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Maintenance

Engine compartment

Maintenance

Engine compartment

Smartstream G2.5 GDi (Gasoline)

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Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi (Gasoline)

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

1. Engine coolant reservoir

2. Brake fluid reservoir

3. Air cleaner

9. Positive battery terminal

4. Engine oil dipstick

5. Engine oil filler cap

6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

7. Fuse box

8. Negative 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

dures.

Should you have any doubts concerning

the inspection or servicing of your vehi

cle, have an authorized Kia dealer per

form this work.

An authorized Kia dealer has factory-

trained technicians and genuine Kia

parts to service your vehicle properly.

For expert advice and quality service,

see an authorized Kia dealer.

Inadequate, incomplete or insufficient

servicing may result in operational prob

lems with your vehicle that could lead to

vehicle damage, an accident, or personal

injury.

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Owner maintenance precautions

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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.

As explained earlier in this section, sev

eral procedures can be done only by an

authorized Kia dealer with special tools.

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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

unsure about any servicing or mainte

nance procedure, have it done by an

authorized Kia dealer.

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Owner's responsibility

NOTICE

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

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

WARNING

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

rings, bracelets, watches, and necklaces)

and all neckties, scarves, and similar

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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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loose clothing before getting near cool

ing fans.

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Repairs and adjustments required as a

result of improper maintenance or a lack

of required maintenance are not cov

ered.

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Maintenance

Owner maintenance

WARNING

Touching metal parts

The following lists are vehicle checks

and inspections that should be per

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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

perform maintenance work on the vehi

cle.

formed by the owner or an authorized

Kia dealer at the frequencies indicated

to help ensure safe, dependable opera

tion of your vehicle.

Any adverse conditions should be

brought to the attention of your dealer

as soon as possible.

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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

ervoir.

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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.

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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:

僅 Note any changes in the sound of the

exhaust or any smell of exhaust

fumes in the vehicle.

At least once every 6 months:

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 When stopping, listen and check for

unusual sounds, pulling to one side,

increased brake pedal travel or "hard-

to-push" brake pedal.

僅 Check the muffler, exhaust pipes,

shields and clamps.

僅 Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear

and function.

At least once a year:

僅 Clean the body and door drain holes.

僅 Lubricate the door hinges and check

the hood hinges.

僅 Lubricate the door and hood locks

and latches.

僅 Lubricate the door rubber weather

strips.

僅 Check the air conditioning system.

僅 Inspect and lubricate transmission

linkage and controls.

僅 If any slipping or changes in the oper

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ation of your transmission occurs,

take your vehicle to an authorized Kia

dealer.

僅 Check the transmission P (Park) func

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tion.

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僅 Check the parking brake.

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 Clean the battery and terminals.

僅 Check the brake fluid level.

At least monthly:

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 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 inflation pressures of all

tires including the spare 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

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.

vice

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Scheduled maintenance service

precaution

Follow the Normal Maintenance Sched

ule if the vehicle is usually operated

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僅 If the deterioration of the engine oil

increases depending on the driver’s

driving severity, the remaining oil life

where none of the following conditions

apply. If any of the following conditions

apply, follow the Maintenance Under

Severe Usage Conditions.

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 Extensive engine idling or low speed

driving for long distances

僅 Driving on rough, dusty, muddy,

unpaved, graveled or salt-spread

roads

alert appears on the instrument clus

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ter before the normal engine oil

replacement interval. Have the engine

oil and filter be changed by an autho

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rized Kia dealer.

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.

Also, check the amount of engine oil

regularly as this system assumes that

the engine oil is being filled normally.

僅 Always reset the remaining engine oil

life whenever the engine oil is

僅 Driving in areas using salt or other

corrosive materials or in very cold

weather

僅 Driving in heavy dust condition

僅 Driving in heavy traffic area

changed. Otherwise, the Oil Life Man

agement System will not be correct.

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僅 Driving on uphill, downhill, or moun

tain road repeatedly

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僅 If there is no alert until the maximum

maintenance interval, have vehicle be

checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

僅 Using for towing or camping and driv

ing with loading on the roof

僅 Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other

commercial use of vehicle towing

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僅 Frequently driving under high speed

or rapid acceleration/deceleration.

僅 Frequently driving in stop-and-go

condition

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

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8

24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144

16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96

26 39 52 65 78 91 104 117 130 143 156

Rotate every 13,000 km (8,000 miles)

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

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Tire rotation

Fuel additives ^*1

Smartstream G2.5 GDi

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

Engine oil and

R

engine oil filter ^*2

Climate control air filter

Air cleaner filter (Engine)

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

lnspect every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months,

Replace every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 48 months

Brake fluid

Smartstream G2.5 GDi

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

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

Spark plugs

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

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

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

Coolant (Engine) ^*3

Air conditioner refrigerant

Air conditioner compressor

Battery condition

Vacuum hoses

Brake discs and pads

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Suspension ball joints

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

Exhaust system

I

Intercooler in/out

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

I

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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

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I

hose, air intake hose

Drive shaft and boots

Propeller shaft (AWD)

Parking brake (Foot type)

Fuel tank and fuel cap

Fuel tank air filter

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Fuel lines, hoses and connections

Cooling system

I

Drive belts (Engine) ^*5

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Maintenance

Scheduled maintenance service

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

Miles×1,000

Km×1,000

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8

24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144

16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96

26 39 52 65 78 91 104 117 130 143 156

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Differential oil (rear) (AWD) ^*6

Transfer case oil (AWD) ^*7

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

No service required

Automatic transmis

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Smartstream G2.5 GDi

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

sion (AT) fluid

Dual clutch trans

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I

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I

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I

mission (DCT) fluid^*4

*1. Fuel additives

*3. Coolant (Engine)

Kia recommends that you use Tier 1

When adding coolant, use only deion-

unleaded gasoline which has an octane

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.

rating of RON (Research Octane Num

ber) 95/AKI (Anti Knock Index) 91 or

higher.

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For customers who do not use good

quality gasolines including fuel addi

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tives regularly, and have problems start

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*4. Dual clutch transmission

(DCT) fluid

If the vehicle has been submerged in

water or in a flooded area, the fluids

should be changed as a precaution.

ing or the engine does not run smoothly,

one bottle of additives should be added

to the fuel tank at every 8,000 miles

(13,000 km).

Additives are available from an autho

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rized Kia dealer. Do not mix with other

additives.

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*5. Drive belts (Engine)

Inspect alternator, water pump and air

conditioner drive belt and if necessary,

repair or replace. Inspect drive belt ten

sioner, idler and alternator pulley and if

necessary correct or replace.

*2. Engine oil and engine oil filter

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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. Differential oil (rear) (AWD)

If the vehicle has been submerged in

water or in a flooded area, the fluids

should be changed as a precaution.

The engine oil change interval for nor

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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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the engine oil according to the mainte

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*7. Transfer case oil (AWD)

If the vehicle has been submerged in

water or in a flooded area, the fluids

should be changed as a precaution.

nance schedule under severe operating

conditions.

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Maintenance

Scheduled maintenance service

僅 If there are some important safety

Fuel filter (Gasoline engine)

matters like fuel flow restriction, surg

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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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ing, loss of power, hard starting prob

lem etc, replace the fuel filter

immediately regardless of mainte

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nance schedule and consult an autho

rized Kia dealer for details.

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Maintenance under severe usage conditions

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

R: Replace or change.

Maintenance

Maintenance item

Maintenance intervals

Driving condition

D, H, I

operation

Smartstream G2.5

GDi

Engine oil and engine oil

filter

R

Every 8,000 km(5,000

miles) or 6 months

Smartstream G2.5 T-

GDi

Smartstream G2.5

GDi

R

Spark plugs

More frequently

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

Smartstream G2.5 T-

GDi

Air cleaner filter

R

More frequently

C, E

Climate control air filter

C, E, G

Automatic transmission Smartstream G2.5

(AT) fluid GDi

R

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

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

C, E, G, H, I, J

Every 91,000 km

(56,000 miles)

Dual clutch transmission Smartstream G2.5 T-

(DCT) fluid GDi

Every 117,000 km (72,000

miles)

Differential oil (rear) (AWD)

Transfer case oil (AWD)

Every 117,000 km (72,000

miles)

C, E, G, H, I, J

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, I, J, K

C, D, G, H

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

Propeller shaft (AWD)

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Maintenance

Explanation of scheduled maintenance items

Severe driving conditions

Explanation of scheduled

maintenance items

Engine oil and filter

The engine oil and filter should be

changed at the intervals specified in the

maintenance schedule. If the vehicle is

being driven in severe conditions, more

frequent oil and filter changes are

required.

A: Repeatedly driving short distance of

less than 8 km (5 miles) in normal tem

perature or less than 16 km (10 miles) in

freezing temperature.

B: Extensive engine idling or low speed

driving for long distances.

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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

tain roads repeatedly.

H: Using for towing or camping and driv

ing with loading on the roof

Drive belts

Inspect all drive belts for evidence of

cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil satu

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ration and replace if necessary. Drive

belts should be checked periodically for

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proper tension and adjusted as neces

sary.

