Kia AMANTI 2008 Owner Manual
kia, the company
Congratulations! Your selection of a Kia was a wise investment. It
will give you years of driving pleasure. Now that you are the owner of
a Kia vehicle, you’ll probably be asked a lot of questions about your
vehicle and the company like “What is a Kia?”, “Who is Kia?”, “What
does ‘Kia’ mean?”.
Here are some answers. First, Kia is the oldest car company in Korea.
It is a company that has thousands of employees focused on building
high-quality vehicles at affordable prices.
The first syllable, Ki, in the word “Kia” means “to arise from to the
world” or “to come up out of to the world.” The second syllable, a,
means “Asia.” So, the word Kia, means “to arise from” or “to come
up out of Asia to the world.”
Drive safely and enjoy your Kia!
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Thank you for choosing a Kia vehicle.
When you require service, remember that your dealer knows
your vehicle best. Your dealer has factory-trained technicians,
recommended special tools, genuine Kia replacement parts and
is dedicated to your complete satisfaction.
Because subsequent owners require this important information
as well, this publication should remain with the vehicle if it is
sold.
This manual will familiarize you with operational, maintenance and safety information about your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty and Consumer Information manual
that provides important information on all warranties regarding
your vehicle. If your vehicle is equipped with an audio system,
you will also have a Kia Integrated Audio System manual
explaining its operation. We urge you to read these publications carefully and follow the recommendations to help assure
enjoyable and safe operation of your new vehicle.
Kia offers a great variety of options, components and features
for its various models.
Therefore, the equipment described in this manual, along with
the various illustrations, may not all be applicable to your particular vehicle.
The information and specifications provided in this manual
were accurate at the time of printing. Kia reserves the right to
discontinue or change specifications or design at any time
without notice and without incurring any obligation. If you
have questions, always check with your Kia Dealer.
We assure you of our continuing interest in your motoring
pleasure and satisfaction in your Kia vehicle.
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Foreword
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Introduction
Your vehicle at a glance
Knowing your vehicle
Driving your vehicle
Driving tips
In case of an emergency
Maintenance
Specifications
Index
table of contents
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How to use this manual / 1-2
Vehicle break-in process / 1-3
Introduction
Introduction
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We want to help you get the greatest
possible driving pleasure from your vehicle. Your Owner’s Manual can assist you
in many ways. We strongly recommend
that you read the entire manual. At the
very least, you must read the WARNING
and CAUTION sections spread throughout the manual, which are easily recognized by their special markings. These
sections have precautions that must be
followed to prevent personal injury or
death.
Illustrations complement the words in this
manual to best explain how to enjoy your
vehicle. By reading your manual, you
learn about features, important safety
information, and driving tips under various road conditions.
The general layout of the manual is provided in the Table of Contents. A good
place to start is the index; it has an alphabetical listing of all information in your
manual.
Sections: This manual has eight sections
plus an index. Each section begins with a
brief list of contents so you can tell at a
glance if that section has the information
you want.
You’ll find various WARNING’s,
CAUTION’s, and NOTICE’s in this manual. These WARNING’s, CAUTION’s and
NOTICE’s were prepared to enhance
your personal safety and continued satisfaction with Kia vehicle. You should carefully read and follow ALL procedures and
recommendations provided in these
WARNING’s, CAUTION’s and NOTICE’s.
✽
NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates a situation in
which damage to your vehicle could
result if the notice is ignored.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a situation in
which serious bodily injury or death
could result if the warning is
ignored.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates a situation in
which personal injury, perhaps
severe, could result if the caution is
ignored.
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Introduction
VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS
No special break-in period is needed. By
following a few simple precautions for the
first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to
the performance, economy and life of
your vehicle.
• Do not race the engine.
• Do not maintain a single speed for long
periods of time, either fast or slow.
Varying engine speed is needed to
properly break-in the engine.
• Avoid hard stops, except in emergencies, to allow the brakes to seat properly.
• Avoid full-throttle starts.
