Get Maintenance Guide for Kia Sportage SUV Fifth Generation (2022-2026)

Maintenance

Engine compartment

Maintenance

Engine compartment

Smartstream G2.5 GDi

ONQ5061001L

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

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Engine coolant reservoir

Brake fluid reservoir

Air cleaner

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Engine oil filler cap

Engine oil dipstick

Windshield washer fluid reservoir

Fuse box

Negative battery terminal

Positive battery terminal

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Maintenance

Maintenance services

Have your vehicle maintained and

Maintenance services

repaired by an authorized Kia dealer.

Authorized Kia dealers meet Kia's high

service quality standards and receive

technical support from Kia in order to

provide you with a high level of service

satisfaction.

You should exercise the utmost care to

prevent damage to your vehicle and

injury to yourself whenever performing

any maintenance or inspection proce

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dures.

Should you have any doubts concerning

the inspection or servicing of your vehi

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Owner maintenance precautions

cle, have an authorized Kia dealer per

form this work.

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Improper or incomplete service may

result in problems. This section gives

instructions only for the maintenance

items that are easy to perform.

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.

As explained earlier in this section, sev

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eral procedures can be done only by an

authorized Kia dealer with special tools.

Inadequate, incomplete or insufficient

servicing may result in operational prob

lems with your vehicle that could lead to

vehicle damage, an accident, or personal

injury.

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NOTICE

Improper owner maintenance during the

warranty period may affect warranty

coverage. For details, read the separate

Warranty & Consumer Information man

ual provided with the vehicle. If you're

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Owner's responsibility

NOTICE

unsure about any servicing or mainte

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nance procedure, have it done by an

authorized Kia dealer.

Maintenance Service and Record Reten

tion are the owner's responsibility.

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You should retain documents that show

proper maintenance has been per

WARNING

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formed on your vehicle in accordance

with the scheduled maintenance service

charts shown on the following pages.

You need this information to establish

your compliance with the servicing and

Maintenance work

Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing

while working under the hood of your

vehicle with the engine running. These

items can become entangled in moving

parts, if you must run the engine while

working under the hood, make certain

that you remove all jewelry (especially

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maintenance requirements of your vehi

cle warranties.

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Detailed warranty information is pro

vided in your Warranty & Consumer

Information manual.

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rings, bracelets, watches, and necklaces)

and all neckties, scarves, and similar

loose clothing before getting near cool

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Repairs and adjustments required as a

result of improper maintenance or a lack

ing fans.

of required maintenance are not cov

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ered.

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Maintenance

Owner maintenance

WARNING

The following lists are vehicle checks

and inspections that should be per

formed by the owner or an authorized

Kia dealer at the frequencies indicated

to help ensure safe, dependable opera

tion of your vehicle.

Touching metal parts

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Do not touch metal parts (including strut

bars) while the vehicle is operating or

hot. Doing so could result in serious

bodily injury. Turn the vehicle off and

wait until the metal parts cool down to

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Any adverse conditions should be

brought to the attention of your dealer

as soon as possible.

perform maintenance work on the vehi

cle.

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These owner maintenance checks are

generally not covered by warranties and

you may be charged for labor, parts and

lubricants used.

Owner maintenance schedule

When you stop for fuel:

僅 Check the coolant level in coolant res

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ervoir.

僅 Check the windshield washer fluid

level.

僅 Look for low or under-inflated tires.

僅 Check if the front of the radiator and

condenser are clean and not blocked

with leaves, dirt or insects etc. If any

of the above parts are extremely dirty

or you are not sure of their condition,

take your vehicle to an authorized Kia

dealer.

WARNING

Hot coolant

Be careful when checking your

engine coolant level when the

engine is hot. Scalding hot cool

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ant and steam may blow out

under pressure.

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Maintenance

Owner maintenance

While operating your vehicle:

At least once every 6 months:

僅 Note any changes in the sound of the

exhaust or any smell of exhaust

fumes in the vehicle.

僅 Check the radiator, heater and air

conditioning hoses for leaks or dam

age.

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僅 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.

僅 Check the windshield washer spray

and wiper operation. Clean the wiper

blades with clean cloth dampened

with washer fluid.

僅 Check the headlamp alignment.

僅 Notice if your vehicle constantly turns

slightly or "pulls" to one side when

traveling on smooth, level road.

僅 Check the muffler, exhaust pipes,

shields and clamps.

僅 Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear

and function.

僅 When stopping, listen and check for

unusual sounds, pulling to one side,

increased brake pedal travel or "hard-

to-push" brake pedal.

At least once a year:

僅 Clean the body and door drain holes.

僅 If any slipping or changes in the oper

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僅 Lubricate the door hinges and check

the hood hinges.

ation of your transmission occurs,

take your vehicle to an authorized Kia

dealer.

僅 Lubricate the door and hood locks

and latches.

僅 Check the transmission P (Park) func

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tion.

僅 Lubricate the door rubber weather

strips.

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僅 Check the parking brake.

僅 Check the air conditioning system.

僅 Check for fluid leaks under your vehi

cle (water dripping from the air condi

tioning system during or after use is

normal).

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僅 Inspect and lubricate transmission

linkage and controls.

僅 Clean the battery and terminals.

僅 Check the brake fluid level.

At least monthly:

僅 Visually inspect steering, suspension,

and chassis components for dam

aged, loose, or missing parts or signs

of wear.

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僅 Check the coolant level in the coolant

reservoir.

僅 Check the operation of all exterior

lights, including the stoplights, turn

signals and hazard warning flashers.

僅 Check the inflation pressures of all

tires including the spare (if provided)

for tires that are worn, show uneven

wear, or are damaged.

僅 Check for loose wheel lug nuts.

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Maintenance

Scheduled maintenance service

Scheduled maintenance ser

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NOTICE

vice

The vehicle may be equipped with the

Oil Life Management System that pre

dicts engine oil life based on the driver’s

driving history and alerts the driver to

change engine oil.

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Scheduled maintenance service

precaution

Follow the Normal Maintenance Sched

ule if the vehicle is usually operated

where none of the following conditions

apply. If any of the following conditions

apply, follow the Maintenance Under

Severe Usage Conditions.

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僅 If the deterioration of the engine oil

increases depending on the driver’s

driving severity, the remaining oil life

alert appears on the instrument clus

ter before the normal engine oil

replacement interval. We recommend

that the engine oil and filter be

changed by an authorized Kia dealer.

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僅 Repeated driving short distance of

less than 8 km (5 miles) in normal

temperature or less than 16 km (10

miles) in freezing temperature

僅 Oil Life Management System when

the recommended engine oil is used.

So, if recommended engine oil is not

used, replace the engine oil according

to the maintenance schedule under

severe usage condition.

僅 Extensive engine idling or low speed

driving for long distances

僅 Driving on rough, dusty, muddy,

unpaved, graveled or salt-spread

roads

僅 Driving in areas using salt or other

corrosive materials or in very cold

weather

Also, check the amount of engine oil

regularly as this system assumes that

the engine oil is being filled normally.

僅 Driving in heavy dust condition

僅 Driving in heavy traffic area

僅 Always reset the remaining engine oil

life whenever the engine oil is

changed. Otherwise, the Oil Life Man

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僅 Driving on uphill, downhill, or moun

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agement System may not be accu

rate.

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tain road repeatedly

僅 Using for towing or camping and driv

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僅 To reset the Oil Change Reminder,

select "RESET" from the infotainment

system screen. Then, select "Yes"

ing with loading on the roof

僅 Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other

commercial use of vehicle towing

when the message "Has the engine oil

been changed. Press [Yes] to reset

the oil life." appears on the screen.

僅 Frequently driving under high speed

or rapid acceleration/deceleration.

僅 Frequently driving in stop-and-go

condition

僅 If there is no alert until the maximum

maintenance interval, have your vehi

cle inspected by an authorized Kia

dealer

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If your vehicle operates under the fol

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lowing conditions, you should inspect,

replace or refill more frequently or follow

the 'Severe' Maintenance schedule. After

the periods or distance shown in the

chart, continue to follow the prescribed

maintenance intervals.

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Maintenance

Scheduled maintenance service

Normal maintenance schedule

The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission

control and performance. Keep receipts for all vehicle services to protect your war

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ranty. Where both mileage and date are shown, the frequency of service is deter

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mined by whichever occurs first.

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

R: Replace or change.

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

Miles×1,000

Km×1,000

12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144

16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96

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13 26 39 52 65 78 91 104 117 130 143 156

Rotate every 13,000km (8,000miles) or 12 months

Tire rotation

Fuel additives ^*1

Add every 13,000 km (8,000 miles) or 12 months

Engine oil and

engine oil filter ^*2

Smartstream G2.5 GDi

R

Climate control air filter

Air cleaner filter (Engine)

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R

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R

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R

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R

I

R

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R

Inspect every 13,000 km (8,000 miles) or 12 months,

Brake fluid

Replace every 78,000 km (48,000 miles) or 48 months

Replace every 156,000 km (96,000 miles)

Spark plugs

Smartstream G2.5 GDi

At first, replace at 195,000 km (120,000 miles) or 120 months

Coolant (Engine) ^*3

After that, replace every 39,000 km (24,000 miles) or 24 months

Air conditioner refrigerant

Air conditioner compressor

12V Battery condition

Vacuum hoses

Brake discs and pads

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Suspension ball joints

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

Exhaust system

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Drive shaft and boots

Propeller shaft (AWD)

Parking brake (Foot type)

Fuel tank and fuel cap

Fuel tank air filter

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I

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I

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I

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I

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I

Fuel lines, hoses and connections

Cooling system

I

Drive belts (Engine) ^*4

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Differential oil (rear) (AWD) ^*5

Transfer case oil (AWD) ^*6

Inspect every 65,000 km (40,000 miles) or 48 months

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Maintenance

Scheduled maintenance service

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144

16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96

Months

Miles×1,000

Km×1,000

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13 26 39 52 65 78 91 104 117 130 143 156

No service required

Automatic trans

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Smartstream G2.5 GDi

mission (AT) fluid^*

*1. Fuel additives

*4. Drive belts (Engine)

If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not

Inspect alternator, water pump and air

conditioner drive belt and if necessary,

available, one bottle of additive is rec

ommended. Additives are available from

your authorized Kia dealer along with

information on how to use them. Do not

mix other additives.

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repair or replace. Inspect drive belt ten

sioner, idler and alternator pulley and if

necessary correct or replace.

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*5. Differential oil (rear) (AWD)

*2. Engine oil and engine oil filter

If the vehicle has been submerged in

water or in a flooded area, the fluids

should be changed as a precaution.

As it is normal for engine oil to be con

sumed during driving, the engine oil

level should be checked on regular

basis.

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*6. Transfer case oil (AWD)

The engine oil change interval for nor

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If the vehicle has been submerged in

water or in a flooded area, the fluids

should be changed as a precaution.

mal operating conditions is based on the

use of the recommended engine specifi

cation. If the recommended engine oil

specification is not used, then replace

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*. Transmission fluid

the engine oil according to the mainte

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nance schedule under severe operating

conditions.

If the vehicle has been submerged in

water or in a flooded area, the fluids

should be changed as a precaution.

Never add any additives to the engine

oil. Engine oil additives can change the

properties of engine oil and may cause

serious engine failure.

Fuel filter (Gasoline engine)

The fuel filter is considered to be main

tenance free but periodic inspection is

recommended for this maintenance

schedule depends on fuel quality.

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*3. Coolant (Engine)

When adding coolant, use only deion

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ized water or soft water for your vehicle

and never mix hard water in the coolant

filled at the factory. An improper coolant

mixture can result in serious malfunction

or engine damage.

僅 If there are some important safety

matters like fuel flow restriction, surg

ing, loss of power, hard starting prob

lem etc, replace the fuel filter

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immediately regardless of mainte

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nance schedule and consult an autho

rized Kia dealer for details.

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Maintenance

Scheduled maintenance service

Maintenance under severe usage conditions

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

R: Replace or change.