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CAUTION

I: Driving for patrol car, taxi, other com

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When you are inspecting the belt, place

the ignition switch or ENGINE START/

STOP button in the LOCK/OFF or ACC

position.

mercial use of vehicle towing.

J: Frequently driving under high speed

or rapid acceleration/deceleration

K: Frequently driving in stop-and-go

conditions.

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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If there are some important safety mat

ters like fuel flow restriction, surging,

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loss of power, hard starting problem etc.,

replace the fuel filter immediately

regardless of maintenance schedule and

consult an authorized Kia dealer for

details.

Fuel lines, fuel hoses and connec

tions

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Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and con

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nections for leakage and damage. Have

the fuel lines, fuel hoses and connec

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Maintenance

Explanation of scheduled maintenance items

tions replaced by an authorized Kia

dealer.

WARNING

Do not disconnect and inspect spark

plugs when the engine is hot. You may

burn yourself.

Fuel tank and fuel cap

The fuel tank and fuel cap should be

inspected at those intervals specified in

the maintenance schedule. Make sure

that a new fuel tank and fuel cap is cor

rectly replaced.

Cooling system

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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.

Vacuum crankcase ventilation

hoses

Inspect the surface of hoses for evi

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Coolant

dence of heat and/or mechanical dam

age. Hard and brittle rubber, cracking,

tears, cuts, abrasions, and excessive

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The coolant should be changed at the

intervals specified in the maintenance

schedule.

swelling indicate deterioration. Particular

attention should be paid to examine

those hose surfaces nearest to high heat

sources, such as the exhaust manifold.

Inspect the hose routing to assure that

the hoses do not come in contact with

any heat source, sharp edges or moving

component which might cause heat

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

Dual clutch transmission fluid (if

equipped)

Inspect the dual clutch transmission fluid

according to the maintenance schedule.

Automatic transmission fluid (if

equipped)

Automatic transmission fluid should not

be checked under normal usage condi

tions. Have the automatic transmission

fluid changed by an authorized Kia

dealer.

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is any evidence of deterioration or dam

age.

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NOTICE

Automatic transmission fluid color is

basically red.

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.

Air cleaner filter

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.

When assembling parts, be sure to wipe

CAUTION

The use of a non-specified fluid could

result in transmission malfunction and

failure.

the inside and outside of the boot bot

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tom of the ignition coil and the insulator

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

Use only specified automatic transmis

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Check the linkage for bends or damage.

Check the dust boots and ball joints for

deterioration, cracks, or damage.

Replace any damaged parts.

sion fluid. (Refer to "Recommended

lubricants and capacities" on page 8-7.)

Brake hoses and lines

Drive shafts and boots

Visually check for proper installation,

chafing, cracks, deterioration and any

leakage. Replace any deteriorated or

damaged parts immediately.

Check the drive shafts, boots and

clamps for cracks, deterioration, or dam

age. Replace any damaged parts and, if

necessary, repack the grease.

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Parking brake

Inspect the parking brake system includ

ing the parking brake lever (or pedal)

and cables.

Air conditioning refrigerant

Check the air conditioning lines and con

nections for leakage and damage.

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Propeller shaft

Brake fluid

Check the brake fluid level in the brake

fluid reservoir. The level should be

between "MIN" and "MAX" marks on the

side of the reservoir. Use only hydraulic

Check the propeller shaft, boots, clamps,

rubber coupling and center bearing rub

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ber for cracks, deterioration, or damage.

Replace any damaged parts and if nec

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essary, repack the grease.

brake fluid conforming to DOT 4 specifi

cation.

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Checking fluid levels

When checking engine oil, engine cool

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Exhaust pipe and muffler

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.

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

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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Brake discs, pads and calipers

Check the pads for excessive wear, discs

for run out and wear, and calipers for

fluid leakage.

Suspension mounting bolts

Check the suspension connections for

looseness or damage. Retighten to the

specified torque.

Steering gear box, linkage &

boots/lower arm ball joint

With the vehicle stopped and engine off,

check for excessive free-play in the

steering wheel.

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Maintenance

Engine oil

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. 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.

5. Wipe the dipstick clean and re-insert it

fully.

Engine oil

Checking the engine oil level

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

nance schedule to prevent deterioration

of oil performance.

Check the engine oil following the below

procedure.

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WARNING

Radiator hose

Smartstream G2.5 GDi

Be very careful not to touch the radiator

hose when checking or adding the

engine oil as it may be hot enough to

burn you.

CAUTION

When you wipe the oil level gauge, you

should wipe it with a clean cloth. When

mixed with debris, it can cause engine

damage.

OMQ4A070003

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

Smartstream G2.5 GDi

OMQ4A041592

OMQ4A071004

1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.

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Maintenance

Engine oil

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

engine oil performance may deterio

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rate, and the engine condition may be

affected. Therefore, replace the

engine oil according to the mainte

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nance schedule.

僅 To keep the engine in optimal condi

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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

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schedule for engine oil replacement is

to prevent oil deterioration and it is

irrelevant to oil consumption. Check

and refill engine oil regularly.

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 8-7.)

僅 Do not spill engine oil when adding or

changing engine oil. Wipe off spilled

oil immediately.

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

conditions, traffic conditions, oil qual

ity, etc. Therefore, it is recommended

that you inspect the engine oil level

regularly and refill it if necessary.

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WARNING

Used engine oil

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.

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NOTICE

僅 When the oil pressure is low due to

insufficient engine oil, the Engine Oil

Pressure (

minate.

) warning light will illu-

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

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engine's power is activated and the

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (

)

will illuminate when the vehicle is

driven in this state continuously.

僅 When oil pressure is restored, the

Engine Oil Pressure warning light will

turn off and the engine power will no

longer be limited.

instructions or the maintenance sched

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ule.

僅 If the maintenance schedule to

replace engine oil is exceeded, the

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Maintenance

Engine coolant

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.

Engine coolant

The high-pressure cooling system has a

reservoir filled with year round anti

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freeze coolant. The reservoir is filled at

the factory.

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

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.

CAUTION

僅 When the engine overheats from low

engine coolant, suddenly adding

engine coolant may cause cracks in

the engine. To prevent damage, add

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.

Checking the coolant level

CAUTION

Removing engine

coolant reservoir cap

Never attempt to

remove the engine

coolant reservoir cap

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.

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.

-

When you are sure all the pressure has

been released, press down on the cap,

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18

Maintenance

Engine coolant

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

The electric motor

(cooling fan) is con

-

trolled by engine cool

ant temperature,

-

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,

the electric motor will automatically shut

off. This is a normal condition.

-

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2. Make sure that the tiny protrusions

inside the coolant cap are securely

interlocked.

The electric motor (cooling fan) may

operate until you disconnect the nega

-

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tive battery cable.

Check the condition and connections of

all cooling system hoses and heater

hoses. Replace any swollen or deterio

-

rated hoses.

The coolant level should be filled

between MAX and MIN (F and L) marks

on the side of the coolant reservoir when

the engine is cool.

OMQ4070006

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.

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

coolant filled at the factory. An

-

improper coolant mixture can result in

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Maintenance

Engine coolant

serious malfunction or engine dam

-

prevent the coolant from overflowing

into engine parts such as the alternator.

age.

僅 The engine in your vehicle has alumi

-

num engine parts and must be pro

-

WARNING

Coolant

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

shield and may cause loss of vehicle

control or damage the paint and body

trim.

tected by an ethylene-glycol with

phosphate based coolant to prevent

corrosion and freezing.

僅 DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol

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 Tem

-

perature

Antifreeze

Water

65

-15°C (5°F)

-25°C (-13°F)

-35°C (-31°F)

35

40

50

60

50

-45°C (-49°F)

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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Maintenance

Brake fluid

tem inspected by an authorized Kia

dealer.

Brake fluid

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.

WARNING

Brake fluid

When changing and adding brake fluid,

handle it carefully. Do not let it come in

contact with your eyes. If 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.

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

OMQ4070069

1. Before removing the reservoir cap

and adding brake fluid, clean the area

around the reservoir cap thoroughly

to prevent brake fluid contamination.

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.

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.

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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 8-7.)

-

Never mix different types of fluid.

WARNING

Loss of brake fluid

In the event the brake system requires

frequent additions of fluid, have the sys

-

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Maintenance

Washer fluid

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.

Washer fluid

Checking the washer fluid level

The reservoir is translucent so that you

can check the level with a quick visual

inspection.

OMQ4070007

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.

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.

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22

Maintenance

Parking brake

Air cleaner

Checking the parking brake

Filter replacement

Air cleaner filter must be replaced when

necessary, and should not be washed.

OMQ4070008

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.

OMQ4070009

You can clean the filter when inspecting

the air cleaner compartment. Clean the

filter by using compressed air.

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

cover and release the lock.

Stroke: 8 ~ 9 notch

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OMQ4070014

2. Pull up the air cleaner cover (2) and

open.

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23

Maintenance

Air cleaner

enter the air intake, or damage may

result.