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Interior overview / 2-2
Instrument panel overview / 2-3
Engine compartment / 2-4
Your vehicle at a glance
Your vehicle at a glance
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INTERIOR OVERVIEW
OGH006002N
1. Door lock/unlock button......................3-9
2. Power window switches....................3-14
3. Outside rearview mirror control
switch ...............................................3-84
4. Seat adjust knob ..............................3-19
5. Hood release lever ...........................3-80
6. Parking brake pedal .........................4-13
7. Parking brake release lever..............4-13
8. Instrument panel illumination ...........4-27
9. Steering wheel .................................4-17
10. Instrument cluster...........................4-25
11. Inside rearview mirror ....................3-86
12. Trunk release lever.........................3-76
13. Fuel filler lid release button ............3-81
14. Seat................................................3-17
15. Master power door lock control......3-10
16. Master power window control lock..3-15
17. Brake pedal ....................................4-10
18. Vent controls...................................4-50
19. Steering wheel tilt...........................4-18
20. Power adjustable pedal switch*......4-12
*: if equipped
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Your vehicle at a glance
INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
1. Driver’s Air Bag...................................3-57
2. Light control / Turn signals..........4-34/4-36
3. Instrument cluster...............................4-25
4. Wiper/Washer .....................................4-38
5. Ignition switch .......................................4-2
6. Seat warmer .......................................3-23
7. Front passenger’s air bag off indicator..3-59
8. Hazard.........................................4-42, 6-2
9. Rear climate control selection button ..4-52
10. Climate control system .....................4-43
11. Shift lever............................................4-5
12. Passenger’s airbag ...........................3-58
13. Glove box..........................................3-90
14. Trunk lid control button......................3-77
15. Audio controls*..................................3-99
16. Auto cruise controls*.........................4-19
17. Electronic stability control*................4-22
18. Trip computer*.................................3-117
*: if equipped
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir.......7-18
2. Power steering fluid reservoir .............7-15
3. Engine oil filler cap .............................7-11
4. Auto transaxle oil dipstick ...................7-16
5. Air cleaner...........................................7-19
6. Brake fluid reservoir............................7-14
7. Engine oil dipstick...............................7-11
8. Radiator cap .......................................7-13
9. Positive battery terminal ..............6-4, 7-22
10. Engine coolant reservoir...................7-12
11. Negative battery terminal ..........6-4, 7-22
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Keys / 3-2
Remote keyless entry / 3-4
Immobilizer system / 3-7
Door locks / 3-9
Windows / 3-13
Seats / 3-17
Driver position memory system / 3-28
Safety belts / 3-30
Air bags-advanced supplemental restraint
system / 3-52
Trunk / 3-76
Hood / 3-80
Fuel filler lid / 3-81
Mirrors / 3-84
Interior lights / 3-88
Storage compartments / 3-89
Interior features / 3-91
Sunroof / 3-96
Antenna / 3-98
Audio remote control / 3-99
Audio systems / 3-100
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Knowing your vehicle
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The key code number is stamped on the
plate attached to the key set. Should you
lose your keys, this number will enable
an authorized Kia Dealer to duplicate the
keys easily. Remove the plate and store it
in a safe place. Also, record the code
number and keep it in a safe and handy
place, but not in the vehicle.
Key operations
➀ Master key
Used to start the engine, lock and
unlock the doors, lock and unlock the
glove box, and open the trunk.
➁ Sub key
Used only to start the engine and lock
and unlock the door.
➂ Transmitter
Used to lock and unlock the doors
and trunk (trunk can only be opened
with the transmitter when the trunk lid
control button located in the glove
compartment is turned on. See page
3-3).
KEYS
OGH036001N
OGH036002N
WARNING - Ignition key
Leaving children unattended in a
vehicle with the ignition key is dan-
gerous even if the key is not in the
ignition. Children copy adults and
they could place the key in the ignition. The ignition key would enable
children to operate power windows
or other controls, or even make the
vehicle move, which could result in
serious bodily injury or even death.
Never leave the keys in your vehicle
with unsupervised children.
➀
➁
➂
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Restrictions in handling keys
When leaving keys with parking lot and
valet attendants, the following procedures will ensure that your vehicle’s trunk
and glove box compartment cannot be
opened in your absence.
1. Unlock the glove box with the master
key and open it.
2. Set the trunk lid control button in the
glove box compartment to OFF (not
depressed). In the OFF position, the
trunk cannot be unlocked with either
the trunk release lever inside the car or
trunk open button of transmitter.
3. Close the glove box, and lock the glove
box using the master key.
4. Leave the sub key with the attendant.
The trunk and glove box are secured
because the sub key only allows the
engine to start and locks and unlocks
the door.
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WARNING
Use only Kia original parts for the
ignition key in your vehicle. If an
aftermarket key is used, the ignition
switch may not return to ON after
START. If this happens, the starter
will continue to operate causing
damage to the starter motor and
possible fire due to excessive current in the wiring.