Maintenance

operation

Maintenance item

Maintenance intervals

Every 8,000 km (5,000

Driving condition

Engine oil and engine oil Smartstream G2.5

R

G,J,K

filter

GDi

miles) or 6 months

Smartstream G2.5

GDi

Spark plugs

R

More frequently

A, B, F, G, H, I, K

Air cleaner filter

R

More frequently

C, E

Climate control air filter

C, E, G

Every 91,000 km

(56,000 miles)

Automatic transmission Smartstream G2.5

(AT) fluid GDi

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A, C, F, G, H, I, J, K

Every 117,000 km (72,000

miles)

Differential oil (rear) (AWD)

Transfer case oil (AWD)

R

C, E, G, H, I, J

Every 117,000 km (72,000

miles)

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

Suspension ball joints

I

More frequently

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

C, D, E, G, H, I

Brake discs, pads and calipers

Parking brake (Foot type)

Drive shaft and boots

C, D, E, G, H, J, I, K

C, D, G, H

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

Propeller shaft (AWD)

Severe driving conditions

A: Repeatedly driving short distance of

I: Driving for patrol car, taxi, other com

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less than 8 km (5 miles) in normal tem

perature or less than 16 km (10 miles) in

freezing temperature.

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mercial use of vehicle towing.

J: Frequently driving under high speed

or rapid acceleration/deceleration

B: Extensive engine idling or low speed

driving for long distances.

K: Frequently driving in stop-and-go

conditions.

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C: Driving on rough, dusty, muddy,

unpaved, graveled or saltspread roads.

D: Driving in areas using salt or other

corrosive materials or in very cold

weather

E: Driving in heavy dust condition.

F: Driving in heavy traffic area.

G: Driving on uphill, downhill, or moun

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tain roads repeatedly.

H: Using for towing or camping and driv

ing with loading on the roof

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Maintenance

Explanation of scheduled maintenance items

tions replaced by an authorized Kia

dealer.

Explanation of scheduled

maintenance items

Fuel tank and fuel cap

Engine oil and filter

The fuel tank and fuel cap should be

inspected at those intervals specified in

the maintenance schedule. Make sure

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.

that a new fuel tank and fuel cap is cor

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rectly replaced.

Vacuum crankcase ventilation

hoses

Drive belts

Inspect the surface of hoses for evi

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Inspect all drive belts for evidence of

dence of heat and/or mechanical dam

age. Hard and brittle rubber, cracking,

tears, cuts, abrasions, and excessive

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cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil satu

ration and replace if necessary. Drive

belts should be checked periodically for

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swelling indicate deterioration. Particular

attention should be paid to examine

those hose surfaces nearest to high heat

sources, such as the exhaust manifold.

proper tension and adjusted as neces

sary.

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CAUTION

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

damage or mechanical wear. Inspect all

hose connections, such as clamps and

couplings, to make sure they are secure,

and that no leaks are present. Hoses

should be replaced immediately if there

When you are inspecting the belt, place

the ignition switch or ENGINE START/

STOP button in the LOCK/OFF or ACC

position.

Fuel filter

The fuel filter is considered to be main

tenance free but periodic inspection is

recommended for this maintenance

schedule depends on fuel quality.

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is any evidence of deterioration or dam

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age.

If there are some important safety mat

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Air cleaner filter

ters 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.

Have the air cleaner filter replaced by an

authorized Kia dealer.

Spark plugs

Make sure to install new spark plugs of

the correct heat range.

Fuel lines, fuel hoses and connec

tions

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When assembling parts, be sure to wipe

the inside and outside of the boot bot

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Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and con

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tom of the ignition coil and the insulator

nections for leakage and damage. Have

the fuel lines, fuel hoses and connec

of the spark plug with a soft cloth to pre

vent contamination of the spark plug

insulator.

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Maintenance

Explanation of scheduled maintenance items

Brake hoses and lines

WARNING

Visually check for proper installation,

chafing, cracks, deterioration and any

leakage. Replace any deteriorated or

damaged parts immediately.

Do not disconnect and inspect spark

plugs when the engine is hot. You may

burn yourself.

Parking brake

Cooling system

Inspect the parking brake system includ

ing the parking brake lever (or pedal)

and cables.

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Check the cooling system components,

such as the radiator, coolant reservoir,

hoses and connections for leakage and

damage. Replace any damaged parts.

Brake fluid

Coolant

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

The coolant should be changed at the

intervals specified in the maintenance

schedule.

brake fluid conforming to DOT 4 specifi

cation.

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Automatic transmission fluid

Automatic transmission fluid should not

Exhaust pipe and muffler

be checked under normal usage condi

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Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muf

fler and hangers for cracks, deteriora

tion, or damage. Start the engine and

listen carefully for any exhaust gas leak

age. Tighten connections or replace

parts as necessary.

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tions. Have the automatic transmission

fluid changed by an authorized Kia

dealer.

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NOTICE

Automatic transmission fluid color is

basically red.

Brake discs, pads and calipers

As the vehicle is driven, the automatic

transmission 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.

Check the pads for excessive wear, discs

for run out and wear, and calipers for

fluid leakage.

Suspension mounting bolts

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Check the suspension connections for

looseness or damage. Retighten to the

specified torque.

CAUTION

The use of a non-specified fluid could

result in transmission malfunction and

failure.

Steering gear box, linkage &

boots/lower arm ball joint

Use only specified automatic transmis

sion fluid. (Refer to "Recommended

lubricants and capacities" on page 9-6.)

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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.

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Maintenance

Engine oil

Drive shafts and boots

Engine oil

Check the drive shafts, boots and

clamps for cracks, deterioration, or dam

age. Replace any damaged parts and, if

necessary, repack the grease.

Checking the engine oil level

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Engine oil is used for lubricating, cooling,

and operating various hydraulic compo

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nents in the engine. Engine oil consump

tion while driving is normal, and it is

necessary to check and refill the engine

oil regularly. Also, check and refill the oil

level within the recommended mainte

Air conditioning refrigerant

Check the air conditioning lines and con

nections for leakage and damage.

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Propeller shaft (if equipped)

nance schedule to prevent deterioration

of oil performance.

Check the propeller shaft, boots, clamps,

rubber coupling and center bearing rub

ber for cracks, deterioration, or damage.

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Check the engine oil following the below

procedure.

Replace any damaged parts and if nec

essary, repack the grease.

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Smartstream G2.5 GDi

Checking fluid levels

When checking engine oil, engine cool

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ant, brake fluid, and washer fluid, always

be sure to clean the area around any

filler plug, drain plug, or dipstick before

checking or draining any lubricant or

fluid. This is especially important in

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1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.

dusty or sandy areas and when the vehi

cle is used on unpaved roads. Cleaning

the plug and dipstick areas will prevent

dirt and grit from entering the engine

and other mechanisms that could be

damaged.

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2. Start the engine and allow it to reach

normal operating temperature.

3. Turn the engine off, remove the oil

filler cap and pull the dipstick out.

Wait for 15 minutes for the oil to

return to the oil pan.

4. Wipe the dipstick clean and re-insert it

fully.

5. Pull the dipstick out again and check

the level. Check if the oil level is

between the F-L line, and if it is below

the L line, add enough oil to bring the

level to F line.

WARNING

Radiator hose

Be very careful not to touch the radiator

hose when checking or adding the

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Maintenance

Engine oil

engine oil as it may be hot enough to

burn you.

instructions or the maintenance sched-

ule.

僅 If the maintenance schedule to

replace engine oil is exceeded, the

engine oil performance may deterio

rate, and the engine condition may be

affected. Therefore, replace the

CAUTION

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When you wipe the oil level gauge, you

should wipe it with a clean cloth. When

mixed with debris, it can cause engine

damage.

engine oil according to the mainte

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nance schedule.

僅 To keep the engine in optimal condi

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Smartstream G2.5 GDi

tion, use the recommended engine oil

and filter. If the recommended engine

oil and filter are not used replace it

according to the maintenance sched

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ule under severe usage conditions.

僅 The purpose of the maintenance

schedule for engine oil replacement is

to prevent oil deterioration and it is

irrelevant to oil consumption. Check

and refill engine oil regularly.

ONQ5061080L

Use a funnel to help prevent oil from

being spilled on engine components.

Use only the specified engine oil. (Refer

to "Recommended lubricants and capac

ities" on page 9-6.)

WARNING

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Used engine oil

僅 Do not spill engine oil when adding or

changing engine oil. Wipe off spilled

oil immediately.

Used engine oil may cause irritation or

cancer of the skin if left in contact with

the skin for prolonged periods of time.

Always protect your skin by washing

your hands thoroughly with soap and

warm water as soon as possible after

handling used oil. Do not leave used

engine oil within the reach of children.

僅 The engine oil consumption may

increase while you break in a new

vehicle and it will be stabilized after

driving 6,000 km (4,000 miles).

僅 The engine oil consumption can be

affected by driving habits, climate

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conditions, traffic conditions, oil qual

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NOTICE

ity, etc. Therefore, it is recommended

that you inspect the engine oil level

regularly and refill it if necessary.

僅 When the oil pressure is low due to

insufficient engine oil, the Engine Oil

Pressure (

appear.

) warning light will

Changing the engine oil and filter

The lubrication, rust prevention, cooling,

and cleaning effect of the engine oil will

gradually degrade during its use. Have

the engine oil and filter changed by an

authorized Kia dealer according to the

Engine Oil Life Management System

In addition, the enhanced engine pro

tection system, which limits the

engine's power is activated and the

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (

)

will appear when the vehicle is driven

in this state continuously.

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Maintenance

Engine coolant

僅 When oil pressure is restored, the

Engine Oil Pressure warning light will

turn off and the engine power will no

longer be limited.

Engine coolant

The high-pressure cooling system has a

reservoir filled with year round anti

freeze coolant. The reservoir is filled at

the factory.

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僅 When the engine oil pressure is

restored, the warning light and the

enhanced engine protection system

will turn off after the engine is

restarted.

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.

CAUTION

僅 When the engine overheats from low

engine coolant, suddenly adding

engine coolant may cause cracks in

the engine. To prevent damage, add

The engine oil is very hot immediately

after the vehicle has been driven and

can cause burns during replacement.

Replace the engine oil after the engine

oil has cooled down.

engine coolant slowly in small quanti

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ties.

僅 Do not drive with no engine coolant. It

may cause water pump failure and

engine seizure, etc.

NOTICE

Never add any additives to the engine

oil. Engine oil additives can change the

properties of engine oil and may cause

serious engine failure.

Checking the coolant level

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Check the condition and connections of

all cooling system hoses and heater

hoses. Replace any swollen or deterio

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rated hoses.

The coolant level should be filled

between the MAX and the MIN marks on

the side of the coolant reservoir when

the engine is cool.

If frequent additions are required, have

the system inspected by a professional

workshop. Have the checked by an

authorized Kia dealer.

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Maintenance

Engine coolant

the electric motor will automatically shut

off. This is a normal condition.

CAUTION

Removing engine

coolant reservoir cap

The electric motor (cooling fan) may

operate until you disconnect the nega

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Never attempt to

remove the engine

coolant reservoir cap

tive battery cable.

Check the condition and connections of

all cooling system hoses and heater

while the engine is operating or hot.

Doing so might lead to cooling system

and engine damage. Also, hot coolant or

steam could cause serious personal

injury.

hoses. Replace any swollen or deterio

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rated hoses.

The coolant level should be filled

between MAX and MIN (F and L) marks

on the side of the coolant reservoir when

the engine is cool.

Turn the engine off and wait until it cools

down. Use extreme care when removing

the engine coolant reservoir cap. Wrap a

thick towel around it, and turn it counter

clockwise slowly to the first stop. Step

back while the pressure is released from

the cooling system.

If the coolant level is low, add enough

distilled (deionized) or soft water. Bring

the level to MAX (F), but do not overfill.

-

If frequent additions are required, have

the system inspected by an authorized

Kia dealer.

When you are sure all the pressure has

been released, press down on the cap,

using a thick towel, and continue turning

counterclockwise to remove it.

NOTICE

Make sure the coolant cap is properly

closed after refill of coolant. Otherwise

the engine could be overheated while

driving.

Even if the engine is not operating, do

not remove the engine coolant reservoir

cap or the drain plug while the engine

and radiator are hot. Hot coolant and

steam may still blow out under pressure,

causing serious injury.