僅 Use parts for replacement from an

authorized Kia dealer.

OMQ4070015

3. Rotate the fixed lever on the filter and

loosen the lock.

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4. Replace the air cleaner filter.

5. Assemble in reverse order.

Replace the filter according to the Main

-

tenance Schedule.

If the vehicle is operated in extremely

dusty or sandy areas, replace the ele

-

ment more often than the usual recom

-

mended intervals. (Refer to

"Maintenance under severe usage con

ditions" on page 7-12)

-

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

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Maintenance

Climate control air filter

3. Remove the climate control air filter

cover by pulling out both sides of the

cover.

Climate control air filter

Filter inspection

The climate control air filter should be

replaced according to the maintenance

schedule. If the vehicle is operated in

severely air-polluted cities or on dusty

rough roads for a long period, it should

be inspected more frequently and

replaced earlier. When you replace the

climate control air filter, replace it per

-

forming the following procedure, and be

careful to avoid damaging other compo

nents.

-

1. Open the glove box and remove the

stoppers on both sides.

OMQ4070019

4. Replace the climate control air filter.

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OMQ4070017

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2. With the glove box open, pull the sup

-

5. Reassemble in the reverse order of

disassembly.

port strap (1).

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.

OMQ4070018

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25

Maintenance

Wiper blades

CAUTION

When the wipers no longer clean ade

quately, the blades may be worn or

cracked, and require replacement.

-

To prevent damage to the wiper blades,

do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint

thinner, or other solvents on or near

them.

To prevent damage to the wiper arms or

other components, do not attempt to

move the wipers manually.

The use of a non-specified wiper blade

could result in wiper malfunction and

failure.

Blade replacement

When the wipers no longer clean ade

quately, the blades may be worn or

cracked, and require replacement.

-

Blade inspection

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the wiper arms or

other components, do not attempt to

move the wipers manually.

CAUTION

The use of a non-specified wiper blade

could result in wiper malfunction and

failure.

Front wiper blade replacement

OMQ4A071022

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

-

OMQ4070023L

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.

For your convenience and to prevent

hood paint damage, you must move the

windshield wiper blades to the service

position as follows.

After turning off the engine, move the

wiper switch to the single wiping (MIST)

position within 20 seconds and hold the

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26

Maintenance

Wiper blades

switch more than 2 seconds until the

wiper blade is in the fully up position.

5. Return the wiper arm onto the wind

-

shield.

6. Turn ignition to the ON position and

wiper arms will return to the normal

operating position.

CAUTION

Wiper arms

僅 Do not allow the wiper arm to fall

against the windshield, since it may

chip or crack the windshield.

Rear wiper blade replacement

僅 Do not pull the wiper arm forward,

since arm could chip hood paint.

1. Raise the wiper arm.

2. Lift up the wiper blade clip. Then pull

down the blade assembly and remove

it.

OMQ4H071117

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.

2. Raise the wiper arm and pull out the

wiper blade assembly.

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3. Install the new blade assembly.

OMQ4070012

3. Lift up the wiper blade, and pull the

blade to remove it.

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4. Make sure that both blade assemblies

are installed firmly by trying to pull it

slightly.

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27

Maintenance

Wiper blades

CAUTION

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

blades are frozen. This is not a mal

-

OMQ4070104L

function, it is a wiper protection sys

tem activated by motor overload

circuit within the wiper motor.

4. Install the new blade assembly by

inserting the center part into the slot

in the wiper arm until it clicks into

place.

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

grease or wax is applied to the blades.

OMQ4070094L

5. Make sure the blade assembly is

installed firmly by trying to pull it

slightly.

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.

To prevent damage to the wiper arms or

other components, have the wiper blade

replaced by a professional workshop.

Kia recommends to visit an authorized

Kia dealer.

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28

Maintenance

Battery

Contact an authorized Kia dealer.

Battery

For best battery service

WARNING

Risk of explosion

Keep lit cigarettes and all other

flames or sparks away from

the battery.

The battery contains hydrogen

-- a highly combustible gas

which will explode if it comes

in contact with a flame or

spark.

Keep batteries out of the reach

of children because batteries

OMQ4070025

contain highly corrosive SUL

-

僅 Keep the battery securely mounted.

僅 Keep the battery top clean and dry.

僅 Keep the terminals and connections

clean, tight, and coated with petro

leum jelly or terminal grease.

僅 Rinse any spilled electrolyte from the

battery immediately with a solution of

water and baking soda.

僅 If the vehicle is not going to be used

for an extended time, disconnect the

battery cables.

FURIC ACID and electrolytes.

Do not allow battery acid to contact your

skin, eyes, clothing or paint finish.

-

Wear eye protection when

charging or working near a

battery. Always provide venti

-

lation when working in an

enclosed space.

Always read the following

instructions carefully when

handling a battery.

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NOTICE

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

If any electrolyte gets into

your eyes, flush your eyes with

-

clean water for at least 15 min

-

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

tion, get medical attention immediately.

-

and UPPER. If the electrolyte level is low,

An inappropriately disposed

battery can be harmful to the

environment and human

health. Dispose the battery

it should be added distilled (demineral

-

ized) water (Never add sulfuric acid or

other electrolyte). When refill, be careful

not to splash the battery and adjacent

according to your local law(s) or regula

-

components. And do not overfill the bat

tery cells. It can cause corrosion on other

parts. Make sure that the cell caps are

tightened.

-

tion.

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29

Maintenance

Battery

The battery contains lead. Do

not dispose of it after use.

Please return the battery to an

authorized Kia dealer to be

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.

recycled.

Never attempt to recharge the battery

when the battery cables are connected.

僅 Do not allow cigarettes, sparks, or

flame near the battery.

僅 Watch the battery during charging,

and stop or reduce the charging rate

in following cases:

1. the battery cells begin gassing

(boiling) violently

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.

-

2. the electrolyte temperature of any

cell exceeds 49 °C (120 °F).

僅 Wear eye protection when checking

the battery during charging.

僅 Before performing maintenance or

recharging the battery, turn off all

accessories and stop the vehicle.

NOTICE

If you connect unauthorized electronic

devices to the battery, the battery may

be discharged. Never use unauthorized

devices.

僅 Disconnect the battery charger in the

following order.

1. Turn off the battery charger main

switch.

2. Unhook the negative clamp from

the negative battery terminal.

3. Unhook the positive clamp from the

positive battery terminal.

WARNING

Recharging battery

Never attempt to recharge the battery

when the battery cables are connected.

WARNING

Battery lead compound

Battery posts, terminals, and related

accessories contain lead and lead com

pounds. Wash hands after handling.

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

Battery recharging

are maintenance free and have the

Should your vehicle's battery become

AGM battery serviced by an autho

-

discharged either run the engine for at

least 60 minutes driving or at idle. Alter

natively you may connect a fully auto

matic regulated charger to the engine

compartment front jumper posts or at

the battery in the liftgate.

rized Kia dealer.

-

For charging your AGM battery, use

only fully automatic battery chargers

that are specially developed for AGM

batteries.

-

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30

Maintenance

Tires and wheels

僅 When replacing the AGM battery, use

Tires and wheels

parts for replacement from an autho

-

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.

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.

Reset items

The following items should be reset after

the battery has been discharged or the

battery has been disconnected.

僅 Auto up/down window (Refer to "Win

dow opening and closing" on page 4-

42)

Recommended cold tire inflation

pressures

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).

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 7-31.

-

僅 Trip computer (Refer to "Trip informa

tion (trip computer)" on page 4-88)

-

僅 Climate control system (Refer to

"Automatic climate control system (if

equipped)" on page 4-146)

僅 Sunroof (Refer to "Panorama sunroof

(if equipped)" on page 4-52)

僅 Driver's seat position (Refer to "Driver

Position Memory System (if

equipped)" on page 4-26)

All specifications (sizes and pressures)

can be found on a label attached to the

driver's side center pillar.

僅 Trip computer information settings

(Refer to "LCD displays" on page 4-

88)

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僅 Radio presets

僅 Clock

OMQ4AH080004

WARNING

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

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31

Maintenance

Tires and wheels

on the road. If you fail to observe this

precaution, you may be driving on

underinflated tires, which may not only

compromise your vehicle's driving stabil

ity, but may also lead to tire damage and

the risk of an accident. This risk is much

higher on hot days and when driving for

long periods at high speeds.

This could result in loss of vehicle control

and potential injury.

-

Checking tire inflation pressure

Check your tires once a month or more.

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

Failure to maintain specified pressure

inflated even when they're underin

-

may result in excessive wear, poor han

-

flated.

dling, reduced fuel economy, deforma

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).

tion of tire and/or wheel, harsh ride

conditions, possibility for additional

damage from road hazards, or result in

tire failure.

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

matches the recommended pressure

on the tire and loading information

label, no further adjustment is neces

sary.

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 mile (1.6 km) since

startup.)

僅 Check the pressure of your spare tire

each time you check the pressure of

other tires. (if equipped)

僅 Never overload your vehicle. Be care

ful not to overload a vehicle luggage

rack if your vehicle is equipped with

one.