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➀ Lock button
➁ Unlock button
➂ Trunk lid open button
➃
Alarm button
➀ Lock ( )
All doors are locked and the hazard
lamp will flash once if the lock button
is pressed. Also, the trunk is locked
and cannot be opened with the outside handle.
➁ Unlock ( )
Driver’s door is unlocked and the hazard lamp will flash twice if the unlock
button is pressed once. Also, the trunk
is unlocked and can be opened with
the outside handle. All doors are
unlocked if the unlock button is
pressed twice within 3 seconds.
After depressing this button, the
doors will be locked automatically
unless you open them within 30 seconds.
➂ Trunk lid open ( )
The trunk lid opens if this button is
pressed. If this button is pressed while
all the doors are locked, the trunk will
open, however it will remain locked
when closed.
If any door is unlocked, the trunk will
remain unlocked when closed.
When the trunk lid control button in
the glove box is OFF, the trunk will not
open or unlock even when the button
on the transmitter is pressed.
➃
Alarm ( )
The horn sounds and hazard lamp
will flash for about 27 seconds if this
button is pressed.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (IF EQUIPPED)
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➀
➂
➁
➃
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NOTICE
The transmitter will not work if any of
the following occur:
- The ignition key is in the ignition
switch.
- You exceed the operating distance
limit (10 m [393.7 inches]).
- The battery in the transmitter is
weak.
- Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal.
- The weather is extremely cold.
- The transmitter is close to a radio
transmitter such as a radio station or
an airport which can interfere with
normal operation of the transmitter.
When the transmitter does not work
correctly, open and close the door with
the ignition key. If you have a problem
with the transmitter, contact an authorized Kia Dealer.
✽
NOTICE
Keep the transmitter away from water
or any liquid. If the keyless entry system
is inoperative due to exposure to water
or liquids, it will not be covered by your
manufacturer vehicle warranty.
Operational distance may vary depending upon the area the transmitter is used
in. For example, if the vehicle is parked
near police stations, government and
public offices, broadcasting stations, military installations, airports, or transmitting towers, etc., operational distance
may be lessened.
This device complies with Industry
Canada Standard RSS-210.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the
device.
WARNING
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
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Battery replacement
Transmitter uses a 3 volt lithium battery
which will normally last for several years.
When replacement is necessary, use the
following procedure.
1. Insert a slim tool into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter’s center
cover (
➀
).
2. Replace the battery with a new one.
When replacing the battery, make sure
the battery’s positive “+” symbol faces
up as indicated in the illustration.
3. Install the battery in the reverse order
of removal.
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NOTICE
The keyless entry system transmitter is
designed to give you years of troublefree
use, however it can malfunction if
exposed to moisture or static electricity.
If you are unsure how to use your transmitter or replace the battery, contact an
authorized Kia dealer.
For replacement of transmitters, see an
Authorized Kia Dealer for reprogramming.
2GHN3101
CAUTION
•Using the wrong battery can
cause the transmitter to malfunction. Be sure to use the correct
battery.
• To avoid damaging the transmit-
ter, don't drop it, get it wet, or
expose it to heat or sunlight.
➀
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Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic engine immobilizer system to
reduce the risk of unauthorized vehicle
use.
The immobilizer system is comprised of
a small transponder in the ignition key
and electronic devices inside the vehicle.
With the immobilizer system, whenever
you insert your ignition key into the ignition switch and turn it to ON, it checks
and determines whether the ignition key
is valid or not.
If the key is determined to be valid, the
engine will start.
If the key is determined to be invalid, the
engine will not start.
To deactivate the immobilizer sys-
tem:
Insert the ignition key into the key cylinder and turn it to the ON position.
To activate the immobilizer sys-
tem:
Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
The immobilizer system activates automatically. Without a valid ignition key for
your vehicle, the engine will not start.
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NOTICE
When starting the engine, do not use the
key with other immobilizer keys near it.
Otherwise the engine may not start or
may stop soon after it starts. Keep each
keys separate.
Limp home (override) procedure
When you turn the ignition key to the ON
position, if the IMMO indicator remains
on continuously after blinking 6 times,
your transponder equipped in the ignition
key is out of order. You cannot start the
engine without the lime home procedure.
To start the engine, you have to input
your password by using the ignition
switch.
The following procedure is how to input
your password of “2345” as an example.