1. Check if the engine coolant reservoir

cap label is straight In front.

WARNING

8

The electric motor

(cooling fan) is con

-

trolled by engine cool

-

ant temperature,

OMQ4N071401

refrigerant pressure

and vehicle speed. It

may sometimes operate even when the

engine is not running. Use extreme cau

tion 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,

2. Make sure that the tiny protrusions

inside the coolant cap are securely

interlocked.

-

Recommended engine coolant

僅 When adding coolant, use only deion

ized water or soft water for your vehi

cle and never mix hard water in the

-

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17

Maintenance

Engine coolant

coolant filled at the factory. An

prevent the coolant from overflowing

improper coolant mixture can result in

into engine parts such as the alternator.

serious malfunction or engine dam

-

age.

WARNING

Coolant

僅 The engine in your vehicle has alumi

num engine parts and must be pro

tected by an ethylene-glycol with

phosphate based coolant to prevent

corrosion and freezing.

-

僅 Do not use engine coolant or anti

freeze in the washer fluid reservoir.

-

僅 Radiator coolant can severely obscure

visibility when sprayed on the wind

-

僅 DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol

shield and may cause loss of vehicle

control or damage the paint and body

trim.

coolant or mix them with the specified

coolant.

僅 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.

Mixture Percentage (volume)

Ambient Tempera

-

ture

Antifreeze

Water

65

-15°C (5°F)

-25°C (-13°F)

-35°C (-31°F)

-45°C (-49°F)

35

40

50

60

50

40

WARNING

Engine coolant reser

voir cap

-

Do not remove the

engine coolant reser

voir cap when the

-

engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot

coolant and steam may blow out under

pressure causing serious injury.

Changing the coolant

Have the coolant replaced by an autho

-

rized Kia dealer.

CAUTION

Put a thick cloth around the radiator cap

before refilling the coolant in order to

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18

Maintenance

Brake fluid

contact with your eyes. If brake fluid

Brake fluid

should come in contact with your eyes,

immediately flush them with a large

quantity of fresh tap water. Have your

eyes examined by a doctor as soon as

possible.

Checking the brake fluid level

Check the fluid level in the reservoir

periodically. The fluid level should be

between MAX and MIN marks on the

side of the reservoir.

CAUTION

Do not allow brake fluid to contact the

vehicle's body paint, as paint damage

will result. Brake 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

properly disposed. Don't put in the

ONQ5061011

1. Before removing the reservoir cap

and adding brake fluid, clean the area

around the reservoir cap thoroughly

to prevent brake fluid contamination.

wrong kind of fluid. A few drops of min

-

eral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your

brake system can damage brake system

parts.

2. Periodically check that the fluid level

in the brake fluid reservoir is between

MIN and MAX. The level will fall with

accumulated mileage. This is a normal

condition associated with the wear of

the brake linings.

If the fluid level is excessively low,

have the system checked by an

authorized Kia dealer.

Use only the specified brake fluid. (Refer

to "Recommended lubricants and capac

ities" on page 9-6.)

-

Never mix different types of fluid.

8

WARNING

Loss of brake fluid

In the event the brake system requires

frequent additions of fluid, have the sys

tem inspected by an authorized Kia

dealer.

-

WARNING

Brake fluid

When changing and adding brake fluid,

handle it carefully. Do not let it come in

8

19

Maintenance

Washer fluid

Parking brake

Checking the washer fluid level

Checking the parking brake

The reservoir is translucent so that you

can check the level with a quick visual

inspection.

ONQ5061128N

僅 Check whether the stroke is within

specification when the parking brake

pedal is depressed with 30 kg (66 lbs.,

294 N) of force. Also, the parking

brake alone should securely hold the

vehicle on a fairly steep grade. If the

stroke is more or less than specified,

have the system serviced by an

authorized Kia dealer.

ONQ5061012L

僅 Check the fluid level in the washer

fluid reservoir and add fluid if neces

sary. 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.

Stroke: 5~6 click at a force of 30 kgf

(66 lbf, 294 N)

WARNING

Washer fluid

僅 Do not use radiator coolant or anti

-

freeze in the washer fluid reservoir.

僅 Radiator coolant can severely obscure

visibility when sprayed on the wind

-

shield and may cause loss of vehicle

control or damage to paint and body

trim.

僅 Windshield Washer fluid agents con

tain some amounts of alcohol and can

be flammable under certain circum

-

stances. Do not allow sparks or flame

to contact the washer fluid or the

washer fluid reservoir. Damage to the

vehicle or occupants could occur.

僅 Windshield washer fluid is poisonous

to humans and animals. Do not drink

and avoid contacting windshield

washer fluid. Serious injury or death

could occur.

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20

Maintenance

Air cleaner filter

Climate control air filter

Replacing air cleaner filter

Filter inspection

The climate control air filter should be

replaced according to the maintenance

schedule. If the vehicle is operated in

severely air-polluted cities or on dusty

rough roads for a long period, it should

be inspected more frequently and

Operation

1. Pull up the lever (1) on the air cleaner

cover and release the lock.

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.

-

ONQ5061013

2. Rotate the fixed lever on the filter and

loosen the lock.

Operation

1. Open the glove box and remove the

stopper (1).

ONQ5061015

3. Replace the air cleaner filter.

ONQ5061016

ONQ5061014

8

2. With the glove box open, pull the sup

port strap.

-

4. Assemble in reverse order.

CAUTION

僅 Do not drive with the air cleaner

removed; this will result in excessive

engine wear.

僅 When removing the air cleaner filter,

be careful that dust or dirt does not

enter the air intake, or damage may

result.

ONQ5061017L

3. Remove the climate control air filter

cover by pulling out both sides of the

cover.

僅 Use parts for replacement from an

authorized Kia dealer.

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21

Maintenance

Wiper blades

When the wipers no longer clean ade

quately, the blades may be worn or

cracked, and require replacement.

-

To prevent damage to the wiper arms or

other components, do not attempt to

move the wipers manually.

ONQ5061103L

4. Replace the climate control air filter.

5. Assemble in reverse order.

The use of a non-specified wiper blade

could result in wiper malfunction and

failure.

NOTICE

When replacing the climate control air

filter install it properly. Otherwise, the

system may produce noise and the

effectiveness of the filter may be

reduced.

Blade inspection

ONQ5061120N

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

windshield wipers. Common sources of

contamination are insects, tree sap, and

hot wax treatments used by some com

-

mercial car washes. If the blades are not

wiping properly, clean both the window

and the blades with a good cleaner or

mild detergent, and rinse thoroughly

with clean water.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the wiper blades,

do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint

thinner, or other solvents on or near

them.

8

22

Maintenance

Wiper blades

1. Raise the wiper arm.

Blade replacement

2. Lift up the wiper blade clip. Then pull

down the blade assembly and remove

it.

When the wipers no longer clean ade

quately, the blades may be worn or

cracked, and require replacement.

-

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the wiper arms or

other components, do not attempt to

move the wipers manually.

ONQ5041198_2

CAUTION

3. Install the new blade assembly.

The use of a non-specified wiper blade

could result in wiper malfunction and

failure.

Front wiper blade replacement

ONQ5041199

4. Make sure that both blade assemblies

are installed firmly by trying to pull it

slightly.

5. Return the wiper arm onto the wind

shield.

-

ONQ5061018

For your convenience and to prevent

hood paint damage, you must move the

windshield wiper blades to the service

position as follows.

6. Turn ignition to the ON position and

wiper arms will return to the normal

operating position.

Type B (if equipped)

After turning off the engine, move the

wiper switch to the single wiping (MIST)

position within 20 seconds and hold the

switch more than 2 seconds until the

wiper blade is in the fully up position.

1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the

wiper blade assembly to expose the

plastic locking clip.

8

CAUTION

Wiper arms

僅 Do not allow the wiper arm to fall

against the windshield, since it may

chip or crack the windshield.

OCV071052L

2. Compress the clip and slide the blade

assembly downward.

僅 Do not pull the wiper arm forward,

since arm could chip hood paint.

Type A (if equipped)

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23

Maintenance

Wiper blades

in the wiper arm until it clicks into

place.

OCV071053L

3. Lift it off the arm.

ONQ5061127N

4. Install the blade assembly in the

reverse order of removal.

5. Make sure the blade assembly is

installed firmly by trying to pull it

slightly.

Rear wiper blade replacement

If the replacement is complete, put

down the wiper arm to place it on the

rear windshield, and turn the vehicle

ignition to ON and operate the wipers

to check the blade is installed cor

-

rectly.

ONQ5051096L

To prevent damage to the wiper arms or

other components, have the wiper blade

replaced by a professional workshop.

Visit an authorized Kia dealer.

1. Within 20 seconds after the vehicle

ignition is OFF, move the wiper lever

to MIST position for over 2 seconds

until the wiper moves down to the

bottom middle part.

CAUTION

2. Raise the wiper arm and pull out the

wiper blade assembly.

If the wiper arm receives too much force

while pulling the blade, the center part

may be damaged.

CAUTION

僅 The wiper could not operate for

approx. 10 seconds when the wiper is

operated without washer fluid or the

ONQ5061019

blades are frozen. This is not a mal

-

3. Lift up the wiper blade, and pull the

blade to remove it.

function, it is a wiper protection sys

tem activated by motor overload

circuit within the wiper motor.

僅 The front windshield should be

cleaned with water hose and wiped

with clean towel with wiper blades

raised up. Also, the wiper blades

should be wiped clean when the

ONQ5061126N

grease or wax is applied to the blades.

4. Install the new blade assembly by

inserting the center part into the slot

8

24

Maintenance

Battery

Keep lit cigarettes and all other

flames or sparks away from

the battery.

Battery

For best battery service

The battery contains hydrogen

-- a highly combustible gas

which will explode if it comes

in contact with a flame or

spark.

Keep batteries out of the reach

of children because batteries

ONQ5061020

僅 Keep the battery securely mounted.

僅 Keep the battery top clean and dry.

僅 Keep the terminals and connections

contain highly corrosive SUL

-

FURIC ACID and electrolytes.

Do not allow battery acid to contact your

skin, eyes, clothing or paint finish.

clean, tight, and coated with petro

-

leum jelly or terminal grease.

Wear eye protection when

charging or working near a

battery. Always provide venti

僅 Rinse any spilled electrolyte from the

battery immediately with a solution of

water and baking soda.

-

lation when working in an

enclosed space.

僅 If the vehicle is not going to be used

for an extended time, disconnect the

battery cables.

Always read the following

instructions carefully when

handling a battery.

NOTICE

If any electrolyte gets into

your eyes, flush your eyes with

clean water for at least 15 min

Your vehicle is equipped with mainte

nance free battery. If your vehicle is

-

equipped with the battery marked with

LOWER and UPPER on the side, you can

utes and get immediate medi

cal attention. If electrolyte gets on your

skin, thoroughly wash the contacted

-

check the electrolyte level. The electro

lyte level should be between LOWER

-

area. If you feel pain or burning sensa

-

and UPPER. If the electrolyte level is low,

it needs to add distilled (demineralized)

water (Never add sulfuric acid or other

electrolyte). When refill, be careful not to

tion, get medical attention immediately.

8

An inappropriately disposed

battery can be harmful to the

environment and human

health. Dispose the battery

splash the battery and adjacent compo

nents. And do not overfill the battery

cells. It can cause corrosion on other

parts. Make sure that the cell caps are

tightened.

-

according to your local law(s) or regula

-

tion.

The battery contains lead. Do

not dispose of it after use.

Please return the battery to an

authorized Kia dealer to be

Contact an authorized Kia dealer.

WARNING

recycled.

Risk of explosion

8

25

Maintenance

Battery

Never attempt to recharge the battery

when the battery cables are connected.

Battery capacity label

Example

WARNING

Risk of electrocution

Never touch the electrical ignition sys

-

tem while the vehicle is running. This

system works with high voltage, which

can "zap" you.

OCV071057L

* The actual battery label in the vehicle

may differ from the illustration.

NOTICE

1

The Kia model name of battery

If you connect unauthorized electronic

devices to the battery, the battery may

be discharged. Never use unauthorized

devices.

