintenance schedule. Make sure

that a new vapor hose or fuel filler cap is

correctly replaced.

G050700AUN

Vacuum crankcase ventilation

hoses

Inspect the surface of hoses for evidence

of heat and/or mechanical damage. Hard

and brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts,

abrasions, and excessive swelling indi-

cate deterioration. Particular attention

should be paid to examine those hose

surfaces nearest to high heat sources,

such as the exhaust manifold.

Inspect the hose routing to assure that

the hoses do not come in contact with

any heat source, sharp edges or moving

component which might cause heat dam-

age or mechanical wear. Inspect all hose

connections, such as clamps and cou-

plings, to make sure they are secure, and

that no leaks are present. Hoses should

be replaced immediately if there is any

evidence of deterioration or damage.

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Air cleaner filter

A Genuine KIA air cleaner filter is recom-

mended when the filter is replaced.

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Spark plugs

Make sure to install new spark plugs of

the correct heat range.

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Valve clearance (if equipped)

Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or

engine vibration and adjust if necessary.

An authorized KIA dealer should perform

the operation.

G051100AHM

Cooling system

Check the cooling system components,

such as the radiator, coolant reservoir,

hoses and connections for leakage and

damage. Replace any damaged parts.

G051200AUN

Coolant

The coolant should be changed at the

intervals specified in the maintenance

schedule.

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Manual transaxle fluid

(if equipped)

Inspect the manual transaxle fluid

according to the maintenance schedule.

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Automatic transaxle fluid

(if equipped)

The fluid should be changed at an

authorized KIA dealer in accordance to

the scheduled maintenance at the begin-

ning of this section.

✽✽

NOTICE

Automatic transaxle fluid color is basi-

cally red.

As the vehicle is driven, the automatic

transaxle fluid will begin to look darker.

It is normal condition and you should

not judge the need to replace the fluid

based upon the changed color.

G051500AUN

Brake hoses and lines

Visually check for proper installation,

chafing, cracks, deterioration and any

leakage. Replace any deteriorated or

damaged parts immediately.

G051600AAM

Brake/Clutch (if equipped) fluid

Check the brake fluid level in the brake

fluid reservoir. The level should be

between “MIN” and “MAX” marks on the

side of the reservoir. Use only hydraulic

brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT

4 specification.

CAUTION

The use of a non-specified fluid

could result in transaxle malfunc-

tion and failure.

Use only specified automatic

transaxle fluid. (Refer to

“Recommended lubricants and

capacities” in section 8.)

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Maintenance

G051700AUN

Parking brake

Inspect the parking brake system includ-

ing the parking brake lever (or pedal) and

cables.

G051900AUN

Brake discs, pads, calipers and

rotors

Check the pads for excessive wear, discs

for run out and wear, and calipers for fluid

leakage.

G052000AUN

Exhaust pipe and muffler

Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muf-

fler and hangers for cracks, deterioration,

or damage. Start the engine and listen

carefully for any exhaust gas leakage.

Tighten connections or replace parts as

necessary.

G052100AUN

Suspension mounting bolts

Check the suspension connections for

looseness or damage. Retighten to the

specified torque.

G052200AUN

Steering gear box, linkage &

boots/lower arm ball joint

With the vehicle stopped and engine off,

check for excessive free-play in the

steering wheel.

Check the linkage for bends or damage.

Check the dust boots and ball joints for

deterioration, cracks, or damage.

Replace any damaged parts.

G052300AEN

Power steering pump, belt and

hoses (if equipped)

Check the power steering pump and

hoses for leakage and damage. Replace

any damaged or leaking parts immedi-

ately. Inspect the power steering belt (or

drive belt) for evidence of cuts, cracks,

excessive wear, oiliness and proper ten-

sion. Replace or adjust it if necessary.

G052400AUN

Drive shafts and boots

Check the drive shafts, boots and clamps

for cracks, deterioration, or damage.

Replace any damaged parts and, if nec-

essary, repack the grease.

G052500AUN

Air conditioning refrigerant

Check the air conditioning lines and con-

nections for leakage and damage.

Maintenance

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ENGINE OIL

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Checking the engine oil level

1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.

2. Start the engine and allow it to reach

normal operating temperature.

3. Turn the engine off and wait for a few

minutes (about 5 minutes) for the oil to

return to the oil pan.

4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and

re-insert it fully.

5. Pull the dipstick out again and check

the level. The level should be between

F and L.

If it is near or at L, add enough oil to bring

the level to F. Do not overfill.

Use a funnel to help prevent oil from

being spilled on engine components.

Use only the specified engine oil. (Refer

to “Recommended lubricants and capaci-

ties” in section 8.)

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.

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OXM079004N

CAUTION

• Do not overfill the engine oil. It

may damage the engine.

• Do not spill engine oil, when

adding or changing engine oil. If

you drop the engine oil on the

engine room, wipe it off immedi-

ately.

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Maintenance

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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 section.

G070000AHM

The high-pressure cooling system has a

reservoir filled with year round antifreeze

coolant. The reservoir is filled at the fac-

tory.

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 climate.

G070100AHM

Checking the coolant level

ENGINE COOLANT

WARNING - Removing

radiator cap

• Never attempt to remove the radi-

ator cap while the engine is oper-

ating or hot. Doing so might lead

to cooling system and engine

damage. Also, hot coolant or

steam could cause serious per-

sonal injury.

• 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

cooling system.

(Continued)

When you are sure all the pres-

sure has been released, press

down on the cap, using a thick

towel, and continue turning coun-

terclockwise to remove it.

• Even if the engine is not operat-

ing, 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 seri-

ous injury.

WARNING

Used engine oil may cause skin irri-

tation or cancer if left in contact

with the skin for prolonged periods

of time. Used engine oil contains

chemicals that have caused cancer

in laboratory animals. Always pro-

tect your skin by washing your

hands thoroughly with soap and

warm water as soon as possible

after handling used oil.

WARNING

The electric motor (cooling fan) is

controlled by engine coolant tem-

perature, refrigerant pressure and

vehicle speed. It may sometimes

operate even when the engine is

not running. Use extreme caution

when working near the blades of

the cooling fan so that you are not

injured by a rotating fan blades. As

the engine coolant temperature

decreases, the electric motor will

automatically shut off. This is a nor-

mal condition.

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207

Check the condition and connections of

all cooling system hoses and heater

hoses. Replace any swollen or deterio-

rated hoses.

The coolant level should be filled

between F and L marks on the side of the

coolant reservoir when the engine is

cool.

If the coolant level is low, add enough

specified coolant to provide protection

against freezing and corrosion. Bring the

level to F, but do not overfill. If frequent

additions are required, see an authorized

KIA dealer for a cooling system inspec-

tion.

G070101AHM

Recommended engine coolant

• Use only soft (distilled) water in the

coolant mixture.

• The engine in your vehicle has alu-

minum engine parts and must be pro-

tected by an ethylene-glycol-based

coolant to prevent corrosion and freez-

ing.

• DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol

coolant or mix them with the specified

coolant.

• Do not use a solution that contains

more than 60% antifreeze or less than

35% antifreeze, which would reduce

the effectiveness of the solution.

For mixture percentage, refer to the fol-

lowing table.

-15°C (5°F) 35 65

-25°C (-13°F) 40 60

-35°C (-31°F) 50 50

-45°C (-49°F) 60 40

Ambient

Temperature

Mixture Percentage (volume)

Antifreeze

Water

OXM079006

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Maintenance

G070200AHM

Changing the coolant

Have the coolant changed by an author-

ized KIA dealer according to the

Maintenance Schedule at the beginning

of this section.

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 pres-

sure causing serious injury.

CAUTION

Put a thick cloth around the radiator

cap before refilling the coolant in

order to prevent the coolant from

overflowing into engine parts such

as the alternator.

WARNING - Coolant

• Do not use radiator coolant or

antifreeze in the washer fluid

reservoir.

• Radiator coolant can severely

obscure visibility when sprayed

on the windshield and may cause

loss of vehicle control or damage

the paint and body trim.

OXM079007

Maintenance

227

BRAKE/CLUTCH (IF EQUIPPED) FLUID

G080100AAM

Checking the brake/clutch* fluid

level

Check the fluid level in the reservoir peri-

odically. The fluid level should be

between MAX and MIN marks on the

side of the reservoir.

Before removing the reservoir cap and

adding brake/clutch* fluid, clean the area

around the reservoir cap thoroughly to

prevent brake/clutch* fluid contamina-

tion.

* if equipped

If the level is low, add fluid to the MAX

level. The level will fall with accumulated

mileage. This is a normal condition asso-

ciated with the wear of the brake linings

and/or clutch disc (if equipped). If the

fluid level is excessively low, have the

brake/clutch* system checked by an

authorized KIA dealer.

Use only the specified brake/clutch* fluid.

(Refer to “Recommended lubricants and

capacities” in section 8.)

Never mix different types of fluid.

WARNING - Brake/clutch*

fluid

When changing and adding

brake/clutch* fluid, handle it care-

fully. 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 doc-

tor as soon as possible.

WARNING - Loss of

brake/clutch* fluid

In the event the brake/clutch* sys-

tem requires frequent additions of

fluid, the vehicle should be inspect-

ed by an authorized KIA dealer.

CAUTION

Do not allow brake/clutch* fluid to

contact the vehicle's body paint, as

paint damage will result.

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.

Don't put in the wrong kind of fluid.

A few drops of mineral-based oil,

such as engine oil, in your

brake/clutch* system can damage

brake/clutch* system parts.

OXM079008

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Maintenance

POWER STEERING FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)

G090100AHM

Checking the power steering fluid

level

With the vehicle on level ground, check

the fluid level in the power steering reser-

voir periodically. The fluid should be

between MAX and MIN marks on the

side of the reservoir at the normal tem-

perature.

Before adding power steering fluid, thor-

oughly clean the area around the reser-

voir cap to prevent power steering fluid

contamination.

If the level is low, add fluid to the MAX

level.

✽✽

NOTICE

Check that the fluid level is in the

"HOT" range on the reservoir. If the

fluid is cold, check that it is in the

"COLD" range.

In the event the power steering system

requires frequent addition of fluid, the

vehicle should be inspected by an

authorized KIA dealer.

Use only the specified power steering

fluid. (Refer to "Recommended lubricants

and capacities" in section 8.)

G090200AEN

Checking the power steering

hose

Check the connections for oil leaks, dam-

age and twists in the power steering

hose before driving.

CAUTION

• To avoid damage to the power

steering pump, do not operate the

vehicle for prolonged periods

with a low power steering fluid

level.

• Never start the engine when the

reservoir tank is empty.

• When adding fluid, be careful that

dirt does not get into the tank.

• Too little fluid can result in

increased steering effort and/or

noise from the power steering

system.

• The use of the non-specified fluid

could reduce the effectiveness of

the power steering system and

cause damage to it.

OXM079009

Maintenance

247

WASHER FLUID

G120100AUN-C1

Checking the washer fluid level

Check the fluid level in the washer fluid

reservoir and add fluid if necessary. Plain

water may be used if washer fluid is not

available. However, use washer solvent

with antifreeze characteristics in cold cli-

mates to prevent freezing.

Checking the parking brake

Type A

Check whether the stroke is within spec-

ification when the parking brake pedal is

depressed with 20 kg (44 lb, 196N) of

force. Also, the parking brake alone

should securely hold the vehicle on a fair-

ly steep grade. If the stroke is more or

less than specified, have the parking

brake adjusted by an authorized KIA

dealer.

Stroke : 4~5 notch

WARNING - Coolant

• Do not use radiator coolant or

antifreeze in the washer fluid

reservoir.

• Radiator coolant can severely

obscure visibility when sprayed

on the windshield and may cause

loss of vehicle control or damage

to paint and body trim.

• Windshield washer fluid agents

contain some amounts of alcohol

and can be flammable under cer-

tain circumstances. Do not allow

sparks or flame to contact the

washer fluid or the washer fluid

reservoir. Damage to the vehicle

or occupants could occur.

• Windshield washer fluid is poi-

sonous to humans and animals.

Do not drink and avoid contacting

windshield washer fluid. Serious

injury or death could occur.

PARKING BRAKE

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Maintenance

Type B

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 fair-

ly steep grade. If the stroke is more or

less than specified, have the parking

brake adjusted by an authorized KIA

dealer.

Stroke : 5~6 “clicks’’ at a force of

20 kg (44 lbs, 196 N).

G160100AAM-EC

Filter replacement

It must be replaced when necessary, and

should not be washed.

You can clean the filter when inspecting

the air cleaner element.

Clean the filter by using compressed air.

1. Loosen the air cleaner cover attaching

clips and open the cover.

OXM059015

AIR CLEANER

OXM079012 OXM079013

Maintenance

267

2. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner.

3. Replace the air cleaner filter.

4. Lock the cover with the cover attaching

clips.

Replace the filter according to the

Maintenance Schedule.

If the vehicle is operated in extremely

dusty or sandy areas, replace the ele-

ment more often than the usual recom-

mended intervals.

OXM079014

CAUTION

• Do not drive with the air cleaner

removed; this will result in exces-

sive engine wear.

• When removing the air cleaner fil-

ter, be careful that dust or dirt

does not enter the air intake, or

damage may result.

• Use a KIA genuine part. Use of

non-genuine parts could damage

the air flow sensor.

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Maintenance

CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER (IF EQUIPPED)

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 per-

forming the following procedure, and be

careful to avoid damaging other compo-

nents.

1. Open the glove box and remove the

support strap (1).

2. With the glove box open, remove the

stoppers on both sides.

OXM079016OXM079015

Maintenance

287

3. Remove the climate control air filter

case by pulling out both sides of the

cover.