1. Turn the ignition key to the ON position. The IMMO indicator ( ) will
blink 6 times and remain on indicating
the beginning of the limp home procedure.
2. Turn the ignition key to the ACC position.
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
CAUTION
Do not put metal accessories near
the key or ignition key.
The engine may not start for the
metal accessories may interrupt the
transponder signal from normally
transmitting
WARNING
In order to prevent theft of your
vehicle, do not leave spare keys
anywhere in your vehicle. Your
Immobilizer password is a cus-
tomer unique password and should
be kept confidential. Do not leave
this number anywhere in your vehicle.
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3. To enter the first digit (in this example
“2”), turn the ignition key to the ON and
ACC position twice. Perform the same
procedure for the next digits between 3
seconds and 10 seconds (for example,
for “3”, turn the ignition ON and ACC 3
times).
4. If all of the digits have been input successfully, you have to start the engine
within 10 seconds. If you attempt to
start the engine after 10 seconds, the
engine will not start and you will have
to input your password again.
After performing the limp home procedure, you have to see an authorized Kia
dealer immediately to inspect and repair
your ignition key or immobilizer system.
This device complies with Industry
Canada Standard RSS-210.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the
device.
CAUTION
The transponder in your ignition
key is an important part of the
immobilizer system. It is designed
to give years of trouble free service,
however you should avoid exposure to moisture, static electricity
and rough handling. Immobilizer
system malfunction could occur.
CAUTION
Do not change, alter or adjust the
immobilizer system because it
could cause the immobilizer sys-
tem to malfunction and should only
be serviced by an authorized Kia
dealer.
Malfunctions caused by improper
alterations, adjustments or modifications to the immobilizer system
are not covered by your vehicle
manufacturer warranty.
CAUTION
If you cannot start your engine in
spite of limp home procedure, have
your vehicle towed by an authorized Kia dealer for inspection and
necessary repairs.
WARNING
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
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Operating door locks from out-
side the vehicle
• Driver’s door can be locked and
unlocked with the key.
• Turn the key to the left to lock all doors.
• Turn the key to the right once to unlock
the driver’s door and to the right twice
within 3 seconds to unlock all doors.
• Doors can also be locked and
unlocked with the transmitter key.
• Once the doors are unlocked, it may be
opened by pulling the door handle.
• When closing the door, push the door
with your hand. Make sure that doors
are closed securely.
To lock a door without the key, push the
door lock switch (
➀
) to the “LOCK” posi-
tion and close the door (
➁
).
✽
NOTICE
Always remove the ignition key, engage
the parking brake, close all windows
and lock all doors when leaving your
vehicle unattended.
✽
NOTICE
If the door is locked/unlocked multiple
times in rapid succession with either the
vehicle key or door lock switch, the system may stop operating temporarily in
order to protect the circuit and prevent
damage to system components.
DOOR LOCKS
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Lock
Unlock
OGH036908N
1
2
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Operating door locks from inside
the vehicle
With the door lock button
• To unlock a door, pull the door lock button out to the “UNLOCK” position (the
red part (
➁
) of the button becomes vis-
ible).
• To lock a door, push the door lock button (
➀
) to the “LOCK” position (red
part (
➁
) of the knob is not visible).
• To open a door, pull the door handle
(
➂
) outward.
• If the inner door handle of the front
door is pulled when the door lock button is in lock position, the button is
unlocked and the door opens (if
equipped).
• Front doors cannot be locked if the
ignition key is in the ignition switch and
when the front door is opened.
With central door lock switch
The central door locking switch is located
on the front door’s rest. It is operated by
depressing the door lock switch. If any
door is open when the switch is
depressed, the door will remain locked
when closed.
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Lock
Unlock
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Driver’s side
Front passenger’s side
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• When pushing down on the front portion (
➀
) of the door lock switch, all
vehicle doors will lock.
• When pushing down on the rear portion (
➁
) of the switch, all vehicle doors
will unlock.
• However, if the key is in the ignition
switch and any front door is open, the
doors will not lock by pressing the door
lock switch.
CAUTION
• The doors should always be fully
closed and locked while the vehi-
cle is in motion to prevent accidental opening of the door.
Locked doors will also discour-
age potential intruders when the
vehicle stops or slows.
• Be careful when opening doors
and watch for vehicles, motorcy-
cles, bicycles or pedestrians
approaching the vehicle in the
path of the door. Opening a door
when something is approaching
can cause damage or injury.