2

The nominal capacity (in Ampere

hours)

3

4

5

The nominal reserve capacity (in min.)

The nominal voltage

The cold-test current in amperes by

SAE

WARNING

Recharging battery

6

The cold-test current in amperes by

EN

Never attempt to recharge the battery

when the battery cables are connected.

Battery recharging

Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,

calcium-based battery.

WARNING

Battery lead compound

僅 If the battery becomes discharged in a

short time (because, for example, the

headlamps or interior lights were left

on while the vehicle was not in use),

recharge it by slow charging (trickle)

for 10 hours.

Battery posts, terminals, and related

accessories contain lead and lead com

pounds. Wash hands after handling.

-

僅 If the battery gradually discharges

because of high electric load while the

vehicle is being used, recharge it at

20~30 A for two hours.

When recharging the battery, observe

the following precautions:

僅 The battery must be removed from

the vehicle and placed in an area with

good ventilation.

僅 Do not allow cigarettes, sparks, or

flame near the battery.

8

26

Maintenance

Battery

僅 Watch the battery during charging,

and stop or reduce the charging rate

in following cases:

Reset items

The following items should be reset after

the battery has been discharged or the

battery has been disconnected.

1. the battery cells begin gassing

(boiling) violently

僅 Auto up/down window (Refer to "Win

-

2. the electrolyte temperature of any

cell exceeds 49 °C (120 °F).

dow opening and closing" on page 4-

35)

僅 Wear eye protection when checking

the battery during charging.

僅 Trip computer (Refer to "Trip informa

tion (trip computer)" on page 4-77)

-

僅 Before performing maintenance or

recharging the battery, turn off all

accessories and stop the vehicle.

僅 Climate control system (Refer to

"Automatic climate control system" on

page 4-115)

僅 Disconnect the battery charger in the

following order.

僅 Sunroof (Refer to "Panoramic sunroof

(if equipped)" on page 4-44)

1. Turn off the battery charger main

switch.

僅 Driver's seat position (Refer to "Driver

Position Memory System (if

equipped)" on page 4-22)

2. Unhook the negative clamp from

the negative battery terminal.

僅 Trip computer information settings

(Refer to "LCD displays" on page 4-77)

3. Unhook the positive clamp from the

positive battery terminal.

僅 Radio presets

僅 The negative battery cable must be

removed first and installed last when

the battery is disconnected.

CAUTION

AGM battery

僅 Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) batteries

are maintenance free and have the

AGM battery serviced by an autho

-

rized Kia dealer.

8

For charging your AGM battery, use

only fully automatic battery chargers

that are specially developed for AGM

batteries.

僅 When replacing the AGM battery, use

parts for replacement from an autho

-

rized Kia dealer.

僅 Do not open or remove the cap on top

of the battery. This may cause leaks

of internal electrolyte that could result

in severe injury.

8

27

Maintenance

Tires and wheels

the risk of an accident. This risk is much

higher on hot days and when driving for

long periods at high speeds.

Tires and wheels

For proper maintenance, safety, and

maximum fuel economy, you must

always maintain the recommended tire

pressures and stay within the load limits

and weight distribution recommended

for your vehicle.

Failure to maintain specified pressure

may result in excessive wear, poor han

-

dling, reduced fuel economy, deforma

tion of tire and/or wheel, harsh ride

conditions, possibility for additional

-

Recommended cold tire inflation

pressures

damage from road hazards, or result in

tire failure.

All tire pressures should be checked

when the tires are cold. "Cold Tires"

means the vehicle has not been driven

for at least three hours or driven less

than 1 mile (1.6 km).

Tire pressure

Always observe the following:

僅 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 (1 mile) since

startup.)

Recommended pressures must be main

tained for the best ride, vehicle handling,

and minimum tire wear.

-

For recommended pressure, refer to

"Tires and wheels" on page 8-28.

僅 Check the pressure of your spare tire

each time you check the pressure of

other tires. (if equipped)

All specifications (sizes and pressures)

can be found on a label attached to the

driver's side center pillar.

僅 Never overload your vehicle. Be care

ful not to overload a vehicle luggage

rack if your vehicle is equipped with

one.

-

僅 Warm tires normally exceed recom

-

mended cold tire pressures by 28~41

kPa (4~6 psi). Do not release air from

warm tires to adjust the pressure or

the tires will be underinflated.

ONQ5061055L

WARNING

Tire Inflation

Tire underinflation

Inflate your tires consistent with the

instructions provided in this manual.

Regularly check the tire inflation pres

sure, and correct it as needed; at least

twice a month and before any long trips

on the road. If you fail to observe this

precaution, you may be driving on

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.

-

underinflated tires, which may not only

compromise your vehicle's driving stabil

ity, but may also lead to tire damage and

Checking tire inflation pressure

-

Check your tires once a month or more.

8

28

Maintenance

Tires and wheels

Use a good quality gauge to check tire

pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are

properly inflated simply by looking at

them. Radial tires may look properly

Tire rotation

To equalize tread wear, it is recom

-

mended that the tires be rotated every

13,000 km (8,000 miles) or sooner if

irregular wear develops.

inflated even when they're underin

-

flated.

During rotation, check the tires for cor

-

Check the tire's inflation pressure when

the tires are cold. "Cold" means your

vehicle has been sitting or at least three

hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6

km).

rect 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

-

1. Remove the valve cap from the tire

valve stem.

2. Press the tire gauge firmly onto the

valve to get a pressure measurement.

If the cold tire inflation pressure

these conditions. Replace the tire if fab

-

matches the proper pressure on the

tire and loading information label, no

further adjustment is necessary.

ric or cord is visible. After rotation, be

sure to bring the front and rear tire pres

sures to specification and check lug nut

tightness. (proper torque is 11~13 kgf·m

[79~94 lbf·ft])

-

3. If the pressure is low, add air until you

reach the recommended amount.

Refer to "Tires and wheels" on page 8-

28.

4. If you overfill the tire, release air by

pushing on the metal stem in the cen

-

ter of the tire valve.

Disc brake pads should be inspected for

wear whenever tires are rotated.

5. Recheck the tire pressure with the tire

gauge.

With a full-size spare tire (if equipped)

6. Be sure to put the valve caps back on

the valve stems. They help prevent

leaks by keeping out dirt and mois

-

ture.

8

Inspect your tires frequently for proper

inflation as well as wear and damage.

Always use a tire pressure gauge.

CBGQ0706

Without a spare tire

Tires with too much or too little pressure

wear unevenly. This could result in poor

handling, loss of vehicle control, and

sudden tire failure leading to accidents,

injuries, and even death. The recom

-

ODEEV098029NR

mended cold tire pressure for your vehi

-

cle can be found in this manual and on

the tire label located on the driver's side

center pillar.

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29

Maintenance

Tires and wheels

Directional tires (if equipped)

CBGQ0707A

OCV071013L

Rotate radial tires that have an asym

metric tread pattern only from front to

rear and not from right to left.

-

[A] : Tread wear indicator

This shows there is less than 1/16 in (1.6

mm) of tread left on the tire. Replace the

tire when this happens.

WARNING

Mixing tires

Do not wait for the band to appear

across the entire tread before replacing

the tire.

Do not mix bias ply and radial ply tires

under any circumstances. This may

cause unusual handling characteristics

which can lead to loss of control and an

accident.

The Anti-lock Brake System (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 different size can

cause the ABS and Electronic Stability

Control (ESC) to work irregularly.

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.

It is best to replace all four tires at the

same time. If that is not possible, or nec

-

If you notice unusual tire wear or your

vehicle pulling one way or the other, the

alignment may need to be reset.

essary, then replace the two front or two

rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one

tire can seriously affect your vehicle's

handling.

If you notice your vehicle vibrating when

driving on a smooth road, your wheels

may need to be rebalanced.

NOTICE

We recommend that when replacing

tires, use the same originally supplied

CAUTION

Wheel weight

with the vehicles. If not, that affects driv

-

ing performance.

Improper wheel weights can damage

your vehicle's aluminum wheels. Use

only approved wheel weights.

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.

Tire replacement

If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear

indicator will appear as a solid band

across the tread.

A wheel with an incorrect size may

adversely affect many things: wheel and

bearing life, braking and stopping abili

-

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30

Maintenance

Tires and wheels

ties, handling characteristics, ground

clearance, body-to-tire clearance, snow

chain clearance, speedometer and

odometer calibration, headlamp aiming

and bumper height.

CAUTION

Wheels

OCV071010L

The TIN can be used to identify the tire

in case of a recall.

Wheels that do not meet Kia specifica

tions may fit poorly and result in dam

-

age to the vehicle or unusual handling

and poor vehicle control.

1. Manufacturer or brand name

Manufacturer or Brand name is shown.

Tire traction

2. Tire size designation

Tire traction can be reduced if you drive

on worn tires, tires that are improperly

inflated or on slippery road surfaces.

A tire's sidewall is marked with a tire size

designation. You will need this informa

-

tion when selecting replacement tires for

your vehicle. The following explains

what the letters and numbers in the tire

size designation mean.

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 los

ing control of the vehicle.

-

Example tire size designation:

(These numbers are provided as an

example only; your tire size designator

could vary depending on your vehicle.)

Tire maintenance

In addition to proper inflation, correct

wheel alignment helps to decrease tire

wear.

P255/45R20 105V

僅 P: Applicable vehicle type (tires

marked with the prefix "P" are

If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have

your dealer check the wheel alignment.

intended for use on passenger vehi

cles or light trucks; however, not all

tires have this marking).

-

Make sure the newly installed tires are

balanced correctly to increase vehicle

ride comfort and tire life. In addition,

always rebalance the tire when the tire is

removed from the wheel.

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僅 255: Tire width in millimeters.

僅 45: Aspect ratio. The tire's section

height as a percentage of its width.

Tire sidewall labeling

僅 R: Tire construction code (Radial).

僅 20: Rim diameter in inches.

This information identifies and describes

the fundamental characteristics of the

tire and also provides the Tire Identifica

tion Number (TIN) for safety standard

certification.

僅 105: Load Index, a numerical code

associated with the maximum load

the tire can carry.

-

僅 V: Speed Rating Symbol. See the

speed rating chart in this section for

additional information.

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31

Maintenance

Tires and wheels

DOT: XXXX XXXX OOOO

Wheel size designation

The front part of the DOT means a plant

code number, tire size and tread pattern

and the last four numbers indicate week

and year manufactured.

Wheels are also marked with important

information that you need if you ever

have to replace one. The following

explains what the letters and numbers in

the wheel size designation mean.

For example:

Example wheel size designation:

8.5JX20

DOT XXXX XXXX 1623 represents that

the tire was produced in the 16th week

of 2023.

僅 8.5: Rim width in inches.

僅 J: Rim contour designation.

僅 20: Rim diameter in inches.

WARNING

Tire age

Replace tires within the recommended

time frame. Failure to replace tires as

recommended can result in sudden tire

failure, which could lead to a loss of con

trol and an accident.

Tire speed ratings

The chart below lists many of the differ

ent speed ratings currently being used

for passenger vehicle 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 max

imum safe operating speed.

-

4. Tire ply composition and mate

rial

-

The number of layers or plies of rubber-

Speed Rating

Maximum Speed

Symbol

coated fabric in the tire. Tire manufac

-

turers also must indicate the materials in

S

T

180 km/h (112 mph)

190 km/h (118 mph)

210 km/h (130 mph)

240 km/h (149 mph)

270 km/h (168 mph)

300 km/h (186 mph)

the tire, which include steel, nylon, poly

ester, and others. The letter "R" means

radial ply construction; the letter "D"

-

H

V

W

Y

means diagonal or bias ply construction;

and the letter "B" means belted-bias ply

construction.

3. Checking tire life

5. Maximum Inflation Pressure

Any tires that are over 6 years old, based

on the manufacturing date, should be

replaced by new ones. You can find the

manufacturing date on the tire sidewall

This number is the greatest amount of

air pressure that should be put in the

tire. Do not exceed the maximum infla

-

tion pressure. Refer to "Certification

label" on page 5-70 for recommended

inflation pressure.