4. Replace the climate control air filter.

5. Reassemble in the reverse order of

disassembly.

✽✽

NOTICE

When replacing the climate control air

filter install it properly. Otherwise, the

system may produce noise and the effec-

tiveness of the filter may be reduced.

OXM079017 OXM079018N

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Maintenance

WIPER BLADES

G180100AUN

Blade inspection

✽✽

NOTICE

Commercial hot waxes applied by auto-

matic car washes have been known to

make the windshield difficult to clean.

Contamination of either the windshield or

the wiper blades with foreign matter can

reduce the effectiveness of the wind-

shield wipers. Common sources of con-

tamination are insects, tree sap, and hot

wax treatments used by some commer-

cial car washes. If the blades are not wip-

ing properly, clean both the window and

the blades with a good cleaner or mild

detergent, and rinse thoroughly with

clean water.

G180200AUN

Blade replacement

When the wipers no longer clean ade-

quately, the blades may be worn or

cracked, and require replacement.

1JBA5122

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the wiper

blades, do not use gasoline,

kerosene, paint thinner, or other

solvents on or near them.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the wiper

arms or other components, do not

attempt to move the wipers manual-

ly.

CAUTION

The use of a non-specified wiper

blade could result in wiper malfunc-

tion and failure.

Maintenance

307

Front windshield wiper blade

Type A

1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the wiper

blade assembly to expose the plastic

locking clip.

2. Compress the clip and slide the blade

assembly downward.

3. Lift it off the arm.

4. Install the blade assembly in the

reverse order of removal.

Type B

1. Raise the wiper arm.

1LDA5023

CAUTION

Do not allow the wiper arm to fall

against the windshield, since it may

chip or crack the windshield.

1JBA7037

1JBA7038

OHM078059

CAUTION

Do not allow the wiper arm to fall

against the windshield, since it may

chip or crack the windshield.

7 31

Maintenance

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.

Rear window wiper blade

1. Raise the wiper arm and pull out the

wiper blade assembly.

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OHM078062

OHM078061

Maintenance

327

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 slight-

ly.

To prevent damage to the wiper arms or

other components, have an authorized

KIA dealer replace the wiper blade.

OHM078063

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Maintenance

BATTERY

G190100AAM-EC

For best battery service

• Keep the battery securely mounted.

• Keep the battery top clean and dry.

• Keep the terminals and connections

clean, tight, and coated with petroleum

jelly or terminal grease.

• Rinse any spilled electrolyte from the

battery immediately with a solution of

water and baking soda.

• If the vehicle is not going to be used for

an extended time, disconnect the bat-

tery cables.

WARNING - Battery dangers

Always read the following

instructions carefully when

handling a battery.

Keep lighted cigarettes and

all other flames or sparks

away from the battery.

Hydrogen, a highly com-

bustible gas, is always

present in battery cells and

may explode if ignited.

Keep batteries out of the

reach of children because

batteries contain highly

corrosive SULFURIC ACID.

Do not allow battery acid to

contact your skin, eyes,

clothing or paint finish.

If any electrolyte gets into

your eyes, flush your eyes

with clean water for at least

15 minutes and get immedi-

ate medical attention.

(Continued)

If electrolyte gets on your

skin, thoroughly wash the

contacted area. If you feel

pain or burning sensation,

get medical attention imme-

diately.

Wear eye protection when

charging or working near a

battery. Always provide

ventilation when working in

an enclosed space.

An inappropriately dis-

posed battery can be harm-

ful to the environment and

human health. Dispose the

battery according to your

local law(s) or regulation.

• When lifting a plastic-cased bat-

tery, excessive pressure on the

case may cause battery acid to

leak, resulting in personal injury.

Lift with a battery carrier or with

your hands on opposite corners.

• Never attempt to recharge the

battery when the battery cables

are connected.

(Continued)

OXM079100

Maintenance

347

G190200AUN

Battery recharging

Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,

calcium-based battery.

• If the battery becomes discharged in a

short time (because, for example, the

headlights or interior lights were left on

while the vehicle was not in use),

recharge it by slow charging (trickle)

for 10 hours.

• If the battery gradually discharges

because of high electric load while the

vehicle is being used, recharge it at 20-

30A for two hours.

(Continued)

• The electrical ignition system

works with high voltage. Never

touch these components with the

engine running or the ignition

switched on.

Failure to follow the above warn-

ings can result in serious bodily

injury or death.

WARNING - Recharging

battery

When recharging the battery,

observe the following precautions:

• The battery must be removed

from the vehicle and placed in an

area with good ventilation.

• Do not allow cigarettes, sparks,

or flame near the battery.

• Watch the battery during charg-

ing, and stop or reduce the charg-

ing rate if the battery cells begin

gassing (boiling) violently or if

the temperature of the electrolyte

of any cell exceeds 49°C (120°F).

• 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.

7 35

Maintenance

G190300AAM

Reset items

Items should be reset after the battery

has been discharged or the battery has

been disconnected.

• Auto up/down window (See section 4)

• Sunroof (See section 4)

• Trip computer (See section 4)

• Climate control system

(See section 4)

• Clock (See section 4)

• Audio (See section 4)

WARNING

• Before performing maintenance

or recharging the battery, turn off

all accessories and stop the

engine.

• The negative battery cable must

be removed first and installed

last when the battery is discon-

nected.

Maintenance

367

CAUTION

• Underinflation also results in

excessive wear, poor handling

and reduced fuel economy.

Wheel deformation also is

possible. Keep your tire pres-

sures at the proper levels. If a

tire frequently needs refilling,

have it checked by an author-

ized KIA dealer.

• Overinflation produces a

harsh ride, excessive wear at

the center of the tire tread, and

a greater possibility of dam-

age from road hazards.

TIRES AND WHEELS

G200100AUN

Tire care

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.

G200200AUN-EU

Recommended cold tire inflation

pressures

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

1.6 km (one mile).

Recommended pressures must be

maintained for the best ride, vehicle

handling, and minimum tire wear.

For recommended inflation pressure,

refer to “Tire and wheels” in section

All specifications (sizes and pres-

sures) can be found on a label

attached to the driver’s side center

pillar.

WARNING - Tire under-

inflation

Severe underinflation can lead

to severe heat build-up, causing

blowouts, tread separation and

other tire failures that can result

in the loss of vehicle control

leading to severe injury or

death. This risk is much higher

on hot days and when driving

for long periods at high speeds.

OXM079101L

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Maintenance

G200300AUN

Checking tire inflation pressure

Check your tires once a month or

more.

Also, check the tire pressure of the

spare tire.

G200301AUN

How to check

Use a good quality gauge to check

tire pressure. You can not tell if your

tires are properly inflated simply by

looking at them. Radial tires may

look properly inflated even when

they're 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 1.6 km (1 mile).

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.

CAUTION - Tire pressure

Always observe the following:

• 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 1.6 km (one

mile) since startup.)

• Check the pressure of your

spare tire each time you check

the pressure of other tires.