-

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

reach the recommended amount.

-

4. If you overfill the tire, release air by

pushing on the metal stem in the cen

-

ter of the tire valve.

5. Recheck the tire pressure with the tire

gauge.

6. Be sure to put the valve caps back on

the valve stems. They help prevent

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.

leaks by keeping out dirt and mois

-

ture.

WARNING

Tire Inflation

Overinflation or underinflation can

reduce tire life, adversely affect vehicle

handling, and lead to sudden tire failure.

Inspect your tires frequently for proper

inflation as well as wear and damage.

Always use a tire pressure gauge.

Tires with too much or too little pressure

wear unevenly. This could result in poor

handling, loss of vehicle control, and

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32

Maintenance

Tires and wheels

sudden tire failure leading to accidents,

Without a spare tire

injuries, and even death. The recom

-

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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Tire rotation

To equalize tread wear, it is recom

Directional tires (if equipped)

-

mended that the tires be rotated every

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

irregular wear develops.

During rotation, check the tires for cor

-

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rect balance.

Rotate radial tires that have an asym

metric tread pattern only from front to

rear and not from right to left.

-

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

WARNING

Mixing tires

Do not mix bias ply and radial ply tires

under any circumstances. This may

cause unusual handling characteristics.

these conditions. Replace the tire if fab

-

ric or cord is visible. After rotation, be

Wheel alignment and tire balance

sure to bring the front and rear tire pres

-

sures to specification and check lug nut

The wheels on your vehicle were aligned

and balanced carefully at the factory to

give you the longest tire life and best

overall performance.

tightness. (proper torque is 79 ~ 94 lbf·ft

[79 ~ 94 lbf·ft])

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Refer to "Tires and wheels" on page 7-31.

If you notice unusual tire wear or your

vehicle pulling one way or the other, the

alignment may need to be reset.

If you notice your vehicle vibrating when

driving on a smooth road, your wheels

may need to be rebalanced.

Disc brake pads should be inspected for

wear whenever tires are rotated.

With a full-size spare tire (if equipped)

CAUTION

Wheel weight

CBGQ0706

Improper wheel weights can damage

your vehicle's aluminum wheels. Use

only approved wheel weights.

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33

Maintenance

Tires and wheels

plied with the vehicles to avoid impact

ing driving performance.

-

Tire replacement

If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear

indicator will appear as a solid band

across the tread.

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.

A wheel with an incorrect size may

adversely affect many things: wheel and

bearing life, braking and stopping abili

ties, handling characteristics, ground

-

clearance, body-to-tire clearance, snow

chain clearance, speedometer and

odometer calibration, headlamp aiming

and bumper height.

OMQ4070103L

[A] : Tread wear indicator

CAUTION

Wheels

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.

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

mm) of tread left on the tire. Replace the

tire when this happens.

Do not wait for the band to appear

across the entire tread before replacing

the tire.

-

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.

Tire traction

Tire traction can be reduced if you drive

on worn tires, tires that are improperly

inflated or on slippery road surfaces.

Tires should be replaced when tread

wear indicators appear. Slow down

whenever there is rain, snow or ice on

the road to reduce the possibility of los

ing control of the vehicle.

-

It is best to replace all four tires at the

same time. If that is not possible, or nec

essary, then replace the two front or two

rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one

tire can seriously affect your vehicle's

handling.

-

Tire maintenance

In addition to proper inflation, correct

wheel alignment helps to decrease tire

wear.

NOTICE

If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have

your dealer check the wheel alignment.

Make sure the newly installed tires are

balanced correctly to increase vehicle

ride comfort and tire life. In addition,

When replacing tires, we recommend to

use the same type of tires originally sup

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34

Maintenance

Tires and wheels

always rebalance the tire when the tire is

removed from the wheel.

cles or light trucks; however, not all

tires have this marking).

僅 255: Tire width in millimeters.

僅 45: Aspect ratio. The tire's section

height as a percentage of its width.

僅 R: Tire construction code (Radial).

僅 20: Rim diameter in inches.

僅 105: Load Index, a numerical code

associated with the maximum load

the tire can carry.

Tire sidewall labeling

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 V: Speed Rating Symbol. See the

speed rating chart in this section for

additional information.

Wheel size designation

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.

Example wheel size designation:

8.5JX20

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The TIN can be used to identify the tire

in case of a recall.

僅 8.5: Rim width in inches.

僅 J: Rim contour designation.

僅 20: Rim diameter in inches.

1. Manufacturer or brand name

Manufacturer or Brand name is shown.

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2. Tire size designation

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.

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.

-

Example tire size designation:

(These numbers are provided as an

example only; your tire size designator

could vary depending on your vehicle.)

P255/45R20 105V

僅 P: Applicable vehicle type (tires

Speed Rating

Maximum Speed

Symbol

S

T

180 km/h (112 mph)

190 km/h (118 mph)

210 km/h (130 mph)

240 km/h (149 mph)

H

V

marked with the prefix "P" are

intended for use on passenger vehi

-

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Maintenance

Tires and wheels

radial ply construction; the letter "D"

Speed Rating

Symbol

Maximum Speed

means diagonal or bias ply construction;

and the letter "B" means belted-bias ply

construction.

W

Y

270 km/h (168 mph)

300 km/h (186 mph)

3. Checking tire life

5. Maximum permissible inflation

pressure

This number is the greatest amount of

air pressure that should be put in the

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

tire. Do not exceed the maximum per

-

(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.

-

missible inflation pressure. Refer to "Cer

tification label" on page 5-200 for

recommended inflation pressure.

-

6. Maximum load rating

This number indicates the maximum

load in kilograms and pounds that can

be carried by the tire. When replacing

DOT: XXXX XXXX OOOO

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.

the tires on the vehicle, always use a tire

that has the same load rating as the fac

tory installed tire.

-

For example:

7. Uniform Tire Quality Grading

DOT XXXX XXXX 1623 represents that

the tire was produced in the 16th week

of 2023.

Quality grades can be found where

applicable on the tire sidewall between

tread shoulder and maximum section

width.

WARNING

Tire age

For example:

僅 Treadwear 200

僅 Traction AA

僅 Temperature A

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

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.

4. Tire ply composition and mate

rial

The number of layers or plies of rubber-

-

conditions can accelerate the aging pro

cess.

-

coated fabric in the tire. Tire manufac

-

turers also must indicate the materials in

the tire, which include steel, nylon, poly

ester, and others. The letter "R" means

-

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Maintenance

Tires and wheels

under controlled conditions on a speci

-

Tread wear

fied indoor laboratory test wheel.

The tread wear grade is a comparative

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.

+Grades B and A represent higher levels

of performance on the laboratory test

wheel than the minimum required by

law.

Tire terminology and definitions

Refer to the following for detailed defini

tions of the terms that are found in the

tire description.

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).

Accessory Weight The combined

weight of optional accessories. Some

examples of optional accessories are

automatic transmission, power seats,

and air conditioning.

-

The relative performance of tires

depends upon the actual conditions of

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.

These grades are molded on the side-

walls of passenger vehicle tires. The tires

available as standard or optional equip

ment on your vehicle may vary with

respect to grade.

-

Aspect Ratio The relationship of a tire's

height to its width.

Belt A rubber coated layer of cords that

is located between the plies and the

tread. Cords may be made from steel or

other reinforcing materials.

Bead The tire bead contains steel wires

wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire

onto the rim.

Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which

the plies are laid at alternate angles less

than 90 degrees to the centerline of the

tread.

Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air

pressure in a tire, measured in pounds

per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa)

Traction - AA, A, B & C

The traction grades, from highest to low

-

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

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

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marked C may have poor traction per

formance.

The traction grade assigned to this tire is

based on straight-ahead braking trac

tion tests, and does not include accelera

tion, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak

traction characteristics.

-

before a tire has built up heat from driv

ing.

-

Temperature -A & B

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.

The temperature grades are A (the high

-

est) and B representing the tire's resis

-

tance to the generation of heat and its

ability to dissipate heat when tested

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Maintenance

Tires and wheels

DOT Markings The DOT code includes

the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an

alphanumeric designator which can also

Outward Facing Sidewall The side of a

asymmetrical tire that has a particular

side that faces outward when mounted

identify the tire manufacturer, produc

-

on a vehicle. The outward facing side-

tion plant, brand and date of production.

GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating

for the Front axle.

GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for

the Rear axle.

Intended Outboard Sidewall The side

of an asymmetrical tire that must always

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.

-

Passenger (P-Metric) Tire A tire used

on passenger cars and some light duty

trucks and multipurpose vehicles.

Ply A layer of rubber-coated parallel

cords.

face outward when mounted on a vehi

-

cle.

Pneumatic tire A mechanical device

made of rubber, chemicals, fabric and

steel or other materials, that, when

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.

Load ratings The maximum load that a

tire is rated to carry for a given inflation

pressure.

mounted on an automotive wheel, pro

-

vides the traction and contains the gas

or fluid that sustains the 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,

Load Index An assigned number rang

-

ing from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the

load carrying capacity of a tire.