(possibly on the inside of the wheel), dis

playing the DOT code. The DOT code is

a series of numbers on a tire consisting

of numbers and English letters. The

manufacturing date is designated by the

last four digits (characters) of the DOT

code.

-

6. Maximum load rating

This number indicates the maximum

load in kilograms and pounds that can

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32

Maintenance

Tires and wheels

be carried by the tire. When replacing

the tires on the vehicle, always use a tire

ment on your vehicle may vary with

respect to grade.

that has the same load rating as the fac

tory installed tire.

-

Traction - AA, A, B & C

The traction grades, from highest to low

-

est, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades

7. Uniform Tire Quality Grading

represent the tire's ability to stop on wet

pavement as measured under controlled

conditions on specified government test

surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire

Quality grades can be found where

applicable on the tire sidewall between

tread shoulder and maximum section

width.

marked C may have poor traction per

-

For example:

formance.

僅 Treadwear 200

僅 Traction AA

The traction grade assigned to this tire is

based on straight-ahead braking trac

-

僅 Temperature A

tion tests, and does not include accelera

tion, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak

traction characteristics.

-

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 climate or frequent high loading

Temperature -A & B

The temperature grades are A (the high

-

est), and B representing the tire's resis

-

conditions can accelerate the aging pro

cess.

-

tance to the generation of heat and its

ability to dissipate heat when tested

under controlled conditions on a speci

fied indoor laboratory test wheel.

-

Tread wear

The tread wear grade is a comparative

Sustained high temperature can cause

the material of the tire to degenerate

rating based on the wear rate of the tire

when tested under controlled conditions

on a specified government test course.

For example, a tire graded 150 would

wear one-and-a-half times (1½) as well

on the government course as a tire

graded 100.

and reduce tire life, and excessive tem

perature can lead to sudden tire failure.

Grades B and A represent higher levels

of performance on the laboratory test

wheel than the minimum required by

law.

-

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The relative performance of tires

depends upon the actual conditions of

Tire terminology and definitions

Refer to the following for detailed defini

tions of the terms that are found in the

tire description.

-

their use. Performance may depart sig

-

nificantly from the norm due to varia

-

tions in driving habits, service practices

and differences in road characteristics

and climate.

Air Pressure The amount of air inside

the tire pressing outward on the tire. Air

pressure is expressed in pounds per

square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).

These grades are molded on the side-

walls of passenger vehicle tires. The tires

available as standard or optional equip

-

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Maintenance

Tires and wheels

Accessory Weight The combined

weight of optional accessories. Some

examples of optional accessories are

automatic transmission, power seats,

and air conditioning.

Kilopascal (kPa) The metric unit for air

pressure.

Light truck (LT) tire A tire designated

by its manufacturer as primarily

intended for use on lightweight trucks or

multipurpose passenger vehicles.

Aspect Ratio The relationship of a tire's

height to its width.

Load ratings The maximum load that a

tire is rated to carry for a given inflation

pressure.

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.

Load Index An assigned number rang

-

ing from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the

load carrying capacity of a tire.

Bead The tire bead contains steel wires

wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire

onto the rim.

Maximum Inflation Pressure The maxi

-

mum air pressure to which a cold tire

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.

may be inflated. The maximum air pres

sure is molded onto the sidewall.

-

Maximum Load Rating The load rating

for a tire at the maximum inflation pres

-

Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air

pressure in a tire, measured in pounds

per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa)

sure for that tire.

Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight The

sum of curb weight; accessory weight;

vehicle capacity weight; and production

options weight.

before a tire has built up heat from driv

-

ing.

Curb Weight 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.

Normal Occupant Weight The number

of occupants a vehicle is designed to

seat multiplied by 68 kg (150 lbs.).

Occupant Distribution Designated

seating positions.

DOT Markings The DOT code includes

the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an

Outward Facing Sidewall The side of a

asymmetrical tire that has a particular

side that faces outward when mounted

alphanumeric designator which can also

identify the tire manufacturer, produc

-

on a vehicle. The outward facing side

-

tion plant, brand and date of production.

wall bears white lettering or bears man

ufacturer, brand, and/or model name

molding that is higher or deeper than

the same moldings on the inner facing

sidewall.

-

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.

Passenger (P-Metric) Tire A tire used

on passenger cars and some light duty

trucks and multipurpose vehicles.

Intended Outboard Sidewall The side

of an asymmetrical tire that must always

face outward when mounted on a vehi

-

Ply A layer of rubber-coated parallel

cle.

cords.

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Maintenance

Tires and wheels

Pneumatic tire A mechanical device

made of rubber, chemicals, fabric and

steel or other materials, that, when

mounted on an automotive wheel, pro

wear. Ratings are determined by tire

manufacturers using government test

ing procedures. The ratings are molded

into the sidewall of the tire.

-

vides the traction and contains the gas

or fluid that sustains the load.

Vehicle Capacity Weight The weight of

designated seating positions multiplied

by 68 kg (150 lbs.) plus the rated cargo

and luggage load.

Production options weight The com

-

bined weight of installed regular produc

-

tion options weighing over 2.3 kg (5 lbs.)

in excess of the standard items which

they replace, not previously considered

in curb weight or accessory weight.

Examples include heavy duty brakes,

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 occupant weight and driving by

2.

ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty bat

tery, and special trim.

-

Recommended Inflation Pressure

Vehicle manufacturer's recommended

tire inflation pressure and shown on the

tire placard.

Vehicle Placard A label permanently

Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in

attached to a vehicle showing the origi

-

which the ply cords that extend to the

nal equipment tire size and recom

-

beads are laid at 90 degrees to the cen

-

mended inflation pressure.

terline of the tread.

All season tires

Rim A metal support for a tire and upon

which the tire beads are seated.

Kia specifies all season tires on some

models to provide good performance for

use all year round, including snowy and

icy road conditions.

Sidewall The portion of a tire between

the tread and the bead.

Speed Rating An alphanumeric code

All season tires are identified by ALL

SEASON and/or M+S (Mud and Snow)

assigned to a tire indicating the maxi

-

mum speed at which a tire can operate.

on the tire sidewall. Snow tires have bet

ter snow traction than all season tires

and may be more appropriate in some

areas.

-

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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.

Summer tires

Kia specifies summer tires on some

models to provide superior performance

on dry roads.

Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands,

sometimes called "wear bars," that show

across the tread of a tire when only 1.6

mm (2/32 inch) of tread remains.

Summer tire performance is substan

-

tially 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

UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Standards, a tire information system that

provides consumers with ratings for a

tire's traction, temperature and tread

-

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Maintenance

Tires and wheels

in snowy or icy conditions, Kia recom

-

Radial-ply tires

mends the use of snow tires or all sea

son tires on all four wheels.

-

Radial-ply tires provide improved tread

life, road hazard resistance and

smoother high speed ride.

Snow tires

The radial-ply tires used on this vehicle

are of belted construction, and are

selected to complement the ride and

handling characteristics of your vehicle.

If you equip your vehicle with snow tires,

they should be the same size and have

the same load capacity as the original

tires.

Radial-ply tires have the same load car

-

Snow tires should be installed on all four

wheels; otherwise, poor handling may

result.

rying capacity, as bias-ply or bias belted

tires of the same size, and use the same

recommended inflation pressure.

Snow tires should carry 28 kPa (4 psi)

Mixing of radial-ply tires with bias-ply or

bias belted tires is not recommended.

Any combinations 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 follow

is: Identical radial-ply tires should always

be used as a set of four.

more air pressure than the pressure rec

ommended for the standard tires on the

-

tire label on the driver's side of the cen

-

ter pillar, or up to the maximum 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.

Longer wearing tires can be more sus

-

ceptible 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,

WARNING

Do not use summer tires at tempera

tures below 7 °C (45 °F) or when driving

on snow or ice. At temperatures below 7

°C (45 °F), summer tires can lose elastic

ity, and therefore traction and braking

power as well. Change the tires on your

vehicle to winter or all-weather tires of

the same size as the standard tires of

the vehicle. Both types of tires are identi

-

because of sidewall flexing. Consult your

tire dealer for radial-ply tire repairs.

-

fied by the M+S (Mud and Snow) mark

ing. Using summer tires at very cold

temperatures could cause cracks to

-

form, thereby damaging the tires per

manently.

-

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36

Maintenance

Fuses

If any of your vehicle's lights, accesso

-

ries, or controls do not work, check the

appropriate circuit fuse. If a fuse has

blown, the element inside the fuse will

melt.

Fuses

Blade type

If the electrical system does not work,

first check the driver's side fuse panel.

If the replacement fuse blows, this indi

cates an electrical problem. Avoid using

the system involved and immediately

consult an authorized Kia dealer.

-

OCV071014L

Cartridge type

Three kinds of fuses are used: blade

type for lower amperage rating, car

-

tridge type, and multi fuse for higher

amperage ratings.

WARNING

OCV071015L

Fuse replacement

Multi fuse

僅 Never replace a fuse with anything

but another fuse of the same rating.

僅 A higher capacity fuse could cause

damage and possibly a fire.

僅 Never install a wire or aluminum foil

instead of the proper fuse - even as a

OCV071017L

temporary repair. It may cause exten

sive wiring damage and a possible

fire.

-

BFT

僅 Do not arbitrarily modify or add-on

electric wiring to the vehicle.

8

CAUTION

Do not use a screwdriver or any other

OCV071018L

metal object to remove fuses because it

may cause a short circuit and damage

the system.

* Left side: Normal, Right side: Blown

* The actual fuse/relay panel label may

differ from equipped items.

A vehicle's electrical system is protected

from electrical overload damage by

fuses.

NOTICE

僅 When replacing a fuse, turn the igni

-

tion 'OFF' and turn off switches of all

electrical devices then remove battery

(-) terminal.

This vehicle has 2 (or 3) fuse panels, one

located in the driver's side panel bolster,

the other in the engine compartment

near the battery.

僅 Window tinting precaution

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Maintenance

Fuses

Window tint (especially metallic film)

might cause communication disorder

CAUTION

僅 Do not input any other objects except

fuses or relays into fuse/relay termi

nals such as a screwdriver or wiring. It

may cause contact failure and system

malfunction.

or poor radio reception, and malfunc

tion of the automatic lighting system

-

due to excessive change of illumina

-

tion inside the vehicle. The solution

used might also flow into electric,

electronic devices causing disorder

and failure.

僅 Do not plug in screwdrivers or after

market wiring into the terminal origi

nally designed for fuse and relays

only. The electrical system and wiring

of the vehicle interior may be dam

aged or burned due to contact failure.

-

僅 Window tinting precaution

Window tint (especially metallic film)

might cause communication disorder

-

or poor radio reception, and malfunc

tion of the automatic lighting system

-

僅 If you directly connect the wire on the

taillamp or replace the bulb which is

over the regulated capacity to install

trailers etc., the inner junction block

can get burned.

due to excessive change of illumina

-

tion inside the vehicle. The solution

used might also flow into electric,

electronic devices causing disorder

and failure.

WARNING

Electrical fire

Electrical wiring repairs

All electrical repairs should be per

-

formed by authorized Kia dealerships

using approved Kia parts. Using other

wiring components, especially when ret

Always ensure replacement fuses and

relays are securely fastened when

installed. Failure to do so can result in a

vehicle fire.

-

rofitting multimedia or theft alarm sys

-

tem, car phone or radio may cause

vehicle damage and increase the risk of

a vehicle fire.

Do not remove fuses, relays and termi

-

nals fastened with bolts or nuts. The

fuses, relays and terminals may be fas

-

tened incompletely, and it may cause a

NOTICE

possible fire. If fuses, relays and termi

nals fastened with bolts or nuts are

blown, consult with an authorized Kia

dealer.

-

Remodeling prohibited

Do not rewire your vehicle in any way as

doing so may affect the performance of

several safety features in your vehicle.

Rewiring your vehicle may also void your

CAUTION

warranty and cause you to be responsi

ble for any subsequent vehicle damage

which may result.

-

When replacing a blown fuse or relay,

make sure the new fuse or relay fits

tightly into the clips. Failure to tightly

install the fuse or relay may cause dam

age to the wiring and electric systems.