• Never overload your vehicle.

Be careful not to overload a

vehicle luggage rack if your

vehicle is equipped with one.

• Worn, old tires can cause acci-

dents. If your tread is badly

worn, or if your tires have

been damaged, replace them.

CAUTION

• Warm tires normally exceed

recommended cold tire pres-

sures by 28 to 41 kPa (4 to 6

psi). Do not release air from

warm tires to adjust the pres-

sure or the tires will be under-

inflated.

• 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.

Maintenance

387

Remove the valve cap from the tire

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.

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.

G200400AUN

Tire rotation

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.

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 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.

Refer to “Tire and wheels” in section

WARNING

• Inspect your tires frequently

for proper inflation as well as

wear and damage. Always use

a tire pressure gauge.

• Tires with too much or too little

pressure wear unevenly caus-

ing poor handling, loss of vehi-

cle control, and sudden tire

failure leading to accidents,

injuries, and even death. The

recommended cold tire pres-

sure for your vehicle can be

found in this manual and on

the tire label located on the dri-

ver's side center pillar.

• Worn tires can cause acci-

dents. Replace tires that are

worn, show uneven wear, or

are damaged.

• Remember to check the pres-

sure of your spare tire. KIA

recommends that you check

the spare every time you

check the pressure of the

other tires on your vehicle.

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Maintenance

Disc brake pads should be inspected

for wear whenever tires are rotated.

✽✽

NOTICE

Rotate radial tires that have an

asymmetric tread pattern only from

front to rear and not from right to

left.

G200500AUN

Wheel alignment and tire balance

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.

If you notice your vehicle vibrating

when driving on a smooth road, your

wheels may need to be rebalanced.

S2BLA790A

CBGQ0707A

Without a spare tire

Directional tires (if equipped)

WARNING

• Do not use the compact spare

tire (if equipped) for tire rota-

tion.

• Do not mix bias ply and radial

ply tires under any circum-

stances. This may cause

unusual handling characteris-

tics that could result in death,

severe injury, or property

damage.

CAUTION

Improper wheel weights can

damage your vehicle's alu-

minum wheels. Use only

approved wheel weights.

Maintenance

407

G200600AHM-EU

Tire replacement

If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear

indicator will appear as a solid band

across the tread. This shows there is

less than 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) 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.

OEN076053

Tread wear indicator

WARNING - Replacing

tires

To reduce the chance of serious

or fatal injuries from an acci-

dent caused by tire failure or

loss of vehicle control:

• Replace tires that are worn,

show uneven wear, or are

damaged. Worn tires can

cause loss of braking effec-

tiveness, steering control, and

traction.

• Do not drive your vehicle with

too little or too much pressure

in your tires. This can lead to

uneven wear and tire failure.

• When replacing tires, never

mix radial and bias-ply tires

on the same car. You must

replace all tires (including the

spare) if moving from radial to

bias-ply tires.

(Continued)

• Using tires and wheels other

than the recommended sizes

could cause unusual handling

characteristics and poor vehi-

cle control, resulting in a seri-

ous accident.

• 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.

• The ABS works by comparing

the speed of the wheels. The

tire size affects wheel speed.

When replacing tires, all 4

tires must use the same size

originally supplied with the

vehicle. Using tires of a differ-

ent size can cause the ABS

(Anti-lock Brake System) and

ESC (Electronic Stability

Control) to work irregularly.

7 41

Maintenance

G200601AUN

Compact spare tire replacement

A compact spare tire has a shorter

tread life than a regular size tire.

Replace it when you can see the

tread wear indicator bars on the tire.

The replacement compact spare tire

should be the same size and design

tire as the one provided with your

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.

G200700BUN-EC

Wheel replacement

When replacing the metal wheels for

any reason, make sure the new

wheels are equivalent to the original

factory units in diameter, rim width

and offset.

G200800AHM

Tire traction

Tire traction can be reduced if you

drive on worn tires, tires that are

improperly inflated or on slippery

road surfaces. Tires should be

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.

G200900AUN

Tire maintenance

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.

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.

WARNING

A wheel that is not the correct

size may adversely affect wheel

and bearing life, braking and

stopping abilities, handling

characteristics, ground clear-

ance, body-to-tire clearance,

speedometer and odometer cal-

ibration, headlight aim and

bumper height.

Maintenance

427

G201000AUN

Tire sidewall labeling

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.

G201001AUN

1. Manufacturer or brand name

Manufacturer or Brand name is

shown.

G201002AHM

2. Tire size designation

A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire

size designation. You will need this

information when selecting replace-

ment tires for your vehicle. The fol-

lowing explains what the letters and

numbers in the tire size designation

mean.

Example tire size designation:

(These numbers are provided as an

example only; your tire size designa-

tor could vary depending on your

vehicle.)

P235/65R17 108T

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).

235 - Tire width in millimeters.

65 - Aspect ratio. The tire’s section

height as a percentage of its

width.

R - Tire construction code (Radial).

17 - Rim diameter in inches.

108 - Load Index, a numerical code

associated with the maximum

load the tire can carry.

T - Speed Rating Symbol. See the

speed rating chart in this section

for additional information.

Wheel 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.

Example wheel size designation:

7.0JX17

7.0 - Rim width in inches.

J - Rim contour designation.

17 - Rim diameter in inches.

I030B04JM

5,6

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Maintenance

Tire speed ratings

The chart below lists many of the dif-

ferent speed ratings currently being

used for passenger car tires. 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.

G201003AHM

3. Checking tire life (TIN : Tire

Identification Number)

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.

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.

For example:

DOT XXXX XXXX 1610 represents

that the tire was produced in the 16th

week of 2010.

WARNING - Tire age

Tires degrade over time, even

when they are not being used.

Regardless of the remaining

tread, we recommend that tires

be replaced after approximately

six (6) years of normal service.

Heat caused by hot climates or

frequent high loading condi-

tions can accelerate the aging

process. Failure to follow this

warning can result in sudden

tire failure, which could lead to

a loss of control and an acci-

dent involving serious injury or

death.

S 180 km/h (112 mph)

T 190 km/h (118 mph)

H 210 km/h (130 mph)

V 240 km/h (149 mph)

Z Above 240 km/h (149 mph)

Maximum Speed

Speed

Rating

Symbol

Maintenance

447

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4. Tire ply composition and material

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.

G201005AUN

5. Maximum permissible inflation

pressure

This number is the greatest amount

of air pressure that should be put in

the tire. Do not exceed the maximum

permissible inflation pressure. Refer

to the Tire and Loading Information

label for recommended inflation

pressure.

G201006AUN

6. Maximum load rating

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.

G2010007AEN-EC

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:

TREADWEAR 200

TRACTION AA

TEMPERATURE A

Tread wear

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 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.

These grades are molded on the

side-walls of passenger vehicle tires.

The tires available as standard or

optional equipment on your vehicle

may vary with respect to grade.