Maximum Inflation Pressure The maxi

-

ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty bat

tery, and special trim.

-

mum air pressure to which a cold tire

may be inflated. The maximum air pres

-

Recommended Inflation Pressure

Vehicle manufacturer's recommended

tire inflation pressure and shown on the

tire placard.

Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in

sure is molded onto the sidewall.

Maximum Load Rating The load rating

for a tire at the maximum permissible

inflation pressure for that tire.

Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight The

sum of curb weight; accessory weight;

vehicle capacity weight; and production

options weight.

Normal Occupant Weight The number

of occupants a vehicle is designed to

seat multiplied by 68 kg (150 lbs.).

which the ply cords that extend to the

beads are laid at 90 degrees to the cen

-

terline of the tread.

Rim A metal support for a tire and upon

which the tire beads are seated.

Sidewall The portion of a tire between

the tread and the bead.

Occupant Distribution Designated

seating positions.

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Maintenance

Tires and wheels

Speed Rating An alphanumeric code

use all year round, including snowy and

icy road conditions.

assigned to a tire indicating the maxi

-

mum speed at which a tire can operate.

All season tires are identified by ALL

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

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.

on the tire sidewall. Snow tires have bet

ter snow traction than all season tires

and may be more appropriate in some

areas.

-

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.

UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Standards, a tire information system that

provides consumers with ratings for a

Summer tires

Kia specifies summer tires on some

models to provide superior performance

on dry roads.

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

tire's traction, temperature and tread

wear. Ratings are determined by tire

-

manufacturers using government test

-

in snowy or icy conditions, Kia recom

-

ing procedures. The ratings are molded

into the sidewall of the tire.

Vehicle Capacity Weight The weight of

designated seating positions multiplied

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

and luggage load.

Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire

Load on an individual tire due to curb

and accessory weight plus maximum

occupant and cargo weight.

Vehicle Normal Load on the Tire Load

on an individual tire that is determined

by distributing to each axle its share of

the curb weight, accessory weight, and

normal occupant weight and driving by

2.

mends the use of snow tires or all sea

-

son tires on all four wheels.

Snow tires

If you equip your vehicle with snow tires,

they should be the same size and have

the same load capacity as the original

tires.

Snow tires should be installed on all four

wheels; otherwise, poor handling may

result.

Snow tires should carry 28 kPa (4

psi)more air pressure than the pressure

recommended for the standard tires on

the tire label on the driver's side of the

center pillar, or up to the maximum

pressure shown on the tire sidewall,

whichever is less.

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Vehicle Placard A label permanently

attached to a vehicle showing the origi

-

Do not drive faster than 120 km/h (75

mph) when your vehicle is equipped

with snow tires.

nal equipment tire size and recom

-

mended inflation pressure.

All season tires

WARNING

Do not use summer tires at tempera

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

Kia specifies all season tires on some

models to provide good performance for

-

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Maintenance

Tires and wheels

on snow or ice. At temperatures below 7

Low aspect ratio tires (if

°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

-

equipped)

Low aspect ratio tires, whose aspect

ratio is lower than 50, are provided for

sporty looks.

Because the low aspect ratio tires are

optimized for handling and braking, it

may be more uncomfortable to ride in

and there is more noise compare with

normal tires.

-

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.

-

CAUTION

Because the sidewall of the low aspect

ratio tire is shorter than the normal, the

wheel and tire of the low aspect ratio tire

is easier to be damaged. So, follow the

instructions below.

Radial-ply tires

Radial-ply tires provide improved tread

life, road hazard resistance and

smoother high speed ride.

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.

僅 When driving on a rough road or off

road, drive cautiously because tires

and wheels may be damaged. And

after driving, inspect tires and wheels.

僅 When passing over a pothole, speed

bump, manhole, or curb stone, drive

slowly so that the tires and wheels are

not damaged.

Radial-ply tires have the same load car

-

rying capacity, as bias-ply or bias belted

tires of the same size, and use the same

recommended inflation pressure.

Mixing of radial-ply tires with bias-ply or

bias belted tires is not recommended.

Any 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.

僅 If the tire is impacted, we recommend

that you inspect the tire condition or

contact an authorized Kia dealer.

僅 To prevent damage to the tire, inspect

the tire condition and pressure every

3,000 km (1,900 miles).

僅 It is not easy to recognize the tire

damage with your own eyes. But if

there is the slightest hint of tire dam

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,

age, even though you cannot see the

tire damage with your own eyes, have

the tire checked or replaced because

the tire damage may cause air leak

age from the tire.

-

僅 If the tire is damaged by driving on a

rough road, off road, pothole, man

because of sidewall flexing. Consult your

tire dealer for radial-ply tire repairs.

-

hole, or curb stone, it will not be cov

-

ered by the warranty.

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Maintenance

Fuses

僅 You can find out the tire information

on the tire sidewall.

Fuses

Blade type

ODEEV098032NR

Cartridge type

ODEEV098077NR

Multi fuse

ODEEV098078NR

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High voltage fuse

OMQ4070071L

* 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.

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

located in the driver's side panel bolster,

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Maintenance

Fuses

the other in the engine compartment

near the battery.

electrical devices then remove battery

(-) terminal.

If any of your vehicle's lights, accesso

-

僅 The actual fuse/relay panel label may

differ from equipped items.

ries, or controls do not work, check the

appropriate circuit fuse. If a fuse has

blown, the element inside the fuse will

melt.

WARNING

Electrical fire

Always ensure replacements fuses and

relays are securely fastened when

installed. Failure to do so can result in a

vehicle fire.

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.

-

Do not remove fuses, relays and termi

nals fastened with bolts or nuts. The

-

Three kinds of fuses are used: blade

fuses, relays and terminals may be fas

-

type for lower amperage rating, car

-

tened incompletely, and it may cause a

tridge type, and multi fuse for higher

amperage ratings.

possible fire. If fuses, relays and termi

nals fastened with bolts or nuts are

blown, consult with an authorized Kia

dealer.

-

WARNING

Fuse replacement

僅 Never replace a fuse with anything

but another fuse of the same rating.

CAUTION

When replacing a blown fuse or relay,

make sure the new fuse or relay fits

tightly into the clips. Failure to tightly

install the fuse or relay may cause dam

age to the wiring and electric systems.

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

temporary repair. It may cause exten

sive wiring damage and a possible

fire.

僅 Do not arbitrarily modify or add-on

electric wiring to the vehicle.

-

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.

CAUTION

Do not use a screwdriver or any other

metal object to remove fuses because it

may cause a short circuit and damage

the system.

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

-

NOTICE

僅 When replacing a fuse, turn the igni

tion 'OFF' and turn off switches of all

aged or burned due to contact failure.

-

僅 If you directly connect the wire on the

taillamp or replace the bulb which is

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Maintenance

Fuses

over the regulated capacity to install

trailers etc., the inner junction block

can get burned.

3. Pull the suspected fuse straight out.

Use the removal tool provided in the

main fuse box in the engine compart

ment.

-

WARNING

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

-

rofitting multimedia or theft alarm sys

-

tem, car phone or radio may cause

vehicle damage and increase the risk of

a vehicle fire.

OMQ4070027L

NOTICE

Remodeling prohibited

4. Check the removed fuse; replace it if

it is blown.

Spare fuses are provided in the instru

ment panel fuse panel (or in the

engine compartment fuse panel).

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

and make sure it fits tightly in the

clips.

If it fits loosely, consult an authorized Kia

dealer.

If you do not have a spare, use a fuse of

the same rating from a circuit you may

not need for operating the vehicle, such

as the cigarette lighter fuse.

-

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

warranty and cause you to be responsi

-

ble for any subsequent vehicle damage

which may result.

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Inner panel fuse replacement

1. Turn the ignition switch or ENGINE

START/STOP button and all other

switches off.

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.

2. Open the fuse panel cover.

Engine compartment fuse

replacement

1. Turn the ignition and all other

switches off.

2. Remove the fuse panel cover by

pressing the tab and pulling the cover

up.

OMQ4A071013

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Maintenance

Fuses

designed more intricately than other

parts, visit the nearest authorized Kia

dealer.

Main fuse (Multi fuse)

OMQ4070027

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

OMQ4070028

If the main fuse is blown, it must be

removed as follows:

1. Turn off the engine.

clips. If it fits loosely, consult an autho

-

rized Kia dealer.

CAUTION

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.

After checking the fuse panel in the

engine compartment, securely install the

fuse panel cover through the audible

clicking sound.

If not, electrical failures may occur from

water contact.

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.

NOTICE

If the multi fuse is blown, consult an

authorized Kia dealer.

-

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

Fuse/relay panel description

Inside the fuse/relay panel covers, you

can find the fuse/relay label describing

fuse/relay name and capacity.

cause of the problem may be disconnec

-

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

located inside the positive battery termi

-

nal (+) cap. Since the main fuse is

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Maintenance

Fuses

Driver's side fuse panel

NOTICE

Not all fuse panel descriptions in this

manual may be applicable to your vehi

-

cle. It is accurate at the time of printing.