-

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Maintenance

Fuses

Inner panel fuse replacement

Engine compartment fuse

replacement

1. Turn the ignition switch or ENGINE

START/STOP button and all other

switches off.

1. Turn the ignition and all other

switches off.

2. Open the fuse panel cover.

2. Remove the fuse panel cover by

pressing the tab and pulling the cover

up.

ONQ5H061012

3. Pull the suspected fuse straight out.

Use the removal tool provided in the

main fuse box in the engine compart

ment.

ONQ5061121N

-

3. Check the removed fuse; replace it if

it is blown. To remove or insert the

fuse, use the fuse puller in the engine

compartment fuse panel.

4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating,

and make sure it fits tightly in the

clips. If it fits loosely, consult an autho

-

rized Kia dealer.

ONQ5061121N

CAUTION

4. Check the removed fuse; replace it if

it is blown.

After checking the fuse panel in the

engine compartment, securely install the

fuse panel cover through the audible

clicking sound.

Spare fuses are provided in the instru

ment panel fuse panel (or in the

engine compartment fuse panel).

-

If not, electrical failures may occur from

water contact.

5. Push in a new fuse of the same rating,

and make sure it fits tightly in the

clips.

8

If it fits loosely, consult an authorized Kia

dealer.

NOTICE

If the multi fuse is blown, 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 cigarette lighter fuse.

NOTICE

The electronic system may not function

correctly even when the engine room

and internal fuse box's individual fuses

are not disconnected. In such case the

If the headlamps or taillamps, stoplights,

courtesy lamp, day time running lights

(DRL) do not work and the fuses are OK,

consult an authorized Kia dealer.

cause of the problem may be disconnec

-

tion of the main fuse (BFT type), which is

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39

Maintenance

Fuses

located inside the positive battery termi

nal (+) cap. Since the main fuse is

designed more intricately than other

parts, visit the nearest authorized Kia

dealer.

-

When you inspect the fuse panel in your

vehicle, refer to the fuse panel label.

Main fuse (Multi fuse)

ONQ5061059N

If the main fuse is blown, it must be

removed as follows:

1. Turn off the engine.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

3. Remove the nuts shown in the picture

above.

4. Replace the fuse with a new one of

the same rating.

5. Reinstall in the reverse order of

removal.

CAUTION

Visually inspect the battery cap for

secure closing. If the battery cap is not

securely latched, the electrical system

may be damaged to due influx of mois

-

ture into the system.

Fuse/relay panel description

Inside the fuse/relay panel covers, you

can find the fuse/relay label describing

fuse/relay name and capacity.

NOTICE

Not all fuse panel descriptions in this

manual may be applicable to your vehi

-

cle. It is accurate at the time of printing.

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Maintenance

Fuses

Driver's side fuse panel

ONQ5061022

ONQ5061105N

8

ICU Junction Block

Fuse Name

DOOR LOCK

Fuse Rating

20A

Circuit Protected

Center Door Lock/Unlock Relay

P/WINDOW RH

P/WINDOW LH

S/HEATER (REAR)

25A

Power Window Main Switch, Passenger Power Window Switch

Power Window Main Switch

25A

20A

Rear Seat Warmer Control Module

S/HEATER (DRV/

PASS)

20A

Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module, Front Seat Warmer Control Module

P/SEAT (PASS)

SUNROOF2

30A

20A

Passenger Power Seat Switch, Passenger Seat Relay Unit

Sunroof Controller (Blind Motor)

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41

Maintenance

Fuses

Fuse Name

AIRBAG2

Fuse Rating

10A

Circuit Protected

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Control Module

Sunroof Controller (Glass Motor)

SUNROOF1

P/SEAT DRV

20A

30A

Driver Power Seat Switch, Driver IMS (Integrated memory system) Control Module

Driver IMS (Integrated memory system) Control Module, Driver/Passenger Smart Key

Outside Handle, Rain Sensor, Hazard Switch, Data Link Connector, Power Liftgate Unit

MODULE9

10A

25A

10A

AMP (Amplifier)

IBU (Integrated Body

Control Unit)2

IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), Ignition Switch, Auto Transmission Lever

P/WINDOW SAFETY

RH

25A

Passenger Safety Power Window Module

Driver Safety Power Window Module

P/WINDOW SAFETY

LH

Outside Mirror Folding/Unfolding Relay, Driver/Passenger Power Outside Mirror, Instru

ment Cluster, Air Conditioner Controller (LCD), Air Conditioner Control Module, Mood

Lamp Unit, Console Mood Lamp, Mood Lamp (Passenger), Crash Pad Switch, Integrated

Parking Assist Unit, Low Voltage DC-DC converter(450W)

-

MEMORY

10A

LIFTGATE

MODULE7

10A

7.5A

10A

Liftgate Relay

IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit)

Stop Lamp Switch, IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit)

BRAKE SWITCH

Audio (Display), Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit, Low Voltage DC-DC con

verter(200W)

-

MULTIMEDIA

WASHER

20A

15A

7.5A

15A

7.5A

15A

10A

Multifunction Switch

Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module, Front/Rear Seat Warmer Control Module, E/R

Junction Block (Windshield Heated Relay LH)

MODULE8

AIRBAG1

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Control Module

E/R Junction Block (PTC Heater Relay #1, Blower Relay), Air Conditioner Controller

(LCD), Air Conditioner Control Module

Air Conditioner ON

MODULE2

Front USB Charger Connector, Driver/Passenger Seat USB Port

Console Switch, Drive Mode Switch, Data Link Connector, Auto Transmission Shift Lever

Indicator

MODULE6

Intergrated Parking Assist Unit, IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), Audio Keyboard,

Audio/Video & Navigation Keyboard, Power Outside Mirror Switch, AMP (Amplifier),

Audio (Display), Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit, Low Voltage DC-DC converter

MODULE1

10A

HEATED MIRROR

10A

Driver/Passenger Power Outside Mirror

IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit)

IBU (Integrated Body

Control Unit)1

7.5A

Driver IMS (Integrated memory system) Control Module, Rear Seat Warmer Control

Module, Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module, AMP (Amplifier), Front Seat Warmer

Control Module, Audio (Display), Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit, Front Wireless

MODULE5

10A

Charger, Air Conditioner Controller (LCD), Air Conditioner Control Module, Electro Chro

-

mic Mirror, Low Voltage DC-DC converter

AIRBAG IND

MODULE4

7.5A

Instrument Cluster

IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), Multifunction Front View Camera, Crash Pad Switch,

Intergrated Parking Assist Unit, Front Corner Radar LH/RH, Clutch Module Cylinder Sen

sor, 4WD (4 Wheel Drive) ECU (Electronic Control Unit), Head Lamp LH/RH, Rear Corner

Radar LH/RH

-

E-SHIFTER3

CLUSTER

7.5A

SCU (System Control Unit), Electronic Auto Transmission Shift Lever Switch

Instrument Cluster

MODULE3

Stop Lamp Switch, Overhead Console Lamp

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42

Maintenance

Fuses

Fuse Name

Fuse Rating

7.5A

Circuit Protected

Motor Driven Power

Steering

Motor Driven Power Steering Unit

Burglar Alarm Horn Relay, Transaxle Range Switch, Power train Control Module, IBU

(Integrated Body Control Unit), Ignition Switch, E/R Junction Block (Start Relay)

START

LDC

10A

Low Voltage DC-DC converter, Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit, Instrument Cluster,

Front Wireless Charger, Air Conditioner Controller (LCD), Integrated Parking Assist Unit,

Rear Coner Radar LH/RH

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43

Maintenance

Fuses

Engine compartment fuse panel

ONQ5061059N

ONQ5061024N

8

44

Maintenance

Fuses

Engine Room Junction Block

Fuse Name

Fuse Rating

80A

Circuit Protected

Motor Driven Power Steering Unit

Cooling Fan Controller

Motor Driven Power Steer

-

ing1

COOLING FAN2

60A

ICU Junction Block (Fuse - S/HEATER (Rear), P/

SEAT(PASS), SUNROOF2, SUNROOF1, P/SEAT

DRV, AMP, P/WINDOW SAFETY RH, Power Window

Main Relay)

B+3

B+5

60A

PCB Block (Fuse - IG2, IG1, HORN, A/CON2, B/

ALARM HORN, ECU2, Engine Control Relay, Wiper

Main Relay)

MULTI FUSE-1

ICU Junction Block (Fuse - DOOR LOCK, S/HEATER

(DRV/PASS), AIRBAG2, MODULE9, IBU2, P/WIN

-

B+4

50A

DOW SAFETY LH, E-SHIFTER2, LIFTGATE, BRAKE

SWITCH, Long Term Load Latch Relay), , Outside

Mirror Folding/Unfolding Realy

BLOWER

ABS1/EPB1

REAR HEATED

ABS2

40A

30A

50A

60A

50A

10A

20A

10A

30A

40A

50A

Blower Relay

ESP (Electronic Stability Program Control Module

Rear Heated Relay

ESP (Electronic Stability Program Control Module

Trailer Connector

TRAILER1

COOLING FAN1

EPB2

Cooling Fan Relay High

ESP (Electronic Stability Program Control Module

Windshield Heated Relay RH

Not Used

W/S HEATED GLASS RH

ECU5

AMS

Battery Sensor

4WD

AWD ECM (Engine Control Module)

Fuel Pump Relay

FUEL PUMP

Air ConditionerON1

E-SHIFTER1

LIFTGATE

Blower Relay, Air Conditioner Control Module

SCU (System Control Unit)

Power Liftgate Unit

FUSE

8

EOP

Electronic Oil Pump

PTC HEATER3

Fuel Filter Heating Relay

Cooling Fan Relay low (Nu Engine), DCU Relay

(NEW R)

W/S HEATED GLASS LH

50A

60A

PTC Heater Relay #2 (Diesel), E-CVVT Relay (Theta

Engine)

E-CVVT

B+2

ICU Junction Block (IPS06/IPS07/IPS08/IPS09/

IPS10/IPS11)

ICU Junction Block (IPS01/IPS02/IPS03/IPS04/

IPS05)

B+1

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Maintenance

Fuses

PCB Block

Fuse Name

IG2

Fuse Rating

40A

7.5A

20A

10A

Circuit Protected

IG2 Relay

IG1

IG1 Relay, ACC Relay

FR WIPER2

SENSOR1

SENSOR7

ECU3

Front Wiper (Low) Relay, IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit)

Ignition Coil #1~#4

Electronic Oil Pump

10A

Power train Control Module

Fuel Pump Relay, Oil Level Senosr

Not Used

SENSOR5

TCU2

10A

TCU3

10A

Not Used

SENSOR3

ECU1

20A

15A

Not Used

Power train Control Module

Oxygen Sensor (UP/DOWN)

Wiper Main Relay, Front Wiper (Low) Relay

Wiper Main Relay, ICU Junction Block (Rear Wiper Relay)

Horn Relay

SENSOR2

FR WIPER1

RR WIPER

HORN

30A

15A

Air ConditionerON2

FCA

10A

Air Conditioner Comp Relay

Front Radar

10A

Oil Control Valve #2 (Exhaust), Purge Control Solenoid Valve, Variable Oil

Pump Solenoid, Variable Intake Solenoid Valve, Cooling Fan Controller, Air

Conditioner Comp Relay

SENSOR4

10A

SENSOR6

ECU2

15A

Injector #1~#4

Power train Control Module

TCU1

ESP (Electronic Stability Program (Electronic Stability Program) Control Mod

ule

-

ABS3/EPB3

7.5A

POWER OUTLET2

POWER OUTLET1

20A

Front Power Outlet

Luggage Power Outlet

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Maintenance

Fuses

Relay

Refer to the following table for the relay

type.

Relay Name

Rear Heated Relay

TYPE

MICRO

Start Relay

Fuel Pump Relay

Windshield Heated Relay LH

PTC Heater Relay #1

Windshield Heated Relay RH

E-CVVT Relay (Theta Engine)

Blower Relay

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Maintenance

Fuses

Engine compartment fuse panel (Battery terminal cover)

ONQ5061062

ONQ5061025

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

CAUTION

Light bulbs are installed in various parts

of the vehicle to provide lighting inside

and outside the vehicle as well as to alert

other vehicles.