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Maintenance

Traction - AA, A, B & C

The traction grades, from highest to

lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those

grades represent the tire’s 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.

Temperature -A, B & C

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.

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. Grades B and A

represent higher levels of perform-

ance on the laboratory test wheel

than the minimum required by law.

WARNING - Tire

temperature

The temperature grade for this

tire is established for a tire that

is properly inflated and not

overloaded. Excessive speed,

underinflation, or excessive

loading, either separately or in

combination, can cause heat

build-up and possible sudden

tire failure. This can cause loss

of vehicle control and serious

injury or death.

WARNING

The traction grade assigned to

this tire is based on straight-

ahead braking traction tests,

and does not include accelera-

tion, cornering, hydroplaning,

or peak traction characteristics.

Maintenance

467

G201100AAM-EC

Tire terminology and definitions

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).

Accessory Weight: This means the

combined weight of optional acces-

sories. Some examples of optional

accessories are, automatic

transaxle, power seats, and air con-

ditioning.

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.

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.

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.

DOT Markings: 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.

GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight

Rating for the Front Axle.

GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight

Rating for the Rear axle.

Intended Outboard Sidewall: The

side of an asymmetrical tire, that

must always face outward when

mounted on a vehicle.

Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for

air pressure.

Load Index: An assigned number

ranging from 1 to 279 that corre-

sponds to the load carrying capacity

of a tire.

Maximum Inflation Pressure: The

maximum air pressure to which a

cold tire may be inflated. The maxi-

mum air pressure is molded onto the

sidewall.

Maximum Load Rating: The load

rating for a tire at the maximum per-

missible inflation pressure for that

tire.

Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight:

The sum of curb weight; accessory

weight; vehicle capacity weight; and

production options weight.

Normal Occupant Weight: The

number of occupants a vehicle is

designed to seat multiplied by 68 kg

(150 pounds).

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Maintenance

Occupant Distribution: Designated

seating positions.

Outward Facing Sidewall: The side

of a asymmetrical tire that has a par-

ticular side that faces outward when

mounted on a vehicle. The outward

facing sidewall bears white lettering

or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or

model name molding that is higher or

deeper than the same moldings on

the inner facing sidewall.

Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire

used on passenger cars and some

light duty trucks and multipurpose

vehicles.

Recommended Inflation Pressure:

Vehicle manufacturer's recommend-

ed tire inflation pressure and shown

on the tire placard.

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.

Rim: A metal support for a tire and

upon which the tire beads are seat-

ed.

Sidewall: The portion of a tire

between the tread and the bead.

Speed Rating: An alphanumeric

code assigned to a tire indicating the

maximum speed at which a tire can

operate.

Traction: The friction between the

tire and the road surface. The

amount of grip provided.

Tread: The portion of a tire that

comes into contact with the road.

Treadwear Indicators: Narrow

bands, sometimes called "wear

bars," that show across the tread of a

tire when only 2/32 inch of tread

remains.

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

using government testing proce-

dures. The ratings are molded into

the sidewall of the tire.

Vehicle Capacity Weight: The num-

ber of designated seating positions

multiplied by 68 kg (150 lbs.) plus the

rated cargo and luggage load.

Vehicle Maximum Load on the

Tire: Load on an individual tire due to

curb and accessory weight plus

maximum occupant and cargo

weight.

Vehicle Normal Load on the Tire:

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.

Vehicle Placard: A label permanent-

ly attached to a vehicle showing the

original equipment tire size and rec-

ommended inflation pressure.

Maintenance

487

All season tires

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.

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.

Snow tires

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.

Snow tires should carry 28 kPa (4 psi

) more air pressure than the pressure

recommended for the standard tires

on the tire label on the driver's side of

the center pillar, or up to the maxi-

mum pressure shown on the tire

sidewall, whichever is less.

Do not drive faster than 120 km/h (75

mph) when your vehicle is equipped

with snow tires.

Radial-ply tires

Radial-ply tires provide improved

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 selected

to complement the ride and handling

characteristics of your vehicle.

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.

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.

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Maintenance

FUSES

G210000AAM

A vehicle’s electrical system is protected

from electrical overload damage by

fuses.

This vehicle has 2 fuse panels, one locat-

ed in the driver’s side panel bolster, the

other in the engine compartment near

the battery.

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.

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.

If the replacement fuse blows, this indi-

cates an electrical problem. Avoid using

the system involved and immediately

consult an authorized KIA dealer.

Three kinds of fuses are used: blade type

for lower amperage rating, cartridge type,

and multi fuse for higher amperage rat-

ings.

WARNING - Fuse replace-

ment

• Never replace a fuse with any-

thing but another fuse of the

same rating.

• A higher capacity fuse could

cause damage and possibly a

fire.

• Never install a wire or aluminum

instead of the proper fuse - even

as a temporary repair. It may cause

extensive wiring damage and a

possible fire.

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.

OBK079042

Normal

Blade type

Cartridge type

Multi fuse

Blown

Normal Blown

Maintenance

507

G210100AAM

Inner panel fuse replacement

1. Turn the ignition switch and all other

switches off.

2. Open the fuse panel cover.

3. Pull the suspected fuse straight out.

Use the removal tool provided on the

engine compartment fuse panel cover.

4. Check the removed fuse; replace it if it

is blown.

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.

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.

If the headlights or other electrical com-

ponents 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.

OXM079021OXM079020

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Maintenance

G210101AHM-C1

Memory fuse

Your vehicle is equipped with a memory

fuse to prevent battery discharge if your

vehicle is parked without being operated

for prolonged periods. Use the following

procedures 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 out the memory fuse.

✽✽

NOTICE

• If the memory fuse is pulled out 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.

• Even though the memory fuse is

pulled out, the battery can still be dis-

charged by operation of the head-

lights or other electrical devices.

G210200AHM

Engine compartment fuse

replacement

1. Turn the ignition switch and all other

switches off.

2. Remove the fuse panel cover by

pressing the tab and pulling the cover

up.

OXM079022 OXM079023

Maintenance

527

3. Check the removed fuse; replace it if it

is blown. To remove or insert the fuse,

use the fuse puller in the engine com-

partment 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.

G210201AAM

Multi fuse

If the multi fuse is blown, it must be

removed as follows:

1. Turn off the engine.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

3. Remove the fuse panel on the right

side in the engine compartment.

4. Remove the nuts shown in the picture

above.

5. Replace the fuse with a new one of the

same rating.

6. Reinstall in the reverse order of

removal.

✽✽

NOTICE

If the multi fuse is blown, consult an

authorized KIA dealer.

CAUTION

After checking the fuse panel in the

engine compartment, securely

install the fuse panel cover. If not,

electrical failures may occur from

water contact.

OXM079025

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Maintenance

✽✽

NOTICE

Not all fuse panel descriptions in this

manual may be applicable to your vehi-

cle. It is accurate at the time of printing.

When you inspect the fuse panel in your

vehicle, refer to the fuse panel label.