When you inspect the fuse panel in your

vehicle, refer to the fuse panel label.

OMQ4A071083

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OMQ4A070102

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45

Maintenance

Fuses

ICU Junction Block

Fuse Name Fuse rating

Circuit Protected

25A

30A

AMP (Amplifier)

Low DC (Direct Current)-DC (Direct Current) Converter

Driver Power Seat Switch, IMS (Integrated memory sys

-

30A

tem) Control Module

Rear Power Window Switch LH, Rear Safety Power Win

dow Module LH, Driver Safety Power Window Module,

Driver Power Window Switch

-

25A

30A

20A

Passenger Power Seat Switch

SEAT_AST Air Ventilation Seat Warmer, SEAT_AST Seat

Warmer, Data Link Connector

15A

2nd Seat Warmer LH Control Module

20A

2nd Seat RH Folding Actuator

Rear Power Window Switch RH, Rear Safety Power Win

-

25A

dow Module RH, Passenger Power Window Switch, Pas

senger Safety Power Window Module

15A

20A

10A

Tail Gate Relay

2nd Seat LH Folding Actuator

Door Lock/Unlock Relay, Dead Lock Relay

Rear A/C Control Module

25A

15A

Low DC (Direct Current)-DC (Direct Current) Converter

2nd Seat Warmer RH Control Module

Head-Up Display, Rear A/C Control Module, Front A/C

Control Module, Front A/C Control Panel, Low DC (Direct

Current) -DC (Direct Current) Converter, Surround View

Monitor Unit

10A

Ignition Switch

Luggage USB Charge Connector LH/RH

Rear Console USB Charge Connector LH/RH, USB_

-

15A

SEAT_DRV, USB_SEAT_AST

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Maintenance

Fuses

Fuse Name Fuse rating

Circuit Protected

IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), ADAS Unit, Front

View Camera, Crash Pad Switch, Surround View Monitor

Unit, 4WD ECU, Front Console Switch, Rear Corner

Radar LH/RH

7.5A

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Control Module,

Passenger Occupant Detection Sensor

Multifunction Switch

15A

ADAS Unit, Surround View Monitor Unit, IBU (Integrated

Body Control Unit), Front USB Charge Connector LH/RH,

Low DC (Direct Current) - DC (Direct Current) Converter

10A

Key Solenoid, Driver/Passenger Smart Key Outside Han

-

dle, Driver Door Area Unit, Driver/Passenger Power Out

side Mirror, Power Tailgate Unit, ROA, Driver Air

Ventilation Seat Control Module, Driver Seat Warmer

Control Module

10A

7.5A

IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit)

Driver Door Area Unit, ATM (Automatic Transmission)

Shift Lever

Rear A/C Blower Motor, ICU Junction Block (Fuse - Rear

A/C Control Module)

15A

7.5A

Instrument Cluster, Overhead Console

ADAS Unit, Rear Console AC Inverter Outlet, AC Inverter,

2nd Seat Warmer LH/RH Control Module, Rear A/C Con

trol Module, SEAT_AST Air Ventilation/SEAT_AST Seat

Warmer Control Module

-

7.5A

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15A

10A

IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), RAIN SNSR

Stop Lamp Switch

AMP (Amplifier), Front Wireless Charger Unit, Low DC

(Direct Current) - DC (Direct Current) Converter

10A

Front A/C Control Module, Front A/C Control Panel, E/R

Junction Block (PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient)

Heater #1 Relay, Blower Relay)

7.5A

10A

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Control Module

Instrument Cluster, Head-Up Display

7.5A

Audio, Data Link Connector, Front A/C Control Panel,

Front A/C Control Module, Crash Pad Switch, Electro

Chromic Mirror, 1st Air Ventilation Seat Control Module,

2nd Seat Warmer LH/RH Control Module

10A

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Maintenance

Fuses

Fuse Name Fuse rating

Circuit Protected

7.5A

IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit)

Surround View Monitor Unit, Instrument Cluster, ADAS

Unit, Front A/C Control Panel, Front A/C Control Module,

Front Wireless Charger Unit, Head-Up Display

10A

7.5A

IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), Stop Lamp Switch

MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) Unit

* MDPS is the same as EPS (Electric Power Steering).

Engine compartment fuse panel

OMQ4070040L

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Maintenance

Fuses

OMQ4A071028N

Engine Room Junction Block

7

Fuse Name

Fuse rating

80A

Circuit Protected

Cooling Fan Motor

60A

TCM (Transmission Control Module)

E/R Junction Block (PTC (Positive Temperature

Coefficient) Heater #1 Relay)

50A

MULTI

FUSE-1

ICU Junction Block (IPS)

E/R Junction Block (E-CVVT (Electric - Continu

-

ously variable valve timing) Relay)

40A

30A

Electronic Oil Pump

ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Control Module

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Maintenance

Fuses

Fuse Name

Fuse rating

Circuit Protected

MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) Unit

100A

* MDPS is the same as EPS (Electric Power Steer

-

ing).

60A

Cooling Fan Motor

PCB Junction Block (Start Relay, IG2 Relay, IG1

Relay, ACC Relay)

60A

MULTI

FUSE-2

Electronic Oil Pump

ICU Junction Block (Fuse - P/SEAT (DRV), P/WIN

DOW (LH), P/SEAT (PASS), S/HEATER (REAR LH),

2nd ROW SEAT FOLDING (RH))

-

50A

40A

E/R Junction Block, (Rear Heated Relay)

40A

Power Tailgate Unit

Sunroof Motor (Glass)

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50

Maintenance

Fuses

Fuse Name

Fuse rating

60A

Circuit Protected

ESC (Electronic Stability Control), Control Module

ICU Junction Block (IPS)

50A

[Smartstream 2.5 T-GDi] E/R Junction Block (Vac

-

20A

uum Pump Relay

E/R Junction Block (Fuel Pump Relay)

15A

PCB Junction Block (Child Lock/Unlock Relay)

E/R Junction Block (Blower Relay)

50A

ICU Junction Block (Fuse - AMP, LDC, S/HEATER

(REAR RH), P/WINDOW (RH), 2nd ROW SEAT

FOLDING (LH))

50A

30A

Trailer Module

AC Inverter

FUSE

ICU Junction Block (Long Term Load Latch Relay,

Fuse - TAILGATE OPEN, DOOR LOCK, S/HEATER

40A

(REAR RH), START, ⁹MODULE, ²IBU, 2A/BAG,

BRAKE SWITCH)

20A

15A

10A

4WD ECU

PCM (Power train Control Module)

Battery Sensor

10A

20A

ESC (Electronic Stability Control), Control Module

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PCM (Power train Control Module)

Front A/C Control Panel, Front A/C Control Mod

ule, Driver/Passenger Power Outside Mirror

-

10A

20A

Front A/C Control Module

PCM (Power train Control Module)

PCB Block

Fuse Name

Fuse rating

Circuit Protected

E/R Junction Block (Start Relay), PCB Junction Block

(IG2 Relay)

40A

7.5A

20A

PCB Junction Block (IG1 Relay, ACC Relay)

IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit)

Ignition Coil #1/#2/#3/#4

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Maintenance

Fuses

Fuse Name

Fuse rating

10A

Circuit Protected

Electronic Oil Pump

10A

PCM (Power train Control Module)

E/R Junction Block (Fuel Pump Relay)

PCM (Power train Control Module)

Oxygen Sensor (Up/Down)

10A

20A

15A

30A

15A

Front Wiper Motor, Front Wiper (Low) Relay

Rear Wiper Relay, Rear Wiper Motor

15A

10A

15A

10A

Horn Relay

A/Con Relay

B/A Horn Relay

TCM (Transmission Control Module)

Purge Control Solenoid Valve, PCM (Power train Con

-

trol Module), Cooling Fan Motor, Oil Control Valve

(Exhaust), Variable Oil Pump Solenoid Valve, Canister

Close Valve, A/Con Relay, [Smartstream 2.5 GDi]

Variable Intake Solenoid Valve

10A

[Smartstream 2.5 T-GDi] RCV (Recirculation Valve

Control) Control Solenoid Valve

15A

Injector #1/#2/#3/#4

PCM (Power train Control Module)

ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Control Module

Rear Console Power Outlet

7.5A

20A

Luggage Power Outlet

Relay

Refer to the following table for the relay type.

Symbol

Relay Name

[Smartstream 2.5 T-GDi] Vacuum Pump Relay

Start Relay

TYPE

MICRO

Fuel Pump Relay

E-CVVT (Electric - Continuously variable valve timing) Relay

PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) Heater #1 Relay

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Maintenance

Fuses

Symbol

Relay Name

TYPE

B/Alarm Horn Relay

Blower Relay

Rear Heated Relay

MICRO

MINI

Engine compartment fuse panel

(Battery terminal cover)

OMQ4070080L

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Maintenance

Fuses

OMQ4070081L

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54

Maintenance

Light bulbs

CAUTION

Headlamp lens

To prevent damage, do not clean the

headlamp lens with chemical solvents or

strong detergents.

