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Maintenance

Appearance care

Replacing luggage lamp (Bulb

type)

Appearance care

Use the information in the following sec

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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.

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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

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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.)

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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.

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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

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oughly and frequently at least once a

month with lukewarm or cold water.

If you use your vehicle for off-road driv

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ing, you should wash it after each off-

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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

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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

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tance from the vehicle.

Insufficient clearance or excessive pres

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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CAUTION

Wetting engine compartment

僅 To prevent damage to the plastic

parts and lamps, do not clean with

chemical solvents or strong deter

gents.

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ONQ5051042L

WARNING

僅 Water washing in the engine compart

ment including high pressure water

washing may cause the failure of elec

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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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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

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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

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ers, acid detergents or strong deter

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to the traffic conditions until the brak

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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

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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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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.

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In case of matte paint finish vehicles, it is

impossible to modify only the damaged

area and repair of the whole part is nec

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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

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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.

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僅 Avoid washing the wheels with high

speed vehicle wash brushes.

僅 Do not use any alkaline or acid deter

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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

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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

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If necessary, coat the parts with non-cor

rosive petroleum jelly or other protective

compound.

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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

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sion, the exhaust system, and even the

body frame.

僅 Removal of paint or protective coat

ings by stones, gravel, abrasion or

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minor scrapes and dents which leave

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unprotected metal exposed to corro

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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.

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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.

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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

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month and be sure to clean the under

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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

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high humidity, particularly when tem

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peratures are just above freezing. In

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such conditions, the corrosive material is

kept in contact with the vehicle's surface

by moisture that evaporates slowly.

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Mud is particularly corrosive because it

dries slowly and holds moisture in con

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removing accumulated mud and corro

sive materials.

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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

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ventilated so the moisture can be dis

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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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Keep paint and trim in good con

dition

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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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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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Cleaning the leather seats

Cleaning the upholstery and inte

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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.)

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Remove dust and loose dirt from interior

surfaces with a whisk broom or a vac

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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

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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

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- 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

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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

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soap solution recommended for clean

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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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