G210300AAM-EU

Fuse/relay panel description

Inside the fuse/relay panel covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity.

Inner fuse panel

Engine compartment fuse panel

OXM079026/OXM079027

Maintenance

547

Inner fuse panel

Description Fuse rating Protected component

MODULE 2 10A

Instrument Cluster (IND./MICOM), Tire Pressure Monitoring Module, Audio, Multifunction Switch (Remocon),

Rear Parking Assist Buzzer ICM Relay Box (DBC Relay), ESC Off Switch, DBC Switch, Steering Angle

Sensor, Alternator, Smart Key Control Module A/V & Navigation Head Unit, Rear Monitor, IPM (BCM IG1)

MODULE 1 10A

Smart Key Control Module, Rear Parking Assist Control Module E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Fuse - B/UP LP,

ABS, ECU 2), PDM, 4WD ECM

RPAS 7.5A Rear Parking Assist Switch

A/BAG IND 10A Instrument Cluster (IND.), PODS Module, Digital Clock

A/BAG 15A SRS Control Module

START 7.5A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Relay - Start, Sub Start, Burglar Alarm), PDM

WIPER RR 15A

ICM Relay Box (Rear Wiper Relay), Rear Wiper Motor

Rear Wiper Switch, Rear Washer Switch

WIPER FRT 25A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Wiper (Low) Relay), Front Wiper Motor, Multifunction Switch (Wiper)

AUDIO 2 7.5A

AMP, Power Outside Mirror Switch, Smart Key Control Module, PDM, Audio, A/V & Navigation Head

Unit, Digital Clock, IPM (BCM ACC), DVD Player Can, Rear Monitor

P/OUTLET RR 15A Rear Power Outlet

P/OUTLET FRT 25A Driver/Passenger Power Outlet

MODULE 3 7.5A Not Used

A/CON 7.5A

Front A/C Control Module, Active Incar Sensor, Cluster Ionize, PDM, ICM Relay Box (Front Seat Warmer

Relay, Rear A/C Relay) E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Blower Relay), Sunroof Motor, Electro Chromic Mirror,

IPM (BCM IG2)

AMP 30A AMP

DRL 7.5A Ground (GE01)

A/CON MANU 7.5A PCM, Front Blower Resistor, Front A/C Control Module

A/CON AUTO 7.5A Front A/C Control Module

7 55

Maintenance

Description Fuse rating Protected component

B/A HORN 10A Burglar Alarm Horn Relay

A/CON REAR 20A ICM Relay Box (Rear A/C Relay)

P/WDW LH 25A

Driver Power Window Relay, Power Window Main Switch, Rear Power Window Switch LH, Driver Safety

Power Window Module

P/WDW RH 25A

Passenger Power Window Relay, Power Window Main Switch

Passenger Power Window Switch, Rear Power Window Switch RH

MODULE 15A Audio, A/V & Navigation Head Unit, RF Receiver, IPM (BCM B+), Rear Monitor

ROOM LP 10A

Instrument Cluster (IND.), Digital Clock, Front A/C Control Module Data Link Connector, Door Warning

Switch, Personal Room Lamp Room Lamp Auto Cut Relay, Overhead Console (MAP Lamp) Room

Lamp, Cargo Lamp, Driver/Passenger Vanity Lamp Electro Chromic Mirror

DOOR LP 10A Driver/Passenger Door Scuff Lamp, DVD Player Can

DR LOCK 20A

Door Lock/Unlock Relay, ICM Relay Box (Two Turn Unlock Relay)

Driver/Passenger Door Lock Actuator, Rear Door Lock Actuator LH/RH

PDM 20A PDM

SUNROOF 20A Sunroof Motor

SMART KEY 10A PDM, Smart Key Control Module, Start Stop Button Switch, FOB Holder, Key Solenoid

S/HTR FRT 20A ICM Relay Box (Front Seat Warmer Relay)

P/SEAT DRV 30A Driver Power Seat Switch, Driver Lumbar Support Switch

P/SEAT PASS 20A Passenger Power Seat Switch

HTD STRG 15A Steering wheel heater

4WD 10A 4WD ECM, Sport Mode Switch

HAZARD 15A IPM (Flasher Unit)

F/LID 15A Tail Gate Relay, Tail Gate Actuator, Fuel Filler Door Switch

MODULE4 10A TPMS, O/S Mirror Switch, Power Window Switch

HTD MIRR 10A Driver/Passenger Power Outside Mirror, Front A/C Control Module

POWER CONNECTOR FUSE - MODULE, ROOM LP, DOOR LP

Maintenance

567

Engine compartment fuse panel

Description Fuse rating Protected component

ALT 175A Alternator

MULTI

FUSE

I/P B+2 60A IPM (Fuse - S/HTR FRT, P/SEAT, Power Connector - MODULE, ROOM LP DOOR LP)

BLOWER 40A Blower Relay

RR HTD 40A Rear Defogger Relay

ABS 1 40A ESC Control Module, Multipurpose Check Connector

ABS 2 40A ESC Control Module, Multipurpo se Check Connector

I/P B+3 60A IPM (Fuse - HAZARD, TPMS, F/LID)

I/P B+1 60A IPM (Fuse - DR LOCK, SUNROOF, 4WD, PDM, SMART KEY)

FUSE

IGN 2 40A Start Relay, W/O Smart Key - Ignition Switch, With Smart Key - PDM Relay Box (IGN2 Relay)

TRAILER 30A Trailer Power Outlet

IGN 1 30A W/O Smart Key - Ignition Switch, With Smart Key - PDM Relay Box (IGN1 Relay)

HORN 15A Horn Relay

STOP LP 15A Stop Lamp Switch, ICM Relay Box (DBC Relay)

B+ SENSOR 15A Battery Sensor

DEICER 15A Front Wiper Deicer Relay

C/FAN 50A Cooling Fan Relay Low/High

I/P B+4 50A IPM (Fuse - P/WDW LH, P/WDW RH, B/A HORN, A/CON REAR, AMP)

ECU 2 7.5A Sub Start Relay, PCM, Transaxle Range Switch, Alternator (G6DC)

ABS 7.5A ESC Control Module, Multipurpose Check Connector, Stop Lamp Switch (G4KE)

B/UP LP 7.5A Back-Up Lamp Relay (A/T), Back-Up Lamp Switch (M/T)

7 57

Maintenance

Description Fuse rating Protected component

EMS

BOX

ECU 30A Engine Control Relay

ECU 3 20A

G4KE - Ignition Coil #1/2/3/4, Condenser

G6DC - Ignition Coil #1/2/3/4/5/6, Condenser #1/2

SENSOR 1 10A

G4KE - Variable Intake Manifold Valve, Crankshaft Position Sensor, Immobilizer Module, Camshaft

Position Sensor #1/2, Oil Control Valve #1/2, Canister Purge Control Solenoid Valve,