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.

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 8-5.

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 working on the light, 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.

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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.

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

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.

Have the headlamp aiming adjusted by

an authorized Kia dealer after an acci

dent or after the headlamp assembly is

reinstalled.

-

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

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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.

Light bulb position (Front)

Headlamp – Type A

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).

OMQ4070045

Headlamp – Type B

Removing/installing the headlamp

assembly can result in damage to the

vehicle. If non-genuine parts or substan

dard bulbs are used, it may lead to blow

ing a fuse or other wiring damages. Kia

Genuine Parts we guarantee for quality

and performance.

-

Do not install extra lamps or LEDs to the

vehicle. If additional lights are installed, it

may lead to lamp malfunctions and flick

ering. Additionally, the fuse box and

other wiring may be damaged.

OMQ4070042

-

Fog lamp

OMQ4AH071048

1. Headlamp (Low) (LED type)

2. Headlamp (High) (LED type)

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

3. Front turn signal lamp (Bulb type)

4. Front turn signal lamp (LED type)

License plate lamp

5. Day time running lamp/Position lamp

(LED type)

6. Front fog lamp (LED type)

7. Front side marker lamp (LED type)

Light bulb position (Rear)

Rear combination lamp - Type A

OMQ4H071052

High mounted stop lamp

OMQ4AH070057

Rear combination lamp - Type B

OMQ4H071058

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Reversing lamp

OMQ4AH070056

OMQ4A072084

1. Stop and taillamp (Bulb type)

2. Rear turn signal lamp (Bulb type)

3. Stop and taillamp (LED type)

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

4. Rear turn signal lamp (LED type)

5. Taillamp (LED type)

Type B

6. License plate lamp (LED type)

7. High mounted stop lamp (LED type)

8. Reversing lamp (Bulb type)

9. Rear side marker lamp (Bulb type)

10.Rear side marker lamp (LED type)

Light bulb position (Side)

OMQ4070065

If the headlamp LED (1,2), daytime run

-

ning lamp LED (3) and turn signal lamp

LED (4) does not operate, have your

vehicle checked by a professional work

-

shop. Kia recommends to visit an autho

-

rized Kia dealer.

Replacing front turn signal lamp

(Bulb type)

OMQ4070062

1. Side repeater lamp (LED type)

Replacing headlamp (Low beam/

High beam), position lamp/day

time running lamp, turn signal

lamp (LED type)

-

Type A

OMQ4070067

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2. Remove the socket (A) from the

assembly by turning the socket coun

terclockwise until the tabs on the

socket align with the slots on the

assembly.

-

OMQ4070064

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

If the front fog lamp (6) does not oper

-

ate, have your vehicle checked by a pro

-

fessional workshop. Kia recommends to

visit an authorized Kia dealer.

Replacing front side marker lamp

bulb (LED type)

OMQ4070106L

3. Remove the bulb (B) from the socket

(A) by pressing it in and rotating it

counterclockwise until the tabs on the

bulb align with the slots in the socket.

Pull the bulb out of the socket

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.

OMQ4A071110

If the front side marker lamp LED (1)

does not operate, have the vehicle

checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

Replacing side repeater lamp

(LED type)

6. Connect the negative terminal from

the battery.

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Replacing front fog lamp (LED

type)

OMQ4070062

If the Side repeater lamp (LED) (1) does

not operate, have your vehicle checked

by a professional workshop.

Kia recommends to visit an authorized

Kia dealer.

OMQ4070048

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

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.

A skilled technician should check or

repair the Side repeater lamp (LED), for

it may damage related parts of the vehi

cle.

5. Remove the rear combination lamp

assembly from the body of the vehi

-

cle.

6. Disconnect the rear combination lamp

connector.

7. 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.

Replacing stop and taillamp (Bulb

type)

OMQ4070054

8. Remove the bulb from the socket by

OMQ4070060

pressing it in and rotating it counter

clockwise until the tabs on the bulb

align with the slots in the socket.

-

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.

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.

10.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.

11.Install the rear combination lamp

assembly to the body of the vehicle.

12.Install the service cover.

OMQ4070061

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

Replacing rear turn signal lamp

(Bulb type)

OMQ4070055

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.

-

OMQ4070060

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.

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.

10.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.

11.Install the rear combination lamp

assembly to the body of the vehicle.

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12.Install the service cover.

OMQ4070061

5. Remove the rear combination lamp

assembly from the body of the vehi

-

cle.

6. Disconnect the rear combination lamp

connector.

7. 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.

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

Replacing rear turn signal lamp,

stop and taillamp, rear side

marker lamp (LED type)

OMQ4070105L

3. Loosen the plastic retaining screws

and remove the under panel cover.

4. Disconnect the rear back up lamp

connector (A).

OMQ4AH070059

If the stop and taillamp (1), rear turn sig

nal lamp (2), taillamp (3), and rear side

marker lamp (4) do not operate, have

your vehicle checked by a professional

workshop. Kia recommends to visit an

authorized Kia dealer.

-

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.

A skilled technician should check or

repair the stop and taillamp (LED), for it

may damage related parts of the vehicle.

OMQ4070107L

5. Remove the socket (A) from the

assembly by turning the socket coun

terclockwise until the tabs on the

socket align with the slots on the

assembly.

Replacing reversing lamp (bulb

type)

-

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2. Remove the plastic tabs with a flat-tip

screw driver.

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

Replacing high mounted stop

lamp (LED type)

OMQ4070108L

6. Remove the bulb from the socket by

pressing it in and rotating it counter

-

OMQ4H071058

clockwise until the tabs on the bulb

If the high mounted stop lamp (LED) (7)

does not operate, have your vehicle

checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

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.

A skilled technician should check or

repair the high mounted stop lamp

(LED), for it may damage related parts of

the vehicle.

align with the slots in the socket. Pull

the bulb out of the socket.

7. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into

the socket and rotating it until it locks

into place.

8. Install the socket in the assembly by

aligning the tabs on the socket with

the slots in the assembly. Push the

socket into the assembly and turn the

socket clockwise.

9. Connect the rear back up lamp con

-

Replacing license plate lamp (LED

type)

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nector.

10.Tighten the plastic retaining screws.

11.Install the plastic tabs and the under

panel cover.

OMQ4H071047

If the license plate lamp does not oper

ate, have your vehicle checked by an

authorized Kia dealer. The LED lamp

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

cannot be replaced as a single unit

because it is an integrated unit. The LED

lamp has to be replaced with the unit. A

skilled technician should check or repair

the map lamp (LED), for it may damage

related parts of the vehicle.

Replacing map lamp (LED type)

Replacing map lamp (Bulb type)

OMQ4A070051

If the map lamp (LED) (1) does not oper

ate, have your vehicle checked by an

authorized Kia dealer.

-

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.

A skilled technician should check or

repair the map lamp (LED), for it may

damage related parts of the vehicle.

OMQ4A070049

WARNING

Interior lamps

Prior to working on the Interior lamps,

ensure that the "OFF" button is

Replacing room lamp (Bulb type)

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.

4. Install a new bulb in the socket.

5. Align the lens cover tabs with the

lamp housing notches and snap the

lens into place.

OMQ4070043

WARNING

Interior lamps

Prior to working on the Interior lamps,

ensure that the "OFF" button is

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the

lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

depressed to avoid burning your fingers

or receiving an electric shock.

Replacing vanity mirror lamp

(Bulb type)

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.

4. Install a new bulb in the socket.

5. Align the lens cover tabs with the

lamp housing notches and snap the

lens into place.

OMQ4070050

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the

lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

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.

Replacing personal lamp (LED

type) (if equipped)

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lamp assembly from interior.

3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

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4. Install a new bulb in the socket.

5. Install the lamp assembly to interior.

CAUTION

OMQ4070044

Be careful not to dirty or damage the

lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

If the personal lamp (LED) (1) does not

operate, have your vehicle checked by

an authorized Kia dealer.

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.

A skilled technician should check or

repair the personal lamp (LED), for it

may damage related parts of the vehicle.

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Maintenance

Light bulbs

Replacing glove box lamp (Bulb

type)

Replacing luggage lamp (Bulb

type)

OMQ4070085L

WARNING

OMQ4070046

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.

depressed to avoid burning your fingers

or receiving an electric shock.

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lamp assembly from interior.

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lamp assembly from interior.

3. Remove the cover from the lamp

assembly.

3. Remove the cover from the lamp

assembly.

4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

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.

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.

Be careful not to dirty or damage the

lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

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Maintenance

Appearance care

Replacing luggage lamp (LED

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.

-

NOTICE

If you park the vehicle around a stainless

signboard or windshield building etc.,

the plastic exterior trim (bumper, spolier,

garnish, lamp, outside mirror etc.) may

be damaged by reflected sunlight from

OMQ4040464

If the luggage lamp bulb/LED does not

operate, we recommend that the system

be checked by a professional workshop.

the external structure. To avoid damag

-

ing the plastic exterior trim, park the

vehicle away from the areas where the

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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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.

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.

Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,

industrial pollution and similar deposits

can damage your vehicle's finish if not

removed immediately.

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,

make sure to maintain sufficient dis

-

tance from the vehicle.

Insufficient clearance or excessive pres

-

sure can lead to component damage or

water penetration.

Do not spray the camera, sensors or its

surrounding area directly with a high

pressure washer. Shock applied from

high pressure water may cause the

device to not operate normally.

Even prompt washing with plain water

may not completely remove all these

deposits. A mild soap, safe for use on

painted surfaces, may be used.

After washing, rinse the vehicle thor

-

oughly with lukewarm or cold water. Do

not allow soap to dry on the finish.

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

brakes while driving slowly to see if they

have been affected by water. If braking

performance is impaired, dry the brakes

CAUTION

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.

-

WARNING

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

CAUTION

Drying vehicle

僅 Wiping dust or dirt off the body with a

dry cloth will scratch the finish.

僅 Do not use steel wool, abrasive clean

-

ers, acid detergents or strong deter

-

gents containing high alkaline or

caustic agents on chrome-plated or

anodized aluminum parts. This may

result in damage to the protective

coating and cause discoloration or

paint deterioration.

OMQ4A071086

僅 Water washing in the engine compart

ment including high pressure water

washing may cause the failure of elec

trical circuits located in the engine

compartment.

僅 Never allow water or other liquids to

come in contact with electrical/elec

-

Finish damage repair

Deep scratches or stone chips in the

painted surface must be repaired

promptly. Exposed metal will quickly rust

and may develop into a major repair

expense.

-

tronic components and air duct inside

the vehicle as this may damage them.

僅 After the vehicle has been washed,

brake carefully while paying attention

NOTICE

If your vehicle is damaged and requires

any metal repair or replacement, be sure

the body shop applies anti-corrosion

materials to the parts repaired or

replaced.

to the traffic conditions until the brak

-

ing effect has been fully restored.

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Waxing

Wax the vehicle when water will no lon

-

ger bead on the paint.

Bright-metal maintenance

To remove road tar and insects, use a tar

remover, not a scraper or other sharp

object.

To protect the surfaces of bright metal

parts from corrosion, apply a coating of

wax or chrome preservative and rub to a

high luster.

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.

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.

Be careful not to touch the lens when

waxing the lamps.

During winter weather or in coastal

areas, cover the bright metal parts with

a heavier coating of wax or preservative.

If necessary, coat the parts with non-cor

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Maintenance

Appearance care

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 countries to

melt snow and prevent ice accumula

-

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.

tion. 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

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

Aluminum wheel maintenance

The aluminum wheels are coated with a

clear protective finish.

unprotected metal exposed to corro

-

sion.

僅 Do not use any abrasive cleaner, pol

ishing compound, solvent, or wire

brushes on aluminum wheels. They

may scratch or damage the finish.

僅 Clean the wheel when it has cooled.

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.

僅 Avoid washing the wheels with high

speed vehicle wash brushes.

-

High-corrosion areas

If you live in an area where your vehicle

is regularly exposed to corrosive materi

als, corrosion protection is particularly

important. Some of the common causes

of accelerated corrosion are road salts,

dust control chemicals, ocean air and

industrial pollution.

-

Moisture breeds corrosion

Moisture creates the conditions in which

corrosion is most likely to occur. For

example, corrosion is accelerated by

high humidity, particularly when 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

tact with the vehicle. Although the mud

appears to be dry, it can still retain the

moisture and promote corrosion.

僅 Do not use any alkaline or acid deter

-

gents It may damage and corrode the

aluminum wheels coated with a clear

protective finish.

-

Corrosion protection

-

Protecting your vehicle from cor

rosion

-

By using the most advanced design and

construction practices to combat corro

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Maintenance

Appearance care

High temperatures can also accelerate

corrosion of parts that are not properly

ture can escape and not be trapped

inside to accelerate corrosion.

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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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.

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.

To help prevent corrosion

You can help prevent corrosion from

beginning by observing the following:

Keep your vehicle clean

The best way to prevent corrosion is to

Keep paint and trim in good con

dition

Scratches or chips in the finish should be

covered with "touch-up" paint as soon as

possible to reduce the possibility of cor

rosion. If bare metal is showing through,

the attention of a qualified body and

paint shop is recommended.

Bird droppings: Bird droppings are

highly corrosive and may damage

painted surfaces in just a few hours.

Always remove bird droppings as soon

as possible.

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keep your vehicle clean and free of cor

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rosive materials. Attention to the under

side of the vehicle is particularly

important.

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

side thoroughly when winter is over.

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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

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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.

-

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

-

removing accumulated mud and corro

-

These should be carried only in proper

containers and any spills or leaks should

be cleaned up, flushed with clean water

and thoroughly dried.

sive materials.

When cleaning lower door panels, rocker

panels and frame members, be sure that

drain holes are kept open so that mois

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Maintenance

Appearance 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.

僅 Leather with bright colors (beige,

cream beige) is easily contaminated

and clear in appearance. Clean the

seats frequently.

Interior care

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

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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 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).

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Cleaning the leather seats

Remove all contaminations instantly.

Refer to instructions below for removal

of each contaminant.

CAUTION

Electrical components

Never allow water or other liquids to

come in contact with electrical/electronic

components inside the vehicle as this

may damage them.

僅 Cosmetic products (sunscreen, foun

-

dation, etc.)

- 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

CAUTION

Leather

When cleaning leather products (steer

ing wheel, seats etc.), use neutral deter

detergent and wipe until contami

-

nations do not smear.

僅 Oil, blue jeans/clothes (Color transfer)

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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.

- Remove oil/stain instantly with

absorbable cloth and wipe with

stain remover for leather only.

僅 Chewing gum

- Harden the gum with ice and

remove gradually.

Taking care of leather seats

Fabric seat cover (if equipped)

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.

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

僅 Wipe the leather seat cover often with

dry or soft cloth.

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Maintenance

Appearance care

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

Clean the belt webbing with any mild

soap solution recommended for clean

ing upholstery or carpet. Follow the

instructions provided with the soap. Do

not bleach or re-dye the webbing

because this may weaken it.

pressure using a soft sponge or microfi

-

ber cloth.

Velcro closures on clothing or sharp

objects may cause snagging or

scratches on the surface of the seats.

Make sure not to rub such objects

against the surface.

Cleaning the interior window

glass

If the interior glass surfaces of the vehi

cle become fogged (that is, covered with

an oily, greasy or waxy film), they should

be cleaned with a glass cleaner. Follow

Cleaning the upholstery and inte

rior trim

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Car interior surfaces

the directions on the glass cleaner con

tainer.

-

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).

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.

Fabric

Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric

with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.

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Clean with a mild soap solution recom

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mended for upholstery or carpets.

Remove fresh spots immediately with a

fabric spot cleaner. If fresh spots do not

receive immediate attention, the fabric

can be stained and its color can be

affected. Also, its fire-resistant proper

-

ties can be reduced if the material is not

properly maintained.

Using anything but recommended

cleaners and procedures may affect the

fabric's appearance and fire-resistant

properties.

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Maintenance

Emission control system

crankcase, the fresh air mixes with blow-

by gases, which then pass through the

Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV)

valve into the induction system.

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.

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2. Evaporative emission control

(including Onboard Refueling

Vapor Recovery (ORVR)) system

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.)

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.

-

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.

Canister

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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.

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.

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Purge Control Solenoid Valve

(PCSV)

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

engine warms up during ordinary driv

-

1. Crankcase emission control

system

The Positive Crankcase Ventilation sys

ing, the PCSV opens to introduce evapo

-

rated fuel to the engine.

-

tem is employed to prevent air pollution

caused by blow-by gases being emitted

3. Exhaust emission control sys

tem

The exhaust emission control system is a

highly effective system which controls

-

from the crankcase. This system sup

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plies fresh filtered air to the crankcase

through the air intake hose. Inside the

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Maintenance

Emission control system

exhaust emissions while maintaining

good vehicle performance.

more than what is necessary to move

the vehicle in or out of the area.

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.

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.

僅 Never sit in a parked or stopped vehi

cle for any extended time with the

engine running.

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僅 When the engine stalls or fails to start,

excessive attempts to restart the

engine may cause damage to the

emission control system.

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.

Operating precautions for cata

lytic converters

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WARNING

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

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

vehicle checked and repaired immedi

ately.

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.

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WARNING

Fire

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.

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WARNING

Exhaust

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

trol. It may present a fire risk under

certain conditions.

Engine exhaust gases contain carbon

monoxide (CO). Though colorless and

odorless, it is dangerous and could be

lethal if inhaled. Follow the instructions

on this page to avoid CO poisoning.

-

僅 Do not operate the engine in confined

or closed areas (such as garages) any

Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic

converter emission control device.

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Maintenance

Emission control system

Therefore, the following precautions

must be observed:

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

-

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 Do not operate the engine at high idle

speed for extended periods (5 min

-

utes or more).

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.

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

converter and to your vehicle. Addition

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ally, such actions could void your war

-

ranties.

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