Headlamp lens

To prevent damage, do not clean the

headlamp lens with chemical solvents or

strong detergents.

Bulb replacement precaution

Please keep extra bulbs on hand with

appropriate wattage ratings in case of

emergencies.

NOTICE

僅 If the light bulb or lamp connector is

removed while the lamp is still on, the

fuse box's electronic system may log

it as a malfunction. Therefore, a lamp

malfunction incident may be recorded

as a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) in

the fuse box.

Refer to "Bulb wattage" on page 9-4.

When changing lamps, first turn off the

vehicle at a safe place, firmly apply the

parking brake and detach the battery's

negative (-) terminal.

僅 It is normal for an operating lamp to

flicker momentarily. This is due to a

stabilization function of the vehicle's

electronic control device. If the lamp

lights up normally after momentarily

WARNING

Working on the lights

Prior to start working on the light sys

tem, firmly apply the parking brake,

-

ensure that turn the ignition switch or

ENGINE START/STOP button and turn

off the lights to avoid sudden movement

of the vehicle and burning your fingers

or receiving an electric shock.

blinking, then it is functioning as nor

mal.

-

However, if the lamp continues to

flicker several times or turns off com

pletely, there may be an error in the

vehicle's electronic control device.

Please have the vehicle checked by

-

Use only bulbs of the specified wattage.

an authorized Kia dealer immediately.

CAUTION

Light replacement

NOTICE

Be sure to replace the burned-out bulb

with one of the same wattage rating.

Otherwise, it may cause damage to the

fuse or electric wiring system.

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Have the headlamp aiming adjusted by

an authorized Kia dealer after an acci

dent or after the headlamp assembly is

reinstalled.

-

Fully install light bulbs and any parts

used to secure them. Failure to do so

may result in heat damage, fire, or water

entering the headlamp unit. This may

NOTICE

You can find moisture inside the lens of

lamps after a car wash or driving in the

rain. It is a natural event caused by the

temperature difference between the

inside and the outside of the lamp and

does not mean there is a problem with

damage the headlamps or cause con

densation to build up on the lens. To

prevent damage or fire, make sure bulbs

are fully seated and locked.

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

its functions. The moisture inside the

lamp would disappear if you drive the

vehicle with the headlamp turned on.

However, the level at which the moisture

is removed may differ depending on the

size/location/condition of the lamp. If the

moisture continues to stay inside the

lamp, have the vehicle checked by an

authorized Kia dealer.

Headlamp – Type B

ONQ5A083004

Fog lamp

If you don't have the necessary tools, the

correct bulbs and the expertise, consult

an authorized Kia dealer. In many cases,

it is difficult to replace vehicle light bulbs

because other parts of the vehicle must

be removed before you can get to the

bulb. This is especially true if you have to

remove the headlamp assembly to get

to the bulb(s).

ONQ5061095L

1

Headlamp (Low) (LED type)

Headlamp (High) (LED type)

2

3

4

5

Front turn signal lamp (Bulb type)

Front turn signal lamp (LED type)

Removing/installing the headlamp

assembly can result in damage to the

Day time running lamp/Position lamp

(LED type)

-

vehicle. If non-genuine parts or substan

dard bulbs are used, it may lead to blow

ing a fuse or other wiring damages.

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7

Front fog lamp (LED type)

Do not install extra lamps or LEDs to the

vehicle. If additional lights are installed, it

Front side marker lamp (LED type)

Light bulb position (Rear)

-

may lead to lamp malfunctions and flick

ering. Additionally, the fuse box and

other wiring may be damaged.

Rear combination lamp - Type A

Light bulb position (Front)

Headlamp – Type A

ONQ5A083001

Rear combination lamp - Type B

ONQ5A083003

ONQ5A083002

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

A skilled technician should check or

repair the LED lamp, for it may damage

related parts of the vehicle.

Replacing front turn signal lamp

(Bulb type)

ONQ5061094L

ONQ5061029

1

Stop lamp (LED type)

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

Stop lamp (Bulb type)

Rear turn signal lamp (LED type)

Rear turn signal lamp (Bulb type)

Tail lamp (LED type)

2. Remove the socket from the assembly

by turning the socket counterclock

-

wise until the tabs on the socket align

with the slots on the assembly.

High mounted stop lamp (LED type)

License plate lamp (LED type)

Backup lamp (LED type)

3. Remove the bulb from the socket by

pressing it in and rotating it counter

clockwise until the tabs on the bulb

align with the slots in the socket. Pull

the bulb out of the socket

-

Rear side marker lamp (Bulb type)

Light bulb position (Side) (if

equipped)

4. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into

the socket and rotating it until it locks

into place.

5. Install the socket in the assembly by

aligning the tabs on the socket with

the slots in the assembly. Push the

socket into the assembly and turn the

socket clockwise.

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ONQ5061030

6. Connect the negative terminal from

the battery.

1

Side repeater lamp (LED type)

Replacing lights (LED type)

If the LED lamp does not operate, have

your vehicle checked by a professional

workshop. Have the checked by an

authorized Kia dealer. The LED lamp

cannot be replaced as a single compo

-

nent because it is an integrated unit. The

LED lamp has to be replaced with the

unit.

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

wise until the tabs on the socket align

with the slots on the assembly.

Replacing high mounted stop

lamp (LED type)

ONQ5061033L

ONQ5061125N

1) Stop lamp bulb2) Rear turn signal

lamp bulb

If the high mounted stop lamp (LED)

does not operate, have your vehicle

checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

8. Remove the bulb from the socket by

pressing it in and rotating it counter

clockwise until the tabs on the bulb

align with the slots in the socket.

-

The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a

single unit because it is an integrated

unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced

with the unit.

Pull the bulb out of the socket.

9. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into

the socket and rotating it until it locks

into place.

A skilled technician should check or

repair the high mounted stop lamp

(LED), for it may damage related parts of

the vehicle.

10.Install the socket in the assembly by

aligning the tabs on the socket with

the slots in the assembly.

Replacing rear turn signal lamp,

stop lamp (Bulb type)

Push the socket into the assembly

and turn the socket clockwise.

11.Install the rear combination lamp

assembly to the body of the vehicle.

12.Install the service cover.

Replacing license plate lamp

(Bulb type)

ONQ5061032

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2. Open the liftgate.

3. Open the service cover.

4. Loosen the light assembly retaining

screws with a cross-tip screw driver.

ONQ5061038

5. Remove the rear combination lamp

assembly from the body of the vehi

cle.

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

-

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lens cover from lamp housing.

6. Disconnect the rear combination lamp

connector.

3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

7. Remove the socket from the assembly

by turning the socket counterclock

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

4. Install a new bulb in the socket.

Replacing room lamp (Bulb type)

5. Align the lens cover tabs with the

lamp housing notches and snap the

lens into place.

Replacing map lamp (Bulb type)

ONQ5061043

WARNING

Interior lamps

Prior to working on the Interior lamps,

ensure that the "OFF" button is

depressed to avoid burning your fingers

or receiving an electric shock.

ONQ5061039

WARNING

Interior lamps

Prior to working on the Interior lamps,

ensure that the "OFF" button is

depressed to avoid burning your fingers

or receiving an electric shock.

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lens cover from lamp housing.

3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

4. Install a new bulb in the socket.

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lens cover from lamp housing.

5. Align the lens cover tabs with the

lamp housing notches and snap the

lens into place.

3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

4. Install a new bulb in the socket.

CAUTION

5. Align the lens cover tabs with the

lamp housing notches and snap the

lens into place.

Be careful not to dirty or damage the

lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

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CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the

lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

Replacing vanity mirror lamp

(Bulb type)

Replacing glove box lamp (Bulb

type)

ONQ5061041

WARNING

Interior lamps

Prior to working on the Interior lamps,

ensure that the "OFF" button is

ONQ5061042_2

depressed to avoid burning your fingers

or receiving an electric shock.

WARNING

Interior lamps

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

Prior to working on the Interior lamps,

ensure that the "OFF" button is

depressed to avoid burning your fingers

or receiving an electric shock.

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lamp assembly from interior.

3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

4. Install a new bulb in the socket.

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lamp assembly from interior.

5. Install the lamp assembly to interior.

CAUTION

3. Remove the cover from the lamp

assembly.

Be careful not to dirty or damage the

lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

5. Install a new bulb in the socket.

6. Install the cover to the lamp assembly.

7. Install the lamp assembly to interior.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the

lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

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Maintenance

Appearance care

Replacing luggage lamp (Bulb

type)

Appearance care

Use the information in the following sec

-

tions to keep the exterior and interior of

your vehicle clean.

Exterior care

Use the information in the following sec

tions to maintain the exterior of your

vehicle. Keeping the exterior clean is not

only aesthetically pleasing, but it also

helps to prolong the life of the vehicle.

-

ONQ5061045

WARNING

Interior lamps

NOTICE

Prior to working on the Interior lamps,

ensure that the "OFF" button is

depressed to avoid burning your fingers

or receiving an electric shock.

If you park the vehicle around a stainless

signboard or windshield building etc.,

the plastic exterior trim (bumper, spoiler,

garnish, lamp, outside mirror etc.) may

be damaged by reflected sunlight from

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

the external structure. To avoid damag

-

ing the plastic exterior trim, park the

vehicle away from the areas where the

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lamp assembly from interior.

reflected light may occur or use a vehi

cle cover. (Depending on the vehicle, the

type of exterior trim applied such as

spoiler may differ.)

-

3. Remove the cover from the lamp

assembly.

4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

5. Install a new bulb in the socket.

6. Install the cover to the lamp assembly.

7. Install the lamp assembly to interior.

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.

CAUTION

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Be careful not to dirty or damage the

lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

Finish maintenance

Washing

To help protect your vehicle's finish from

rust and deterioration, wash it thor

-

oughly 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-

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Maintenance

Appearance care

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.

performance is impaired, dry the brakes

by applying them lightly while maintain

-

ing a slow forward speed.

High-pressure washing

When using high-pressure washers,

Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,

industrial pollution and similar deposits

can damage your vehicle's finish if not

removed immediately.

make sure to maintain sufficient dis

-

tance from the vehicle.

Insufficient clearance or excessive pres

-

sure can lead to component damage or

water penetration.

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.

Do not spray the camera, sensors or its

surrounding area directly with a high

pressure washer. Shock applied from

high pressure water may cause the

device to not operate normally.

After washing, rinse the vehicle thor

-

oughly with lukewarm or cold water. Do

not allow soap to dry on the finish.

Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots

(rubber or plastic covers) or connectors

as they may be damaged if they come

into contact with high pressure water.

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 maintain

ing a slow forward speed.

-

WARNING

After washing the vehicle, test the

CAUTION

brakes while driving slowly to see if they

have been affected by water. If braking

performance is impaired, dry the brakes

僅 Do not use strong soap, chemical

detergents or hot water, and do not

wash the vehicle in direct sunlight or

by applying them lightly while maintain

-

ing a slow forward speed.

when the body of the vehicle is warm.

僅 Be careful when washing the side win

dows of your vehicle, especially with

high-pressure water. Water may leak

through the windows and wet the

interior.

-

CAUTION

Wetting engine compartment

僅 To prevent damage to the plastic

parts and lamps, do not clean with

chemical solvents or strong deter

gents.

-

ONQ5051042L

WARNING

僅 Water washing in the engine compart

ment including high pressure water

washing may cause the failure of elec

-

After washing the vehicle, test the

brakes while driving slowly to see if they

have been affected by water. If braking

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Maintenance

Appearance care

trical circuits located in the engine

compartment.

Be careful not to touch the lens when

waxing the lamps.

僅 Never allow water or other liquids to

CAUTION

come in contact with electrical/elec

-

Drying vehicle

tronic components and air duct inside

the vehicle as this may damage them.

僅 Wiping dust or dirt off the body with a

dry cloth will scratch the finish.

僅 After the vehicle has been washed,

brake carefully while paying attention

僅 Do not use steel wool, abrasive clean

-

ers, acid detergents or strong deter

-

to the traffic conditions until the brak

-

gents containing high alkaline or

ing effect has been fully restored.

caustic agents on chrome-plated or

anodized aluminum parts. This may

result in damage to the protective

coating and cause discoloration or

paint deterioration.