Canister Close Valve, Cooling Fan (Low) Relay

G6DC - Variable Intake Manifold Valve #1/2, Immobilizer Module, Canister Purge Control Solenoid

Valve, Oil Control Valve #1/2 (Exhaust), Oil Control Valve #1/2 (Intake), Canister Close

Valve

SENSOR 2 10A G6DC - Cooling Fan (Low) Relay, Stop Lamp Switch

SENSOR 3 10A

G4KE - Injector #1/2/3/4, A/C Relay

G6DC - PCM, Injector #1/2/3/4/5/6, A/C Relay

SENSOR 4 15A

G4KE - Oxygen Sensor Up/Down, Fuel Pump Relay

G6DC - PCM, Oxygen Sensor #1/2/3/4, Fuel Pump Relay, Variable Charge Motion Actuator

ECU 1 15A PCM

A/CON 10A A/C Relay

F/PUMP 15A Fuel Pump Relay

Maintenance

587

APPEARANCE CARE

Exterior care

G230101AUN

Exterior general caution

It is very important to follow the label

directions when using any chemical

cleaner or polish. Read all warning and

caution statements that appear on the

label.

G230102BUN

Finish maintenance

Washing

To help protect your vehicle’s finish from

rust and deterioration, wash it thoroughly

and frequently at least once a month with

lukewarm or cold water.

If you use your vehicle for off-road driv-

ing, 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 materials. 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.

CAUTION

• Do not use strong soap, chemical

detergents or hot water, and do

not wash the vehicle in direct

sunlight or when the body of the

vehicle is warm.

• Be careful when washing the side

windows of your vehicle.

Especailly, with high-pressure

water. Water may leak through the

windows and wet the interior.

• To prevent damage to the plastic

parts and lamps, do not clean

with chemical solvents or strong

detergents.

WARNING - Wet brakes

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 for-

ward speed.

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Maintenance

Waxing

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 maintain its luster.

Removing oil, tar, and similar materials

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 waxing.

G230103AUN

Finish damage repair

Deep scratches or stone chips in the

painted surface must be repaired

promptly. Exposed metal will quickly rust

and may develop into a major repair

expense.

✽✽

NOTICE

If your vehicle is damaged and requires

any metal repair or replacement, be sure

the body shop applies anti-corrosion

materials to the parts repaired or

replaced.

G230104AUN

Bright-metal maintenance

• To remove road tar and insects, 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 preservative and rub to

a high luster.

• During winter weather or in coastal

areas, cover the bright metal parts with

a heavier coating of wax or preserva-

tive. If necessary, coat the parts with

non-corrosive petroleum jelly or other

protective compound.

CAUTION

• Water washing in the engine com-

partment including high pressure

water washing may cause the fail-

ure of electrical circuits located in

the engine compartment.

• Never allow water or other liquids

to come in contact with electri-

cal/electronic components inside

the vehicle as this may damage

them.

CAUTION

• Wiping dust or dirt off the body

with a dry cloth will scratch the

finish.

• Do not use steel wool, abrasive

cleaners, acid detergents or

strong detergents containing

high alkaline or caustic agents on

chrome-plated or anodized alu-

minum parts. This may result in

damage to the protective coating

and cause discoloration or paint

deterioration.

OJB037800

Maintenance

607

G230105ASA

Underbody maintenance

Corrosive materials used for ice and

snow removal and dust control may col-

lect on the underbody. If these materials

are not removed, accelerated rusting can

occur on underbody parts such as the

fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust

system, even though they have been

treated with rust protection.

Thoroughly flush the vehicle underbody

and wheel openings with lukewarm or

cold water once a month, after off-road

driving and at the end of each winter. Pay

special attention to these areas because

it is difficult to see all the mud and dirt. It

will do more harm than good to wet down

the road grime without removing it. The

lower edges of the doors, rocker panels,

and frame members have drain holes

that should not be allowed to clog with

dirt; trapped water in these areas can

cause rusting.

G230106AAM

Aluminum wheel maintenance

The aluminum wheels are coated with a

clear protective finish.

• Do not use any abrasive cleaner, pol-

ishing compound, solvent, or wire

brushes on aluminum wheels. They

may scratch or damage the finish.

• Use only mild soap or neutral deter-

gent, and rinse thoroughly with water.

Also, be sure to clean the wheels after

driving on salted roads. This helps pre-

vent corrosion.

• Avoid washing the wheels with high-

speed car wash brushes.

• Do not use any cleaners containing

acid or acid detergents. It may damage

and corrode the aluminum wheels

coated with a clear protective finish.

WARNING

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 for-

ward speed.

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Maintenance

G230107AHM

Corrosion protection

Protecting your vehicle from corrosion

By using the most advanced design and

construction practices to combat corro-

sion, 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.

Common causes of corrosion

The most common causes of corrosion

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, abrasion or minor

scrapes and dents which leave unpro-

tected metal exposed to corrosion.

High-corrosion areas

If you live in an area where your vehicle

is regularly exposed to corrosive materi-

als, corrosion protection is particularly

important. Some of the common causes

of accelerated corrosion are road salts,

dust control chemicals, ocean air and

industrial pollution.

Moisture breeds corrosion

Moisture creates the conditions in which

corrosion is most likely to occur. For

example, corrosion is accelerated by

high humidity, particularly when tempera-

tures are just above freezing. In such

conditions, the corrosive material is kept

in contact with the vehicle’s surface by

moisture that evaporate slowly.

Mud is particularly corrosive because it

dries slowly and holds moisture in con-

tact with the vehicle. Although the mud

appears to be dry, it can still retain the

moisture and promote corrosion.

High temperatures can also accelerate

corrosion of parts that are not properly

ventilated so the moisture can be dis-

persed. For all these reasons, it is partic-

ularly important to keep your vehicle

clean and free of mud or accumulations

of other materials. This applies not only

to the visible surfaces but particularly to

the underside of the vehicle.

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To help prevent corrosion

You can help prevent corrosion from get-

ting started by observing the following:

Keep your vehicle clean

The best way to prevent corrosion is to

keep your vehicle clean and free of cor-

rosive materials. Attention to the under-

side of the vehicle is particularly impor-

tant.

• If you live in a high-corrosion area —

where road salts are used, near the

ocean, areas with industrial pollution,

acid rain, etc.—, you should take extra

care to prevent corrosion. In winter,

hose off the underside of your vehicle

at least once a month and be sure to

clean the underside thoroughly when

winter is over.

• When cleaning underneath the vehicle,

give particular attention to the compo-

nents under the fenders and other

areas that are hidden from view. Do a

thorough job; just dampening the accu-

mulated mud rather than washing it

away will accelerate corrosion rather

than prevent it. Water under high pres-

sure and steam are particularly effec-

tive in removing accumulated mud and

corrosive materials.

• When cleaning lower door panels,

rocker panels and frame members, be

sure that drain holes are kept open so

that moisture can escape and not be

trapped inside to accelerate corrosion.