WARNING
Leaving your vehicle unlocked can
invite theft or possible harm to you
or others from someone hiding in
your vehicle while you are gone.
Always remove the ignition key,
engage the parking brake, close all
windows and lock all doors when
leaving your vehicle unattended.
WARNING - Unattended
children
An enclosed vehicle can become
extremely hot, causing death or
severe injury to unattended children or animals who cannot escape
the vehicle. Furthermore, children
might operate features of the vehicle that could injure them, or they
could encounter other harm, possi-
bly from someone gaining entry to
the vehicle. Never leave children or
animals unattended in your vehicle.
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WARNING - Rear door
locks
If children accidentally open the
rear doors while the vehicle is in
motion, they could fall out and be
severely injured or killed.To prevent
children from opening the rear
doors from inside, the rear door
safety locks should be used whenever children are in the vehicle.
Impact sensing door unlock system (if equipped)
All doors will automatically unlock if a collision that warrants SRS air bag deployment is detected when the ignition switch
is in the ON position.
However, if the impact causes damage to
the vehicle electrical system or the
mechanical door lock mechanisms, the
impact sensing door unlock system may
not operate.
Rear door child safety lock
The child safety lock is provided to help
prevent children from accidentally opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle.
The rear door safety locks should be
used whenever children are in the vehicle.
1. Open the rear door.
2. Push the child safety lock located on
the rear edge of the door to the “lock”
position. When the child safety lock is
in the “lock ( )” position, rear door
will not open when the inner door handle is pulled from inside the vehicle.
3. Close the rear door.
4. To open the rear door, pull the outside
door handle.
Even though the doors may be unlocked,
the rear door will not open by pulling the
inner door handle (
➀
) until rear door
child safety lock is unlocked ( ).
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➀ Driver’s door power window switch
➁ Front passenger’s door power window
switch
➂ Rear door (left) power window switch
➃ Rear door (right) power window switch
➄ Window opening and closing
➅ Automatic power window
➆ Power window lock switch
WINDOWS
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Power windows
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position for power windows to operate.
Each door has a power window switch
that controls that door’s window.
However, the driver has a power window
lock switch which can block the operation
of the passenger windows.
If you notice buffeting and pulsation
(wind shock) with either side windows
opened, you should open the opposite
window slightly to reduce the condition.
CAUTION
• To prevent the power window
system from the possibility of
damage, do not open or close two
windows at the same time. This
will also ensure the longevity of
the fuse.
• Never try to operate the main
switch on the driver's door and
the individual door window
switch in opposing directions at
the same time. If this is done, the
window will stop and cannot be
opened or closed.
WARNING
• Make sure hands and face are
safely out of the way before clos-
ing a window.
• Do not allow children to play with
the power windows. Keep the driver’s door power window lock
switch in the LOCK position
(depressed). Serious injury can
result from unintentional window
operation by the child.
• Do not extend face or arms outside through the window opening
while driving.
•Always double check to make
sure all arms, hands and other
obstructions are safely out of the
way before closing a window.
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Window opening and closing
The driver’s door has a master power
window switch that controls all the windows in the vehicle. To open or close a
window, press down or pull up the front
portion of the corresponding switch.
Automatic power window
Depressing or pulling up the power window switch momentarily to the second
detent position (
➅
) completely lowers or
lifts the window even when the switch is
released. To stop the window at the
desired position while the window is in
operation, pull up or depress the switch
momentarily to the opposite direction of
the window movement.
If the battery has been discharged or
disconnected, the automatic power window system must be reset as follows:
1. Turn the ignition key to ON position.
2. Close each window and continue
pulling up on each power window
switch for at least 0.5 second after the
window is completely closed.
Automatic window reversal (When window is closed by the automatic power
window)
If the upward movement of the window is
blocked by an object or part of the body,
the window will detect the resistance
and will stop upward movement. The
window will then lower approximately
150 mm (5.9 inches) to allow the object
to be cleared.
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Power window lock switch
• The driver can disable the power win-
dow switches on a passenger door by
depressing the power window lock
switch located on the driver’s door to
LOCK (pressed).
• When the power window lock switch is
ON, the driver’s master control cannot
operate the passenger door power
windows either.
Power window timer
(if equipped)
The power windows can be operated for
approximately 30 seconds after the ignition key is removed or turned to the ACC
or LOCK position. However, if the front
doors are opened, the power windows
cannot be operated even within 30 seconds after the ignition key is removed.