NOTICE

Matte paint finish vehicle (if

equipped)

Automatic car wash which uses rotating

brushes should not be used as this can

damage the surface of your vehicle. A

steam cleaner which washes the vehicle

surface at high temperature may cause

the oil to adhere and leave stains that is

difficult to remove.

NOTICE

Matte paint finish vehicle (if

equipped)

Do not use any polish protector such as

a detergent, an abrasive or a polish. In

case wax is applied, remove the wax

immediately using a silicon remover and

if any tar or tar contaminant is on the

surface use a tar remover to clean.

Use a soft cloth (e.g. microfiber towel or

sponge) when washing your vehicle and

dry with a microfiber towel. When you

hand wash your vehicle, you should not

use a cleaner that finishes with wax.

However, be careful not to apply too

much pressure on the painted area.

Waxing

Wax the vehicle when water will no lon

ger bead on the paint.

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Finish damage repair

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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.

Always wash and dry the vehicle before

waxing. Use a good quality liquid or

paste wax, and follow the manufac

-

turer's instructions. Wax all metal trim to

protect it and to maintain its luster.

NOTICE

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.

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.

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Maintenance

Appearance care

Aluminum wheel maintenance

NOTICE

The aluminum wheels are coated with a

clear protective finish.

Matte paint finish vehicle (if

equipped)

僅 Do not use any abrasive cleaner, pol

ishing compound, solvent, or wire

brushes on aluminum wheels. They

may scratch or damage the finish.

-

In case of matte paint finish vehicles, it is

impossible to modify only the damaged

area and repair of the whole part is nec

-

essary.

僅 Clean the wheel when it has cooled.

If the vehicle is damaged and painting is

required, have your vehicle maintained

and repaired by an authorized Kia

僅 Use only a 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

prevent corrosion.

dealer. Take extreme care, as it is diffi

cult to restore the quality after the

repair.

-

僅 Avoid washing the wheels with high

speed vehicle wash brushes.

僅 Do not use any alkaline or acid deter

-

Bright-metal maintenance

gents It may damage and corrode the

aluminum wheels coated with a clear

protective finish.

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.

Corrosion protection

Protecting your vehicle from cor

rosion

-

During winter weather or in coastal

areas, cover the bright metal parts with

a heavier coating of wax or preservative.

By using the most advanced design and

construction practices to combat corro

-

If necessary, coat the parts with non-cor

rosive petroleum jelly or other protective

compound.

-

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.

Underbody maintenance

Road salt and other corrosive chemicals

are used in cold weather states to melt

snow and prevent ice accumulation. If

these chemicals are not regularly

removed, they will corrode the vehicle

underbody and, over time, damage

many parts: the fuel lines, the fuel tank

Common causes of corrosion

The most common causes of corrosion

on your vehicle are:

僅 Road salt, dirt and moisture that is

allowed to accumulate underneath

the vehicle.

retention system, the vehicle's suspen

-

sion, the exhaust system, and even the

body frame.

僅 Removal of paint or protective coat

ings by stones, gravel, abrasion or

-

minor scrapes and dents which leave

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Maintenance

Appearance care

unprotected metal exposed to corro

-

Keep your vehicle clean

sion.

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

important.

-

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.

-

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 pre

vent corrosion. In winter, hose off the

underside of your vehicle at least once a

-

month and be sure to clean the under

-

Moisture breeds corrosion

side thoroughly when winter is over.

Moisture creates the conditions in which

corrosion is most likely to occur. For

example, corrosion is accelerated by

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 thor

ough job; just dampening the accumu

lated mud rather than washing it away

will accelerate corrosion rather than pre

vent it. Water under high pressure and

steam are particularly effective in

-

high humidity, particularly when tem

-

peratures are just above freezing. In

-

such conditions, the corrosive material is

kept in contact with the vehicle's surface

by moisture that evaporates slowly.

-

Mud is particularly corrosive because it

dries slowly and holds moisture in con

-

removing accumulated mud and corro

sive materials.

-

tact with the vehicle. Although the mud

appears to be dry, it can still retain the

moisture and promote corrosion.

When cleaning lower door panels, rocker

panels and frame members, be sure that

drain holes are kept open so that mois

ture can escape and not be trapped

inside to accelerate 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

-

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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.

Keep your garage dry

Don't park your vehicle in a damp,

poorly ventilated garage. This creates a

favorable 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.

To help prevent corrosion

You can help prevent corrosion from

beginning by observing the following:

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Maintenance

Appearance care

Keep paint and trim in good con

dition

-

CAUTION

Electrical components

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.

Never allow water or other liquids to

come in contact with electrical/electronic

components inside the vehicle as this

may damage them.

-

CAUTION

Leather

Bird droppings: Bird droppings are

highly corrosive and may damage

painted surfaces in just a few hours.

Always remove bird droppings as soon

as possible.

When cleaning leather products (steer

ing wheel, seats etc.), use neutral deter

-

gents 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 surface may get

stripped off.

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.

Taking care of leather seats

僅 Vacuum the seat periodically to

remove dust and sand on the seat. It

will prevent abrasion or damage of

the leather and maintain its quality.

These should be carried only in proper

containers and any spills or leaks should

be cleaned up, flushed with clean water

and thoroughly dried.

僅 Wipe the leather seat cover often with

dry or soft cloth.

Interior care

僅 Sufficient use of a leather protective

may prevent abrasion of the cover

and helps maintain the color. Be sure

to read the instructions and consult a

specialist when using leather coating

or protective agents.

Use the information in the following sec

tions to maintain the interior of your

vehicle.

-

Interior general precautions

Prevent chemicals such as perfume, cos

metic oil, sun cream, hand cleaner, and

air freshener from contacting the interior

parts because they may cause damage

or discoloration. If they do contact the

-

僅 Leather with bright colors (beige,

cream beige) is easily contaminated

and clear in appearance. Clean the

seats frequently.

僅 Avoid wiping with wet cloth. It may

cause the surface to crack.

interior parts, wipe them off immedi

ately. If necessary, use a mixture of

-

warm water and mild non-detergent

cleaner (test all cleaners on a concealed

area before use). Use proper car cleaner

to clean interior parts.

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Maintenance

Appearance care

Cleaning the leather seats

Cleaning the upholstery and inte

-

rior trim

Remove all contaminations instantly.

Refer to instructions below for removal

of each contaminant.

Car interior surfaces

僅 Cosmetic products (sunscreen, foun

dation, etc.)

-

Remove dust and loose dirt from interior

surfaces with a whisk broom or a vac

-

uum cleaner. If necessary, clean interior

surfaces with a mixture of warm water

and mild non-detergent cleaner (test all

cleaners on a concealed area before

use).

- Apply cleansing cream on a cloth

and wipe the contaminated point.

Wipe off the cream with a wet cloth

and remove water with a dry cloth.

僅 Beverages (coffee, soft drink, etc.)

- Apply a small amount of neutral

detergent and wipe until contami

Fabric

-

Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric

with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.

nations do not smear.

僅 Oil, blue jeans/clothes (Color transfer)

Clean with a mild soap solution recom

-

- Remove oil/stain instantly with

absorbable cloth and wipe with

stain remover for leather only.

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

僅 Chewing gum

- Harden the gum with ice and

remove gradually.

affected. Also, its fire-resistant proper

-

ties can be reduced if the material is not

properly maintained.

Fabric seat cover (if equipped)

Using anything but recommended

cleaners and procedures may affect the

fabric's appearance and fire-resistant

properties.

Please clean the fabric seats regularly

with a vacuum cleaner in consideration

of fabric material characteristics. If they

are heavily soiled with beverage stains,

etc., use a suitable interior cleaner. To

prevent damage to seat covers, wipe off

the seat covers down to the seams with

a large wiping motion and moderate

Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt

webbing

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Clean the belt webbing with any mild

pressure using a soft sponge or microfi

-

soap solution recommended for clean

-

ber cloth.

ing upholstery or carpet. Follow the

Velcro closures on clothing or sharp

objects may cause snagging or

scratches on the surface of the seats.

instructions provided with the soap. Do

not bleach or re-dye the webbing

because this may weaken it.

Make sure not to rub such objects

against the surface.

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Emission control system

Cleaning the interior window

glass

Emission control system

The emission control system of your

vehicle is covered by a written limited

warranty. Please see the warranty infor

mation contained in the Warranty &

Consumer Information manual in your

vehicle.

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.

-

Your vehicle is equipped with an emis

-

sion control system to meet all applica

ble emission regulations. There are three

emission control systems, as follows.

-

CAUTION

Rear window

Do not scrape or scratch the inside of

the rear window. This may result in dam

age of the rear window defroster grid.

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 autho

-

rized Kia dealer in accordance with the

maintenance schedule in this manual.

Caution for the Inspection and

Maintenance Test (With Elec

-

tronic Stability Control (ESC) sys

tem)

-

僅

To prevent the vehicle from misfir

ing during dynamometer testing,

turn the ESC off by pressing the

ESC switch.

-

After dynamometer testing is com

pleted, turn the ESC back on by

pressing the ESC switch again.

-

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 sup

-

plies fresh filtered air to the crankcase

through the air intake hose. Inside the

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crankcase, the fresh air mixes with blow-

by gases, which then pass through the

Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV)

valve into the induction system.

3. Exhaust emission control sys

tem

-

The exhaust emission control system is a

highly effective system which controls

exhaust emissions while maintaining

good vehicle performance.

2. Evaporative emission control

(including Onboard Refueling

Vapor Recovery (ORVR)) system

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.

The evaporative emission control system

is designed to prevent fuel vapors from

escaping into the atmosphere. (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.)

僅 If you use authorized electronic

devices, it may cause the vehicle to

operate abnormally, wire damage,

battery discharge and fire. For your

safety, do not use unauthorized elec

tronic devices.

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.

-

Engine exhaust gas precautions

(carbon monoxide)

僅 Carbon monoxide can be present with

other exhaust fumes. Therefore, if you

smell exhaust fumes of any kind

Purge Control Solenoid Valve

(PCSV)

inside your vehicle, have it inspected

and repaired immediately. If you ever

suspect exhaust fumes are coming

into your vehicle, drive it only with all

the windows fully open. Have your

The Purge Control Solenoid Valve

(PCSV) is controlled by the Engine Con

trol Module (ECM); when the engine

coolant temperature is low during idling,

the PCSV closes so that evaporated fuel

is not taken into the engine. After the

-

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vehicle checked and repaired immedi

ately.

-

engine warms up during ordinary driv

-

ing, the PCSV opens to introduce evapo

rated fuel to the engine.

-

WARNING

Exhaust

Engine exhaust gases contain carbon

monoxide (CO). Though colorless and

odorless, it is dangerous and could be

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lethal if inhaled. Follow the instructions

on this page to avoid CO poisoning.

trol. It may present a fire risk under

certain conditions.

僅 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.

Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic

converter emission control device.

Therefore, the following precautions

must be observed:

僅 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.

僅 Use only UNLEADED FUEL for gaso

line engines.

-

僅 Do not operate the vehicle when there

are signs of engine malfunction, such

as misfire or a noticeable loss of per

-

僅 Never sit in a parked or stopped vehi

cle for any extended time with the

engine running.

-

formance.

僅 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.

僅 When the engine stalls or fails to start,

excessive attempts to restart the

engine may cause damage to the

emission control system.

僅 Do not operate the engine at high idle

speed for extended periods (5 min

-

utes or more).

Operating precautions for cata

lytic converters

-

僅 Do not modify or tamper with any

part of the engine or emission control

system. All inspections and adjust

ments must be made by an autho

rized Kia dealer.

-

WARNING

Catalytic converter

Keep away from the catalytic converter

and exhaust system while the vehicle is

running or immediately thereafter. The

exhaust and catalytic systems are very

hot and may burn you.

僅 Avoid driving with an 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

WARNING

Fire

converter and to your vehicle. Addition

-

ally, such actions could void your war

-

ranties.

僅 Do not park, idle or drive the vehicle

over or near flammable objects, such

as grass, vegetation, paper, leaves,

etc. A hot exhaust system can ignite

flammable items under your vehicle.

僅 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 corrosion con

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