Keep your garage dry

Don't park your vehicle in a damp, poorly

ventilated garage. This creates a favor-

able environment for corrosion. This is

particularly true if you wash your vehicle

in the garage or drive it into the garage

when it is still wet or covered with snow,

ice or mud. Even a heated garage can

contribute to corrosion unless it is well

ventilated so moisture is dispersed.

Keep paint and trim in good condition

Scratches or chips in the finish should be

covered with "touch-up" paint as soon as

possible to reduce the possibility of cor-

rosion. If bare metal is showing through,

the attention of a qualified body and paint

shop is recommended.

Bird droppings : Bird droppings are high-

ly corrosive and may damage painted

surfaces in just a few hours. Always

remove bird droppings as soon as possi-

ble.

Don't neglect the interior

Moisture can collect under the floor mats

and carpeting and cause corrosion.

Check under the mats periodically to be

sure the carpeting is dry. Use particular

care if you carry fertilizers, cleaning

materials or chemicals in the vehicle.

These should be carried only in proper

containers and any spills or leaks should

be cleaned up, flushed with clean water

and thoroughly dried.

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Interior care

G230201BHM

Interior general precautions

Prevent caustic solutions, such as per-

fumes or cosmetic oils, from coming into

contact with the dashboard because they

may cause damage or discoloration. If

they do come in contact with the dash-

board, wipe off immediately. If necessary,

use a vinyl cleaner, see product instruc-

tions for correct usage.

G230202AUN

Cleaning the upholstery and interior

trim

Vinyl

Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl

with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.

Clean vinyl surfaces with a vinyl cleaner.

Fabric

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 properties

can be reduced if the material is not

properly maintained.

G230203AUN

Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt web-

bing

Clean the belt webbing with any mild

soap solution recommended for cleaning

upholstery or carpet. Follow the instruc-

tions provided with the soap. Do not

bleach or re-dye the webbing because

this may weaken it.

G230204AHM

Cleaning the interior window glass

If the interior glass surfaces of the vehi-

cle become fogged (that is, covered with

an oily, greasy or waxy film), they should

be cleaned with a glass cleaner. Follow

the directions on the glass cleaner con-

tainer.

CAUTION

Never allow water or other liquids to

come in contact with electrical/elec-

tronic components inside the vehi-

cle as this may damage them.

CAUTION

Using anything but recommended

cleaners and procedures may affect

the fabric’s appearance and fire-

resistant properties.

CAUTION

When cleaning leather products

(steering wheel, seats etc.), use

neutral detergents or low alcohol

content solutions. If you use high

alcohol content solutions or

acid/alkaline detergents, the color

of the leather may fade or the sur-

face may get stripped off.

CAUTION

Do not scrape or scratch the inside

of the rear window. This may result

in damage of the rear window

defroster grid.

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

G270000AHM-EU

The emission control system of your

vehicle is covered by a written limited

warranty. Please see the warranty infor-

mation contained in the Warranty &

Maintenance booklet in your vehicle.

Your vehicle is equipped with an emis-

sion control system to meet all applicable

emission regulations.

There are three emission control sys-

tems, as follows.

(1) Crankcase emission control system

(2) Evaporative emission control system

(3) Exhaust emission control system

In order to assure the proper function of

the emission control systems, it is rec-

ommended that you have your vehicle

inspected and maintained by an author-

ized KIA dealer in accordance with the

maintenance schedule in this manual.

Caution for the Inspection and

Maintenance Test (With Electronic

Stability Control (ESC) system)

• To prevent the vehicle from misfir-

ing during dynamometer testing,

turn the Electronic Stability Control

(ESC) system off by pressing the

ESC switch.

• After dynamometer testing is com-

pleted, turn the ESC system back on

by pressing the ESC switch again.

G270100AUN

1. Crankcase emission control

system

The positive crankcase ventilation sys-

tem 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.

G270200AUN

2. Evaporative emission control

(including ORVR: Onboard

Refueling Vapor Recovery)

system

The Evaporative Emission Control

System is designed to prevent fuel

vapors from escaping into the atmos-

phere.

(The ORVR system is designed to allow

the vapors from the fuel tank to be

loaded into a canister while refueling at

the gas station, preventing the escape of

fuel vapors into the atmosphere.)

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Canister

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 solenoid valve.

G270202AHM

Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV)

The purge control solenoid valve is con-

trolled by the Engine Control Module

(ECM); when the engine coolant temper-

ature is low during idling, the PCSV clos-

es so that evaporated 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.

G270300AUN

3. Exhaust emission control

system

The Exhaust Emission Control System is

a highly effective system which controls

exhaust emissions while maintaining

good vehicle performance.

G270301AUN

Vehicle modifications

This vehicle should not be modified.

Modification of your vehicle could affect

its performance, safety or durability and

may even violate governmental safety

and emissions regulations.

In addition, damage or performance

problems resulting from any modification

may not be covered under warranty.

G270302AUN-EC

Engine exhaust gas precautions

(carbon monoxide)

• Carbon monoxide can be present with

other exhaust fumes. Therefore, if you

smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside

your vehicle, have it inspected and

repaired immediately. If you ever sus-

pect exhaust fumes are coming into

your vehicle, drive it only with all the

windows fully open. Have your vehicle

checked and repaired immediately.

WARNING - Exhaust

Engine exhaust gases contain car-

bon monoxide (CO). Though color-

less and odorless, it is dangerous

and could be lethal if inhaled.

Follow the instructions on this

page to avoid CO poisoning.

• Do not operate the engine in confined

or closed areas (such as garages) any

more than what is necessary to move

the vehicle in or out of the area.

• 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.

• Never sit in a parked or stopped vehi-

cle 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.

G270303AAM

Operating precautions for catalytic

converters (if equipped)

Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic

converter emission control device.

Therefore, the following precautions

must be observed:

• Use only UNLEADED FUEL for gaso-

line engines.

• Do not operate the vehicle when there

are signs of engine malfunction, such

as misfire or a noticeable loss of per-

formance.

• 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 control sys-

tem. All inspections and adjustments

must be made by an authorized KIA

dealer.

• Avoid driving with a extremely low fuel

level. Running out of fuel could cause

the engine to misfire, damaging the

catalytic converter.

Failure to observe these precautions

could result in damage to the catalytic

converter and to your vehicle.

Additionally, such actions could void your

warranties.

WARNING - Fire

• A hot exhaust system can ignite

flammable items under your vehi-

cle. Do not park, idle or drive the

vehicle over or near flammable

objects, such as grass, vegeta-

tion, paper, leaves, etc.

• The exhaust system and catalytic

system are very hot while the

engine is running or immediately

after the engine is turned off.

Keep away from the exhaust sys-

tem and catalytic, you may get

burned.

Also, do not remove the heat sink

around the exhaust system, do

not seal the bottom of the vehicle

or do not coat the vehicle for cor-

rosion control. It may present a

fire risk under certain conditions.

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Maintenance for Your Kia Sorento SUV Second Generation (2011-2015)

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