WARNING
• The automatic window reversal
feature (window lowers 150 mm
[5.9 inches] when a resistance is
detected) will only operate when
the automatic power window up
operation feature is used.
Automatic window reversal will
not operate if the window is
raised using the first detent position (
➄
) on the power window
switch. Always double check to
make sure all faces, arms, hands
and other obstructions are safely
out of the way before operating
the power window.
• If an object less than 4 mm (0.16
inch) in diameter is caught
between the window glass and
the upper window channel, the
automatic reversal may not detect
the resistance and will not operate. Therefore, always check for
any obstructions before raising
any window.
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Driver’s seat
➀
Seat adjustment, forward / backward/height
➁
Seatback recliner
➂
Seat heater / ventilator switch*
➃
Lumbar support
➄
Driver position memory system*
■ Headrest adjustment (headrest
cannot be adjusted by a switch)
Front passenger seat
➅
Seat adjustment, forward / backward
➆ Seatback recliner
➇ Seat heater / ventilator switch*
■ Headrest adjustment (headrest
cannot be adjusted by a switch)
Rear seat
➈
Seat heater switch (left)*
➉ Seat heater switch (right)*
* : if equipped
SEATS
STOP
OGH026012N
STOP
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For a seating position more comfortable
to the driver and front passenger, adjust
the seat forward, backward, up and
down.
WARNING
• Loose objects in the driver’s foot
area could interfere with the operation of the foot pedals,possibly
causing an accident. Loose
objects might interfere with the
seat slide mechanism. Do not
place anything under the front
seats.
• The power seats are operable
with the ignition OFF.
Therefore, children should never
be left unattended in the car.
WARNING - Driver’s seat
• Never attempt to adjust the seat
while the vehicle is moving. This
could result in loss of control, and
an accident causing death, serious injury, or property damage.
• Do not allow anything to interfere
with the normal position of the
seatback. Storing items against a
seatback or in any other way inter-
fering with proper locking of a
seatback could result in serious
or fatal injury in a sudden stop or
collision.
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• Always drive and ride with your
seatback upright and the lap portion of the safety belt, or lap belt,
snug and low across the hips.
This position puts your safety
belts in the best position to protect you in case of an accident.
• In order to avoid unnecessary air
bag injuries including the possi-
bility of severe injury or death,
always sit as far back as possible
from the steering wheel while still
being able to maintain comfortable control of your vehicle.
• The Canadian Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards (CMVSS) recommends that the driver sit at
least 250 mm (10 inches) away
from the steering wheel to avoid
the risk of serious injury or death
due to the deployment of the driver’s air bag.
CAUTION
• Power seats are driven by electric
motor. Stop operating when the
adjustment is completed.
Excessive operation may damage
the electrical equipment.
• When in operation, the power
seats consume large amounts of
electrical power. To prevent
unnecessary charging system
drain, don’t adjust the power
seats longer than necessary
while the engine is not running.
• Do not operate two or more power
seat control buttons at the same
time. Doing so may result in
power seat motor or electrical
component malfunction.
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Driver’s seat adjustment
Forward/backward position and
height adjustment
Adjusting the seat forward and backward
Push the control button forward or backward to move the seat to the desired
position. Release the knob and the seat
will lock in the selected position.
Adjust the seat before driving, and make
sure the seat is locked securely by trying
to move forward and backward without
using the control knob. If the seat moves,
it is not locked properly.
Adjusting front height of seat cushion
Move the front portion of the control knob
up to raise or down to lower the front part
of the seat cushion.
Adjusting rear height of seat cushion
Move the rear portion of the control knob
up to raise or down to lower the rear part
of the seat cushion.
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WARNING
Driving or riding in a vehicle with a
front seatback reclined could lead
to serious or fatal injury in an accident. If a front seat is reclined dur-
ing an accident, the occupant’s hips
may slide under the lap portion of
the safety belt applying great force
to the unprotected abdomen or
neck or a passenger may be ejected
in a rollover. Serious or fatal internal injuries could result. Keep the
seatbacks in a comfortably upright
position whenever the vehicle is in
motion.
Adjusting the height of seat cushion
To raise or lower the seat cushion, pull up
or push down on the center of the corresponding switch. Release the knob once
the seat reaches the desired position.
Adjusting the driver’s seatback
recliner
Move the lever forward or backward to
the desired angle and release the lever. If
the lever is released, seatback will lock in
place. After adjustment, make sure that
the lever has returned to its original
locked position.
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